Dive the Philippines — From Your Private Villa
The Coral Triangle. WWII wrecks. Whale sharks. Sardine tornadoes. All arranged before you arrive.
The Philippines sits at the heart of the Coral Triangle — the most biodiverse marine region on Earth — with over 20,000 species of marine life across 22,000 square kilometres of coral reef. Each of our five islands offers world-class diving within 30 minutes of your villa. Our concierge pre-arranges all dive logistics: equipment, guides, boats, and briefings. All you need to do is descend.
By Island
Where to Experience This
Palawan — Coron WWII Wrecks
Coron's WWII Japanese wrecks are among the world's top 10 dive sites. The Irako (170m), Akitsushima (164m), and Kogyo Maru lie in 20–45 metres, fully encrusted with coral and teeming with fish. Penetration dives are available for advanced divers, while the shallower wrecks are accessible to Open Water certified guests.
Concierge tip: Book the Coron wreck dives for early morning (7am) before tour boats — visibility and solitude are dramatically better than afternoon dives.
Cebu — Sardine Tornado & Whale Sharks
Moalboal's sardine run is one of the most extraordinary marine encounters on Earth — a million-strong baitball rotating in formation directly off Panagsama Beach, visible from 5 metres depth. Whale shark interactions at Tumalog Point (open ocean, not Oslob) allow swimming alongside gentle giants in their natural environment.
Concierge tip: Malapascua thresher shark dives require a dawn boat (5:30am) from the island — our concierge arranges overnight on Malapascua for guests who want this experience.
Bohol — Balicasag Island
Balicasag Island, a marine sanctuary 30 minutes from Panglao, has some of the healthiest wall diving in the Philippines. Vertical coral walls drop to 40+ metres, with resident sea turtles feeding in the shallows, jack schools in the blue water, and white-tip reef sharks on the deeper sections.
Concierge tip: Alona Beach's house reef is accessible without a boat — one of the few Philippines dive sites where you can roll off the beach and find world-class reef within 5 minutes.
Siargao — Reefs & Sugba
Siargao's diving is less developed than Palawan or Cebu — which means fewer boats, healthier reefs, and a genuinely exploratory experience. Local dive guides know spots that are not in any guidebook. Sugba Lagoon's underwater topography is unusual and beautiful, and the surrounding offshore reefs are in excellent condition.
Concierge tip: Siargao diving is best treated as an adventure — less documented, less crowded, and genuinely exploratory. Our local dive guides know spots that aren't listed anywhere online.
Private Charter
What's Included
Private dive boat
A private dive dhow or speedboat exclusively for your group — no other divers. Depart on your schedule, surface when you want.
PADI certified dive master or instructor
All our dive guides hold current PADI Divemaster or higher certification with local area specialization.
Full equipment rental
BCD, regulator, wetsuit, fins, mask, and computer. Equipment is serviced and inspected before every charter. Tank fills at 200 bar.
Safety equipment
Oxygen kit, first aid, surface marker buoys, and dive flag on every boat. All equipment meets PADI standards.
Underwater camera option
GoPro with underwater housing available for rent. Professional underwater photography/video can be arranged for an additional fee.
Site briefing & route planning
15-minute site briefing before each dive covering conditions, marine life, entry/exit points, and safety procedures.
Choose Your Format
Charter Options
1 dive (intro)
Discovery Dive
Never dived before? A PADI certified instructor takes you to 5m in a controlled, shallow environment. No certification required. Pool session + open water in the same morning.
2 dives, 6 hours
2-Tank Dive Day
Two dives at different sites with surface interval lunch on the boat or beach. The standard format for certified divers wanting a full day experience.
3–5 dive days
Multi-Day Dive Package
Custom multi-day itinerary covering the best sites on your island. Our concierge plans dive days around conditions and your certification level for maximum variety.
Pricing
Price Range Guide
| Destination | Discovery | 2-Tank Day | Per Extra Tank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palawan (Coron Wrecks) | $120–$180 | $280–$380 | $90–$120 |
| Cebu (Moalboal / Malapascua) | $80–$120 | $200–$280 | $70–$90 |
| Bohol (Balicasag) | $70–$100 | $180–$240 | $60–$80 |
| Siargao (Local Reefs) | $80–$120 | $160–$220 | $60–$80 |
Prices are per person and include equipment rental, guide, boat, and all tanks. Minimum 2 divers per private charter. Equipment-only (BYO regulator) discounts available. PADI Open Water course (3 days) can be arranged at all destinations for $320–$450 complete.
Ready to Book?
Arrange Through Your Concierge
All experiences are arranged as part of your villa package — tell us your dates and preferences, and we coordinate everything before you arrive.
Concierge responds within 4 hours — all inquiries treated with complete discretion