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5-Day All-Inclusive Cebu Island Diving Package Fun Dives at Crimson Mactan Resort
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Tour starts
Mactan, Philippines
Starting time
at 15:00
Duration
5 days
Ending place
Mactan, Philippines
Languages:
English
Difficulty:
Easy
Available:
All year
Minimum age:
15 years old
Description
Discover the best diving spots in Cebu and witness a wide variety of marine species with this 5-Day All-Inclusive Fun Dives tour package with accommodation at Crimson Mactan Resort. If you are a beach lover and diving enthusiast, this trip is perfect for you.
This hassle-free diving package includes the service of a divemaster or dive guide, tanks, weights, sanctuary fees, docking fees, and special discounted rates for gear rental.
Your PADI-certified instructor will accompany you throughout your open water dives. To sign up, you must be at least 10 years old and in good physical health. You should also bring your open water dive certificate with you.
You need to attend a short briefing session before proceeding to your actual dives. Your instructor will discuss how to prepare the equipment and what to expect during the trip. Make sure to listen carefully and take important notes.
Cebu boasts world-class diving spots in the Visayas region. One of the must-see destinations in Cebu is Mactan Island. Expect to see a wide array of exotic fishes and colorful coral gardens as the island is known for its abundant marine sanctuaries. Mactan is also home to luxurious resorts, white-sand beaches, and other scenic seaside attractions.
Your Cebu itinerary includes some of the stunning marine sanctuaries in Mactan Island. You will have the opportunity to explore Cebu’s best diving spots, including Talima Sanctuary, Baring Dive Site, Hilutungan Island Marine Sanctuary, and Nalusuan Island. Don’t miss out on the chance to spot barracudas, nudibranchs, and colorful exotic fishes.
Visit Cebu’s breathtaking dive sites when you book this 5-Day All-Inclusive Cebu Fun Dives package. Make the most of your stay while indulging at Crimson Mactan Resort. Check availability by choosing a date.
Included
4 nights accommodation at Crimson Mactan - Deluxe Room
Full Board Meals
Tanks and Dives
Service of a Dive Master or Dive Guide
Sanctuary Fees and Docking Fees
Activities
Diving
Hotel + Transfers
Daily itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 - Day 1: Check-in + Orientation
Upon arrival, you will check-in at Crimson Mactan Resort, where you will be staying for 5 days and 4 nights. At 3 PM, you will attend an orientation for the course briefing session.
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Crimson Mactan Resort is a 5-star beach resort that offers the best view of Mactan Island and its pristine seascape. It features luxurious amenities, including 40 villas with individual plunge pools, an outdoor jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room.
The resort also boasts its own marine sanctuary and private beach area. You can also take a refreshing dip into the 4-feet deep infinity pool with water aerobics.
Day 2
Day 2 - Day 2: Talima and Baring Dives
On Day 2, you will take an early breakfast at 7 AM. Afterward, you will gear up and get your scuba diving equipment ready for your back-to-back boat dives at 9 AM.
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You will visit two of the best diving spots within the Olango group of islands, home to the deepest wall dives in the Visayas.
Your 1st destination is the Talima Marine Sanctuary, a protected dive site that shelters clownfishes, sea horses, and triggerfishes. Up next is Baring Dive Site, where you can spot thresher sharks.
You can take an optional 3rd dive to see hidden creatures at night.
Day 3
Day 3 - Day 3: Hilutungan and Nalusuan Dives
At 7 AM, you will take your complimentary breakfast at the resort. Then, you will have an early departure at 9 AM for your 3rd and 4th boat dives.
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Your first diving destination is the Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary, featuring clear and calm waters with visibility of up to 35 meters deep. It has a more vibrant and colorful topography perfect for taking underwater pictures.
Up next is Nalusuan Island, a marine protected dive site with stingrays, barracudas, and sea turtles that inhabit the area.
Lastly, you may also opt for an optional night dive before heading back to the resort.
Day 4
Day 4 - Day 4: San Vicente and Mactan Dives
On Day 4, you will take an early breakfast to get you energized throughout the day. Afterward, you will leave at 9 AM for your 5th and 6th boat dives.
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You will take your first fun dive at San Vicente Marine Sanctuary, an environmental project under the jurisdiction of Lapu-Lapu City. It has a 500-meter bamboo bridge surrounded by mangroves.
This bountiful marine sanctuary boasts extensive coral reefs. You can even sign up for the fish feeding activity.
Your 2nd fun dive for this day will take place at Mactan Island. You will explore steep slopes and spectacular underwater caves.
Day 5
Day 5 - Day 5: Departure
Cap off your vacation and take a last-minute stroll around the scenic sights and nearby attractions in Mactan. Before checking out of the resort, you can still lounge on the private beach, take some photos, and look for souvenirs that you can bring to your friends and family back home.
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What to bring
Vaccination Card
Valid ID
Scuba Gears
Good to know
BOOKING INFORMATION - Upon booking, please expect an email from booking@guidetothephilippines.ph for the voucher, reminder, and next steps.
HOTEL - Standard check-in time is 1400H and check out time is at 1200H. Requests for early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability.
DIVE - Dive Schedules are subject to change depending on the weather.
TRAVEL GUIDELINES - This tour is subject to community guidelines mandated by the Philippine Government and Local Government Units. Travel requirements are subject to change.