Activities

World-class diving, iconic surf, epic treks, island beaches, and waterfalls.

Top Diving Spots

Tubbataha Reefs (liveaboard season Mar–Jun), Apo Reef (Mindoro), Malapascua's Monad Shoal (thresher sharks), Coron (WWII wrecks), Apo Island (turtles), Anilao (macro).

Certs: Most sites are Advanced Open Water+; beginners can do discovery dives in Coron/El Nido/Moalboal with reputable shops.

Surf Seasons

Siargao (Cloud 9): Sep–Nov peak. La Union: Nov–Mar. Baler: Aug–Oct. Zambales & Pagudpud get consistent seasonal swells.

Rentals and lessons widely available; respect lineups and local rules.