Top Scuba Dive Shops in Philippines
#1 - Watercolors Boracay Diving Adventures
#2 - Superfish Dive Resort
#3 - EACY Dive School
EACY Dive School is the most recent initiative under Stairway Foundation. It falls under our Environmental Awareness for Children and Youth (EACY) Program.
The EACY Dive School was initiated and launched with the support from Scuba for Change with the objectives to:
- Promote and execute safe diving with the outmost respect for conservation of the marine environment
- Operate a dive school where 100% of the proceeds go into sustaining programs for child protection and environmental protection
- Explore and develop strategies to influence the local community, including the department of tourism, the department of education and the dive industry, to be active in protecting the environment as a model for replication nationwide.
Like any other program and component under Stairway Foundation, the EACY Dive School is managed and operated with strict transparency and external independent audit of all financial transactions. EACY students and divers can be absolutely sure that 100% of all proceeds are going into sustaining our programs for child- and environmental protection.
#4 - Pirate Divers Busuanga
We aim to provide a high quality, friendly and safe service, with a nice family atmosphere.
Groups will never have to dive with other people, we have always 4 fully trained dive staff at the shop, with a mixture of Europeans and Filipino Dive Masters and Instructors. The dive will be tailored to your needs, we are very flexible, as you have to be in the Philippines!
We offer PADI Courses from Discover Scuba, Open Water to Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver. Divemaster Courses are available at special request.
We also offer a host of speciality courses, Deep, wreck, advanced buoyancy, nitrox, plus many, many more.
We are located 40km outside of Coron in the little town of Concepcion. We chose this location due to its very close proximity to the wrecks and beautiful white sand beach islands. We are only 15-40minutes by boat to all the sites, compared to a 2hr trip from Coron itself.
#5 - Mango's Dive Center
#6 - Blue Revival Diving College
We are an inclusive and multicultural team, and a family and animal friendly dive centre. We provide a full range of PADI courses from Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water to professional Divemaster training and Instructor IDCs, and TecRec technical diving. We offer unique conservation courses and initiatives. And of course, we do fun dives to Balicasag, Pamilacan, Napaling and Panglao!
#7 - Ocean Passion
Our new modern Dive Center Ocean Passion is located inside our own resort " Slam's Garden Dive Resort" Malapascua Island, Philippines. We built a new clean place with enough space for all your needs. Big equipment room with new rental equipment - compressor room with Nitrox filling station - PADI course classroom (gently air-conditioned for your maximum comfort).
#8 - Amola Diver
#10 - Mactan Scuba University
Doing a dive safari is an excellent way to see more of Cebu / Philippines, cutting down travel time as you will be staying overnight near the dive site, and visit areas where there other tourists are far and few. You will be arriving in several dive locations where you the customer pick and choose your favorite dive sites. All safaris end up in the afternoon in a Resort or Hotel.
#11 - Leo Dive Palawan
Hello cool divers! Leo Dive Palawan is Puerto Princesa's only 1 PADI ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 star dive shop. Welcome to Leo dive Palawan.
#12 - Ranger Diving Resort Corp
#13 - Eclipse Dive Center Boracay Corp
Eclipse Dive Center on the Island of Boracay provides Scuba Diving courses from Discover Scuba Diver and Open Water Diver through to PADI Divemaster. We provide daily Fun Diving trips and Beach dives for certified Divers. We offer safe, fun, explorative, memorable experiences with value for money. Boracay is one of the few places in the world where you can dive a shipwreck, the Camia, and an Airplane wreck, the Tri–Bird, on the same day! Our warm tropical waters make it possible to dive all year round. Boracay is known for a number of impressive dive sites such as Yapak, a beautiful deep wall, Crocodile Island with some pristine coral reefs and Balinghai for shark lovers. There are many more and plenty to keep you busy for several trips to the island.
Our professional multi-lingual team of PADI Divemaster and PADI Dive Instructors have had thousands of dives and years of experience. We teach different nationalities in different places around the waters of Boracay.
The marine life here is incredibly diverse and among many more, you can expect to see Whitetip and Blacktip Sharks, Tuna, Barracuda, Pipefish, and Trevally. All against a backdrop of stunning tropical coral and the critters that hide in it such as nudibranchs and seahorses.
Thank you for choosing to dive with us, we are delighted to be part of your unforgettable underwater experience. Scuba Diving is the next best thing in life. Cliché as it may sound but you will only understand and appreciate it once you have experienced it.
#14 - Reef Haven Scuba Diving School
We are a scuba diving school based in the Philippines, located in Muelle Port, Puerto Galera. We are a local Filipino diving centre which focuses on spreading environmental awareness, supporting and giving back to the local community.
Reef Haven dive center has a quaint atmosphere that beautifully reflects the island’s lifestyle – a life that is pure and in sync with nature.
