Experience the Philippines
7,107 islands make up the Philippine Archipelago. They offer more than triple the number of adventures. We can bring you to the atolls and reefs of Tubbataha, the myriad of colors and pelagic fish of Puerto Galera, the intricate macro marine life in the reefs of Aniloa and the marine sanctuaries that are Apo Reef and Apo Island.
These fantastic dive areas continue to mystify the most avid of photographers and marine biologists. At these incredible dive destinations we know that you will see some of the world's most beautiful fish and visit the most exotic reefs on our planet.
In the center of the Sulu Sea lies the Tubbataha Reef National Park. Declared a World Heritage site by the World Conservation Union in 1993, the park is composed of 2 coral atolls separated by an 8 km (5 mile) wide channel. These picturesque tropical atolls, known as North and South Tubbataha, host an amazing variety of reef tropicals, turtles and large pelagics.
Amongst the many dive areas of the Philippines is Apo Reef which is under the Municipal Jurisdiction of Sblayan, Occidental Mindoro. The location and isolation of Apo Reef serves as a filter for the marine stocks of the Sulu and South China seas. Apo Reef was once considered the prime diving area in the Philippines (prior to discovery of Tubbataha).
Forming the central part of the country's archipelago is Visayas which includes the islands of Cebu and Bohol. World famous for its thresher sharks, wonderful beaches and amazing diving at such places as the Hilutungan and Nalasuan Marine Reserves, Visayas does not dissapoint!
Dive Boats / Liveaboards
The Oceanic Explorer
Tubbataha Rates (per week):
TRANSITION & REGULAR TRIP
US $1445 Standard Cabin
US $1556 Deluxe Cabin
US $1334 C-Deck
| Date 2009 | Trips |
|---|---|
| March 06-13 | Transition Trip 1 |
| March 14-19 | Easter Trip |
| March 20-25 | Regular Trip |
| March 27-01 April | Regular Trip |
| April 01-06 | Regular Trip |
| April 06-10 | Regular Trip |
| April 10-17 | Regular Trip |
| April 17-24 | Regular Trip |
| April 24-29 | Regular Trip |
| April 30-May 05 | Regular Trip |
| May 08-13 | Regular Trip |
| May 15-20 | Regular Trip |
| May 22-27 | Regular Trip |
| May 29-03 June | Regular Trip |
| June 05-12 | Transition Trip 2 |
The Apo Explorer
Tubbataha Rates (per week):
TRANSITION & REGULAR TRIP
US $1340/person
| Date 2009 | Trips |
|---|---|
| March 06-13 | Transition Trip 1 |
| March 14-19 | Regular Trip |
| March 20-25 | Regular Trip |
| March 27-01 April | Regular Trip |
| April 01-06 | Regular Trip |
| April 07-12 | Regular Trip |
| April 17-22 | Regular Trip |
| April 24-29 | Regular Trip |
| April 30-05 May | Regular Trip |
| May 08-13 | Regular Trip |
| May 15-20 | Regular Trip |
| May 22-27 | Regular Trip |
| May 29-03 June | Regular Trip |
| June 05-12 | Transition Trip 2 |
The Borneo Explorer
Tubbataha Rates (per week):
TRANSITION & REGULAR TRIP
US $1558 Suite A
US $1445 Suite B
US $1340 Deluxe
SPECIAL TRIP
US $2181 Suite A
US $2023 Suite B
US $1876 Deluxe
| Date 2009 | Trips |
|---|---|
| March 14-22 | Transition Trip 1 |
| March 23-28 | Easter Trip |
| March 29-03 April | Regular Trip |
| April 04-09 | Regular Trip |
| April 11-18 | Special Trip |
| April 19-26 | Special Trip |
| April 30-05 May | Regular Trip |
| May 08-13 | Regular Trip |
| May 15-22 | Regular Trip |
| May 23-28 | Regular Trip |
| May 30-04 June | Regular Trip |
| June 06-13 | Transition Trip 2 |
The Stella Maris Explorer
Tubbataha Rates (per week):
TRANSITION & REGULAR TRIP
US $1556 Deluxe
US $1445 Standard
US $1334 C-Deck
SPECIAL TRIP
US $2178 Deluxe
US $2023 Standard
US $1867 C-Deck
| Date 2009 | Trips |
|---|---|
| March 07-14 | Transition Trip 1 |
| March 16-21 | Regular Trip |
| March 23-28 | Regular Trip |
| March 29-03 April | Regular Trip |
| April 04-09 | Regular Trip |
| April 10-17 | Special Trip |
| April 18-23 | Regular Trip |
| April 24-29 | Regular Trip |
| April 30-05 May | Regular Trip |
| May 08-14 | Regular Trip |
| May 15-20 | Regular Trip |
| May 20-27 | Special Trip |
| May 30-04 | Regular Trip |
| June 06-13 | Transition Trip 2 |
Visayas Dive Safari
Package Inclusions:
- 8 Days / 7 Nights Aircon accommodation on board
- Fullboard meals
- No decompression diving for 6 Diving Days(4-5 Dives a Day) including night diving
- Use of tanks, weights, belt, boat and services of a Divemaster
