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4.213 Google reviewsPlantation Bay - 7 Seas Dive Center
Explore the diverse marine ecosystems of Cebu, from the Danajon reef caverns to the San Juan shipwreck, operating from a PADI 5 Star centre.
What sets this centre apart
- PADI 5 Star dive centre accreditation
- Located within the Plantation Bay Resort & Spa
- Direct shore access to Mactan reefs
- Proximity to Cebu international and domestic airports
- PADI Instructor training available on-site
- Access to marine park sites at Nalusuan and Hilutungan
- Wreck diving available at the San Juan Shipwreck
- Cavern diving opportunities at Danajon Double Barrier reef
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Plantation Bay - 7 Seas Dive Center about the centre
Seven Seas Dive Center is situated within the Plantation Bay Resort & Spa on Mactan Island, Lapu-Lapu City. This location provides easy access to the diverse underwater landscapes of the Cebu region, making it a practical base for both resort guests and divers staying elsewhere in the area.
The centre is a short taxi ride from both the international and domestic airports of Cebu, placing the reefs of Mactan within easy reach. From here, you can access a variety of environments, ranging from shallow reef flats to deeper marine parks and wreck sites.
The club and its team
As a PADI 5 Star dive centre, Seven Seas Dive Center maintains a high standard of professional instruction. The team provides training for all stages of a diver's development, including the Discover Scuba Diving programme for beginners and the full PADI Instructor course for those looking to turn professional.
Instruction is conducted in English, ensuring clear communication for international divers. The centre is well-integrated into the local diving community and the resort infrastructure, providing a structured environment for both recreational exploration and formal certification.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI
- Certification level
- 5 Star
- Website available in
- English
- Management
- English
- Access and transfers
- Le centre de plongée se trouve à une courte distance en taxi de l'aéroport international et domestique de Cebu.
- Accommodation
- Le centre est situé à l'intérieur du magnifique Plantation Bay Resort & Spa. Les clients du complexe et les plongeurs séjournant ailleurs sont les bienvenus.
- Address
- 7X6M+FW9 Plantation Bay, a Real Resort with a Real Spa, Lapu-Lapu, 6015 Cebu, Philippines
- Official website
- 7seas-cebu.com ↗
Courses on offer
The course catalogue at Seven Seas Dive Center covers the entire spectrum of PADI certifications. Beginners can start with the Discover Scuba Diving programme or work towards their PADI Open Water Diver qualification.
For those looking to advance their skills or career, the centre provides professional training pathways, including the PADI Instructor course. This allows divers to progress from entry-level recreational diving to professional instruction on-site.
Equipment and gases
The centre is equipped to support a variety of diving needs, offering kit hire for those not travelling with their own equipment. This includes essential items such as regulators, fins, and masks, as well as wetsuits for thermal protection.
For night diving or exploring darker recesses of the reef, torches are available for hire. The facility is conveniently located within the resort, allowing for easy access to shore-based amenities.
Dive sites with Plantation Bay - 7 Seas Dive Center
Mactan offers pristine reefs with abundant marine life that are accessible directly from the shore. These sites are suitable for all levels, providing a reliable environment for reef exploration.
The San Juan Shipwreck is a significant wreck site available upon request. It offers an opportunity for divers to explore a structured underwater environment and see how marine life interacts with man-made structures.
Danajon Double Barrier Reef features a complex network of caverns within the reef structure. This site is ideal for divers looking to explore more intricate topographies and cave-like formations.
Nalusuan and Hilutungan are both located within marine parks, offering protected environments for observing healthy coral ecosystems. These island sites are a staple of the local diving scene.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
MactanOlongo IslandSan Juan ShipwreckDanajon Double Barrier reef
Marine life around Mactan
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