Our dedication to providing you with the best Puerto Galera diving experience is outweighed only by ensuring your safety and wellbeing. So while our team of experienced PADI instructors takes great pride in showing you Puerto Galera’s coral reefs, our excellent customer service and flexibility ensure that you have comfortable and stress-free dives.
#15 - La Pang Resort
#16 - Dive Funatics
We are a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Dive Resort, with PADI number S-25403. We teach a broad spectrum of PADI courses including a lot of specialty courses to choose from. We believe in proper training, best practices sharing, and continuous learning from each other to make the best of every dive that we organize and undertake. Our primary medium of instruction is English. At the moment, we do not speak any other language other than English, Tagalog, Cebuano and Hiligaynon.
We are specialist in teaching the PADI system of education from entry level all the way to the instructor level and even beyond.
#17 - Dive Union
#18 - Ocean Player Dive
#19 - Winner Dive
#20 - Divenet Philippines
#21 - Fisheye Divers Corp
#22 - Palawan Divers
Palawan Divers - Your PADI 5 Stars Dive center in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines.
Palawan Divers offers PADI Scuba Diving Courses for beginners and up, PADI Specialty courses and PADI Pro Courses. For certified divers we offer full day or morning scuba diving packages.
With over 10 years of diving expertise, we are the most established dive center in El Nido. Over the years, we trained and certified hundreds of divers and led thousands of dives.
#23 - Coron Easy Diving Corporation
Fun diving, Discover Scuba Diving, PADI Courses from Open Water Diver up to Divemaster, PADI Speciality Courses...
Coron Easy Diving Corporation is the only dive shop in Coron town with its own pier what makes the whole process easy, smooth, comfortable and fast.
As we use speedboats for diving instead of the slow bangkas we are first at the first dive site and back early that you can enjoy the pool of your hotel before heading for dinner to town.
Our aim is to provide excellent services with key focus on Quality, Safety, Conveniance and of course fun.
Our boats are equipped with emergency oxygen, first aid kit, marine radio an our staff is well trained.
Our rental gear is brand new from Scubapro, Nitrox is available and strongly recommended for the deeper wrecks.
#24 - Cebu Fun Divers
Warm tropical water, a colorful marine life, deep walls and a vibrant marine eco system lure scuba divers from all over the world to Moalboal.
On every dive spot you have good chances to see turtles, barracuda, schools of sardines and sometimes other big fish like jacks and tuna.
Additionally, colorful reef dwellers like parrot-, trumpet- and cuttlefish, angel fishes, batfishes and so on are found on every dive.
There is also a chance to see some whitetip and blacktip sharks at Pescador Island and Ronda Marine Park. Even whale shark encounters are not uncommon.
Boats head out to the nearby dive spots several times a day. Additionally, regular night dives are conducted at 6:30 pm.
In between the boat dives you can do shore dives in front of the dive center. Diving at the house reef is just excellent. It consists of a shallow plateau totally covered with corals that leads to an impressive drop-off with a steep wall plummeting to depth of more than 50 meters (170 feet). The whole reef is covered with hard and soft corals and is inhabited by typical reef dwellers and lots of turtles.
The dive center is located inside Cebu Seaview Dive Resort
Our resort is just what it name implies, lovely and build by divers for divers. 20 rooms and bungalows are set in an idyllic tropical garden, surrounded by lush tropical plants and trees.
The secluded, intimate beach resort is located on the quiet southern end of Panagsama Beach, in front of the teeming coral reef, surrounded by tropical flora.
Next to accommodation the resort offers a sea view restaurant, a swimming pool, free Wifi connection and a little spa.
#26 - Only Dive Center
#27 - El-Dive
#28 - Dive Lab Cebu
Dive Lab moved to Moalboal in August 2022 and is operating.
Moalboal is famous for its turtle habitat, and you can also observe the majesty of sardines.
As a PADI 5-star instructor training resort with a permanent PADI course director, it is a proud diving center that has been providing only PADI scuba training for 15 years.
Various levels of education are available, from experiential diving and open water education to instructor education, and introduces the beautiful sea of Moalboal.
#29 - El Nido Resorts Miniloc Island
#30 - Bohol Divers Club
#31 - Arizona Dive Shop
We are a one stop shop for everything diving! From taking your first breath underwater, right through to technical instructor training, we have you covered.
- Learn To Dive With Us! Our experienced multilingual team are here to mentor you every step of this fun and exciting journey!
- Come Dive History With Us! With over 20 wrecks on our doorstep, step back in time on our daily boat diving trips. Sites available cater for all levels.
- Continue Your Education! 25+ Specialties taught - Wreck, Deep, Nitrox and Tec Advanced Wreck among some favorites.
- Go Pro With Us! Divemaster and Instructor development done onsite with resident PADI Course Director and IDC Staff Instructor team.
