Capt'n Gregg's Dive Resort

Located on the sands of Sabang Beach in Puerto Galera, Capt'n Gregg's Dive Resort has been a fixture of the Mindoro Oriental diving scene since 1983. The resort is a self-contained destination, combining a professional dive centre, an on-site restaurant, and beachfront accommodation. This setup allows you to move seamlessly from your room to the boat without the logistical hassle of local transport.

The resort sits on the southern edge of the Verde Island Passage, an area globally recognised for its immense marine biodiversity. This prime location provides immediate access to dozens of sites, ranging from shallow wreck explorations to advanced vertical walls and high-current drift dives.

The centre is highly qualified, holding affiliations with PADI, RAID, and TDI. This allows them to cater to a broad spectrum of divers, from those taking their first breaths underwater to technical divers requiring advanced gas mixes.

Instruction is available in English, French, Mandarin, and Tagalog, ensuring clear communication during technical briefings or recreational training. Whether you are working through a standard PADI curriculum or advanced technical stages, the staff is equipped to handle the specific requirements of each level.

The training programme is comprehensive, covering every stage of the diving progression. You can begin with Discover Scuba Diving or PADI Scuba Diver courses and progress through Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water, and Rescue Diver certifications.

For those looking toward professional or technical paths, the centre offers Divemaster training and highly specialised courses. This includes Nitrox, Trimix, Sidemount, and Rebreather training, catering to the specific needs of the technical diving community.

The resort operates two speedboats for local excursions. These vessels allow for efficient transit to the surrounding sites, including the nearby reefs and wrecks of the Sabang area.

Onboard services include guide assistance and the option to have lunch served during your trip. The fleet is equipped to handle various dive types, including night dives and drift dives through the canyons.

The centre offers full equipment hire, covering everything from regulators to wetsuits, though it is best to confirm specific kit availability when booking.

For those bringing their own cylinders or requiring specialized gas, the facility is equipped for Nitrox and Trimix. The on-site infrastructure supports a wide range of training, from recreational to technical levels.

The reefs and walls are defined by their vibrant fixed life, including a variety of gorgonians and whip corals. You will encounter a rich array of reef fish and sponges across the different dive sites.

On the deeper walls and during drift dives, larger pelagics are frequently observed. These include schools of jacks and barracuda, as well as thun and barracuda. In certain areas, you may also spot reef sharks near the Chicken Feather cave.

Macro life and smaller inhabitants are found throughout the area, including frogfish and various reef fish. Sea turtles are also a regular presence, particularly around the Sabang Wrecks.

Diving conditions in the area vary significantly depending on the site. The Verde Island Drop-off and The Canyons are known for strong currents, making them suitable for experienced divers.

While many sites are accessible year-round, the drift dive sites like The Canyons are particularly noted for their conditions between November and May.