TUBBATAHA, PHILIPPINES

Atlantis Puerto Galera Resort

The first part of our trip will be a 5 night stay at the luxurious Puerto Galera Resort. Puerto Galera is well known for its numerous scuba diving sites and has some of the most diverse coral reef diving in Asia, located at the very heart of the “Coral Triangle”. The area also features numerous pocket beaches and stunning tropical scenery. More recently, in 2005, Puerto Galera hit the international tourism limelight when it was given “The Most Beautiful Bay in the World” award by UNESCO, only the third bay in Southeast Asia to receive this prestigious rating. Declared a reservation area in 1973, Puerto Galera lies on the northern tip of the island of Oriental Mindoro, approximately 110 km south of Manila. Most of the prime diving spots are located in Sabang, one of Puerto Galera’s twelve coastal districts. Mindoro Island is separated from Luzon by the Verde Island Passage. Waters are flushed by the current of the West Philippine Sea, claimed by many to be the center of marine biodiversity in Asia. This is resulting in strong currents making the area well known for its spectacular and exhilarating drift dives. Puerto Galera also boasts over 180 species of nudibranch as well as numerous fish and turtle species, making it a prime destination for underwater photography. Behind the beautiful beaches are the huge and generally unexplored mountain ranges of central Mindoro.

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Azores Liveaboard in Tubbataha Reef

During the second part of our trip, you will find yourself in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Welcome to Tubbataha! Tubbataha Reef is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and only accessible by liveaboard 3 months of the year. We will embark on this liveaboard from Puerto Galera Resort. Tubbataha is located in the Sulu Sea, at the very center of the Coral Triangle between Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Rarely visited due to its location and status as a marine preserve, Tubbataha is made up of two reefs, simply referred to as the North and South Reefs. They both enclose a sandy lagoon. In the southern tip is an islet with a lighthouse. This is used as a rookery for birds and is frequented by turtles. Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is home to no less than 573 species of fish, 373 species of corals, 11 species of sharks, 12 species of dolphins and whales, nestling hawksbill and green sea turtles.

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Included:

• 5 nights at Atlantis Puerta Galera Resort

  • Accommodation in a deluxe room (based on double occupancy or twin share)

  • Verde Island Diving Day Trip

  • All meals at Toko’s Restaurant (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

  • Coffee, tea, and filtered water are available during restaurant’s operating hours 6am-9:30pm (Italian and specialty coffees are not included after breakfast)

  • Unlimited internet access

  • Unlimited scheduled boat diving (up to 5 dives per day including night diving)

  • FREE enriched air (nitrox)

  • Tourist tax and Sanctuary fees

  • All ground transfers within the Philippines

• 7 nights on Atlantis Azores Tubbataha Liveaboard  

  • Accommodation chosen (based on double occupancy or twin share)

  • All meals and snacks

  • Complimentary local soft drinks, beer, and social servings of wine

  • All diving (up to 5 dives per day)

  • Use of luxury lounge, deck, and tv areas

  • FREE enriched air (nitrox)

Not Included:

• Return flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Manila (MNL) - FLIGHT SCHEDULE: May 20-June 3, 2023 (June 3rd return no earlier than 4pm)

• Return flights from Manila to Puerto Princessa (approx. $270 USD)

• Marine park fee for liveaboard portion of the trip ($120 USD)

• Trip interruption or cancellation insurance (highly recommended)

• DAN Diver Insurance (highly recommended)

• Travel Insurance (highly recommended)

• Gratuities to dive guides

• Scuba courses

• Scuba equipment (other than tanks and weights)
   

Deposit: $1000 CAD
 

We highly recommend DAN Insurance.

Documentation: Valid passport for at least 6 months prior to the date of return.