Explore Puerto Galera: An Epic Dive Vacation in the Philippines’ Marine Wonderland
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
11 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness needed to handle multiple daily dives and boat transfers
Overview
Discover a diving paradise in Puerto Galera, Philippines, with 36 boat dives over 11 days. Encounter vibrant marine life, from seahorses to sea turtles, plus unique night dives for an unforgettable underwater experience.
Puerto Galera, Philippines Dive Vacation
March 4 to 14, 2026 - $2299+/person
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About This Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable diving adventure in Puerto Galera, featuring 36 exhilarating boat dives over 11 days at Scandi Divers Resort. Encounter vibrant marine life, including nudibranchs, seahorses, and sea turtles, while enjoying gourmet meals and a relaxing massage. Enhance your experience with optional blackwater dives for a truly unique exploration.
Join us in Puerto Galera to experience the most breathtaking diving in the Philippines! We will spend 10 nights, 11 days at Scandi Divers Resort, enjoying 36 boat dives including a day trip to Verde Island. You can expect to see many types of nudibranch, seahorses, frogfish, stonefish, cuttlefish, sea turtles, and octopus. Pricing includes all meals, including three course lunch and dinner, a one hour massage, and round trip transfers to and from Manila. Additional dives, including blackwater dives are available - inquire with us to expand your package! Reach out to learn more about the trip.
Do you have unanswered questions about this trip? Call, text or email us at:
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Trip Cost
- Poolside Double: $2,299/person (Double or 2 twin beds)
- Poolside Single: $2,749/person (Double)
- Oceanfront Double: $2,799/person (Double or 2 twin beds)
- Oceanfront Single: $3,599/person (Double)
- Non-divers subtract $500 from room cost
$500 deposit due upon booking 30% trip balance due by September 1, 2025 Full balance due by November 1, 2025
Trip Cost Includes
- 11 day/10 night accommodations
- Airport/hotel transfers
- All meals, drinking water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee
- Tanks and weights
- 36 boat dives, including day trip to Verde Island
Trip Cost Does Not Include
- Airfare
- Personal dive equipment
- Gratuities
- Alcohol
- Trip cancellation and dive insurance
- Nitrox available for $180
- Equipment rental available (BCD, wetsuit, regulator, mask, fins)
Adventure Tips
Bring a dive logbook
Keeping a detailed log helps track dive sites and marine species, enhancing your underwater experience.
Hydrate before and after dives
Sea and sun can quickly dehydrate you; drink plenty of water to maintain energy levels.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect the fragile coral ecosystem by using sunscreens free of harmful chemicals.
Prepare for boat rides
Motion sickness can occur during boat transfers; bring medication if you’re prone to seasickness.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Philippine Sea Turtle
- Mandarinfish
History
Puerto Galera was declared a marine reserve in 1974, highlighting its longstanding conservation importance.
Conservation
Scandi Divers Resort actively practices sustainable diving and reef protection to mitigate environmental impact.
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Adventure Hotspots in Puerto Galera
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Underwater camera
Capture the vibrant marine life and dramatic underwater landscapes during your dive sessions.
Dive computer
Crucial for monitoring depth and decompression time to ensure safe diving practices.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects both your skin and the delicate coral reefs during surface intervals.
summer specific
Lightweight rash guard
Provides sun protection and prevents minor scrapes from underwater terrain.
summer specific