Diving in Philippines

DIVING AND SNORKELING
Enjoy diving and snorkeling in the fresh and cold water of Quezon’s beaches and diving sites. Get ready to explore and observe fascinating underwater attractions.

THRESHER SHARKS
Be a silent witness. These elusive masters of the deep can only be seen in Malapascua Island. Every day, thresher sharks would come up from its habitat deep in the sea to have itself cleaned. Divers would need to wake up early though as they can only be seen from 4AM – 5AM.

SARAP SARANGANI
The municipalities of Maasim, Kiamba, and Maitum are known for paragliding, diving, and river tubing adventures respectively. Also, not to be missed when in these places are their food products and delicacies one can’t find elsewhere. These include the tuna pookee being offered at Lemlunay Resort; nelut onok of the T’boli tribe in Kiamba; and Mase Juice and Cresilda’s Coffee of Cresing’s in Maitum.

SUMILON ISLAND
Located at the southern tip of Cebu, Sumilon Island is a 24-hecatre island that boasts of lush vegetation and crystal clear waters. The place is ideal for snorkeling and diving because its waters are rich breeding areas for many marine species.

MALAPASCUA ISLAND
It was on Christmas day when the Spaniards reached the island. According to the town folks, it was supposed to be a special day for celebration but unfortunately a storm hit the island and so came the name “MALAPASCUA”, MALAS SA PASKO, which means “Unfortunate Christmas” in English. Malapascua is sometimes referred to as “LOGON”, the main community in the south. “Logon” got its name when the Japanese and American fought over the island during the WWII. The island is 3 kms. Long and 1 km. wide, with the population of about 3,000. It has white sand beaches, and crystal clear water. The west coast is ideal for swimming and snorkeling but one should be careful because of unpredictable weather. A walk or tour on the island can be done within half a day.

PESCADOR ISLAND’S SARDINE RUN
Be part of the crowd and be part of the spectacle that is Pescador Island’s Sardine Run. This popular diving site is just one of the many famous diving sites in the island province.

DIVING, SNORKELING AND MACROPHOTOGRAPHY
Anilao is brimming with marine life which makes it a world-class diving destination. But aside from diving, visitors can do snorkeling, island hopping, and hiking at Mount Gulugod Baboy. Experience the rich marine world for yourself. Meet our underwater residents, it’s more fun here.

APO REEF NATIONAL PARK
Take a journey to the diving mecca of the Phiippines—the Apo Reef divided into north and south lagoon systems and considered one of the best in Asia. Explore the Apo Reef Marine Park at the island of Binangaan and Cajos del Bajo in Sablayan populated by various bird species guaranteed to satisfy birdwatchers and nature lovers.

MATANGALE ALIBUAG DIVE RESORT
Dive shop offers dive tours and whale shark/dolphin watching adventure tours. To reach the resort, one can take a bus from Agora Bus Terminal in Cagayan de Oro City going to the Municipality of Balingoan. Average travel time from the city to the resort is about 90 minutes.

SUNKEN CEMETERY
Get mesmerized, dive into the deep, and get treated to a magical underwater experience of the Camiguin Sunken Cemetery in Catarman.

LEMLUNAY DIVE SITE
Sink into the water of Lemlunay Dive Site in Maasim, Sarangani and swim with underwater flora and fauna such as various hard and soft coral, huge gorgonians, sponges and an endless array of reel life, pelagics, turtles, rays, rainbow runners, groupers, snappers and patrols of sergeant majors, clown fish, angel fish, parrot fish and many shell fish.

TAGBAK MARINE PARK
Tagbak Marine Park is a paradise that offers wide range of marine flora and fauna. One can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, stand-up paddle boarding, wild ducks watching, diving, boating, and sea turtle watching.

SOGOD BAY DIVE SITES
An underwater paradise that hosts over 20 marine areas, world-class dive sites, and is home to 350 of the 520 coral species in this planet. The Bay benefits from a responsible marine conservation program jointly undertaken by the province and Coral Cay—a London-based NGO. Considered as the “Rising Star” of Philippine Dive Destinations.

SAN ANTONIO ISLAND
Trek the monolithic wonder in Biri composed of seven rock formations of various sizes lapped up and carved through time by the winds and waves of the great Pacific Ocean.

SAMBAWAN ISLAND DIVE SITE
Salute to the sun in this marine sanctuary and a popular dive site called Sambawan Island in Maripipi. Biliran’s answer to paradise—the white sands, thriving marine life, and warm blue waters shore is a perfect escape from reality.

DALUTAN ISLAND
This thin strip of pristine white sand beach in Almeria is shaded by overhanging trees. Sheltered from the open sea, it is great for snorkeling and diving, with a spectacular view of nearby islands.

VERDE ISLAND
Descend into the “Center of the Center of Marine Biodiversity of the World” found at the eponymous Verde Island with its pristine clear waters and nice underwater view considered one of best diving spots in the Philippines.