Given the number of things to see while you are diving, one lifetime is not enough to see them all. Luckily, we have the Philippine Islands that put many of life's more exotic creatures in one place. Leaf fish, swimming crinoids, lionfish, flying gurnards, and many more of the most unusual animals are all gathered together in one place. Diving from the pangas is the easiest way to go! If you wish to try to grow gills, you can make up to five dives per day. 

Stellar muck diving with one-of-a-kind black volcanic sand, sloping reefs, and coral gardens. Unique artificial structures are located along the coastline of Dauin, providing easy access to the top dive sites in this region. Critter life and muck diving are what characterize Dumaguete; however, this destination also has stunning reefs and passing pelagics, including barracuda, sea turtles, sea snakes, schooling snappers, and jacks. Here, you can expect to find flamboyant cuttlefish, frogfish, blue-ringed octopus, Mototi and coconut octopus, seahorses, flasher wrasse, ghost pipefish, nudibranch, and soft coral crabs, among many other species. 

The resort itself is set in a small diving community with plenty of opportunity to see the day-to-day life in the Philippines. The resort's premier dive staff guides you on unforgettable dives, whether you are a novice or a pro. Bring your camera and a smile and prepare to be dazzled. 

Click here for the Dumaguete Know Before You Go.

Also consider beginning your tropical scuba diving adventure one week earlier at the Atlantis Puerto Galera Resort or to Visayas aboard the Atlantis Infiniti!

This trip is kid-friendly! Enjoy peace of mind knowing that your kids will be having just as much fun as you are on your family vacation. This resort features a kids’ camp packed with games and activities for your little ones. Between kids camps and nanny services, we’ve got your non-divers covered while you explore the reefs. 

This location is also suitable for younger or newer divers seeking warm, clear waters for easy diving. This is a perfect trip for divers in our SSI Explorers program. Explorers ages ten and up are welcome to complete their SSI Junior Open Water Diver certification here with our very own instructors. This takes the difficulty of cold California waters out of the equation, encouraging a lifelong passion for scuba diving. Watch as your kids experience warm, colorful reefs, share their joy seeing their first sea turtle, and dive without all the restrictions of cold water suits. This is an adventure they will talk about for years to come!  

Apo Island

To date, Apo Island is one of the most successful conservation stories in the Philippines. Apo Marine Sanctuary was one of the first marine sanctuaries in the Philippines with a maximum of only 15 divers allowed at a time. As a ‘no fishing zone’ it promotes & helps the regeneration of the fish stock. This site is world famous among dive enthusiasts as the clown fish capital of the world. Expect a vibrant underwater landscape, high biodiversity, a myriad of reef fishes and curious sea turtles.

San Miguel Reef

Great coral formation right next to an awesome muck site. Rare nudibranchs like sheep nudibranchs and seahorses abound this area as well as a variety of frogfishes and a promise of octopuses. Also seen here are sea kraits, many other nudibranch species, whip gobies, various crabs and shrimp, it's basically a macro haven!

Sahara Reef

A sloping reef dive site that can be a nice drift dive with the right tide. Lots of reef fish hang out here and green sea turtles are commonly seen in the sea grass. There are a few coral heads; moray eels can be found here with some beautiful scarlet cleaner shrimp. 

Atlantis House Reef

Located directly in front of Atlantis Dive Resort, the Atlantis House Reef is a combination of sandy areas, artificial reefs, coral reefs, and seagrass beds. Turtles, blue-spotted stingrays, cuttlefish, and lots of other critters can be regularly found here.

Punta

The very first marine protected area in Dauin, it is a favorite dive site due to its proximity to the resort and gentle slopes. This is macro diving at its best. Expect to see schools of anthias, damsel fish, frogfish, ghost pipefish, snappers, barracuda, and crabs.

Dauin Norte

A sandy, sloping dive site with mooring blocks where we can find ghost pipefish, frogfish, different species of shrimp, crabs, nudibranchs and much more. 

