Atlantis Resort, Puerto Galera

World Class Scuba Diving in Puerto Galera, Philippines

For nearly 50 years Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines has attracted scientists studying the Eco-structure of microorganisms, animals and plants. The scuba diving is famous for its diversity and divers return time after time to marvel at creatures large and small.

There are dives for all levels, from easy training dives amongst pristine coral to high-voltage drift dives. Diving is a year-round activity. The 30+ dive sites are all within a 10-15 minute boat ride from the beach, which makes for easy and convenient dive planning. Groups are kept to six divers or less and are always lead by Atlantis` experienced guides. Visibility varies between 40m/130` to 12m/40`. Temperature is varies between 22C and 30C. The magnificent day trip to Verde Island is not to be missed.

There follows a brief overview of some of the dive sites in Puerto Galera. Be aware that all the dive sites are replete with huge numbers of splendid fish (triggerfish, parrotfish, pennantfish, moray eels, surgeonfish, snappers, groupers, Moorish idol, lizardfish, gobies, batfish, lionfish, trumpetfish, pufferfish, filefish, emperors, wrasses, fusiliers and trevally). Invertebrates from the tiniest transparent shrimp and neon-colored Nudibranches to huge basket sponges adorned with hundreds of multi-colored crinoids; anemones, sea cucumbers, starfish, worms and fire corals reside with vast numbers of hard and soft corals and gorgonian sea fans. Turtles, octopus, cuttlefish, Manta rays, Eagle rays and sharks make guest appearances.

You come first at the Atlanits Resort:
Customer service means we make your scuba experiences as enjoyable as possible. Friendly relaxed atmosphere… it`s true what they say "Come as a guest and leave as friend".
Highly experienced guides - All dives are guided by knowledgeable, caring Instructors and Divemasters (safety is put first in all that we do – feel free to ask for further details).

Scuba Diving:
Over 32 dive sites just 5 to 15 minutes travel from the dive center via fast, convenient speedboats, Small groups – maximum six divers. Five scheduled dives every day - the usual times are 9am, 11am, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm (night) with a choice of sites at each time (you`ll be fully involved in choosing the dives you want to go on). Comprehensive briefings with details of marine life specific to the dive site and regular marine life presentations mean you will know exactly what you are looking for .

Photographers Paradise: In the wet area of the dive shop there is a dedicated rinse tub and set up area. Inside the resort there is a specialized "multimedia suite" with the following free services

• Sizable matted workbench area with lighting
• Cubby holes` for storage
• Multi sockets for recharging
• Transformers for 220v, 110v and 100v
• Magnifying glass
• Towel dispenser
• Air guns
• Slide viewing

There are no other comparable facilities in the Philippines!

The Scuba Diving in the Philippine sis truly a site to behold!