- Deeper & Longer, No Problem! We offer full tech and CCR diver support, gas boosting, tech diver and instructor training plus kit rental.
- Get Kitted Out With Us! We stock equipment from top brands like Halcyon, Shearwater, OMS, Apeks, Cressi and more.
- Repairs & Servicing? Onsite dive technician trainer for everything between switching out a reg hose to full compressor rebuilds.
Get in touch NOW to discuss your Subic adventure with Arizona Dive Shop.
#32 - Blue Water Dive Resort
#33 - Subic Scuba
#34 - Sidive Diving Center
Sidive is a well established dive centre in Mactan. We started operations in 2005 and have been located inside Kontiki Marina since 2017.
We specialise in teaching PADI courses from the PADI Open Water diver course up to Divemaster. We also run dive trips to the various dive sites around the Mactan area and carry out Discover Scuba Dives on a daily basis.
We are open for business all year round. Our prices are very reasonable and our team are the best in Cebu and have many years experience diving in Mactan and teaching PADI courses
#35 - Deep Blue Dive Seafari Inc
#36 - Bongo Bongo Divers
Bongo Bongo divers is a small warm welcoming dive center, with a great personal touch.
Among the pioneers in Dauin, with lots of local expertise and possible among the best teams you will find in the Philippines. We are fairly priced dive center with high standards. We are also one of the top educational dive centers in the Philippines. Ranging from PADI Open Water courses all the way to become PADI Instructor. We love bringing divers whether it is newly certified Open Water divers or experienced photographers. Our custom made dive boat is spacious with lots of sun decks. Join us today and become member of the growing family.... If you are looking for a lot if fun and socialised dive center experience. We will be your right choice.
#37 - Pangulasian Island Resort
#38 - Sogod Bay Scuba Resort Inc
Sogod Bay in Southern Leyte offers wonderful scuba diving with spectacular dive sites in one of the Philippines' most recently discovered dive destinations.
The prolific marine life ranges from pygmy seahorses through to whale sharks and there is also an incredible variety of extremely healthy and undamaged hard and soft coral. Sogod Bay offers a plethora of pristine reefs and our dive boat will probably be the only one at any given site dived during your stay. Indeed, much of the Sogod Bay area is essentially virgin territory; as a result, we are still discovering new dive sites. You can experience all this in a beautiful and peaceful tropical setting and truly relax and enjoy your holiday – without fighting with hoards of other divers!
We offer daily fun dives and trips for certified scuba divers and snorkelers. We also provide PADI scuba diver training courses from complete beginner through to PADI Divemaster. If you have never tried diving before you can start with a PADI Discover Scuba Dive, or an Open Water Course. If you are already certified and want to continue your development we can offer the PADI Advanced course, Rescue Diver or even Specialties such as Deep Diver or Enriched Air Nitrox.
#39 - Reggae Dive Center
Reggae Dive Center is a full-service Dive Center located in the uprising, beautiful town of Coron, Palawan, Philippines. We are the first and only PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Dive Center in Coron and have years of customer experience. Our services include personalized and friendliest scuba diving experiences for individuals and groups of divers.
#40 - Neptune Dive Center
Centrally located in Coron town, Neptune Dive Center is the perfect dive shop to explore the sunken Japanese World War II shipwrecks in Coron Bay. Whether you are a Dive-Pro with thousands of dives, or just learning the basics, Coron and Neptune Dive Center has something for you.
Established in 2012, Neptune Dive Center has consistently provided exceptional service and the highest quality diver training making us the premier dive shop in Coron, Palawan.
#41 - Scandi Divers
With over 40 diving sites within ten minutes of our Puerto Galera resort, you are never far from the action. If you don’t already have a diving certificate, we offer diving courses on all levels. We specialize in certifying new diving enthusiasts in the internationally recognized Professional Association of Dive Instructors (PADI). Our experienced diving instructors teach in English, Dutch, Chinese, Tagalog, German, Hebrew and all Scandinavian Languages.
#42 - Umali Dive Center Corporation
Umali Dive Center Corporation is a family-run, Filipino-owned and managed PADI dive centre based in Coron, Palawan in the Philippines. Come and join us and be made to feel like one of the family! We offer scheduled daily fun dives for certified dives, visiting the World War 2 (WW2) wrecks and reefs around Coron and Busunga. We also conduct PADI diver courses for all levels. if you have never tried diving before start with a PADI Discover Scuba Dive, the PADI Scuba Diver course or the PADI Open Water Diver Course. If you would like to build on existing skills try the PADI Advanced or Rescue Diver Course. Develop specific skills with PADI Specialties like Enriched Air Nitrox, Deep or Wreck Diver.
