THE PHILIPPINES

8 PADI Courses in the Philippines Worth Flying For

8 tours  ·  from $60 a head

Every dive trip has one spare morning. These 8 padi courses in the Philippines justify it, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back in the water.

Scuba Diving in Boracay: SSI Basic Diver for Beginners - How the four-hour session is likely to unfold
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Scuba Diving in Boracay: SSI Basic Diver for Beginners

Scuba Diver Course (PADI) - Why the 12-Meter Limit Matters
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Scuba Diver Course (PADI)

2.Scuba Diver Course (PADI)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $270

Earn a PADI Scuba Diver certification in two days at Mactan’s Shangri-La, with equipment, towels, water, and a 12-meter depth limit included.

“Bernie was my instructor and he was amazing. Knowledgeable and patient. I would recommend Scotty's sports at the Shangri La Resort in Mactan to anyone seeking Scuba lessons.”

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DiveGurus - Open Water Diver Course SSI/PADI - Classroom learning before the first underwater session
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DiveGurus – Open Water Diver Course SSI/PADI

3.DiveGurus – Open Water Diver Course SSI/PADI

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $580

Learn SSI or PADI scuba skills in three days with DiveGurus Boracay, including classroom work, pool training, and four boat sessions.

“If you’re considering getting PADI certified in Boracay, stop looking—Max is the instructor you need! I completed my Open Water PADI certification with him during my vacation, and it was hands-down one of the best decisions I’ve ever mRead more”

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Open Water Course (PADI) - How the instruction may feel for a beginner
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Open Water Course (PADI)

4.Open Water Course (PADI)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $400

Review of Cebu’s two-day PADI Open Water course at Shangri-La Mactan, with pricing, instructors, schedule, inclusions, and booking advice.

“Phenomenal experience. Michel and Freddie takes their time and delivers clear and concise instruction. Ensuring everyone trains to standard but well within their limits. Safety was always paramount. The entire experience was surreal. Read more”

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WaterColors - PADI Scuba Diver Certification in Boracay - Day one: theory before the first boat session
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WaterColors – PADI Scuba Diver Certification in Boracay

Scuba Diving in Boracay: SSI Basic Diver for Beginners - How the four-hour session is likely to unfold
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Scuba Diving in Boracay: SSI Basic Diver for Beginners

Boracay PADI Discover Scuba Diving - The First Lesson: Safety, Equipment, and Breathing
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Boracay PADI Discover Scuba Diving

7.Boracay PADI Discover Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $60Best value

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”

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2-Day Private Boracay PADI Open Water Diver Course - Starting at Station 1 in Boracay
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2-Day Private Boracay PADI Open Water Diver Course

8.2-Day Private Boracay PADI Open Water Diver Course

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $500

Learn if Boracay’s private two-day PADI Open Water course offers good value, personal instruction, four sea sessions, and underwater photos.

“It was a very kind and fun trip. The Justin guide was so kind and took good care of me that I could travel happily. I think it will be a memorable Boracay trip. If I come next time, I want to do it again. I highly recommend it.”

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