Narayana
Affordable liveaboard offering value-for-money dive trips in Tubbataha and beyond
per person
per day
Overview
- One of the best value-for-money liveaboards visiting Tubbataha
- Every cabin has its own balcony, ideal to enjoy the view
- Up to four dives a day in Tubbataha or El Nido, Coron and Apo Reef
- Family-managed liveaboard with a partner resort and dive centre
Narayana was created by passionate divers who have dedicated themselves to fulfilling the dreams of other underwater enthusiasts. Crafted from Thailand’s strongest ironwood, this vessel was specifically designed for liveaboard diving the remote reef of Tubbataha. Offering up to four dives a day in some of the Philippines' most sought-after scuba destinations, along with luxurious amenities such as private balconies for every cabin, Narayana is easily one of the best value-for-money liveaboards in the region. So hop on board and let your dreams come true.
Upcoming trips
Cabins
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.
Amenities
Boat
Dive facilities
- If you are a solo traveller, we aim to allocate shared cabins on a same-sex basis.
- Non-shareable cabins can not be shared with another single traveler outside your party. A single occupancy surcharge will be applied.
Vessel
Vessel information
Narayana is a classic vessel crafted from Thailand’s strongest ironwood and specially designed for liveaboard diving in Tubbataha. Originally built in 2014, this boat was dry docked this 2018, and renovated with a new modern aesthetic while retaining its original comfort and charm. At 26-metres long, Narayana carries a maximum of just 14 guests, creating an intimate and personal atmosphere on board. As a result, this is almost certainly one of the best value-for-money liveaboards currently exploring Tubbataha.
Narayana is owned and managed by a Filipino-German family with extensive knowledge of the dive liveaboard industry. And, thanks to a partner beach resort and dive centre, it’s easy for guests to conduct a check dive before the trip, advance their scuba certification, or simply extend their holiday in Palawan. Narayana primarily focuses on the Tubbataha Reefs National Park, offering trips throughout the seasons of March through June. Trips exploring El Nido, Coron and Apo Reef are also run between the months of October and December.
Onboard Narayana
Whilst on board Narayana, guests are accommodated in eight cosy cabins located on the main deck. Each cabin features an ensuite bathroom with a shower and the double cabins have a private balcony – providing a great place to relax. On the upper deck, guests will find the dining area and kitchen, overseen by a friendly, hotel-trained chef who serves hearty home cooked meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additional relaxation space can be found on the top deck, which offers ample room for sunbathing as well as a shaded daybed at the back of the vessel.
Diving from Narayana
Between three and four dives are offered each day aboard Narayana, a total of 18-19 dives during a week-long voyage. The dive preparation area is located at the rear of the main deck, where a spacious tender awaits to transfer guests to the day’s dive sites. Rental equipment can also be provided for an additional charge, allowing guests to travel light and leave some of their personal gear at home.
Top tips
- Consider extending your stay at Coopers Beach Resort in Puerto Princesa or gaining a new scuba certification before your trip with Coopers Dive Palawan.
- Bring a bit of pocket cash for onboard extras like gear rental, nitrox, gratuities, and drinks from the bar.
