Philippines – May 17-27, 2026
THERE ARE ONLY 2 SPOTS REMAINING! The Philippines Dumaguete trip is only 4 months away!. Our price for the trip represents a $700 savings for a diver booking a double room and a $900 savings for a diver booking a single room. Sign-up now before the trip is full!
The SeaHorse Dive Club is venturing across the Pacific Ocean to Atlantis Resorts, Dumaguete in the Philippines for 10 nights, May 17-27, 2026. The Philippines is world famous for its diving it is in the heart of the “coral triangle” boasting the world’s highest diversity of marine species (over 1,000 species of nudibranchs!). Dive sites range from soft bottom habitats, to coral rubble, to hard coral reefs and wall dives (Apo Island with over 400 documented species of coral). Hard coral reefs present a technicolor mix of hard and soft corals, sponges, anemones, and crinoids. Most dive sites in Dumaguete are a 10-15 min. boat ride from the resort, so divers mostly pass their surface intervals having refreshments and having snacks. The Philippine people are very friendly and warm toward American visitors so be sure to enjoy the culture as well.
Pieter Booth is our trip leader for this amazing excursion. Contact him at philippines_2026@seahorsediveclub.com.
The package includes:
- 10 nights accommodation at Atlantis Dumaguete.
- Airport transfers to the resort from Dumaguete. The traveler is responsible for arranging transportation to Dumaguete, Philippines.
- All meals at Atlantis Restaurant (chef-prepared breakfast and three-course lunch & dinner).
- Coffee, tea and filtered water are available from 06:00 am to 09:30 pm (Italian and speciality coffees are not included after breakfast).
- Unlimited internet access.
- Unlimited scheduled boat diving (up to four-day dives and one night dive per day); excludes dawn dives and additional day trips.
- One (1) day trip to Apo Island or similar.
The package does NOT include:
- AIRFARE. Travelers are responsible for arranging their own transportation to Dumaguete, Philippines.
- Gratuities.
- Government taxes and fees.
- AIRFARE. I know we listed it twice. It’s that important.
- Everything else in the world that’s not explicitly included above.
- Optional Oslob Whale Sharks Trip US$131.00 per person.
- Nitrox US$219.00 per person
- Marine Park Fees to be billed at checkout (fees were $3.75 per day dive and $9 per night dive at the time of this writing, but may change)
- Rental Equipment.
- Land Excursions.
- Dive or travel Insurance.
Package Pricing
We’ve reserved 9 rooms at this amazing resort. All the prices listed are per-person. A $300 per-person, non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration to hold your spot.
| Room Type | Occupancy | Diver/Non-Diver | Package Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe | Double | Diver | $3,255 |
| Deluxe | Double | Non-Diver | $2,075 |
| Deluxe | Single | Diver | $3,871 |
Non-Diver Activities
The Oslob whale shark experience is open to non-divers, and the resort has several land excursions available including town tour, birding excursions, a market tour, hikes to waterfalls, and a dolphin trip. It may also be possible to schedule snorkel tours through other resorts. Please contact Pieter at philippines_2026@seahorsediveclub.com if you have additional questions regarding non-diver activities.
Atlantis Dumaguete
Atlantis Dumaguete is a full service resort, and designed for divers. It’s highly rated restaurant, dive facilities and staff will make it an unforgettable adventure.
See the Atlantis Dumaguete resort website for detailed information about the resort.
Dive Lockers and Camera Equipment Room
During the orientation, each diver will be assigned a dive locker for storing dive gear. Before each dive, staff will set up divers’ kits and transport them to the boat. All the divers need to carry on board is a mask, fins, snorkel and camera.
Atlantis Dumaguete has one of the most spacious Camera Facilities you will find in any dive resort worldwide. There are 21 individual cubbyholes to store equipment, a work surface with compressed air and 110/220 V. outlets for charging batteries.
See their Facilities and Services page for more details.
Atlantis Restaurant and Bar
Atlantis represents the very best of resort cuisine. Guests frequently refer to it as “the best food we have ever had on a dive vacation.” Atlantis is quoted by Lonely Planet as “world class cuisine”.
Special diets, such as gluten free, can be accommodated if the restaurant knows in advance. Contact your trip leader, Pieter Booth at philippines_2026@seahorsediveclub.com if you have questions.
See their restaurant page for full details.
Atlantis Spa
The resort’s spa offer a private and tranquil area to enjoy your choice of treatment – the perfect way to unwind and add the finishing touches to your vacation. Massages are proven to stimulate and tone the body as well as helping you unwind. Our therapists are trained to international standards. Our prices make this an affordable addition to your dive day… every day.
See the resort’s spa page for full details.
Travel to Atlantis Dumaguete
Philippine Airlines has a direct flight to Manila from Seattle. The flight leaves Seattle just before midnight on May 15th and gets to Manila very early AM on May 17th (lose a day crossing the International date line). The trip dates were set to take advantage of this new direct flight. It gets us to the resort on the morning of May 17th so we can do two afternoon and a night dive if we want!
Contact Pieter at philippines_2026@seahorsediveclub.com for a rate quote with Philippine Airlines. We can get special pricing through a broker
- Participants are wholly responsible for their own travel to and from Dumaguete, including communication with the resort in the event of travel delays.
- Arrival on other flights: For a same-day connection to Dumaguete, guests should arrive in Manila before noon.
- Departure on other flights: International outbound flights should depart Manila after 03:00 PM.
- At the Manila airport, allow 4 hrs. to transfer between International and domestic terminals and flights.
Critical Dates and Deadlines
Here are the important dates regarding payments and cancellations.
| Payment | Reservation Type | Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deposit | All reservations | At sign-up | $300 |
| Payment 1 | Double Diver | 10/16/2025 | $1,628 |
| Payment 1 | Double Non-Diver | 10/16/2025 | $1,038 |
| Payment 1 | Single Diver | 10/16/2025 | $1,934 |
| Final Payment | Double Diver | 02/16/2026 | $1,327 |
| Final Payment | Double Non-Diver | 02/16/2026 | $737 |
| Final Payment | Single Diver | 02/16/2026 | $1,637 |
Cancellation Policy
- Up to 180 days prior to arrival – Loss of deposit
- 180-90 days prior to arrival – 10% Cancellation charge
- 90-60 days prior to arrival – 30% Cancellation charge
- < 60 Days prior to arrival – 100% Cancelation fee
Important Traveler Info
The resort requires proof of all SCUBA certifications, including Enhanced Air Certification for anyone wanting Nitrox. The resort can provide EAN training on site in a 1/2 day session. The resort DOES NOT require a medical approval signed by a doctor.
As of right now (May 13, 2025), no visa is required for US citizens for stays up to 30 days. It is required that you bring your passport, and it is recommended that you have backups, picture in your phone, printed copy in your luggage, etc.
We Highly Recommend Travel Insurance
We do not require that you have travel insurance or dive accident insurance, but it’s generally a good idea. Many of our members use DAN dive accident and travel insurance. This is not an endorsement, just sayin’.
Philippines 2026 FAQ
Common questions and answers about our adventure to the Philippines. If you have a question, please contact our trip leader, Pieter Booth, at philippines_2026@seahorsediveclub.com.
Final Thoughts
We hope you choose to join us. SCUBA travel is a great way to meet and really get to know your fellow club members. If you have any questions, please email philippines_2026@seahorsediveclub.com.
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