Atlantis Resorts

Escape to the Enchanting Depths of the Philippines

Prepare yourself for an unparalleled diving experience as we invite you to explore the captivating underwater world of the Philippines. This exclusive dive trip not only promises the allure of vibrant reefs and marine diversity but also offers you the chance to explore some of the most coveted dive sites globally. 

Your Retreat Awaits: Atlantis Dive Resorts

Atlantis Puerto Galera: Begin your adventure at the stunning Atlantis Puerto Galera, nestled on the serene shores of Sabang Beach. This resort is a diver's paradise, renowned for its luxurious accommodations and top-notch amenities. With easy access to over 30 dive sites, including the famous Verde Island, you'll be immersed in crystal-clear waters teeming with life. Puerto Galera is your gateway to rich marine biodiversity, where you'll discover everything from mesmerizing corals to bustling schools of tropical fish.

Atlantis Dumaguete: Continue your journey at Atlantis Dumaguete, situated along the tranquil coastline of Dauin. This resort offers exquisite comfort and a gateway to some of the world's most diverse dive sites. Dumaguete is a launchpad for spectacular adventures, including the iconic Apo Island. Known for its vibrant coral gardens and sea turtles, Apo Island promises unforgettable encounters with the ocean's wonders. Dive into an underwater world alive with color and life, where each dive reveals new marvels.

Must-Experience Excursions

-Verde Island: Just a boat ride away from Puerto Galera, Verde Island is a diver's dream. Renowned for its stunning drop-offs and flourishing marine life, this site is often referred to as the "Center of Marine Biodiversity" in the world. With steep coral-covered walls and rare aquatic species, every dive here is a kaleidoscopic experience.

- Apo Island: From Dumaguete, set out for Apo Island, a sanctuary celebrated for its thriving ecosystem and playful sea turtles. Glide alongside these gentle creatures and immerse yourself in the island's rich coral gardens, where a myriad of colorful fish invite you to explore.

- Oslob Whale Shark Snorkel: For an awe-inspiring encounter, a short trip from Dumaguete takes you to Oslob. Known for its whale shark population, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to snorkel alongside these gentle giants. Witnessing their grace and majesty up close is an experience that will linger in your memory forever.

Why This Trip is Unmissable

- World-Class Diving: Dive into the heart of marine paradise, where every site offers a unique spectacle of underwater life.

- Luxury and Comfort: Enjoy unparalleled hospitality at Atlantis Resorts, where every detail is designed to enhance your experience.

- Diverse Marine Life: From vibrant reefs to majestic whale sharks, encounter an extraordinary variety of ocean inhabitants.

- Culture and Beauty: Beyond diving, the Philippines offers stunning landscapes, rich culture, and the warmest hospitality.

Join us for a journey that transcends the ordinary, where every dive tells a story, and every moment is filled with serenity and wonder. Dive into the mesmerizing underworld of the Philippines, and discover a realm where adventure and tranquility meet.

Dive into the Extraordinary. Dive the Philippines.

Secure your spot now and set the course for an unforgettable dive adventure. We can't wait to explore the depths with you. 

We will fly out of OKC to MNL. Arriving the night of the 24th and staying the night at the Belmont in Manila.

The next four nights will be at Atlantis Puerto Galera dive resort. We will have a four and a half hour transfer to the resort. We will be diving on day one at the resort. From wide angle to macro, Puerto Galera offers over 40 dive sites along its coast, with great diversity: from relaxed critter diving (haven for photographers!) with an abundance of reef fish, to wonderful drift dives,a couple of small wrecks, and a day trip to the incredible Verde Island. With several inner bays offer shallow coral gardens and sandy patches, while the outer bay walls offer incredibly vivid corals, with canyons, swim throughs, rock formations and a couple of small wrecks with heaps of reef fish.

Verde Island is a volcanic island situated along the bodies of Verde Island Passage between the islands of Luzon and Mindoro, Philippines. It was in 1988 when a small village was connected to mains electricity through the effort of a European project using technologies such as solar panels for the island's self-sufficiency. Since then, it has been declared by the Philippine Tourism Authorityas one of the country's marine reserves.

We will head back to the Manila airport and take a short 45 minute flight to Dumaguete.

Headed back to Manila we will have a short 45 minute flight to Dumaguete. The next 6 nights will be at the gorgeous Atlantis Dumaguete resort. The frogfish capital of the Philippines, Dumaguete, with its black volcanic sandy beaches, offers divers a great opportunity to see unique macro marine life on sandy patches, hard coral reefs, and artificial reefs (including cars, various structures, and more!). From Dumaguete, you can dive over 20 coastal dive sites, the healthy reefs around Apo Island with over 400 documented species of corals (that’s 65% of the world’s corals!), the vibrant walls of Siquijor, and snorkeling with whale sharks in Oslob!

Apo Island /ˈæpoʊ/ is a volcanic island covering 74 hectares in land area, 7 kilometers off the southeastern tip of Negros Island and 30 kilometers south of the Negros Oriental capital of Dumaguete in the Philippines. The name "Apo" means "elder" or "respected ancestor" in the Visayan languages.

The marine habitat around the island is a marine reserve, protected by the National Integrated Protected Area Act (NIPA) and under the jurisdiction of the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB). It has become a popular dive site and snorkeling destination with tourists. There are two resorts on Apo Island, each with a dive center: Apo Island Beach Resort and Liberty's Lodge. There is also a ranger station and a lighthouse.

We will be taking a ferry to go snorkel with the world famous Oslob Whale Sharks!

We will fly back to Manila to get on our international flight back home.