How do I get there?

Embarkation point is Mactan, Cebu, which you can reach with several airlines from Manila.

What is included in the Visayas Liveaboard Package?

Accommodations on board, unlimited no decompression diving, tanks, weights, weight belt, boat, services of a divemaster, fullboard meals, and complimentary tea, coffee, juice.

Days

8 days/7 nights (North & South Route combined) or 5 days/4 nights (North or South Route)

8 days/7 nights:
Suite A US $ 2000/person
Suite B US $ 1900/person
Deluxe US $ 1800/person

5 days/4 nights
Suite A US $ 1100/person
Suite B US $ 1000/person
Deluxe US $ 900/person

Schedule

Package Inclusions

• 8 days/7 nights or 5 days/4 nights aircon accommodation on board
• Full board meals
• No-decompression diving for 6 or 3 diving days (4 – 5 dives a day) including night diving
• Use of tanks, weights, weight belt, boat and services of a Divemaster

Package Exclusions

• Roundtrip domestic airtickets to Cebu
• Alcoholic drinks and sodas
• Equipment rental (complete gear US $ 90 for 8D/7N)
• Nitrox fills
• Dive and travel insurance
• Other incidental expenses

Additional Fees

• Park Fees US $ 75

How To Get There

Embarkation point is Mactan, Cebu. For flight details from Manila: www.cebupacificair.com

Day 5

Location: Apo Island

06.00    light Breakfast
07.00    Dive 1: Coconut Point
09.00    big Breakfast
10.00    Dive 2: Mamsa Point
12.00    Lunch
13.30    Dive 3: Sanctuary

Afternoon for exploring Apo Island

Day 6

Location:  Balicasag Island / Panglau

06.00    light Breakfast
07.00    Dive 1: Black Forest
09.00    big Breakfast
10.00    Dive 2: Divers Heaven
12.00    Lunch
13.30    Dive 3: Marine Sactuary
15.00    Snacks
16.00    Dive 4: Alona House Reef
18.00    Dinner
19.30    Night Dive: Alona House Reef

A Live-aboard cruise to the very best of the dive sites of the Visayan group of islands. Some of the Philippine’s most successful Marine Protected Areas found in Mactan, Dauin, Apo Island, Balicasag and Cabilao , Malapascua and Gato Island are on every diver’s must see list. Dive it now in the quiet comfort of the Borneo Explorer. Trips depart Mactan, Cebu on Thursday night and return early Monday morning.

From Mactan, Cebu the ship sails north to Malapascua, known for the Thresher Sharks, Mantas, the Gato Island Tunnel ( spectacular night dives)  and the Dona Marilyn Wreck.

The ship then sales down the western side of Cebu Island to Pescador/ Moal Boal. Beautiful overhangs, large gorgonians and sea fans decorate the walls surrounding Pescador Island.

From Pescador the ship embarks for Apo Island, one of the oldest and most successful marine sanctuaries in the country. Healthy reef formations, several large schools of jacks or big eyed trevally are common here. Night dive is done just of the beach at the Bahura resort and spa and guest will have a chance to look over the grounds, enjoy the pool if they so wish.

Final stop of the trip is Balicasag Island. Another well known sanctuary where barracudas, jacks and black coral trees hold fort.

Guests arrive back in Mactan Island on the 8^th day and are disembarked after breakfast at 8 am

Days

8 Days / 7 Nights

Package Cost

US $ 1900.00 / person

Schedule

Customized itinerary for extended days for Group Booking available

Package Inclusions

• 8 days/7 nights aircon accommodation on board
• Full board meals
• No decompression diving for 6 diving days (4 to 5 dives a day including night dive)
• Use of tanks, weights, weight belt, boat and services of a Divemaster

Package Exclusions

• Land transfers to/from Anilao (Anilao Outrigger Resort)
• Alcoholic drinks and sodas
• Equipment rental (complete gear US $90 for 8D/7N)
• Nitrox fills
• Dive and travel insurance
• Other incidental expenses

Additional Fees

• Apo Reef Conservation fee US $38.00/person

How To Get There

Embarkation point is the Anilao Outrigger Resort, Batangas.

Day 1

Arrival in Anilao Port
Board check-in
Dinner
21.00Departure for Apo Reef

Day 2

Location: Apo Reef

06.00    light Breakfast
07.00    Dive 1: South of Apo Reef
09.00    big Breakfast
10.00    Dive 2: North of Apo Reef
12.00    Lunch
13.30    Dive 3: South of Apo Reef
15.00    Snacks
16.00    Dive 4: Lighthouse
18.30    Sunset Dive : Apo Menor
19.30    Dinner

Day 3

Location: Apo Reef

06.00    light Breakfast
07.00    Dive 1: West of Apo Menor
09.00    big Breakfast
10.00    Dive 2: South of Apo Reef
12.00    Lunch
13.30    Dive 3: North of Apo Reef
15.00    Snacks
16.00    Dive 4: Lighthouse
18.30    Sunset Dive: Apo Menor
19.30    Dinner

