Philippines
The Philippines are a massive archipelago that snakes down the Pacific Ocean from the Tropic of Cancer almost to the Equator. This vast geography means that the islands enjoy a true tropical climate and warm water all year round. Always sunny, Scuba Travel is excited travel to trips to Cebu island and the neighbouring Visayas. Between them, these areas encompass some of the hottest diving. This is a dream destination and full of adventure. Virtually unknown to UK divers, Cebu is a secret paradise with miles of isolated coastline with an emphasis on customer service and unparalleled diving. Or why not try a liveaboard and journey around the thousands of undiscovered islands and reef tops. There is a vast array of activities to hand for diver and non divers so each day the Philippines brings something new to explore, marvel at and enjoy.
The water warm year round makes diving in the Philippines ideal at any time of the year. Filled with dramatic drop offs, deep water pinnacles and overflowing with reef life, the diving here is truly memorable. The Philippines boasts famous locations such as Pescador, Malapascua, Leyte and Bohol . The surrounding waters are rich in nutrients and currents, which are the breeding grounds for some of the world’s most unique creatures. Pygmy seahorses, mandarin fish, frog fish, ghost pipefish – these are just some of the macro marvels that the diving in the Philippines can offer. Giant swirls of sardines twist and turn at Pescador and Malapsqua is one of the few places you can find thresher sharks. There are even war wrecks in Coron, the sister ships of Truk Lagoon's famous fleet. And with passing whalesharks and hammerheads in the Visayas, why look anywhere else.