Their dedicated beachfront dive resort incorporates 44 rooms  built around a lush tropical garden and a waterfront restaurant. Atlantis Dive Resort Dumaguete has all the amenities to create a dive vacation of a lifetime! Indulge yourself in any one of a number of services or experiences to make your dive vacation complete. Whether it’s shopping for native gifts, pampering yourself with a massage or pedicure, or just relaxing with a cocktail by the pool, their courteous staff will ensure your every whim is catered to.    

Here is a beautiful Video of the Atlantis Resort and the lush reefs of Dumaguete.   

Dumaguete Resort November 8-15, 2025 – Resort Only

Philippines  105 07NOV San Francisco to Manila   Depart  1100P  Arrive   400A 08NOV

Philippines 2545 08NOV Manila to Dumaguete          Depart    840A Arrive  1000A

Philippines 2545 15NOV Manila to Dumaguete          Depart    840A Arrive  1000A

NOTE: The longer layover in Manila will allow for a city tour or a relaxing day room.

Philippines  104 15NOV Manila to San Francisco   Depart  955P  Arrive   745P

Please contact Deby with Aggressor Travel to secure your airfare. She can be reached at 800.348.2628 or 706-434-8158 but she is on the east coast so please call her in the morning. Have your passport details in front of you when you call or eMail her at Deby@Aggressor.com. Approximate airfare is listed per itinerary for a rate that includes the appropriate baggage allowance acceptable for Scuba Divers and our equipment. 

For all travelers joining us on international dive trips we recommend DiveAssure for dive accident insurance and travel insurance. Dive accident insurance can protect you in the event of a dive-related injury and is strongly recommended for all of our guests. Travel insurance can protect you in the event of an unexpected trip cancellation or trip interruption and can also cover lost or damaged luggage expenses, unexpected itinerary changes and more. 

Atlantis Resorts and Liveaboards will request you to complete an on-line registration form. Please use your Legal Name just as it appears on your Passport as this is required if Atlantis is going to book your Domestic flights within the Philippines. This detailed information will help speed up the check-in process and better prepare for any dietary and other needs you might have. Please register individually online.  

The form will ask for your reservation booking number, and it is "Dolphin Scuba".

Click here for the Atlantis Registration Form. 

  To set up an account or change your Dolphin Travel password just go to www.WETravel.com. Click on "Sign In" and enter the email you used to book the trip and send yourself a "Set Password" email. Go to your email inbox to find the latest email that will help you set a password. You will be able to manage all of your Dolphin trips and adventures under one account.    

 Each participant is required to complete a Release of Liability waiver. You will find the waiver within your WETravel account and we ask that you do so at your earliest convenience. It's simple and easy to do:

1. Select “My Trips” 
2. On the left hand side, select "Trips I've Joined"
3. Look for the relevant trip title
4. Select “Manage Booking”
5. In the bottom of the right column you will see “eSignature”
6. Select “View and Sign Document”
7. Select “Start” 
8. As you read the document, “Initial” if prompted
9. At the end of the document fill out the “Signature” 

For those with multiple participants on the same booking, or if you are having difficulties signing your trip release, please click here:
Dolphin Scuba Trip Release of Liability

Please ensure that you select the correct trip & trip dates from the drop down arrow at the bottom of the form. You will find this selection after signing and filling out your personal information.

The above form sufficiently takes place of the WETravel waiver. Note that every participant, not just the primary participant on the booking, is required to sign. Any participant that has not signed the waiver will not be able to participate in trip activities. 

Arrive to Negros and meet your transfer driver at the airport, who will transfer you to the Atlantis Dumaguete resort. Check in at the resort, enjoy lunch, then attend a dive briefing at the dive center before heading out for one or two afternoon dives.

 ●  Local Dives at 8:30am, 10:30am, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm.  Night dives are available every day. (Weather permitting) 

 ●  Small groups of no more than 6 people.

 ●  Most dive spots are within ten minutes of the resort.

 ●  Private dives are available.

 ●  Day Trips to Apo Island, Siquijor, Oslob and Sumilon.

After breakfast, make your way back to the airport to begin the journey home.