The Philippines

The Philippines
Nomadic safaris from island to island
Visayas, Magellan & Camiguin
The Philippines, a magical archipelago of 7107 islands, hosts an authentic and captivating
population. A sense of adventure and evasion prevails in this Latin style country
surrounded by warm coral seas.
Our experience in this country permits us to offer you the best and take you on a diving
discovery with the help of 3 unique and authentic nomadic safaris. In the Visayas, discover
enchanting islands such as Cebu, Apo, Siquijor and Panglao, small pieces of paradise
protected by rich and colourful reefs. In Malapascua and Lleyte, just like Ferdinand de
Magellan, you will go in search of the shy thresher shark and the majestic whale shark.
Camiguin, our newest safari, will take you along the magnificent drop offs in Bohol and
through the lush jungles of Anda and Camiguin.
2 to 3 dives per day will have you discovering flamboyant colourful reefs and an
exceptional fauna : 800 varieties of soft and hard corals, more than 2500 identified
coastal fish species: frog fish, ghost pipe fish, dragon fish, leaf fish, hundreds of different
nudibranches, jacks, sometimes cruising in only 5 meters of water, banner fish, barracudas,
batfish, white tip reef sharks, 10 different species of clown fish, and, with Neptune’s
approval, an encounter with a thresher shark or some manta rays may be just around
the corner... Join Team Abyss on a nomadic dive safari.... for a unique experience.
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Visayas Safari 13 days /12 nights
With an 18 meter Bangka (Philippino outrigger boat) as
our mode of transport and dive base, 5 complementary
and different stages, a selection of charming small hotels,
an archipelago where beauty and calm go hand in hand:
Welcome to the Visayas ! For more than 15 years, our
Team Abyss guides and Philippino mariners have
provided divers with all their local knowledge for an
enchanting discovery of Cebu, Apo, Siquijor and Panglao.
The diving in the Visayas is very easy yet rich in life and
colour. The drop offs and coral gardens will surprise both
the experienced and beginner diver. Punctuated by land
visits providing privileged contact with the locals, this
safari is equally destined to accompanying non divers,
groups and families.
Magellan Safari 13 days /12 nights
Just like Ferdinand de Magellan, your expedition will take
you to Limasawa, a small island in the region South of
Leyte, steeped in history since the Spanish conquest of the
16th century. During your safari you will discover sites such
as Malapascua Island, which has a superb white sandy
beach and has gained notoriety due to the discreet
thresher sharks that patrol the blue waters. Other sites
include Calangaman, where we find a long beach of fine
sand, Baybay, a charming small village both authentic
and welcoming or Gato and Quatro Islas, with their
underwater treasures. But don’t forget the majestic whale
sharks, that the Philippinos call “bulinao”, which for
several months of the year visit the bay of Sogod.
Camiguin Safari 13 days /12 nights
After a stop in Cebu, followed by a flight to Cagayan de
Oro, we travel from island to island, and dive from our
specially built bangka, well off the beaten tracks. Duka
Bay surprises with its volcanic scenery, small characteristic
villages and magnificent dive spots renowned for an
impressive macro fauna. Anda and its large surrounding
reef will allow for a variation of dives between coral
gardens and drop offs patrolled by jacks, turtles,
barracudas and groupers. In Bohol, discover the Chocolate
Hills and the smallest primate in the world, the tarsier.
Finally, discover resplendent Camiguin with its numerous
waterfalls, tropical forest and small local markets. There
are very few divers in the waters of Camiguin, whereas a
huge amount of marine species are present in the
archipelago and often observed: ribbon eels, anglerfish,
pygmee seahorses, stingrays, manta rays, mandarin fish or
even mantis shrimps. Staying in charming local hotels by
night and experiencing the beauty and solitude of this area
creates a unique diving voyage never to be forgotten.
