Sanho Dive Center

Sanho Dive Center is situated in the heart of Coron, Palawan, an area world-renowned for its unique underwater topography. The centre is positioned to take you directly to some of the most distinctive environments in the Philippines, ranging from deep freshwater lakes to intricate limestone cave systems.

Operating with CMAS affiliation, the centre focuses on providing structured, professional diving experiences. Its location in Coron makes it a primary hub for divers looking to move beyond standard reef dives and into more specialised environments like sinkholes and subterranean passages.

The centre is led by owner In Seup Shin and operates with a focus on professional standards and safety. They provide instruction and guidance through CMAS and EFR frameworks, ensuring that both recreational and training divers follow established protocols.

All communication and dive direction are conducted in English, making the centre easily accessible for international divers. The team is equipped to handle various levels of experience, from those seeking their first breaths underwater to more seasoned divers looking to explore the specific challenges of lake and cave environments.

Sanho Dive Center offers a range of training programmes through CMAS and EFR. These certifications allow you to build a progressive skill set, from foundational skills to more advanced underwater competencies.

The training is structured to meet international standards, ensuring that your certifications are recognised globally as you continue your diving career.

For divers travelling light, the centre provides a full range of equipment hire. This includes wetsuits, regulators, fins, and masks, allowing you to test the local conditions before committing to a full kit purchase.

On-site facilities are designed to support your dive days, providing the necessary infrastructure for preparing your gear and transitioning between the shore and the water.

The waters around Coron are home to a diverse array of marine life. You will regularly encounter reef fish, angelfish (Pomacanthidae), and butterflyfish (Chaetodon) navigating the structures. Larger pelagics such as barracuda (Sphyraena) are also part of the local ecosystem.

The reef is built upon a foundation of hard corals and various coral species that provide habitat for turtles and rabbitfish. In the right conditions, you may also spot venomous sea snakes patrolling the reef flats.

For those with an eye for detail, the area supports a variety of smaller inhabitants, including different species of shrimp (Caridea) that inhabit the crevices of the reef.