Coron is known for its historical Japanese shipwrecks sunk by the Americans during World War II. There are many wrecks in Coron, something for divers of all levels, and plenty to keep wreck enthusiasts happy for an entire vacation and more. Aside from the shipwrecks, Coron is known for its beautiful coral reefs, and other rare sightings such as dugongs, and so much more!
If you are planning a multi-stop trip we also organize trips and do courses outside of Coron, such as in Apo Reef, Anilao Batangas, Puerto Galera, and more. Talk to us about your plans and we can help you put a complete trip together
#43 - Philippine Fun Divers, Inc
Philippine Fun Divers, Inc. is a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Resort. We opened our doors February 2008. Our location is along the famous 800m long Alona Beach (more or less at the center) in Panglao, Bohol, Philippines and we are in coexistence with Lost Horizon Beach Dive Resort (57 rooms).
This location is very important in order to enjoy quick access to the ocean water. Since the reef ledge is in average 280m away from the shoreline, all dives are boat dives. Boat dives with our two 62 feet traditional Filipino Banca boats ‘Kaido’ and ‘Raku’ are usually conducted as day trips with two to three dives at different spots. The following dive sites are on our day trip list: Balicasag Island, Cabilao Island, Pamilacan Island and a few dive sites along the shores of Panglao Island, i.e. Doljo point and Puntod Island. With our two speedboats ‘Hayabusa’ and ‘Seeadler’ we venture out for single dives and PADI course dives. Night dives and early morning dives along our famous house reef are also conducted with our speedboats.
For PADI confined water training sessions, we are using a training pool within Lost Horizon Beach Dive Resort and soon another one at the new academy. We offer all PADI regular courses from experience courses like Bubble Maker or Discover Scuba Diver, entry level courses such as Open Water Course or Advanced Course, more advanced courses such as Rescue Diver and the first two professional courses Divemaster and Assistant Instructor until Instructor Development Courses. Specialty courses like EANx/Nitrox, Deep Diver, Sidemount, Digital Underwater Photography, Equipment Specialist, Night Diver, Search & Recovery, AWARE, etc. are also great continuing education undertakings we conduct at any requested time. We teach all courses in English, German, Japanese, Filipino, French, Spanish and Italian.
Soon, we will be able to provide you with a separate center (The Martial Arts & Sports Academy Bohol) for Instructor Development Courses and other Padi courses. This academy will also include 14 Room Accommodations, a Bistro/Bar with an attached Restaurant, a Fitness Center, and a Dojo/Dojang with various Martial Arts Systems, and more.
Welcome to paradise…
#44 - Divefirm Inc
#46 - Buceo Anilao Beach & Dive Resort
Discover all the treasures of Anilao, by the hand of Buceo Anilao Beach & Dive Resort.
Descubre todos los tesoros de Anilao, a través de Buceo Anilao Beach & Dive Resort.
The ideal place to experience the excellent service and the famous hospitality of the Filipino people. Local and European management, modern facilities, yet maintaining the country’s tropical and relaxed style. Located on a 5,000sqm coastal property, surrounded by reefs full of abundant marine life, and designed to satisfy the taste of all divers, especially underwater photographers with highest expectations…
El lugar ideal para experimentar el excelente servicio y la famosa hospitalidad de los Filipinos. Dirección local y Europea, instalaciones modernas, aun manteniendo el estilo tropical y relajado del país. Situado en una propiedad costera de 5.000m2, rodeada de arrecifes repletos de abundante vida marina, diseñado para satisfacer las necesidades de todos los buceadores y especialmente de los fotógrafos submarinos más exigentes…
#47 - Neptune Diving Resort Moalboal
Neptune Diving Resorts are typically intimate with all the comforts and distractions that a resort holiday affords. And with the Philippine’s famed reputation for friendly hospitality and a warm welcome, Neptune Diving Resorts will really become a home away from home. Tear yourself away from the stunning setting and, underwater awaits a macro wonderland.
#48 - Asia Divers Inc
#49 - South Shore Divers
#50 - Deepper Dive, Inc
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"세계최고의 5대 다이빙 포인트" 중에 하나인 필리핀의 보홀섬!!
#51 - Evolution
Evolution Diving brings you progressive diving in The Philippines' best all-round dive destination. Our ethos is to bring safe, fun and superb scuba diving to any customer. So, if you've never scuba dived and want to take an Open Water dive course, or if you're ready to do a sub-100 m, exploratory tech dive, you will find no one more passionate about either than Evolution.
Malapascua is just off the northern tip of Cebu, an easy ride from Cebu international airport. The island is famous for the daily sightings of and up-close encounters with Thresher Sharks, but that's not all. Here you can also see many other varieties of sharks and rays, dive on one of several shipwrecks from 5 meters deep to 115 meters deep, and enjoy some shallow coral, or deep wall dives. There is something to entertain divers of any level, and the backdrop of the beautiful tropical island makes it your perfect destination.
