Palawan Divers

Palawan Divers is situated in the heart of El Nido, on Hama Street in Bgy. Masagana. As the first PADI IDC Centre in the area, they have established themselves as a primary hub for both recreational exploration and professional diver training in the Palawan archipelago.

The centre is positioned to take advantage of the region's rich biodiversity, offering everything from introductory Discover Scuba Diving sessions to advanced technical training. Their operation is structured around a professional approach to safety and instruction, catering to those looking to explore the reefs and marine life of the Philippines.

The centre operates as a PADI IDC Centre, meaning they are authorised to train the next generation of dive professionals. This status ensures a high level of instructional expertise across their entire course catalogue.

Safety and individual attention are central to their service, maintained through a strict ratio of two divers per guide. This ensures that whether you are navigating a reef flat or conducting a night dive, you have dedicated supervision.

Communication is made easy for international divers, with the team capable of conducting business and instruction in English, French, Spanish, Tagalog, Dutch, and Italian.

The course catalogue is extensive, covering every stage of the PADI progression. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving or the PADI Open Water Diver course, which can be completed using the eLearning option to allow for self-paced study before the practical sessions.

Advanced divers can progress through the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, and Divemaster programmes. The centre also offers specialised training, including PADI Deep Diver, Peak Performance Buoyancy, and Sidemount diving.

For those looking to move into professional instruction, the IDC (Instructor Development Course) is available on-site. They also offer niche training such as Digital Underwater Photography and AWARE Fish Identification.

For those not travelling with their own kit, Palawan Divers provides a full range of equipment for hire. This includes everything required for a complete dive setup, allowing you to dive without the burden of heavy luggage.

Nitrox is available on-site, providing an essential option for divers looking to extend their bottom time during exploration dives. The centre is also equipped to handle night dives, with the necessary kit and support provided.

The waters around El Nido are home to a diverse array of marine life. You can regularly encounter various species of cephalopods and clownfish amongst the reef structures, while nudibranchs and frogfish provide plenty of interest for those with an eye for macro life.

In the wider region, there are also opportunities to spot dugongs, though these require a keen eye and a bit of luck. The biodiversity of the area makes every dive an opportunity to see something new, from small crustaceans to larger pelagic species.

The reef environments support a healthy ecosystem of various fish and invertebrates, making it a premier destination for both macro photographers and those looking for larger encounters.