DATES & PRICES PHILIPPINES 2009
13 DAYS - 12 NIGHTS (flights not included and quoted separately)
Voyage
From
Duka, Anda, Camiguin Su. 26 / 04 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 03 / 05 / 2009
Visayas Club
We. 06 / 05 / 2009
Duka, Anda, Camiguin Su. 10 / 05 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 17 / 05 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 31 / 05 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 29 / 06 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 12 / 07 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 26 / 07 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 09 / 08 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 23 / 08 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 06 / 09 / 2009
Visayas - Club
We. 09 / 09 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 20 / 09 / 2009
Visayas - Club
We. 23 / 09 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 04 / 10 / 2009
Visayas - Club
We. 07 / 10 / 2009
Duka, Camiguin, Anda Su. 11 / 10 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 18 / 10 / 2009
Visayas - Club
We. 21 / 10 / 2009
Duka, Camiguin, Anda Su. 25 / 10 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 01 / 11 / 2009
Duka, Camiguin, Anda Su. 08 / 11 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 15 / 11 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 29 / 11 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 20 / 12 / 2009
Visayas
Su. 27 / 12 / 2009
To
Diver
Non diver
Fr. 08 / 05 / 2009
Fr. 15 / 05 / 2009
Mo. 18 / 05 / 2009
Fr. 22 / 05 / 2009
Fr. 29 / 05 / 2009
Fr. 12 / 06 / 2009
Fr. 10 / 07 / 2009
Fr. 24 / 07 / 2009
Fr. 07 / 08 / 2009
Fr. 21 / 08 / 2009
Fr. 04 / 09 / 2009
Fr. 18 / 09 / 2009
Mo. 21 / 09 / 2009
Fr. 02 / 10 / 2009
Mo. 05 / 10 / 2009
Fr. 16 / 10 / 2009
Mo. 19 / 10 / 2009
Fr. 23 / 10 / 2009
Fr. 30 / 10 / 2009
Mo. 02 / 11 / 2009
Fr. 06 / 11 / 2009
Fr. 13 / 11 / 2009
Fr. 20 / 11 / 2009
Fr. 27 / 11 / 2009
Fr. 11 / 12 / 2009
Fr. 01 / 01 / 2010
Fr. 08 / 01 / 2010
USD 2'290
USD 1'940
USD 1'940
USD 2'290
USD 1'940
USD 1'940
USD 1'940
USD 2'290
USD 2'290
USD 2'290
USD 2'115
USD 2'115
USD 2'290
USD 2'115
USD 2'290
USD 2'115
USD 2'290
USD 2'115
USD 2'115
USD 2'290
USD 2'115
USD 2'115
USD 2'115
USD 2'115
USD 2'115
USD 2'380
USD 2'380
USD 1'920
USD 1'640
USD 1'640
USD 1'920
USD 1'640
USD 1'640
USD 1'640
USD 1'920
USD 1'920
USD 1'920
USD 1'815
USD 1'815
USD 1'920
USD 1'815
USD 1'920
USD 1'815
USD 1'920
USD 1'815
USD 1'815
USD 1'920
USD 1'815
USD 1'815
USD 1'815
USD 1'815
USD 1'815
USD 2'080
USD 2'080
Price per person in twin share, subject to modification.
Extra charge for single room: + USD 620 for the Visayas and Camiguin / + USD 760 for Magellan
Particular conditions:
Min. participants: 3 divers in the Visayas / 4 divers in Magellan and Camiguin
Max. participants: 14 divers in the Visayas / 12 divers in Magellan and 12 in Camiguin
Larger amount of divers possible for groups in the Visayas and in Magellan. Please contact us!
Included: Your Abyss Safari begins at the airport of Cebu, greetings at the airport, accommodation in twin
share and full board, 22 dives minimum (tanks, fills, weights and weight belts) including 2 to 3 night dives
(torches not included), boats and crew, Team Abyss guide, all transportation, 2 land excursions and any
fuel surcharges. For Camiguin, the flight Cebu – Cagayan de Oro is included.
Not included : Cancellation and assistance insurance (mandatory), individual dive gear, lunch on arrival
and departure day in Cebu, airport tax from Cebu (about USD 10), dive fees for marine sanctuaries (about
USD 50 / EUR 35 / PHP 2000), excess luggage costs (approx. USD 1 for every kilo over the 10kg allowed on
internal flights), drinks, tips and other personal expenses.
Remarks: 12L aluminium tanks (15L steel may be available) with single exit international valves – DIN
adaptors available on site. UT/GMT + 6h in summer & + 7h in winter. Formalities: Valid passport 6 months
after return. No mandatory vaccinations. Mandatory visa for a stay over 21 days. Minimum level required
Level 1 or PADI Open Water for the Visayas, Level 2 or PADI Advanced Open Water with 30 logged dives
for Magellan and Camiguin.
Detailed itineraries
Visayas Safari
Magellan Safari
Camiguin Safari
Stage 1: Cebu City, 1 night.
Greetings at the airport and
transport to the Montebello Villa
Hotel, dinner by the pool, free
evening.
Stage 1: Cebu City, 1 night.
Greetings at the airport and
transfer to the Montebello Villa
Hotel. Dinner by the pool and
free evening.
Stage 1: Cebu City, 1 night.
