THE PHILIPPINES
This is the shortlist you would send a diving friend: 13 scuba diving trips worth the airfare, with the price, the certification needed and the one thing to check before you pay.
Walk 10 feet below Boracay with a sea helmet, friendly instructors, reef fish, and free photos and videos for $22.
“free included pictures! really great to have e your moments captured”
Review of Cebu’s $47 beach scuba experience, with guided underwater sessions, sardines, turtles, free GoPro media, and practical booking tips.
“Amazing price for a great experience! Got transportation to and from, 45 minutes underwater as well as pictures and video, I had the exact same experience in Bali for 3x the price. Kenji was also great diving guide.”
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 Boracay’s 6-hour island hopping tour with crystal kayak photos, helmet reef walking, snorkeling, BBQ lunch, and practical tips.
“Helmet diving was AMAZING. Tour itself was good but regarding taking pictures.. you want to look fresh.. please consider that the tour starts with snorkeling and by the time it’s time to take photos in the cristal kayak you will look tired/sunburn :) guide was greate”
Review of DiveGurus Boracay scuba outings, including sites, timing, price, guides, safety, value, and practical booking tips.
“I did 4 dives with Divegurus and all went very smoothly. The equipment was Ok and there were enough to choose from, the briefing was complete, they were very nice and professional.”
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 SSI Basic Diver in Boracay with shallow-water training, an instructor-led ocean session, gear, boat ride, and free cancellation.
“My basic diving experience was a fantastic sensation. It was a bit scary at first, but once you get to dive into the underwater world, all your fears turn into delight.”
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.”
Walk Boracay’s seabed in a clear-air helmet, with guides, underwater photos, videos, and a simple 20-minute sea adventure.
“It is a brief excursion but well worth it, I was nervous at first but they discuss thoroughly and there is plenty staff/divers around so I felt safe. Loved the experience and can see crystal clear!”
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”
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”
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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