Tubbataha, Philippines Liveaboard: Solitude One
May 26 - June 6, 2026
Dive into the vibrant underwater world of Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the heart of the Sulu Sea. Accessible only by liveaboard, this remote marine sanctuary offers an unforgettable experience for seasoned divers. Marvel at an astonishing array of marine life—from majestic manta rays and whale sharks to schools of barracuda and over 600 species of fish. Join us on Solitude One to experience this crown jewel of Philippine diving, promising adventure, beauty, and biodiversity page for details.
We know five days of diving may not be enough for most of our travelers, so we have added an additional six-night trip to Puerto Galera for unlimited diving in a very different part of the Philippines!
trip details
- Roundtrip airfare to/from Denver to Philippines & inner islands transit fare
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Puerto Princesa
- 2-night hotel package in Puerto Princesa including a full day island tour
- 6 nights aboard Solitude One Liveaboard
- All meals and snacks aboard the Solitude One Liveaboard
- Tea, coffee & bottled drinking water on board Solitude One Liveaboard
- Up to 16 dives
- Nitrox (included for certified divers)
- Fuel Surcharge
- Tubbataha Marine Park Fee
- Group Escorts: Ali Miller & Trevor Updegraff
- 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
Certification Recommendations:
- Minimum Advanced Open Water Diver Certification
- Nitrox Certification
- 50 logged dives
- Experience in currents
Payment Schedule:
- A non-refundable $1,000 deposit due to confirm space on the trip
- Half of final balance due December 1, 2025
- Final payment due March 1, 2026
Please refer to our Denver Divers Travel Participant Terms & Conditions for full details on our booking terms.
Philippines Liveaboard Brochure 2026
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
- Deep Diver
- Waves, tides & currents
- Marine Ecology
- 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
- Garmin In-Reach Mini
Weather Conditions:May is dry season in this part of the Philippines. Expect hot weather with low humidity and plenty of sunshine. There may be rain showers, but they pass quickly.
Water Conditions: Water temperatures can range between 78°F to 84°F with great visibility for diving.
Typical Animal Sightings:
- Manta rays
- Sea turtles
- Many species of sharks
- Gorgeous reefs
- Large schools of jacks, barracuda and tuna
Physical Activity Level: There can be strong currents, so it is best to be in good physical condition for diving this part of the Philippines.
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