Puerto Galera, Philippines: Macro Magic & Reef Dreams
June 6-12, 2026
Experience world-class diving at Atlantis Dive Resort in Puerto Galera, a premier destination nestled in the heart of the Coral Triangle. With over 30 vibrant dive sites just minutes from the resort, divers of all levels can explore colorful coral gardens, dramatic walls, and intriguing wrecks teeming with marine life such as pygmy seahorses, nudibranchs, and sea turtles. Atlantis offers up to five guided boat dives daily, including night dives, and with unlimited diving included in your package, you will be sure to get your money’s worth. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, Atlantis Dive Resort Puerto Galera promises an unforgettable vacation!
Choose this as an add-on to our Tubbataha Liveaboard, or as a quick trip to experience some of the best of the Philippines! Airfare is not included in the published price, but available upon request.
At A Glance
6 Nights
Starts at $2,900 per person
Airfare NOT included
Land-based scuba & snorkeling
Great for all divers
trip details
- Roundtrip transfers to/from Manila airport to resort
- 6 nights accommodation in chosen room category (dbl/occ)
- All meals at Atlantis Restaurant (chef-prepared breakfast and three-course lunch and dinner)
- Coffee, tea and filtered water
- Unlimited scheduled boat diving (up to four day dives and one night dive scheduled daily)
- One day trip to Verde Island
- Nitrox (for certified divers)
- Unlimited internet access
- Group Escorts: Ali Miller & Trevor Updegraff
- Airfare to/from Manila, Philippines
- Meals and beverages not mentioned above
- Personal dive equipment
- Gratuities
- Price adjustment based on airfare at time of purchase
- Dive Accident Insurance (Required!)
- Travel Insurance (recommended)
- Any unforeseen additional expenses not specified
Payment Schedule:
- A non-refundable $1,000 deposit due to confirm space on the trip
- Final payment due April 1, 2026
Please refer to our Denver Divers Travel Participant Terms & Conditions for full details on our booking terms.
Required Paperwork:
- Denver Divers Travel Participant Terms & Conditions
- If you do not use our booking software to fill out participant information, you can fill out our Travel Participant Application instead.
- Nitrox
- Scuba Skills Update
- Specialty Courses
- Night Diver
- Navigation
- Marine Invertebrate Ecology
- South Pacific Fish ID
- Minimum 3mm full wetsuit (water temperatures can range between 82°F to 84°F in the winter)
- Underwater Dive Light
- SMB with Reel
- Muck Stick
Weather Conditions:June is the beginning of rainy season in this part of the Philippines. Expect warmer weather with rain showers, but they pass quickly.
Water Conditions: Water temperatures can range between 84°F to 86°F with great visibility for diving.
Typical Animal Sightings:
- Cuttlefish
- Sea turtles
- A multitude of nudibranch
- Gorgeous reefs
- Many species of Octopus and more!
Physical Activity Level: The diving in this part of the Philippines is easy-going and allows for all skill levels. With up to five dives available per day, you will want to be ready to dive as much as you can!
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