Day 4

Location: Apo Reef

06.00    light Breakfast
07.00    Dive 1: South of Apo Reef
09.00    big Breakfast
10.00    Dive 2: North of Apo Reef
12.00    Lunch
13.30    Dive 3: South of Apo Reef
15.00    Snacks
16.00    Dive 4: South of Apo Reef
18.00    Dinner
19.30    Sail for Coron/Sangat Island

Day 5

Location: Coron

06.00    light Breakfast
07.00    Dive 1: Akitsushima Wreck
09.00    big Breakfast
10.00    Dive 2: Olympia Maru
12.00    Lunch
13.30    Dive 3: Kogyo Maru
15.00    Snacks
16.00    Dive 4: Tangat Gunboat Wreck
18.30     Sunset Dive: Sangat Housereef
19.30     Dinner

Day 6

Location: Coron

06.00    light Breakfast
07.00    Dive 1: Akitsushima Wreck
09.00    big Breakfast
10.00    Dive 2: Irako Maru
12.00    Lunch
13.30    Dive 3: Kogyo Maru
15.00    Snacks
16.00    Dive 4: Tangat Gunboat Wreck
18.30     Sunset Dive: Sangat Housereef
19.30     Dinner

Day 7

Location: Coron

06.00    light Breakfast
07.00    Dive 1: Gunthers Cathedral
09.00    big Breakfast
10.00    Dive 2: Siete Picados
12.00    Lunch
13.30    Dive 3: Barracuda Lake
15.00    Snacks
16.00    Sail for Anilao
18.30     Dinner

Day 8

Location: Anilao Port

Disembark at Anilao Outrigger Resort

Where is Apo Reef?

Apo Reef is located in Sablayan ,Occidental Mindoro, Philippines

When is the best time to go to Apo Reef?

Diving in Apo Reef is all year round from July to February

How do I get to Apo Reef?

Apo Reef Liveaboard boarding is in Batangas (to be advised).

How long does it take to go to Batangas? Can you arrange transfers going to Batangas?

From Manila, it is approximately 2 ½ hours going to Batangas. Yes, Cruise Island Adventure can help you arrange your land transfers.

What is included in the Apo Reef Liveaboard Package?

Accommodations on board, unlimited no decompression diving, tanks, weights, weight belt, boat, services of a divemaster, fullboard meals, and complimentary tea, coffee, juice.

How many dives they could do in one day?

Guests can do maximum of 4 Dives a Day plus 1 night dive (optional).

When should I arrive in Batangas for boarding?

Guests should arrive in the afternoon, boarding time is 0600pm.

What are the taxes or fees not included in the package?

The taxes that are not included in the package are the Apo Reef Conservation Fees which is US $35.00/person, gear rental, courses, drinks and souvenir items on board.

Do I need a Visa or Passport?

A valid passport is required. Visas are not required for tourists who will stay only for 21 days provided that they have an onward or return journey tickets and do not belong to restricted nationality. For long staying guests visas are required, you can apply to your nearest Philippine consulate.

How will I go onboard the Explorer Boat?

Upon arrival in the pier, our uniform Expedition Fleet staff will welcome you. It is also advisable to ask for the boat managers cellphone before boarding.

What is the weather in Philippines?

The Philippines is a tropical country with an average temperature of 32°C (80°F). March to June is hot and dry (36°C); rains and typhoons abound from July to October; November to February is pleasantly cool ( around 23°C) and dry.

Is there a night dive?

Yes there is, please take a look our sample itinerary.

Should I be an advanced dive?

Diving in Apo Reef is open to all Open Water Divers. An Advanced Open Water Diver Certification is a plus, since Apo Reef is a wall dive.

When is check-out time on the vessel?

The check-out time in the vessel is 0400pm on the last day.

What wet suit should I use in diving?

You could use a 3mm wetsuit all year round.

Is there a near re-compression chamber in Batangas?

Batangas Coast Guard
Batangas City, Philippines
Phone:             +63 (43) 723-4204

St. Patrick’s Hospital Medical, Center Lopez Jaena Street, Batangas City, Philippines
Contact Person: Dr. Michael Perez
Phone:             +63 (43) 723-8388
Phone:             +63 (43) 300-1929
Phone:             +63 (917) 536-2757
Phone:             +63 (918) 902-1108

Days

July to February: 5 days / 4 nights Liveaboard Package

Package Cost

US $ 970.00 / person

Schedule

Customized itinerary for extended days for Group Bookings available

Package Inclusions

• 5 days/4 nights aircon accommodation on board
• Full board meals
• No decompression diving for 3 diving days (4-5 dives a day) including night diving
• Use of tanks, weights, weight belt, boat and services of a Divemaster

Package Exclusions

• Land transfers to/from Anilao (Anilao Outrigger Resort)
• Alcoholic drinks and sodas
• Equipment rental (complete gear: US $ 45 for 3 days)
• Nitrox fills
• Dive and travel insurance
• Other incidental expenses

Additional Fees

• Apo Reef Conservation Fee US $ 38/person

How to Get There

Embarkation point is the Anilao Outrigger Resort in Batangas.