Coron - The Wreck City, Philippines

  • Departure: September 9th, 2019 (Mon)
  • Return: September 15th, 2019 (Sun)

Coron Bay is situated in North Palawan, the most westerly part of the Philippines. It lies in beween Busuanga and Culion Islands. There is fabulous diving all around the area, but the bay is particularly well known as having some of the best wreck diving in the world.

Join us for reefs and ship wrecks in the Philippines. Apart from the historic sunken ships, the fantastic reefs, rich-striking marine life, charmingly naive manatee and the famous Apo Reef makes Coron become one of the most popular dive destination in Philippines.

Dive Sites

* Click dive flag for site information.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 (September 9th) - Departure

    Meet together and check in at Pudong airport around 22:00 in the late evening.

  • Day 2 (September 10th) - Get Coron

    Transit in Manila, get Coron about 10:30 and transport to El Rio Y Mar Resort to check in.

    Free leisure on the day, the local hot spring is a good option.

    Stay overnight at El Rio Y Mar Resort.

  • Day 3 (September 11th) - Day 6 (September 14th) - Diving

    - Dive Apo Reef for 1 day

    - The sunken ships for 2 days

    - Coral Reefs and Manatee Dive for 1 day

    * 3 dives a day but dive sites are dependent on weather conditions.

    Stay overnight at El Rio Y Mar Resort.

  • Day 7 (September 15th) - Dry day and Back to Shanghai

    NO DIVE today, check out in the morning, transport to Coron airport and fly to Manila.

    Transit in Manila and fly back to Shanghai

    Take the flight and get back to Shanghai around 11:45pm.

El Rio Y Mar Resort

El Rio Y Mar Resort is the perfect haven for those seeking an escape from the urban jungle. Nestled in a beautiful tranquil bay with a breathtaking view of calm waters and rolling hills, the resort offers the perfect ambiance for romantic getaways and retreats. Guests are guaranteed of personalized service with the trademark warmth and charm of native Palawe'os. The resort also offers scuba diving, hiking, water sports and tours around Coron.

Cost

  • Diver: 8,980 Per Person

  • Non-diver: 3,380 Per Person

Cost Included

  • Travel Insurance
  • Transfer between the airport, hotel and dive site
  • 5 nights twin shared A/C room in El Rio Y Mar Resort
  • Breakfast
  • 12 dives
  • Tanks, weight and divemaster services
  • Diving equipment

Cost Excluded

  • Flight Ticket
  • Dinner and lunch on non-diving day
  • Local safari
  • Extra Boat Dives
  • Nitrox Fills
  • Soft drink and beer
  • Tips
  • Anything not listed in the costs included

Other Cost

  • BCD: 400 Philippine Peso
  • Regulator: 400 Philippine Peso
  • Wetsuit: 300 Philippine Peso
  • Full Set Equipment (all above): 1500 Philippine Peso
  • Underwater Light: 500 Philippine Peso

Requirements

  • Certified diver (PADI Open Water Diver or above)
  • Non-diver

Seat Limitation

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Notes

  • We can help to apply for a Philippine Visa (if needed - please inform us at booking).
  • The passport must be valid for more than 6 months.
  • You'll need your Passport and Dive certification
  • The water temperature is around 26 - 28c, 3mm shorty or full wet suit, thin Wetsuit or rash vest is suggested.
  • Dive sites could change due to weather conditions.
  • NO SPEAR FISHING.
  • You will be responsible to follow Safe Diving Practices and diving within your limits.
  • Indicate that you should wait a minimum of 18 hours and sometimes up to 24 hours after diving before you fly.
  • Philippine Peso and USD is acceptable in Anilao, the rate for USD is about 1 USD for 43 Philippine Pesos.
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  • Please remember to purchase the weight of the total amount that includes the personal stuff and the equipment when you book the flight ticket, otherwise the airport will issue a charge of 400PHP (about 60RMB) / KG for each flight.

Reservation and Cancellation

Please email or call before to check availability.

50% deposit is necessary to secure your seat, the remaining balance must be paid 30 days before departure.

For cancellations less than 30 days before the trip we are not able to give refunds.

If you need a reservation or have any question, please contact us by sending email to or call +86(21)6291-2110.

Big Blue is looking forward to hearing from you, thank you very much.