Greetings at the airport and
transfer to the Montebello Villa
Hotel, dinner by the pool and free
evening.
Stage 2: Moalboal, 3 nights.
Departure for Moalboal by minibus
(3 hour trip). You will discover the
interior of Cebu Island, the small
villages and countryside. Retreat at
Sumisid Lodge, a small family hotel.
During this stage you will discover
the waterfalls of Kawasan (lunch
and swim) in addition to a beautiful
orchid farm.
Stage 2: Malapascua, 4 nights.
Departure for Malapascua by
boat (4.5 hour trip). You will
discover the East coast of Cebu
Island, the small villages and
countryside. Stay at the Blue
Water Beach Resort, a family
hotel on a superb beach of fine
sand. During this second stage the
morning dives will be devoted to
the search for the thresher shark
and those in the afternoon will be
done on the surrounding reef
with coral, fish life, nudibranches
and sea horses.
Stage 2: Duka Bay, 3 nights.
Transfer to the airport followed by
a flight to Cagayan de Oro.
Navigation by bangka to Duka
Bay. Retreat at Duka Bay Resort.
3 days diving with numerous
excursions such as rafting and visits
to local markets. From Camiguin
to Duka Bay, 2 hours by boat.
Non contractual document –Quotes and particular conditions on simple request - Photo credit: JC Pratt, G. Peree
Stage 3: Apo Island, 2 nights.
Crossing from Moalboal by boat (3.5
to 4 hour trip), broken up by a picnic
and diving. Stay at the Kan Upi
Hotel, hidden by a small creek and
blessed by an idyllic beach. Visit the
island by foot from the lighthouse to
the fishing village. Diving in the
Marine Sanctuary of the island.
Stage 4: Siquijor Island, 2 nights.
Crossing from Apo Island to Siquijor
by boat (1.5 to 2 hour trip). A
charming stage retreating at the
Coco Grove Beach Resort, situated
on a superb beach. You will discover
a beautiful island with magical
character rich in culture.
Stage 5: Panglao Island, 3 nights.
Crossing from Siquijor to Panglao (2
to 2.5 hour trip). Our retreat at the
splendid Oasis Resort sees us stay
beside the pool in lush tropical
gardens. During this stage we will
help you discover Bohol Island and
the famous Chocolate Hills.
Stage 6: Cebu City, 1 night.
Crossing from Panglao to Mactan
Island (Cebu) by boat (4 hour trip).
On our last night at the Montebello
Villa Hotel, we will invite you to an
exquisite dinner and the next
morning you will be transferred to
the international airport depending
on your connecting flights.
Stage 3: Baybay, 1 night.
Crossing from Malapascua to
Baybay by boat (4 hour trip with
a stop at Calangaman). A
stopover in an authentic village,
home to a curious and welcoming
population, with a visit to a
colourful local market.
Stage 4: PadreBurgos, 5 nights.
Crossing from Baybay to Padre
Burgos by boat (4 hour trip with
a stop on Quatro Islas). The
second part of our safari will be
devoted to the search for whale
sharks in Sogod Bay, plus the
discovery of the fabulous sites of
Limasawa Island. This entire
stage provides us with both
moments of calm, and of surprise.
Stage 5: Cebu City, 1 night.
Crossing from Panglao to Mactan
Island (Cebu) by boat (4 hour
trip). On our last night at the
Montebello Villa Hotel, we will
invite you to an exquisite dinner
and the next morning you will be
transferred to the international
airport depending on your
connecting flights.
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Stage 3: Camiguin, 4 nights.
Crossing from Duka Bay to
Camiguin. Stay at Paras Beach
Resort. From day 1 you will begin
to explore the numerous sites
around the island with a routine of
2 to 3 dives per day. On land, the
choice is vast: excursion to the
volcano
or
the
numerous
waterfalls, cannyonning, bush
walking in tropical forests or the
discovery of the local markets. One
evening there will be a barbeque
on the beach. From Duka Bay to
Camiguin, 1 hour trip by boat.
Stage 4: Anda, 3 nights.
Crossing to Anda with a stop on
Mandigi Island. Stay at the Flower
Beach Resort with dives at Anda,
again with numerous possibilities
for visits on Bohol Island. From
Camiguin to Anda, 3 hour trip.
Stage 5: Cebu, 1 night.
Last boat transfer from Camiguin
to Cebu (4 hour trip) and
overnight at Montebello Hotel.
Dinner at the restaurant. On the
last day, you will be transferred to
the
international
airport
depending on your connecting
flights.