Philippines · DIVING TRIPS IN CEBU
Here are 11 diving trips in Cebu worth the money, with what each costs, what the boat or van actually stops for, and the detail that decides between two that look identical.
Explore Cebu’s sardines, turtles, and coral with patient instructors, free GoPro images, equipment, and Mactan hotel transfers.
“This was an amazing dive experience! From the very detailed briefing to the actual dive. The instructors, Kenichi & Oniel, were really great — super patient and made me feel safe and comfortable the whole time. I had such an incredible time! Couldn’t recommend this more 🤩”
Review of Cebu’s beginner-friendly Mactan scuba experience, with beach access, sardines, turtles, free photos, transport, and practical tips.
“If possible bring your aqua shoes and swimsuit also preferable. Do not wear any jewelry. And just relay on instructors. They are the best of the best😊”
Review of Cebu’s two-day PADI Scuba Diver Course at Shangri-La Mactan, with pricing, training limits, inclusions, tips, and booking advice.
“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.”
Try scuba in Cebu with pool training, coral reefs, full gear, and a 40-minute underwater session at Mactan Island.
“Great team of professionals organised everything and we had the most amazing time. The photos that Michael shared with us were simply amazing. Thanks for the amazing day.”
Swim with Oslob whale sharks on a private Cebu trip with scuba gear, an instructor, hotel transport, and a 30 to 40 minute sea session.
“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…”
Review of Cebu’s Moalboal sardine swim and turtle snorkel, with practical advice on value, transport, sea conditions, gear, and who should go.
“Wspaniały czas. Byliśmy tylko we 2 więc jak prywatna wycieczka . Nasz kierowca był super dziękujemy 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Nurkowania na wyspie oraz przy brzegu z sardynkami są wspaniałe 🙌🙌🙌 Mega polecamy również miasteczko 😉”
Review of Moalboal’s sardine run and Pescador snorkeling, with safety advice, itinerary details, value, transport tips, and who should book.
“The equipment was proper, the dives were nice. The guides spoke little English but with diving language and signs we got properly enough by.”
Review of Oslob whale shark scuba diving and Sumilon Sanctuary, with practical details on marine life, price, transport, and what to expect.
“Did this tour yesterday, got picked up from my hotel which was helpful. everyone organising the tour/driving and the dive shops used where very friendly. definitely recommend. Saw whale sharks, turtles and a couple of smaller reef sharks and marine life. Thanks guys :)”
Review of Nalu Dive’s Olango Island scuba tour from Mactan, with two boat outings, photos, gear, pricing, timing, and practical tips.
“close to water front, very close even with diving geers on back.”
Explore Moalboal’s sardine run, Pescador Island, coral reefs, and turtles with two guided scuba sessions, gear, meals, and transfers.
“It was a great trip where we saw millions of sardines, sea turtles, and all the fish in Finding Nemo.”
Review of Moalboal’s private scuba trip, with coral reefs, turtles, sardine runs, hotel transfers, costs, tips, and practical booking advice.
“Jason and his wife were extremely nice and friendly. I really enjoyed their company. I asked them to stop at different shops from and to my hotel and they were very nice to get me there and help me shop. The scuba diving is beyond amazing, there are so many fascinating creatures. The turtles are especially very cute and not scared of humans. Over all I had a wonderful experience and having jason and his wife as my guides made it even more special ❤️”