The resort has great dining and entertainment options in the craic house, our on-site restaurant and bar, the rooms all open directly onto golden sand and stunning ocean views.
#52 - Peter's Dive Resort
Since 2000, weve hosted many divers from all over the world eager to explore Southern Leytes protected marine sanctuaries. Discover the pristine waters and virgin reefs of Sogod Bay, home to a remarkable mix of hard and soft corals teeming with marine life, from pygmy seahorses to giant whalesharks!
Tangkaan Point, located west of the resort, is a long land mass with steep hills sloping abruptly into the sea. The coastline is composed mainly of rocky cliffs and bluffs, which is consistent with much of the topography of the Sogod Bay coast.
Tangkaan has varied reefs and underwater walls. Dive sites are more easily accessed by boat; for snorkelers, there are shallow coral gardens that characterize much of the stretch of the point.
Turtle Rock is suited for big fish lovers; green turtles are common (hence the name), as well as batfish, eagle rays, and grouper. The corals are prolific and diverse — gorgonians, tables, brains, sea whips, barrels, and sponges galore.
The Medicare and Heaven’s Gate are steep walls with table and soft corals, large sponges, and anemones. The Medicare is your best bet to see the elusive frogfish, while Heaven’s Gate hosts a wide variety of nudibranchs.
Sogod Bay is also a good place to see whalesharks, manta rays, dolphins, and several species of shark. Whaleshark watching cruises are a good option between dives. The topography is diverse, with reef flats and walls interspersed with interesting limestone and rock formations.
#53 - Atmosphere Resorts
#54 - Chindonan Dive Resort
#55 - Palaka Siargao Dive Center
#56 - Feel Deep Scuba Diving Services
#57 - Bauan Diver Sanctuary
The dive centre contains 2 separate gear up areas with ample cleansing tubs and gear hanging areas. There are separate male and female toilets and shower rooms. With over 200 tanks, 2 compressors , nitrox and full gear rental available all your diving needs are catered for.
#58 - Sea Explorers Malapascua
Sea Explorers Malapascua is located on Bounty Beach, Malapascua island, and is partner with Ocean Vida Beach and Dive Resort and Buena Vida Resort and Spa.
It is a 5* PADI IDC Dive Center open daily all year round and offering first class diving trainings from the Open Water Diver course through to Instructor Development Courses.
You can enjoy up to 4 dives per day, always done in small groups of up to 4 divers per guide.
Malapascua is famous for the early morning dive with thresher sharks, but trips to other locations like Gato Island, Calanggaman, Sambawan and Capitancillo are possible on request.
#59 - Calypso Diving School International
Calypso Diving is a PADI 5* IDC Dive Center offering courses from beginner to instructor level.
The facilities include air conditioned classrooms, a beachfront training pool, a traditional filipino dive boat, suitable for single tank dives as well as full day trips. An experienced dive team with guides and instructors from different parts of the world. Courses available in English, Swedish, German, Spanish, Chinese, Korean and Tagalog.
All 20+ dive sites around Boracay are within 20 minutes reach by boat, and they offer a great variety with everything from shallow reefs, to interesting wrecks and exciting walls. If that still isn't enough, you can join an unforgettable day trip to the nearby Monkey Island or Maniquin Island, including two or three dives, BBQ lunch on the beach and sunset drink on the way back to Boracay.
#60 - The Intl. Poseidon Dive City Inc.
#61 - Sea Explorers - Dauin
Sea Explorers Dauin is a PADI 5* CDC on the south coastline of Negros Island, Philippines.
The dive center is directly on the beach, and offers a full range of PADI courses including Bubblemaker, Open Water, various specialties and pro level training.
You can enjoy up to 4 dives per day, always done in small groups of up to 4 divers per guide.
The area is well known for its world class muck diving in dark brown sand. Day trips to Apo Island and Sumilon Island are available on request.
The facility has ample gear storage and rinse areas and welcomes all divers back from their dives with fresh fruits.
#62 - P. C. Divers
#63 - Bubble Jack Dive Center
Bubblejack Dive Center is a PADI Instructor Developed Resort
From open water to instructor training, as well as fun diving, technical diving
Sidemount and rebreather dives are also available.
Please feel free to contact us at any time
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#64 - Portulano Dive Resort
#65 - Malapascua-Exotic Island Dive Resort
Exotic Island Dive Resort is a PADI 5* IDC on Malapascua Island, Philippines.
This is an ideal location for photographers or those looking to begin or continue their dive education. The dive center is well fitted out to accomdoate both type of divers, with a large camera room and air conditioned classroom with TV screen.
Malapascua is known to offer some of the best shark diving in the Philippines, with thresher shark sightings throughout the year at Monad Shoal. This is said to be the only place in the world where these sharks can be seen within recreational diver limits on a regular basis.
