Dive Safaris Philippines: to Cebu, Apo Island, Silinog Island, Sipalay and Moalboal
Fantastic New Dive Safaris in the Philippines!
We joined forces with the dive professionals of Easy Diving in Negros and organize 5-day dive safaris from Cebu to Negros and back. Starting in October 2012, the safari vessels Royo and Goya commute between Sipalay (Negros) and Moalboal (Cebu) regularly back and forth while visiting to the best dive sites the archipelago has to offer. Every week!
The highlights of the new Safari are the Whale Sharks of South Cebu and an island still unknown of today, Silinog Island. The whale sharks show up every day in a bay to feed on shrimps and krill. They are not disturbed by visiting divers and come very, very close. As of now we have seen these whale sharks on every visit but of course we cannot give a guarantee.
The relatively unknown island of Silinog Island lies off the beaten path of the regular dive safari routes and offers new and unexplored dive sites, drift diving and a land tour to the local fishing village.
Other highlights on this safari are the dive sites of Apo Island and a wonderful excursion to the Matutinao Nature Park and the Kawasan Waterfallsl.
Most nights are spent in small, cozy beach resorts in double rooms with fan.These dive safaris are an unbeatable combination of top dive sites, whale sharks, shore trips and accommodation in tropical beach resorts near the best dive spots.
On this page:
- Dive Safari - Map
- Dive Safari - Dive Sites
- Dive Safari - Itinerary
- Dive Safari - Package Deals
- Dive Safari - Schedules
- Dive Safari - Prices
- Dive Safari - Overview
- Dive Safari - Images & Impressions
Silinog Island
The relatively unknown island Silinog Iceland is located off the famous safari trails and offers completely new and unexplored dive sites. Particularly beautiful are the drift dives over a Varied underwater landscape and the land tour with a visit to a local fishing village.
Sumilon Island and the Whale Sharks of Oslob
The whale sharks come every day into a bay to feast on shrimps. As of now they can be observed every day, since they are lured by some shrimps the local fishermen throw in the water. These whale sharks are used to the presence of divers and are not shy, a heaven for underwater photographers. Strict whale shark interaction guide lines apply.
Apo Island
Apo Island is a volcanic island covering 12 hectares in land area, 7 kilometers off the southeastern tip of Negros Island and 30 kilometers south of the Negros Oriental capital of Dumaguete City in the Philippines.
The marine habitat around the island is a marine reserve and has become a popular dive site and snorkeling destination for scuba divers. Apo Island is one of the world's best known community-organized marine sanctuaries, and as such it has been well documented by the global science community.
Sunken Island
A spectacular dive, for experienced divers only. It's actually an underwater pinnacle, with the summit about 25m below the surface. You have to drop through 25m of open blue water and often strong currents to reach the top of this underwater mountain. Underwater dive spots in Moalboal, photographers love to shoot pictures from the big school of lion fish. Additionally you find frogfish and spanish dancers in this area. And, of course, big pelagics: great school of jacks and tuna, barracuda, grouper and snapper, schools of blue triggerfish and mackerel, as well as the occasional manta ray or shark.
Land Tour to Kawasan Falls / Matutinao Nature Park
A visit to Kawasan Falls and the Matutinao Nature Park is nice break on this safari. After a 30 minute walk through the idyllic tranquility of the jungle we will arrive at the first and biggest fall, as high as 20 meters. Here we can swim and play in fresh and cool water, get a “waterfall massage” on a bamboo raft which is passes under the falls, climb and jump and explore the lush jungle surrounding the canyon. Great fun for everybody!
Dive Safari - Itinerary
These safari tours are offered from October to early March, the following dive sites are visited:
Safari-Tour 1: Moalboal - Sipalay
Day 1: Moalboal - Sunken Island – Excursion Kawasan Waterfalls - Island Sumilon 3-4 dives, overnight at Beach Resort
Day 2: Oslob - Apo Island (Negros) 3-4 dives incl. a whale shark dive, overnight at Beach Resort
Day 3: Apo Island, 3-4 dives, overnight at Beach Resort
Day 4: Apo Island - Silinog Island, 3-4 dives, overnight on the ship
Day 5: Silinog Island - Basay - Sipalay, 3 dives, transfer to Easy Diving Resort
Safari-Tour 2: Sipalay – Moalboal
Day 1: Sipalay - Basay - Silinog Island, 3-4 dives, night on the ship
Day 2: Silinog Island - Island Apo, 3-4 dives, overnight at Beach Resort
Day 3: Apo Island, 3-4 dives, overnight at Beach Resort
Day 4: Apo Island - Oslob - Sumilon Island (Negros) 3-4 dives, incl. a whale shark dive, stay at beach resort
Day 5: - Excursion Kawasan Waterfalls - Moalboal, 3 dives, check in Moalboall
Dive Safari - Package Deals
Our dive safaris offer ideal combinations, e.g.:
- 5 days Moalboal (Cebu)
- 5 day dive safari
- 5 days Sipalay (Negros)
We are happy to provide you a complete package including all transfers, accommodation, diving in Cebu and Negros, and the dive safaris. Contact us if you are interested.