Package Exclusions:
- Roundtrip Domestic Airtickets to Cebu
- Dive Permits
- Alcoholic drinks and sodas
- Gear Rentals and Nitrox fills
- Dive and Travel Insurance
- Other incidental expenses
Combined Route (8D/7N) (2008)
Deluxe Cabin - US $1,500.00/person
Suites (A1-A2)- US $1,700.00/person
Combined Route (8D/7N) (2009)
Deluxe Cabin - US $1,800.00/person
Suites (A1-A2)- US $2,000.00/person
**Note: Minimum No. of Persons: 6
| ITINERARY | |
| Thursday | Embarkation of Mactan-Cebu |
| Friday | Monad/Malapascua Area |
| Saturday | Monad/Dona Marilyn (AM) Gato (PM/night Dive) Area |
| Sunday | Pescador/Moalboal |
| Monday | Apo Island/Dauin |
| Tuesday | Balicasag, Alona Beach |
| Wednesday | Cabilao |
| Thursday | Disembarkation at Mactan-Cebu |
Resorts / Land Based Operations
Bahura Resort & Spa - Dumaguete, Negros Island
Located in the town of Dauin, Bahura Resort and Spa nestles in the heart of a sprawling, 5 hectare
beach-side coconut plantation. It is 25-minute ride by car from the Dumaguete airport, and an hour's
drive to spectacular cave explorations, cascading waterfalls and whale & dolphin watching centers.
This tropical garden resort has 8 luxuriously appointed villas and 32 modern detailed hotel rooms.
The villas offer intimate personal spaces for you to relax, soak in the sun and enjoy the panoramic vista.
Extravagantly laid out, each villa comes with a bedroom on the loft, semi-kitchen, full bar setup, dining
area, living-room, extra large bathroom fitted with shower & whirlpool tub, walk-in closet, wrap around
panoramic glass windows, garden sunning/ seating spaces.
Anilao Outrigger Resort, Batangas / Luzon Island
Anilao Outrigger Resort is native inspired resort which is located in a picturesque cove. The architecture
offers rooms and terraces overlooking the sea. The 41 rooms are comfortably laid out and are tastefully
furnished with native bamboo and local furniture. All rooms are fully air-conditioned with private bath,
toilet and hot/cold running water. Amenities include an infinity swimming pool, two function rooms which
can accommodate from 50-120 persons perfect for seminars and social functions like wedding and birthday
parties. A house reef awaits just few steps from the waters edge for snorkelers to explore and young
swimmers to play-in.
Our Professional dive center is equipped with the latest scuba equipment
for gear rentals. Tanks, air-fills, nitrox and boat services are likewise available. We offer PADI Diving
Courses from beginner to instructor levels. Our guest can choose from kayaks, jet-skis, hobiecats, pedal
and banana boat from Aqua Sports Center
Dive Link Resort - Coron, Coron Island
Take a short 10-minute ban-ca ride from Coron town and you'll find a cozy resort sitting on a sheltered
hillside. Welcome to Dive Link Resort! From Dive Link Resort, you can easily reach more than 80 islands
with white sand beaches, coral beds, caves, tropical jungles and dramatic cliffs. Around the resort are
waters that are keepers of the best-preserved World War II wrecks in Asia! Dive and explore sunken Japanese
freighters or snorkel and marvel at a few that lie in shallow depths.
Alona Palm Beach Resort, Boracay, Panglao Island
The Alona Palm Beach Resort is located on the small island of Panglao (just approx. 16 x 7 km), connected
by two short bridges to the main island of Bohol, Philippines. Bohol is famous for its unique Chocolate
Hills, a structure of scattered hills, which assume the looks of chocolate puddings in the dry season.
Club Paradise, Palawan
A tropical Shangri-la nestled upon a coral jewel set amidst Palawan’s sparkling turquoise waters.
Comely and idyllic, this island resort is a perfect hideaway for those who seek both relaxation and discovery.
Club Paradise is on Dimakya Island, Municipality of Coron.
A part of the Calamian Group of Islands, it is situated at the Northern tip of Palawan, the Philippine’s last frontier.
Where possibilities are blissful, endearing and endless.
El Galleon Resort, Puerto Gallera / North Mindoro Island
Beautifully built into the hills of Sabang Beach, Atlantis Beach Resort and Dive Centers have 32 rooms.
In Atlantis' Restaurant chef Franko offers Italian gourmet cuisine with
money back guarantee. Atlantis has a chlorine free fresh water swimming pool. Two pool tables and many
different board games.
