Diving in Manila

Explore diving in Manila

Serving as a gateway to some of the Philippines’ top dive destinations, diving in Manila offers convenient access to nearby reefs, wrecks, and macro-rich sites. Popular day-trip locations include Anilao, Subic Bay, and Batangas, all within a few hours of the city. Divers can explore coral gardens, volcanic slopes, and historic shipwrecks while spotting nudibranchs, frogfish, seahorses, turtles, and reef fish. With world-class diving just outside the capital, Manila scuba diving is ideal for short getaways and extended dive itineraries.

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Common marine life sightings for Manila

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