The owners Dik and Cora de Boer and staff of Exotic carried out the first encounters with the thresher sharks in 1997.
#66 - South Point Divers
#67 - Ocean Deep Diver Training Center
PADI Five Star IDC center, we teach 33 specialties including tec, trimix, gas blender and self reliant diver all to the instructor level. Course Director Tim (CD6129) has 45 years experience teaching PADI courses and 38 year as a Course Director serving both as a a district director for Philippines and Guam and conducting PADI I.E. for 14 years. He has taught over 875 Instructors and 12 off those have gone on to Course Director.
#68 - Badladz Dive Resort
BADLADZ PADI 5 Star Dive Resort has been a consistent PADI Member Since 2005 !
Whether you are a complete beginner and just started learning to dive, or you’re an experienced diver looking to expand your qualifications, you’ve come to the right place.
BADLADZ Scuba Diving offers you everything you need to discover the beautiful underwater world of Puerto Galera – no matter what your skill level is.
Whether you’re looking to get that next PADI certificate, or just go on a fun dive to relax and enjoy the amazing freedom of going underwater BADLADZ has something for all skill levels.
Because of our great location we are only a 20 minute ride from all the dive sites in Puerto Galera. We leave the shop at 8:30 am for 2 dives and we arrive back at 12.30 pm. This leaves you time to either do 2 more dives in the afternoon at 1:30 pm or just relax and enjoy the rest of what Puerto Galera has to offer.
We’ll take you to the best diving spots in Puerto Galera, which is one of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World (Awarded 2004). It also has some of the best diving in the Philippines.
In the waters surrounding Puerto Galera, you’ll find beautiful tropical reefs, surreal underwater caves and mind blowing shipwrecks.
Thanks to the warm water, large assortment of diving spots and the excellent marine life you will see when diving in Puerto Galera, we are thought of as one of the best destinations in the world for scuba diving. We host divers from all over the world who have had an excellent time diving in Puerto Galera.
We also offer all sorts of types of diving such as:
- Recovery Diving
- Night Diving
- Drift Diving
- Deep Sea Diving
- and more…
#69 - Song of Joy Resort
#70 - Pintuyan Dive Resort
Whale sharks can often be observed and found directly on our house reef, even in shallow water. The whale sharks have their natural habitat here and are not fed. You can find them almost all year round. Of course we also offer first class macro dives
#71 - Lead Marine
#72 - Adventure Dive/Mike's Dauin Resort
Mike's Dauin Beach Resort gives you direct access to a fantastic underwater world, including the world-famous Apo Island.
This PADI 5* Dive Resort offers relaxed and fuss-free diving in the Philippines. From seeking out rare species like Nudibranchs and Frogfish to diving with a shimmering, silvery wall of hundreds of jacks and meeting friendly turtles at Apo Island, the crew's incredible local knowledge means you don’t waste valuable time finding the best spots.
If you have not dived for over six months by the time you arrive at the resort and depending on your overall diving experience/certification level, you may need to do a quick Refresher before embarking on regular boat diving.
A refresher is a great opportunity to get yourself comfortable with your equipment, practice some basic diving skills, orientate with your equipment and hone your buoyancy skills under the supervision of a dive professional.
#73 - Blue Paradive Center
Located within Camp Netanya Resort and Spa, we are a team of dedicated professionals passionate about diving and underwater adventure.
We offer affordable rates in PADI Courses, fun dives, equipment rentals and dive excursions. We strive to bring high quality service and memorable experience for you.
#74 - Lalaguna Villas Luxury Dive Resort and Spa
#75 - SEA LION
#76 - Aiyanar Beach & Dive Resort
#77 - Emerald Green Diving Center
#78 - Thresher Shark Divers
Thresher Shark Divers is the premier dive center on Malapascua and the only PADI 5* CDC.
We offer daily diving in small groups with experienced PADI Divemasters and Instructors, many of them with 5,000+ dives around Malapascua alone.
Malapascua is the only place in the world where thresher sharks can be seen daily. And there is plenty more on offer: wreck and reefs, wall dives and macro dives, drift dives and night dives. There is a little bit of everything. Group sizes are kept small and courses courses are often taught one on one.
A full range of PADI training is available including Instructor and Technical, with one of the most active dive internship programs in the country.
We have spacious Filipino style banka boats as well as a speed boat, offer coffee, tea and drinking water, shaded areas, ample space to set up your gear, and of course we carry first aid kits, phones and oxygen.
Dive shop facilities include internet, charging stations and a safe for valuables, as well as a retail area. The beachfront is home to the Wilde Bar for coffee, shakes and cocktails. Oscar’s Restaurant is upstairs overlooking the beach, which makes it great for sundowners.
