Destination: Philippines
Sitio Lawi, Barangay Concepcion, Busuanga Island, Palawan, 5317, Philippines | Pricing Varies
Pirate Divers Busuanga Coron Quick Pitch
Situated on the marina of the Busuanga Bay Lodge, the Pirate Divers Busuanga is a few effortless steps away from your hotel room and only a short boat ride away from the best wrecks and reefs that Coron Bay has to offer. Guests are sure to experience high-quality service as they have a relaxing and comfortable dive stay. Photographers will love diving with Pirate Divers' guides who have been trained in underwater photography guiding, including light positioning and techniques.
Why You'll Like Pirate Divers Busuanga Coron
- Located on the marina of the Busuanga Bay Lodge
- Only a few minutes away from the best wreck and reef sites in Coron
- Tours and staff emphasize safety and a friendly atmosphere
- Offers a large array of PADI courses
- Specially trained underwater photography guides
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LOCATION
Coron is easily accessible by plane, with daily flights leaving from Manila which only take about 45 minutes to an hour. Guests can also opt to take a ferry from Manila to Coron, Palawan. The 16-hour boat ride makes for a less expensive and culturally enlightening alternative to the typical domestic flight.
DIVE OVERVIEW
Coron, Palawan is the perfect dive spot for seeing teaming aquatic life and visiting untouched dive sites. The province is also known for the many historically significant Japanese wrecks that were sunk there during World War II. With striking undersea wildlife and comfortable diving temperatures, Coron ensures an adventurous and breathtaking adventure.
Learn more about diving in Coron here...
ACCOMMODATIONS
Types of Rooms, Amenities and Photos
Busuanga bay lodge
This elegant resort hotel is located in the nature sanctuary that is Palawan, Philippines, one of the country's last ecological frontiers. Palawan offers pristine white beaches, amazing dive sites, and so much more! The boutique resort is truly the ultimate tropical escape and is only a 45-minute plane ride from major cities such as Manila, Cebu, and Boracay.
The Busuanga Bay Lodge offers 41 guestrooms in 6 accommodation types: The 2 Bedroom Villa, the Bayview Bungalow, the Clubhouse Suite, the Clubhouse Superior, the Hilltop Suite, and the Waterfront King. While they differ in style and furnishings, all rooms capture the natural splendor of the magical island that is Palawan.
DIVE INFORMATION
coron OVERVIEW
The Coron region occupies the eastern half of Busuanga Island, part of the Palawan Province of the Philippines. In the south of the island, Coron Town Proper is a focal point for tourists and divers, offering easy access to dive Coron Bay, nearby Coron Island, and Apo Reef.
Boasting arguably the best wreck-diving in Asia, Coron Bay is the final resting place of 11 Japanese supply ships, bombed by Allied forces in 1944. Many of the wrecks are still in excellent condition, featuring well-preserved fixtures and fittings and piles of ammunition that provide plenty of intrigue for visiting divers. In the intervening years since WWII, the region’s rich marine life has moved in, and each wreck is now a vibrant artificial reef teeming with colorful life.
As if this wasn’t enough, Coron also boasts some fascinating underwater topography, with vast caverns and limestone caves creating maze-like reefs and several salt/freshwater lagoons that make for a unique diving experience.
To the northeast of Busuanga Island in the Mindoro Strait, Apo Reef Natural Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate consisting of 13 square miles of continuous coral reef system including Apo Island. Often referred to as 'little Tubbataha', the reefs boast colorful walls and an abundance of marine life, big and small. Apo Island in this reef system shouldn’t be confused with the island of the same name in Coron Bay. Day trip diving in Apo Reef is also available from Mindoro Island to the east.
Coron may be the Philippines' best-kept secret, but this won’t last much longer as increasing numbers of tourists choose to experience the amazing diving and explore the region’s wild limestone landscape.
PACKAGES & RATES
Pirate Dive Busuanga Packages and Rates
DIVE RATES
All rates are in PHP and per person.
Dive Package | Rate |
3 Fun Dives | PHP 5200 |
2 Fun Dives | PHP 4200 |
Discover Scuba Dive (1 skills session on reef + 1 dive on shipwreck) | PHP 5500 |
Ultimate Wreck Package (9 dives over 3 days to visit all the sites) | PHP 14000 |
Barracuda Lake* | PHP 6000 |
Black Island** | PHP 5500 |
day trip Inclusions
- Lunch
- Dive equipment
- Boat fees and guide
exclusions
- Barracuda lake Entrance Fee (PHP 200 per person)
- Black Island Entrance Fee (PHP 200 per person)
PADI DIVE COURSES & specialty courses
All rates are in PHP and per person.
Course | Rate |
PADI Open Water Diver (4 open water dives + skill sessions) | PHP 22500 |
Advanced Open Water (5 open water dives) | PHP 18000 |
Rescue Diver (rescue scenarios over 2 days) | PHP 22500 |
2 Dive Speciality Courses (These include; Deep Diver, Wreck Diver, Night Diver, Underwater Navigation, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Underwater Naturalist, and more. Train until Dive Master level.) | PHP 14000 |
3 Dive Wreck Speciality | PHP 15500 |
3 Dive Solo Diver Speciality | PHP 15000 |
Nitrox Diver (includes 2 Nitrox Dives) | PHP 14000 |
padi courses INCLUSIONS
- 2 days boat diving
- Free pick up within 3km of dive shop
- Certification fees
- Entrance fees
- Lunch.
specialty COURSES INCLUSIONS
- 1 day boat diving
- Free pick up within 3km of dive shop
- Certification fees
- Entrance fees
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