Stella Maris

The Stella Maris dives the Philippines year round but specializes in the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park area. Due to sea conditions the area in only accessible by live-aboard for the few months between March and June. Tubbataha is one of magical places that you never exactly know what to expect. Reef sharks, blacktip sharks, manta rays, and whale sharks are just some of the marine life that might pass by. Add to the mix the stunning walls and you have the recipe for a great dive trip.

In the center of the Sulu Sea lies the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park. Declared a World Heritage site by the World Conservation Union in 1993, the park is composed of 2 coral atolls separated by an 8 km (5 mile) wide channel. These picturesque tropical atolls, known as North and South Tubbataha, host an amazing variety of reef tropicals, turtles and large pelagics. Manta and Eagle rays, white and black tip reef sharks, nurse, shovelnose, leopard and hammerhead sharks are common. Schools of jacks and snappers congregate on the wall. While sleek barracudas patrol. Terrain ranges from gentle slope to sheer walls in excess of 914 meters(3000ft)! The spectacular explosion of life and color make this an experience never to be forgotten.