scuba diving in the philippines
2006-09-20 19:53:27 · 19 answers · asked by red121shark 1 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Philippines
Philippines has one of the greatest dive sites, owing to it being an island nation. You have several to choose from: Palawan (lots of islands), Sorsogon, Puerto Galera, Boracay, and Batangas.
2006-09-20 20:12:10 · answer #1 · answered by Laika 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
just to add to what everyone else said...In Anilao, Batangas (nearest to Manila), the dive sites aren't that spectacular, it tends to be murky around this time of year. Tubattaha reef is great but because it's a UNESCO protected site, access may be limited. If wreck diving is your thing, you can try Subic. Generally, I'd say the best dive sites are in Palawan...
The Philippines has one of the most diverse underwater ecosystems in the world. Once you get here, you can ask other divers to tell you where to go in case you're looking for something in particular...like swimming with Whale Sharks in Donsol.
Enjoy the Islands!
2006-09-21 03:54:59 · answer #2 · answered by spindoccc 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The diving sites in the Philippines are magnificent! I would say that the best site is somewhere in the Calamian islands in Palawan. There are a number of sunken WWII ships apart from the rich marine life the place has to offer. Beautiful, i tell you!
2006-09-21 22:43:11 · answer #3 · answered by nanuh 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Diving in the Philippines is the best. The overall picture is different. Example is that Anilao is great diving, but sucks for everything else. Puerto Galera has the best diving combined with nightlife I think. If you are out for pure diving, you need to specify if you are interested in Corals, Wrecks, Marine Life, etc.....
You can find everything here
2006-09-21 09:25:21 · answer #4 · answered by Sanmigsean 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scuba diving is best here.. there are a lot of best dive sites that you can go to like Tubbataha Reef in Palawan (its a UNESCO site,) Puerto Galera in Mindoro, Anilao in Batangas, Balicasag Island In Bohol, and so many others, you can do wreck diving or just fun dive and discover the marine biodiversity.
2006-09-21 03:12:14 · answer #5 · answered by bluecross0924 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
El Nido Resorts in Palawan was reviewed by Conde Nast Traveler magazine.... Plus you get to go island hopping and they have 4 and 5 star service available. very few tourists the corals are pristine. The hotel charters a plane out of Manila and you take a long boat ride to the resort.
"Sister properties on Miniloc and Lagen islands, these two resorts have taken a leading role in protecting the area's greatest assets—its coral reef and marine and forest habitats—by helping to secure governmental protection, collaborating on scientific studies, and planning low-impact development and activities. Every staff member, from gardener to dive guide, has taken classes in ecology, geology, and history. Miniloc, which is in a cove bordered by limestone cliffs, attracts families with kayaking in two lagoons and snorkeling among manta rays, clown fish, and dugongs along natural and ceramic reefs (the latter rehabilitate coral damaged by dynamite fishing). Jungle-fringed Lagen has a more serene, laid-back feel and a spa. Both resorts offer mangrove tours, hiking, and private-island picnics (63-2-894-5644; elnidoresorts.com; doubles, $224–$285, all-inclusive)."
2006-09-21 09:59:27 · answer #6 · answered by jercha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best place here in the Philippines to go to scuba diving is in palawan especially the tubbataba reef near palawan.
2006-09-21 08:36:54 · answer #7 · answered by oh_yeah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Philippines is an archipelago (surrounded by water). Due to this, there hundreds of places to choose from. But, you have to consider the peace and order situation of the localities you are planning to visit, especially in Mindanao area, where groups of armed men are taking kidnap for ransom as their main business. To give you a tip, you can visit the hundred island in Pangasinan, Palawan, Anilao in Batangas and Dakak in Zamboanga.
2006-09-21 22:03:22 · answer #8 · answered by Sam X9 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Palawan, they say, have the best diving spots, I havent tried it yet, we only went snorkling. But they also offer diving in Boracay. Try check out Puerto Princesa, Palawan (capital) and Coron Island, Palawan.
In Palawan, people are nice and friendly, and they speak english pretty well.
2006-09-21 11:51:36 · answer #9 · answered by Keepingmycool 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check out Anilao Batangas and Palawan. Phillippines is one of the best diving spot in the world. the coral reefs are the best. Try to check www.wowphillippines.com
2006-09-21 03:03:14 · answer #10 · answered by pink_so_me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