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PHILIPPINES
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For nearly 50 years Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, has attracted scientists studying the Eco-structure of microorganisms, animals and plants. The diving is famous for its diversity and divers return time and time again to marvel at creatures
large and small. There are dives for all levels, from easy training dives amongst pristine coral to high-voltage drift dives. Diving in
Puerto Galera is a year-round activity to be enjoyed by all. Be aware that all the dive sites are replete with huge numbers of splendid
fish, invertebrates, sponges, crinoids, anemones, hard and soft corals, cuttlefish, rays and from time to time sharks even make an
appearance.
This coastal town is well known among tourists for its numerous pocket beaches and many snorkeling and diving spots. Among
the famous beaches in Puerto Galera are Sabang Beach and White Beach, which have an active nightlife with numerous bars and
restaurants. Both beaches also have a wide array of first-class accommodations.
The diving offered in Puerto Galera is a combination of shallow coral reefs complete with all the macro life you can dream
of. There are also many reef systems boasting the beautiful soft corals the Pacific has become famous for. The walls of Verde Island are easily accessed by most of the day boat operators to make your trip to Puerto Galera complete. The waters around Puerto
Galera were declared a marine sanctuary several decades ago which has allowed the already vibrant coral reefs to explode.
EL GALLEON RESORT PUERTO GALERA
MARCO VINCENT RESORT PUERTO GALERA
Located on the small beach of Lalaguna in the Philippines, El
Galleon’s cottages afford the
peace and tranquility of private
rooms nestled among palm trees,
with the crystal clear waters of
the Philippine Sea only a stones
throw away. Asia Divers, the inhouse, full-service scuba dive
operator, offers one of the most
complete diver training programs in Puerto Galera, Philippines.
You can feel at ease putting all
your scuba diving needs in their
expert hands, so you can enjoy all
that scuba diving the Philippines
has to offer!
Enter the world of Marco Vincent Dive Resort. This Mediterranean inspired property boasts 38
tastefully furnished rooms that are
the most spacious in the Puerto
Galera Area. 3 restaurants (2 onsite
and 1 beach front ), function rooms
an indoor pool and Jacuzzi complete
this one of a kind vacation destination.. A standby generator is always
on call to ensure your uninterrupted comfort.
ATLANTIS PUERTO GALERA
Atlantis Puerto Galera is beautifully built into the hills of Sabang Beach of Puerto Galera. Atlantis’s forty guest rooms and suites are
elegantly designed to give you maximum comfort, privacy and relaxation
throughout your stay. The area was
designated a Man and Biosphere Reserve of UNESCO in 1973 and has
some of the most diverse coral reef
diving in Asia located at the very
heart of the ‘Coral Triangle’. Atlantis’ Five Star PADI Career Development Centers offers you the highest standard of dive education,
first class facilities and world class dive guides.
Marco Vincent Dive Center is located on White Beach, Puerto
Galera, Philippines. Rinse tubs, showers and other facilities for
your comfort are just a few steps away from the crystal clear waters of the cove. Experienced and hard core divers will appreciate
our state of the art scuba
dive boats and cruisers.
Our seasoned scuba dive
pros will ensure your hassle free and safe scuba
diving holiday.
Negros Oriental is renowned for outstanding natural beauty
and fascinating culture. A vast mountain ridge is home to many
scenic lakes and thundering waterfalls and the local indigenous
culture means there are a myriad of fiestas, carnivals and local
markets to witness. Beautiful and mysterious islands with amazing
snorkeling and the possibility to spot whales and dolphins are
close by and the nearby City of Dumaguete is a university town
with a long breezy seaside boulevard and historical buildings.
ATMOSPHERE SPA & RESORT DAUIN
Atmosphere on Negros Island is close to the city of Dumaguete,
a bustling University town with an airport, several hospitals,
shopping malls and other conveniences at hand. Atmosphere is
located thirty minutes south of Dumaguete by car, in the coastal
town of Dauin. The resort is close to the islands Apo, Cebu, Bohol and Siquijor. Indulge yourself and surrender to Atmosphere
where the warmest of Philippine hospitality is combined with
first class amenities and service to bring you an unforgettable experience within the
stunning Philippine archipelago. Beautifully situated
within an old seven acre coconut plantation on the island of
Negros, Atmosphere enjoys a
spectacular beach front location alongside the warm coastal waters of the Philippine Sea.
Whether you want to scuba dive, indulge in the enchanted spa or
simply read a book by the
pool, you can look forward to
an unforgettable stay.
PURA VIDA RESORT DAUIN
Pura Vida Beach & Dive Resort was built by scuba divers, for
scuba divers. The all-inclusive scuba diving resort has a real
tropical atmosphere with lots of coconut palm trees throughout
the lush Philippines property. Not far from the resort is Apo
Island, home to some of the best scuba diving in the Philippines.
Pura Vida is a very spacious, well-designed resort that welcomes scuba divers of all experience levels and preferences –
they want to share the wonder and beauty of scuba
diving the Philippines with
you!
