Description
Tubbataha is one of the world's premier diving destinations and can only be visited via liveaboard for a short season. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this natural park in the heart of the Sulu Sea comprises the North Atoll, the South Atoll, and Jessie Beazley Reef, featuring vertical walls that drop to great depths and coral reefs in excellent condition.
The main attraction is the large pelagics: grey and white-tip sharks patrol the walls, mantas and eagle rays appear in the blue, and occasionally, hammerheads and whale sharks make an appearance. Additionally, there are turtles, Napoleon wrasse, schools of jacks, and barracudas, alongside opportunities for macro photography. The currents can be intense and variable, making this itinerary suitable for advanced divers with experience seeking large animal encounters in a remote and pristine environment.
Itinerary
Departure Day — Arrival in Puerto Princesa and Boarding
The journey begins in Puerto Princesa (PPS airport). The meeting point is the Hue Hotel at 12:30 PM, and boarding at Baywalk Pier at 1:00 PM, with transfers included. Before setting sail, a briefing from the Tubbataha Management Office and a Coast Guard inspection are mandatory. The crossing to the park takes between 12 and 16 hours, and there is no diving on the first day.
Philippine Siren
Included
International Flights
Hotel Night at Manila Airport (Holiday Inn or similar)
- Domestic Flights (Manila - Cebu or Manila - Puerto Princesa)
- Airport Transfers - Boat on Embarkation and Disembarkation Days
- Travel Insurance Scuba Safe
- Scuba Finders Backpack with T-shirt
- Printed Travel Documentation at Home
- 6 Nights of Accommodation on Board with Full Board and Shared Occupancy
- Up to 19 Dive Experiences with Tank, Weights, and Dive Guide
- Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks, and Water
Not included
- Marine park and port fees: 120 USD per person (payment on board)
- Fuel surcharge (payment on board)
- Diving equipment rental
- Nitrox
- Alcoholic beverages and specialty drinks
- Crew gratuities
- Everything not specified in 'Includes'
If you cancel more than 30 days before the trip starts: a penalty of 70% of the total amount will apply, which will be non-refundable.
If you cancel 30 days or less before the trip starts: 100% of the amount will be non-refundable.
These conditions apply regardless of whether you purchase special cancellation coverage or a cancellation waiver insurance. For greater flexibility and peace of mind, we recommend reviewing our Scuba Safe insurance options.