Philippines · SCUBA DIVING
The 15 best scuba diving you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Helmet reef walk in Boracay, about 10 feet down for 15 minutes, plus free photos and video. Guided by certified PADI instructors.
“Because I have an eye condition, I can’t dive or snorkle with a regular mask. With the diving helmet I can! It was fantastic, not in the least thanks to the excellent crew who’s with you every step of the way. Thank you guys so much!”
Beach-based Cebu scuba intro in Mactan with patient instructors, free GoPro photos and videos, and a good chance at sardines and sea turtles.
“Oneil was very informative & made sure we had a great experience underwater! First time diving and would do it again! Pictures & video were awesome too!”
WaterColors on Boracay White Beach teaches first-time scuba skills with a PADI pro, two water sessions, full gear, and a short boat ride. $75.
“I would do this again in a heartbeat and would absolutely recommend to friends & family! In fact, we went to lunch right after and met a fellow traveler and did recommend it!”
Beginner intro to scuba in Boracay with guided training, up-close coral and fish, boat transfer, included photos, and a completion certificate.
“We absolutely loved this experience. The friend I did it with isn't a confident swimmer and Richie did an incredible job making her feel safe throughout. Kai's instructions before we started the dive were super clear. Definitely recommend this. The photos and videos were also really cool. Great value.”
Easy, fun scuba day in El Nido with Submariner: three underwater sessions, all gear, meals and drinks, plus relaxing time onboard.
“A most qualified team that works together easily to make your tour an unforgettable one.”
Beach-entry scuba lesson in Mactan with step-by-step coaching, free underwater photos, and easy transport near Kontiki Marina. Beginner friendly.
“I have been all over the Philippines diving and this is the best operator by far and so much to see even if you never dived before! Kenji will go out his way to help and it’s cheaper than any other place”
Boracay island hopping with crystal kayak photo views and helmet diving reef walking, plus BBQ lunch and guided stops for about 6 hours.
“The whole trip was fantastic. Jessie was our guide, and he was brilliant. We loved everything on the trip”
First-time scuba course in Sibaltan near El Nido, with two water sessions at a manta cleaning station, small group, expert English guides.
“incroyable, alex est sur instructeur hors pair, c'est a peine la 2eme plongée de la vie et grace a lui je coche la case raie manta 😅 j'étais un peu stressé au début, il a tout de suite su me rassurer, et ma très bien expliquer la pratique, pour les touristes sur el nido, pas de panique ils assurent un conducteur en cas de besoin, mais je vous recommande d'avoir le votre 👍🏻 merci a toute l'équipe”
Try scuba in Boracay with a 2-hour beginner course, full gear, certified coaching, and underwater photos and video for $49.
“highly recommend this experience to anyone trying scuba diving for the first time. The instructors clearly explained all the details needed to complete the activity safely and were very patient during the practice portion. They made sure that you could 100% perform the basic skills to complete the activity comfortably and safely before moving on to the open water dive, showing how much they prioritize safety while still making the experience enjoyable.”
Get PADI Scuba Diver certified in Cebu in 2 days, with equipment and fees included, plus a stop by the Lapu Lapu Monument.
“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.”
Intro scuba experience in Mactan, Cebu: learn underwater breathing, practice in shallow water, then explore coral and tropical fish with an instructor.
“Very professional but also friendly. Lots to see. Nice boat team and Michael dive instructor very good.”
Try scuba in Boracay with PADI Discover Scuba, a guided skills session plus open-water swim, and included underwater photo 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”
From Cebu City, go early to Oslob for a scuba whale-shark swim with full gear and English instruction, plus a calmer water experience.
“Whale shark watching in Oslob starts early at 3am, but you should definitely go. There are many snorkeling tours, but there are a lot of people lined up to board the boat that goes out to sea, so you have to wait quite a while. And the surface of the sea is also full of people. However, with diving, you can enter directly from the beach without having to wait to enter, and the water is empty so you can move freely and see well. It's a little more expensive than snorkeling, but diving is definitely recommended. At Sumilon Island, we didn't dive, we went snorkeling. The drivers are very…”
A calm, small-group manta ray scuba day in Sibaltan near El Nido, with two sessions, gear, boat, and close manta cleaning-station action.
“Unvergessliches Erlebnis. Wir haben mehrere Mantas sehen dürfen. Der Guide übt seinen Job mit viel Passion aus. Wir hatten wirklich einen tollen Tag. Danke viel mals”
Two-day WaterColors PADI Scuba Diver course in Boracay: small group, gear and materials included, patient instructors, theory and open-water practice.
“Great experience with Jimmy! I was alone with him and it was really good! Took his time for me and showed everything very good before it was my time”
Pick the island first. The boat sorts itself out.