ATLANTIS DUMAGUETE
Just a 20-minute drive from the local airport, on a long peaceful stretch of beach, lies the lush
and luxurious Atlantis Dive Resort in the Dumaguete, Philippines. Dumaguete City, on the
southern tip of the island of Negros is right in the heart of the Visayas. It is 500km South of Manila and 110 km from Cebu City (the second largest city in the Philippines) and is easily accessible from either.
Surrounded by an amazing tropical garden with some of the rarest plants to be found in the Philippines, The Atlantis is just a short trip to some of the most renowned SCUBA dive sites in the
Philippines and all of Asia - Apo Island, Balicasag
reef, and of course, the local Dauin Marine Sanctuaries. This is what SCUBA diving in Asia, and scuba
diving the Philippines is all about.
Cebu Sheltered by the other Visayan islands of Negros, Panay, Leyte, Samar and Bohol, this thin
sliver of land is blessed year-round with clement, tropical weather--all the better to enjoy its pristine,
sun drenched beaches, washed by the balmy blue waters of the Cebu and Tanon Straits. A plethora of
neighboring islets fringed with coral and white sand shores add appeal to an island-hopping vacation.
KASAI VILLAGE RESORT CEBU
SHANGRI-LA MACTAN ISLAND, CEBU
Kasai Village Resort is situated on the Southwestern coast of the
Island of Cebu, near the fishermen
village of Moalboal and right in
front of a stunning coral shoreline
and a short distance from the worldfamous Pescador Island. The area
hosts only but a handful resorts, of
which Kasai Village is in a distinctive class of its own.
Located in Lapu-Lapu City, which is connected to the main
island of Cebu by several bridges. Cebu is located 365
miles south of Manila, the capital of Philippines. The province belongs to the country’s Central Visayas Region.
Enjoy exciting excursions including jungle trips, cave exploring,
motorcycle riding in the mountains, hill walking to the waterfalls,
hot springs and much more, you will get to know the diversity of the
amazing Island of Cebu.
The Kasai Village Resort is the destination for SCUBA divers and
nature enthusiasts who are searching for first-class dive spots away
from overcrowded commercial areas. Kasai Village Resort offers
beautiful accommodation in a
tropical setting. Sea View rooms
and Poolside rooms are spacious
and available with either a king
size bed or two twin beds. All
accommodations have their own
terraces as well as two lounge
chairs for suntanning and reading outdoors. Not to mention
they are equipped with air conditioning systems and ceiling fans.
Options for Boat diving on specially designed, locally crafted dive
boats called Bancas and Shore diving on Kasai’s fabulous house
reef. Underwater photographers will find facilities to satisfy the
needs of professionals. The Dive Crew and Guides are trained to
handle all types of equipment and are experienced with professional
photographers and videographers from all over the world but more
importantly, Kasai caters to novices and professionals alike
The Shangri-La resort has
537 guestrooms and suites,
including a Presidential
Suite, two Shangri-La specialty suites and the Ocean
Club, situated on the highest floors of the resort’s
Ocean Wing. All accommodation facilities give guests spectacular views of verdant
greens, the tranquil ocean and the outlying islands surrounding Cebu.
Shangri-La’s onsite dive operator Scotty’s Dive Center has
been providing high-quality service for Cebu’s five-star
guests for the last 15 years. Daily dive trips are one-dive,
return-to-resort trips. Three
scheduled departures per
day: 09:30, 13:00, 15:30.
Night dives are available
every evening. For those
interested in extended dive
excursions into the waters
around Cebu, day-long
trips are available.
The scuba diving resort offers a complete line-up of recreational facilities such as two swimming pools, a six-hole
putting range, a plexi-pave tennis court, a gym featuring
modern exercise equipment, a salon, a sauna and a steam
room. Beach buffs can get a dose of sun, the breeze and the
clear, cool waters of the exclusive private beach cove,
which has a bar, tents and a volleyball court.
OCEAN VIDA RESORT MALAPASCUA
Malapascua Island by the locals called Logon is situated in the northern tip of Cebu Island. It forms part of the municipality of Daanbantayan about 128 kilometers from Cebu City. Beside white palm-lined beaches, one of the main
factors in the popularity of the island is its dive site Monad Shoal. The regular sightings of thresher
sharks, a unique species of sharks known for its long dorsal tail and docility made this spot to a unique
dive site in the whole world. For divers the thresher sharks encounters are a rare and once-in-a lifetime
experience. Ocean Vida Beach and Dive Resort, centrally located at the beach front at Bounty Beach
offers 20 spacious rooms. All rooms are equipped with a safety box, ceiling fan, hot shower and a terrace or balcony. There are 3 different categories, Deluxe rooms, Standard Air-conditioned rooms and
Standard Fan rooms. Below the Restaurant which is built on top of the Sea Explorers Dive Center is a
Beach-Bar where you can chill at the beautiful white sandy beach and enjoy our famous cocktails, shakes or just some beers.
Cabilao is a triangular shaped 7.2 square kilometer island is situated at the west side of Bohol, facing Cebu Island. Cabilao consists
of five barangays (villages), Talisay, Cambaquiz, Looc, Pantudlan, and Cabacongan. Its about 5200 friendly inhabitants survive on
fishing, tourism, some small agriculture and weaving of bags.
