THE PHILIPPINES
Boats fill and courses cap out, so the good try-dives in the Philippines go weeks ahead. Below: the 12 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ.
Try scuba in Boracay with two supervised sessions, PADI instruction, boat access, and reef time off White Beach for $75.
“Jimmy was so knowledgeable, patient, and friendly. He ensured we felt ready, comfortable and checked on us often throughout the process. Would definitely recommend for any newbies, or experienced divers!”
Try scuba in Boracay for $50 with expert instruction, a boat ride, reef life, underwater photos, and a completion certificate.
“Butch was a great guide, the equipment made a good impression and the diving site was absolutely gorgeous! A great experience!”
Review of Sibaltan’s beginner scuba trip from El Nido, with manta rays, two guided underwater sessions, boat transport, brunch, and practical tips.
“It was amazing, special thanks to Simone for amazing guidance, teaching, kind approach and patience!”
Try scuba in Boracay for $49 with certified instructors, gear, photos, and a guided underwater session for beginners.
“The trip is pretty much made for people who can‘t even swim or move around alone in the water. If you are comfortable in the water - even with no scuba experience I would choose a different company. It took around 1,5h from the first introduction to actually diving in the ocean. In total I think we dove for maybe 20min. Although it was not really diving. We pretty much got dragged around in the water in a pair of two and then got placed infront of a clownfish. I also did scuba diving with a different company were I could swim around on my own, with the guide next…”
Try scuba in Cebu with pool training, a 40-minute reef session, full gear, friendly instructors, and clear cancellation terms.
“Great team of professionals organised everything and we had the most amazing time. The photos that Michael shared with us were simply amazing. Thanks for the amazing day.”
Try scuba in Boracay with PADI instruction, boat access, equipment, and underwater photos and video for $65.
“It was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I met Sir Peter, he taught me what to do underwater, what function every piece of equipment holds, and always stay calm and breathe slowly. The dive itself was amazing, and Sir Peter alwaRead more”
Try Boracay scuba for beginners with PADI instruction, coral gardens, fish, boat transport, and underwater photos for $60.
“I had an absolutely fantastic experience with the Discover Scuba Diving program in Boracay! The instructors were incredibly patient and knowledgeable, making me feel completely at ease as a first-time diver. The vibrant corals and the Read more”
Try scuba in Bohol with patient instruction, shallow-water practice, a guided ocean session, marine fees, gear, and underwater photos included.
“This was a very nice experience with guides that really helped us as beginners. They will tell you although you should equalize your nose when going down often. They took photos and videos for us while diving which was also very nice.”
Try scuba diving in Boracay with Fisheye Divers, including instruction, reef exploration, equipment, photos, snacks, and hotel pickup.
“Notre expérience avec le centre Fisheye Divers s’est très bien passée sur tous les points. Notre instructeur Butch a été clair et pédagogue dans ses explications lors du cours ainsi que pendant la plongée. Il a été rassurant tout au long de la matinée, prenant le temps de tout nous expliquer et de répondre à nos questions. En tant que français nous avions une légère appréhension de ne pas comprendre certaines notions importantes, mais grâce à lui nous n’avons eu aucun problème de communication. Le reste du staff a aussi été très gentil et à l’écoute, on sent que ce sont de vrais passionnés de plongée et surtout des professionnels.…”
Swim with sardines at Napaling Reef on a beginner-friendly scuba session with gear, guides, fees, and free GoPro photos included.
Learn what to expect from El Nido’s beginner scuba experience, with training, two or three sea sessions, lunch, costs, and practical tips.
“We recently joined a day scuba tour with Submarina PADI, guided by Dive Master Kevin and his fantastic team. Our experience was wonderful, featuring two out of three excellent dives at breathtaking spots. The professionalism and expRead more”
Review of WaterColors’ Boracay scuba experience for ages 10 and up, with two boat-accessed sessions, PADI instruction, cost, and practical tips.
“Tack Sofie för proffsig service och glatt humör!”
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