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Philippine Siren

Philippine Siren Itinerary

Southern Leyte and Visayas (CEB)

8 days / 7 nights

About Philippine Siren

  • Dive Anilao and Dauin’s critter-hunting hotspots
  • Encounter thresher sharks at Malapascua’s world-famous Monad Shoal 
  • Explore Coron’s wrecks and Tubbataha’s reefs in search of sharks
  • Dive facilities include huge deck, tender, tec support and free nitrox
  • Professional-level camera facilities that are second to none

The S/Y Philippine Siren’s sophisticated style and exceptional dive facilities make this luxury liveaboard the perfect choice for exploring the Philippines. Elegant lounging spaces, cabins and a lovely sun deck offer luxurious comfort between dives. And, with an enormous dive deck, free nitrox, a tender and professional-level camera facilities, you’re all set for critter hunting, thresher shark encounters and exploring historic wrecks.

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Itinerary details

Length of trip 8 days / 7 nights
Number of dives 21
Experience Open Water - Minimum 25 dives
Insurance Required

Highlights

  • Circular trip to the best sites of the Visayas and Malapascua
  • Dive the pristine reefs and walls of Sogod Bay
  • Enjoy Limasawa Pier to find the small macro species
  • Experience the whale sharks of Leyte
  • Visit the marine sanctuary of Balicasag in Bohol 
  • Discover the sharks, dolphins and rays of Cabilao Island
Day 1:
Embarkation at 13:00

Days 2-6:
During the cruise you will visit and dive some of the islands around Cebu: Cabilao, Balicasag and Bohol as well as Limawasa and Sogod Bay in Southern Leyte. This trip not only offers fantastic macro and the chance to see schooling fish but also the possibility of some larger pelagics, such as whale sharks.

The Visayan Sea is rich in nutrients and plankton that support a variety of important ecosystems. There are several areas of protected mangroves, and much of the region is protected by marine sanctuaries. Underwater, the topography of dive sites varies from shallow sandy fringing reefs to steep walls dotted with seafans and sponges.

Marine life is diverse; common sightings include green and hawksbill turtles and schools of barracuda and jacks, whilst redtooth triggerfish, pyramid butterflyfish, and blue-lined fusiliers are seen on almost every dive in huge numbers. Smaller creatures such as frogfish, ghost pipefish, octopus and pygmy seahorses are found at several of the dive sites and of course a wide range of nudibranchs, shrimps and crabs can be found on each reef.

Up to 4 dives (3 day dives and a sunset or night dive), typically scheduled as follows:
- Light Breakfast followed by a briefing and Dive 1
- Full Breakfast, relaxation period, briefing and Dive 2
- Lunch, relaxation period, briefing and Dive 3
- Snack relaxation period, briefing and Dive 4, where possible
- Dinner

Day 7:
Maximum 2 dives.

Day 8:
Disembarkation at 10:00.

Sample itineraries are for guidance only. Actual itineraries may differ slightly due to factors such as weather, wildlife, logistics, and local regulations.

Transfer details

Departure

01:00pm

Marina Seaview Restaurant, Mactan Island

Mactan International Airport: CEB

Return

10:00am

Marina Seaview Restaurant, Mactan Island

Mactan International Airport: CEB

Current availability and prices: https://www.zubludiving.com/itineraries/philippine-siren/itn-2407220612261-southern-leyte-and-visayas-ceb-