#79 - Wellbeach Dive Resort
WellBeach Scuba Diving resort is located along the beautiful coast of Zamboaguita, Negros Oriental. Situated on a tropical island just a 20-minute drive south of the provincial capital Dumaguete and the airport.
We offer on-site PADI scuba diving training and certifications at all levels from our fully-equipped dive shop surrounded by lush green gardens and cool breezy shores. We visit the dive sites in Dauin, Zamboaguita and Apo Island, WellBeach house-reef is a critter paradise for macro photographers.
Enjoy our wonderful resort amenities, including fully-equipped dive boats, outside rinsing areas, showers and drying closets for your equipment. Everything is taken care of by our staff before and after your dive, all you have to do is be there with a smile and your camera.
#80 - Liquid Dive Dumaguete
Our PADI 5 Star CDC dive center offers all PADI courses from beginner to professional. Our highly trained PADI instructors and divemasters are on hand daily to assist you with your diving needs, whether you are taking a course or interested in fun diving we have you covered.
Our dive center consists of dedicated classrooms, large rinsing area, dedicated diver training pool, private equipment room, rental equipment room and camera area. Our speed boat can accommodate up to 8 divers, our dive jeep can accommodate up to 10 divers and our dive bangka boat can carry 12 divers.
This region offers diving for every level of diver from beginner to professional photographer. The Dauin coast is famous for muck diving where you can find an array of critters that are no doubt on your diving wish list. Apo Island offers stunning corals reefs, abundant marine life and is a protected turtle sanctuary. The walls at Sumilon give you the chance to dive with reef sharks and if you are lucky spot a passing whale shark.
Our resort consists of 14 beach facing rooms, bar & restaurant, 2 swimming pools, billiard table, chill out space and co-work space. All our rooms have king or twin beds, aircon, ceiling fan, safety box, private bathroom with hot water shower and sea facing balcony. Deluxe rooms are larger and also have a mini fridge and cable TV
#81 - Ticao Island Dive Camp & Resort
#82 - Aura Resort
#83 - Sipalay Easy Diving & Beach Resort
Easy Diving and Beach Resort is a 5* PADI IDC Center; the first on the west side of Negros, and presently the biggest scuba diving operator in Negros Occidental.
The center is located directly on the beach, in a beautiful resort with panoramic views and is equipped with a shop, classroom, equipment room and a serviceable area where briefings are given and divers get ready.
This is a paradise for divers, snorkelers and beach lovers. There is plenty to keep you entertained, you will never grow tired of the place.
Between dives relax and dine in our amazing beach front restaurant with your feet in the sand, and waves gently lapping next to you.
Bounded by the rich Sulu Sea on the west, Sipalay boasts 30 dive sites; the Marine Protected Area is just a few minutes boat ride away. Sipalay boasts some of the best and most diverse diving. Around here, you can experience the thrill of diving on various wrecks, a pier, caves and reefs, making Sipalay a place for beginner and experienced divers alike.
#84 - Bicol Dive Center
#85 - Banwa Private Island
#86 - Seaquest Dive Center
#87 - Seaquest Dive Center
We're one of the longest established scuba diving operators in the Visayas, the central part of the Philippines. Started in 1981 in Panagsama Beach, Moalboal, Cebu we now run five boats on our two bases in Moalboal, Cebu and Alona Beach, Bohol. Daily dive-trips, accommodation, safaris and a full range of scuba-dive-courses, all under Dutch management.
The Philippines, where land and sea unite in a blaze of tropical color, is waiting to welcome you. Located in south-east asia, the Philippines is blessed with a tropical climate together with some of the most beautiful beaches and coral reefs to be found anywhere in the world.
Although about eighty different dialects can be heard throughout the islands, english is spoken virtually everywhere and the people are well known for their friendliness!
Right in the middle of this archipelago ,the Visayas, on the islands of Cebu and Bohol, you will find the SEAQUEST DIVE CENTER 's. Located at quiet and beautiful Alona Beach on Panglao Island, Bohol and at Panagsama Beach, Moalboal, Cebu, we are there to make your holidays an unforgettable experience.
Our highly trained diving instructors are well aware that your safety comes first, so you can concentrate on discovering the magical underwater world that awaits you while learning to dive.
#88 - Brave Diver
Bohol Island Siren Diving - PADI certified five-star diving instructor Qian Resort. Located in Doljo, Panglao, Bohol Island, it has 6 diving crab boats, 1 independent teaching platform, 20 dive shop rooms; 82 hotel rooms; nearly 200 sets of diving equipment. Siren Dive Bohol - A dive resort like home.