The island is the home to Bohol’s only natural lake, Lake Lanao, near the barangay Pantudlan, which also serves as a small bird-sanctuary for passing by migrant birds The perfect
place to slow things down combined with world class diving. Pygmy seahorses, critters as
well as hard and soft corals of various species have made that island a must-see, especially
for scuba divers. At present, there are two marine protected areas (no-take zones) around
the island. The only motorized transport you can find are a few tricycles and a couple of
motorcycles. The lack of roads also means that everything on the island has to be brought
in by banka (local outrigger boat): building materials, wood, food (except fish caught locally), and, during periods of drought, fresh water for drinking and bathing.
PURA VIDA RESORT CABILAO
Pura Vida Cabilao is located in the Barangay Cambaquiz, on the northeastern tip of Cabilao Island. Pura Vida Cabilao opened in 2004 and is
under Filipino/German management. The resort has 27 rooms, all of them
are equipped with air-condition, hot shower and a terrace. There are 4 different levels of rooms, 1 Suite Room, Deluxe Rooms, Standard air con
rooms and Economy rooms. Beside the restaurant which is built on top of
the cliff you will also find the bar with an amazing view over the Bohol
Sea. For your full relaxation the resort also offers a small massage center.
Bohol is home to the famous Alona Beach. On the south-west tip of
Panglao Island, is a one and a half kilometer long stretch of coral white
sandy beach where resorts and dive centers, restaurants and souvenir shops
alternate. It is the most developing beach in Bohol and now one of the top
tourist destinations in the Philippines.
Panglao Island is directly connected with the main island Bohol with its
famous majestic Chocolate Hills and the cute bug-eyed tarsiers. To complete the picture of Bohol we have to add the jungle interior, an adventure
sport paradise, rice terraces and the different beaches.
ALONA VIDA RESORT
BOHOL
Alona Vida Beach Resort is located in the middle of the vivid
Alona Beach. It is connected with
the popular Coco Vida Bar and
Restaurant. The resort has 27
rooms located in 4 two-story buildings. All rooms are equipped with
air-condition, hot shower, mini-bar
refrigerator, kettle as well as a
safety deposit vault. There are 2 different categories of rooms, Deluxe
rooms and Superior rooms. The fresh water pool is located in the middle of
the resort. Wifi is available throughout the whole resort including the
beach and all rooms.
Philippines Dive Liveaboards are a great option for divers who want to dive multiple areas and all the best dive sites.
PHILIPPINES SIREN LIVEABOARD
ATLANTIS AZORES LIVEABOARD The Azores is the
The Siren Liveaboard in the Philippines has an expansive leisure deck area with 7 sails. A spacious air-conditioned saloon
with cocktail bar, 42 inch flat screen TV & computer server
supporting the inter-cabin network. Each night you can enjoy
our covered outdoor dining area. The Liveaboard experiences
is enhances by 8 large air-conditioned cabins each with their
own personal computer, audio-visual entertainment system
and in-suite bathrooms with hot water.
perfect place from which to explore some of the best SCUBA
diving in the world – offering four distinct itineraries showcasing
parts of the Philippines, or schedules only possible by liveaboard.
What stays the same are the creature comforts, great food and
welcoming crew. January through to mid March is diving with
Thresher Sharks in Malapascua. Enjoy unrivaled action with
these beautiful animals and dive some unspoiled walls and slopes
during the week.
DIVING TUBBATAHA is only possible by liveaboard. This
UNESCO World Heritage Site lies off the coast of Palawan
Island, in the Sulu Sulu Sea. Tubbataha is a big fish lover’s
paradise. White tip, Grey reef, silver tip, leopard whale and
hammerhead sharks species are amongst the most commonly
sighted, with the occasional guitar, tiger or bull shark putting
in an appearance. Expect to see huge schools of trevally, barracuda and snapper as well as many turtles and rays.
Tubbataha is one of the most popular seasons running from mid
March through to early June – explore kilometers pristine drop
offs and see just about anything.
Dumaguete is the base for the summer months of June through to
December and the Visayas Safari is a unique opportunity to take
in several beautiful islands in one week – something that would
take several weeks, or several vacations to do any other way.
Sailing: Mid-February-Mid June
Departs from: Puerto Princesa
International Airport: Manila
Water Temp: 79-84°
DIVING IN THE VISAYAS region is possible year round. A
choice of 6-12 night trips are available each visiting Cabilao,
Balicasag, Pescador, Moalboal, Dauin and Apo. Special sailings also include Malapascua Island. Dive sites vary between
dark sand slopes, reef walls with soft corals and fans, pristine
hard coral gardens and wrecks. Expect to see seahorses, frogfish, ghost pipefish, mandarin, schooling sardines, trevally,
barracuda and an abundance of hawksbill turtles.
Sailing: Year-round
Departs from: Cebu, Moalboal or
Malapascua
International Airport: Cebu
Water Temp: 79-84°
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