If there is one country that makes all divers dream, it is the Philippines! With incredible biodiversity, a great variety of dive sites, and an endless array of stay possibilities, the archipelago alone fulfills all immersion desires.
The 7,107 islands that make up the Philippines are located right in the heart of the Coral Triangle, this extremely rich area that concentrates the largest biodiversity in the world! And this abundance of life is reflected underwater in magnificent corals, both hard and soft, over 2,000 species of fish, a variety of encounters, ranging from macro (nudibranchs, pygmy seahorses…) to very large (manta rays, whale sharks, hammerhead sharks…), and multiple habitats (wrecks, walls, reefs, muck diving…) housing 80% of Southeast Asia’s fauna.
On vacation, safari, or cruise, choose a specific destination or combine several islands according to your desires and diving level. Impressive spectacles, discreet dives, rare encounters, or varied explorations, all that’s left is for you to choose. There are hundreds of islands and sites that are worth a diving trip on their own, today we present you three: Tubbataha, Malapascua, and Moalboal!
Tubbataha, in the heart of the Coral Triangle
Protected for over 30 years, the Tubbataha atolls, far from everything in the middle of the Sulu Sea, have become a sanctuary: a marine reserve, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site, swept by omnipresent currents, housing a multitude of pelagic species and pristine coral reefs in perfect health. A true model of conservation, it enjoys strict protection, and very few divers have the privilege of enjoying this jewel…
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Malapascua, more than just the island of thresher sharks
The paradisiacal island gained worldwide fame thanks to the presence of thresher sharks, and the Monad Shoal site has undoubtedly become now the most famous in the Philippines. But Malapascua’s underwater world is not limited to big sharks, far from it! You can encounter rare and astonishing species there, in unique underwater landscapes…
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Moalboal, authentic Philippines
This small fishing village located on the west coast of Cebu Island has made a name for itself in recent years due to the presence of a large school of sardines that has made its home in its waters. But the seabed here is full of many other treasures, and the land-based stay will leave a mark with its authenticity and the warmth of its inhabitants…
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practical information
Getting there : arrival at Manila or Cebu airport (recommended, smaller and easier for transfers), with many airlines (Cathay Pacific, Emirates…) then domestic flight with Philippine airlines to reach your chosen destination.Language : Filipino is the official language but English is understood and spoken everywhere.Currency : the Philippine peso 1 EUR = 59 PHP.Formalities : passport valid at least 6 months after the return date. No visa for stays under 3 weeks.Covid-19 : since May 30, 2022, le the Philippine government no longer requires a COVID-19 test before departure for fully vaccinated passengers.
Time difference : + 7 hours in winter, + 6 hours in summer.Water temperature : between 25 and 28°C.