Join the latest dive adventure in our popular Muck & Magic series with journalist and underwater photographer Saeed Rashid for great diving and plenty of fun on this holiday to the Philippines.
Travel with like-minded divers to the central region of the Philippines, where you spend time at two iconic dive resorts. The itinerary begins at Magic Oceans Resort in Anda, with unlimited diving and a half day whale shark excursion included. After six memorable nights, continue to the beautiful Atmosphere Resort & Spa, dive the famous house reef, take in the incredible critter diving of Dauin, and enjoy the beautiful Apo Island during your 6-night stay.
Saeed will be by your side throughout the trip providing entertaining evening talks and tips for any budding photographers.
“I first dived this stunning region of the Philippines 12 years ago, and it instantly captured a piece of my heart. From mesmerising muck diving to swirling schools of jacks and majestic whale sharks, the Bohol and Dauin coast offers it all. I can’t wait to return for this very special workshop!”
- Tour leader Saeed Rashid
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1:
Depart the UK
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Day 2:
Arrive in the Philippines & overnight
Arrive into Cebu today, the Philippines’ second city. Here, you meet tour leader Saeed Rashid and your fellow travellers, with comfortable hotel accommodation provided to help you recover from your journey.
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Day 3:
Enjoy Anda, Bohol’s best kept secret
This morning, you’re met at your overnight accommodation and transferred by road and boat to your first location, Magic Oceans Resort.
Off the beaten track in south-east Bohol, this tucked away location is a delight for divers. Your resort is set amongst tropical gardens, with each well appointed and air-conditioned bungalow offering panoramic views.
Other resort features include an excellent onsite dive centre, restaurant, bar, swimming pool and massage area.
This tranquil corner of the Philippines is your base for the next six nights, with accommodation provided on a bed and breakfast basis.
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Days 4-8
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Dive Anda!
The next days are spent diving and exploring this wonderful region, with four and a half days unlimited diving included, plus a half day whale shark excursion (diving or snorkelling) to Lila.
The Anda region has 15 kilometres of uninterrupted reef to explore along the coastline, starting right in front of the resort on the house reef. Budding photographers will marvel at the range of macro subjects, while the area has excellent corals, regular turtle sightings and occasionally larger visitors.
Saeed is on hand throughout, assisting any underwater photographers and hosting entertaining, informal evening talks to add to your diving.
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Day 9:
Transfer to Dauin
Say goodbye to Magic Oceans Resort today and transfer by road and fast ferry to your second exciting dive location for a further six nights.
The elegant Atmosphere Resort is the perfect mix of indulgence and relaxation. When you’re not sampling the fabulous diving, you're encouraged to take a refreshing dip in the infinity pool, unwind at the spa, or take advantage of the on site yoga classes.
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Days 10-14
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Enjoy Dauin Diving
Experience more fabulous diving in this special region. The resort is situated in the Dauin marine sanctuary, known for some of the best smaller marine life in South East Asia.
Six local dives are included in Dauin as part of your stay, plus one day trip to Apo Island (two dives). Additionally, on one day, enjoy up to five guided dives to focus on multiple underwater photographic opportunities at Atmosphere House reef.
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Day 15:
Depart the Philippines
It's time for your Philippines adventure to come to an end, although you're welcome to extend your holiday on a tailor-made basis - contact us if you'd like to extend!
You’re transferred by road and boat back to Cebu for your departure flight, arriving back to the UK the following day.
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Day 16:
Arrive home
Please note: Diving is suitable for PADI Advanced or equivalent, minimum of 30 dives recommended.
