Diving in the Philippines

If you marvel at the site of 2000 species of exotic fish, view 800 kinds of coral, and dive beneath the waters of Anilao (Batangas), Puerto Galera (Mindoro), Apo Island (Negros Oriental), or the Tubbataha Reef (Palawan), then you must dive in the Philippines.

If you want to learn how to dive, budget around P10,000 for an open water course. Invest in basic diving equipment. The wet suit can cost anywhere from P15,000 to P100,000.

Prepare to spend time: 12.5 hours on lectures, lessons in the swimming pool, and four actual dives at sea. If you go to Anilao, budget around P3,000 for your accommodations.

Here are some diving instructors you may wish to contact:

Dennis Borja - +63.2.7252347 or +63.917.8334605
Ricky Baccay - +63.917.8176722

(6/26/2009 UPDATE: Ricky Baccay's new phone number is 09178188806)

Best regards,

Ricky Baccay
PADI OWSI 460815

Happy diving in the Philippines!
[ First posted on 04/29/2005 by Manuel Viloria ]