#89 - Mermaid Resort
The waters around Sabang are well-known for having the highest diversity of marine wild life in the entire world. If you are a scuba diving enthusiast -- novice or advanced -- then you are definitely in for an adventure of a lifetime! Check out the marine life residing in the area's numerous wrecks. Be mystified by the colorful and abundant corals, or even Sabang's famous shark cave! Our PADI-certified dive instructors will be more than happy to guide you through the many dive sites Puerto Galera has to offer.
#90 - La Laguna Dive Center
#91 - Mantangale Alibuag Dive Resort Inc.
#92 - Padre Burgos Castle Resort
#93 - Red Sun Dive Resort
#94 - Allegria Dream Resort
#95 - Blue Coral
#96 - Club Paradise Divers
#97 - Fun and Sun Development Corporation
In a relaxed environment, coupled with good fun, let our multilingual Diving Instructor's teach you the necessary skills to safely enjoy your first underwater experience or upgrade your current diving education. Our new students will learn the basics of diving including theory and confined water skills, working up to the open water dive site itself. For those already certified, learning new skills under the direct supervision of a Diving Instructor will give you more confidence to fully enjoy your future dives. Warm and clear water, multicolor seascapes, and a myriad of colorful fish to show you the way. Start or upgrade your diving education under the direct supervision of our multilingual, experienced diving instructors. FUN & SAFETY are their first priority to give you an unforgettable experience.
Everyday, Daily Dive Trips are scheduled on board our fast and spacious traditional Filipino dive "Bangkas" either to Mactan area or upon request to the more remote dive spots like Cabilao & Balicasag islands or Cuatro Islas, Malapascua Island, Cebu, Limasawa Island and Leyte. According to our strategic location, straight in the center of the East side of Cebu island, reach the dive sites is a matter of several minutes to a couple of hours which may be used to polish suntan or enjoy the landscape. With a few exceptions due to currents, most of the dives may be enjoyed from beginners to experienced divers.
* Departure between 0800 or 0930 hours from Mactan and Return between 1500 or 1800 according to the dive site location.
#98 - Shark Diving Shop
#99 - S/Y Philippine Siren 2
Dive the Philippines by luxury liveaboard and experience a wider variety of dive sites and destinations.
The liveaboard S/Y Philippine Siren has been built by Divers for Divers and every thought has gone into making her a yacht aboard which every guest will be comfortable.
The liveaboard Philippine Siren is a Diver’s Dream, taking Diver Safari Adventurers to the powder-white sand and protected azure waters which have won awards for the best beaches in the world. Relax at the convenience of a highly experienced crew who work tirelessly to ensure your diving vacation is second to none.
This beautiful wooden liveaboard sailing vessel is the perfect dive vacation for Beginners and Experienced Divers. Everyone will love the steep Coral-covered Walls, Reefs, Wrecks, large schools of fish and abundant Macro Life making this Philippine liveaboard dive vacation an event of a lifetime.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
The Philippine Siren is 131 feet (40m) long and 32 feet (9.7m) wide liveaboard renovated in 2015. To ensure your liveaboard Dive Safari Adventure becomes a memorable experience, every aspect of Philippine Siren's design, itineraries and menu have received detailed attention.
The liveaboard Philippine Siren has 8 air-conditioned cabins to accommodate 16 guests. The liveaboard cabins all have en-suite private bathrooms with hot water showers and include: Lower Deck Double bed and Twin bed cabins, 2 cabins with Double beds, 4 cabins with Twin beds, and 2 cabins with Twin beds that can be converted to Double beds. Each cabin contains individual temperature control and fan, portholes, towels, bathrobes, shower gel, safe, wardrobe, mirror, reading lights, 220V and 2-pin sockets with adaptors available, luggage space and an in-cabin entertainment systems.
The liveaboard Philippine Siren offers many between-dive activities such as movies, audio-video entertainment, as well as a big flat screen in the lounge and a library in the air conditioned Main Saloon. For some extra action, go Snorkeling, Kayaking or take a Shore Excursion. They also have an on-board shop where you can buy accessories. If relaxing in comfort is more your style, sunbathe or take a nap on the shaded Sun Deck on the cushioned lounge chairs. Guests may even utilize the onboard Masseuse for a luxurious massage.
The owners of liveaboard Philippine Siren are convinced that great food is an absolute must for any liveaboard experience.
Divers created the menu because they know which food will provide strength and energy during a dive safari. On the liveaboard Philippine Siren, you can choose your favorite dish from a buffet. Enjoy the amazing backdrop of the seascape for all meals which are served on the covered, open air Main Deck. Menu choices feature a variety of Asian as well as Western style meals as well as incredible desserts. If guests have special dietary requirements:vegans, lactose free etc. (within the possibilities of the country we operate in) , these can be catered with advanced notice. Complimentary local beer is included and wine and cocktails can be purchased. Snacks and non alcoholic beverages are available all day between meals.
HOW TO GET THERE
Please refer to logistics section of each itinerary to find detailed info on how to get there.