Experience some of the World's Best Tropical Reef Scuba Diving- in Puerto Galera, Philippines!

With over 40 Dive Sites just a short boat ride from our resort, you will be spoiled for choice, diving in some of the most biodiverse bodies of water on earth, abundant with vibrant and majestic Marine Life!

The "Center of the Center of Marine Shorefish Biodiversity"

Puerto Galera is situated on the Verde Island Passage, the strait that separates the islands of Luzon and Mindoro in the Philippines, connecting the South China Sea with the Tayabas Bay and the Sibuyan Sea beyond.

A team of marine conservationists declared in 2006 that the Philippines is the Center of Marine Biodiversity in the world and Verde Island Passage as the "Center of the Center of Marine Shorefish Biodiversity"

Many threatened species which include sea turtles like hawksbills, olive ridleys, and green turtles; humphead wrasses, giant groupers and giant clams thrive in the Verde Island Passage.

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Over 40 Dive Sites, to suit All Diving Levels

Puerto Galera is surrounded by beautiful coral reefs that are teeming with an astonishing variety of colorful marine life, offering over 40 dive sites to suit all Diving skill levels and interests. The water temperature averages around 29°C / 84°F and you can expect excellent visibility.

The dive sites of Puerto Galera offer reef walls, coral fields, muck dives, caves, high-adrenaline drift dives and even shipwrecks! Truly something for everyone! The vast majority of the dive sites are suitable for divers with an Open Water Diver certificate, but there are many adventure opportunities for more skilled and experienced divers, as well as Tech Divers!

Our Dive Team have decades of experience under their belt, and are extremely knowledgeable about each and every dive site. They will guide you through the incredible underwater world of Puerto Galera, ensuring your safety and comfort every step of the way.

Dive Sites Map

Click on red icons to see details about the most popular dive sites.

The Blue icon is Cambell's Beach Resort

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Diving and Equipment Rental Rates

Fun Dives start from early in the morning, running throughout the day, and you can also avail of our Night Dives, Blackwater Dives and Bonfire Dives! We also offer full-day group dive trips to the famous Verde Island!

Recreational Fun Dives

Individual Dives - $38 per dive | 10% Discount on package of 10 or more dives

Night Dives, Blackwater Dives & Bonfire Dives

Night Dives: $53 per dive/ Minimum of 2 divers. If you wish to night dive alone, you are required to pay for 2 divers
Blackwater Dives: $38 per diver plus Blackwater fees: 1 diver - $100 l 2 divers - $50 each | 3+ divers - $38 each
Bonfire Dives: $38 per diver plus Bonfire fees: 1 diver - $60 l 2 divers - $30 each | 3+ divers - $20 each

Nitrox Dives

For certified Nitrox Divers - an additional $7 per dive on top of your regular dive fee. Unlimited Nitrox Dive Packages available.

Tech Diving

There are over 15 dive sites suitable for a variety of technical dives. We do not provide any tech diving equipment as standard, but we are 'Rebreather-friendly'. Please contact us to inquire about your tech diving needs.

Full Equipment Rental - $15 per day

BCD
Regulator
Wetsuit
Dive Weights
Mask
Fins

Additional Equipment Rental

Dive Light - $8 per day
Dive Computer- $10 per day
Lefeet Underwater Scooters - $35 per dive. Battery typically lasts up to 2 dives

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Superbly Well-equipped Dive Center

Dive Center Amenities and Operations

Our Dive Center has a dedicated training pool for confined water scuba training sessions, and a spacious area for dive prep, personal gear storage for up to 75 divers, rinse tanks and gear drying.

We have two large covered outrigger boats and two covered speedboats for diving operations. The boats are designed for easy back-roll entry, and gear removal before exiting the water. All boats are equipped with first aid kits, oxygen and spare dive equipment.

Underwater Photography

Our fully air-conditioned Camera Room has everything an underwater photographer could desire for preparation, maintenance and disassembly of their precious equipment: dedicated lighting, low pressure air hoses, individual charging stations, and CCTV protection.

Underwater Scooters

We have two models of the compact and powerful LEFEET Underwater Scooters available for divers to rent. These amazing scooters are perfect for exploring big dive sites while conserving oxygen, or great fun if you just want to zip around like a dolphin!

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Verde Island Day Trips

Verde Island is popularly regarded as being the Scuba Diving highlight of Puerto Galera. Located right in the center of the Verde Island Passage , its popularity is owed to its clear waters and renowned biodiversity of marine life. The area is famous among scuba divers and snorkelers worldwide; especially sites like the Verde Island Drop-Off.

During the one hour outrigger boat ride to Verde Island you can enjoy the beautiful views of the Mindoro coastline and maybe even see some dolphins frolicking in the channel. It’s typically a full day out, and lunch is provided, but make sure to pack your towels, sunglasses and sun lotion!

Please note: Strong currents may be encountered at Verde Island, and it is recommended for divers with Advanced Open Water Qualifications or above.

The morning is spent exploring "The Drop -Off" - one of the Philippines most famous dive sites. The area is home to an astounding quantity of tiny Orange Anthias that feed in the nutrient rich currents. Diving along the wall, keep your eyes peeled for Giant Frog Fish, Eels of all varieties, Nudibranchs of every size shape and colur, and witness the soft Xenia Corals filtering the water for drifting plankton.

When you get to the outer edge of the pinnacle you are likely to find schools of Tuna, Wide-Mouth Mackeral, and Jacks drifting in the currents. On the reef you can encounter Hawksbill Turtles, Sweetlips, and an astonishing variety and quantity of colorful critters of all shapes and sizes, as well as Giant Sea Fans up to 3 meters wide! You should always keep you eyes peeled out into the blue, as Whale Sharks are known to make occasional appearances here!

After an exciting and tiring morning of such incredible diving, guests can enjoy a mouthwatering BBQ lunch on Verde Island featuring many local dishes including grilled fish and meat and fresh local fruits.