Dive Safari Schedules 2012 / 2013
Visayas Tour from Sipalay (Negros) to Moalboal (Cebu):
Trip No. |
Tour |
Schedule |
| 1 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Oct 22.-26.2012 |
| 3 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Nov 05.-09.2012 |
| 5 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Nov 19.-23.2012 |
| 7 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Dec 03.-07.2012 |
| 9 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Dec 18.-22.2012 |
| 11 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Jan 02.-06.2013 |
| 13 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Jan 16.-20.2013 |
| 15 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Jan 30.- Feb 03.2013 |
| 17 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Feb 13.-17.2013 |
| 19 | Sipalay - Sinilog - Apo - Whale Sharks - Moalboal | Feb 27.-Mar 03.2013 |
Visayas Tour von Moalboal (Cebu) nach Sipalay (Negros):
Trip No. |
Tour |
Zeitraum |
| 2 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Oct 29.- Nov 02.2012 |
| 4 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Nov 12.-16.2012 |
| 6 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Nov 26.-30.2012 |
| 8 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Dec 10.-14.2012 |
| 10 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Dec 25.-29.2012 |
| 12 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Jan 09.-13.2013 |
| 14 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Jan 23.-27.2013 |
| 16 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Feb 06.-10.2013 |
| 18 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Feb 20.-24.2013 |
| 20 | Moalboal - Whale Sharks - Apo - Sinilog - Sipalay | Mar 06.-10.2013 |
Dive Safari – Prices
Price: 37.000.- Peso or 910 US$, incl. non limit diving and full board.
Inclusions
Included:
- Diving: Non-Limit Diving, depending on the dive sites and dive conditions. Usually a minimum of 3 dives plus a night dive are no problem.
- Accommodation: Mostly in double rooms with fan in beach resorts near the dive spots. At Sinilog Island in double bunks on board the ship, tents at the beach or private accommodations.
- Food: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Additionally other refreshments, snacks and fruit. Drinks such as mineral water, beer, cola are free of charge on the ship. Drinks in restaurants, bars and in the resorts are on your own account
Excluded:
- Equipment rental except weights and tanks.
- Some dive sites charge entrance fees for their marine sanctuaries. These are not included in the dive price.
- Transfer to beach resorts, airports or piers at the start or end of the safari.
What to bring:
- A dive computer is highly recommended.
- Only few clothes are needed. Very important is sun protection such as sun blocker, sun glasses and a hat or cap. A wind jacket in case of bad weather or high waves is recommended.
- Also bring adaptors for battery charger, batteries and photo equipment, if needed.
Dive Safari - Overview
| WHAT? | 5-day dive safari from Moalboal to Sipalay or from Sipalay to Moalboal |
| WHEN? | From October 2012 to March 2013 |
| HOW OFTEN? | Weekly |
| SAFARI BOATS: | Goya und Royo |
| DIVE SITES: | Sunken Island, Sumilon Island, Whale Sharks of Oslob, Apo Island, Silinog Island, Basay Pier |
| HIGHLIGHTS: | Whale Sharks in Southern Cebu and the exotic island of Silinog |
| SPECIALS: | Excursion to the Kawasan Falls |
| INCLUDED: | Non Limit diving, all meals, shore trips, accommodation in a beach resort (at Silinog Island in bunks on the safari boat) |
| EXCLUDED: | Rental equipment, marine park fees, drinks ashore |
| PRICE: | 37,000 Pesos |
| ORGANIZERS: | Savedra Dive Center – www.savedra.com |
Dive Safari - Images & Impressions
Other dive safaris:
- For dive safari info in German click here: Tauchsafaris Philippinen
- For dive safaris in Cebu in Mactan Island please visit our branch Kontiki Divers
Savedra - Some of us must live underwater!
