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Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines
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Dive Center and Dive Resorts on Malapascua
Island, Cebu
Cebu Island has more than 160 surrounding islands
that belong to the Cebu province. One of this (very small) islands is Malapascua
Island, which is very famous for the dive spot "Monad Shoal" where you
can see thresher sharks during your dive (many times you can find also the spelling treasure
shark, but thresher shark ist the correct spelling).
One of the diving centers there say on their homepage: "Malapascua is the only
place in the world where you can dive with the magnificent thresher sharks every day"...
Yes, probably the thresher sharks are there every day, but anyway you have to be lucky to
see them (and you cannot dive with them, if you are so lucky to see them, just stay very
calm on your place and don't move, then they will stay a longer time).
The best way to see the thresher sharks is to go very early - before sunrise - so you can
jump into water before the sun is shining, and wait in about 15 -20m depth, near the
ground and near the drop off. And - if possible - don't go there with a (large) group of
divers. I was there alone with my diveguide (and also no others boats around us) and we
have seen the thresher sharks for more than 25 minutes swimming around - and after that
time - I was really very lucky on that day - also a Manta Ray appeared and take some
rounds... before a group of 8 divers arrived and the thresher sharks and also the manta
ray immediatly disappeared... they are still shy, even there so many divers aoround this
diving spot almost during the whole year...
There are a lot of different Dive Shops / Diving Centers on Malapascua Island, most of
them in walking distance to the resorts on this island. I would recommend not to book all
your dives in advance, except you stay there during the (european) holiday seasons... Why
I recommend this? Well, there are some reasons for this... I just want to say, that you
are more flexible, don't have to pay in advance and - don't worry - you will get (at
least) the same (package) prices as if you book in advance...
Malapascua Island is accessible by a 30-minute public ferry ride (or
private boat transfer) from the main, Cebu Island and about 3-4 hours transfer from Cebu
City / the Mactan Cebu International Airport. If you arrive in the afternoon in Cebu
City, you have to stay overnight in Cebu, because there is no boat transfer to Malapascua
Island during the night time.
I suggest the Alpa City
Suites Hotel for your overnight stay in Cebu City, it is a realy good hotel, has a
very nice, friendly stuff and better rooms (suites!) for a cheaper price than most of the
international big hotels in Cebu City. Since I stayed there my first time, I always choose
the Alpa
City Suites Hotel (and I have been there already many times).
The transport to Malapascua will be arranged by the resort, where you stay during your
holidays on Malapascua Island, just ask them, they are happy to arrange this for you and
pick you up in your hotel in Cebu City, or direct from the Mactan Cebu International
Airport.
Thresher shark on Monad Shoal, Oct. 8th 2010 © by JKK |
Thresher shark on Monad Shoal, Oct. 8th 2010 © by JKK |
Manta Ray on Monad Shoal, Oct. 8th 2010 © by JKK |
Thresher shark on Monad Shoal, Oct. 8th 2010 © by JKK |
| Youtube Video: Tresher Shark Monad
Shoal, Oct. 8th 2010 |
 Ocean Vida Beach and Dive Resort
Bounty Beach Logon, Malapascua Island, Daanbantayan, 6013 Malapascua
Situated along Bounty Beach, Ocean Vida Beach Resort is a 20-minute boat ride from Monad
Shoal, a famous dive site. The resort offers rooms with garden or sea views. Massages can
be done in-room or by the beach.
Ocean Vida Beach and Dive Resort is an hour’s boat ride from
Calanggaman Island. Mactan International Airport is a 30-minute boat ride and a further
3-hour drive away. Decorated with wooden flooring and furniture, rooms each have a
balcony. A minibar and tea/coffee-making facilities are provided. A safety deposit box is
included. Snorkelling and diving can be done by the beach.
Fresh seafood, local and international dishes are served in the restaurant, which
overlooks the beach. A wide range of Chilean, Australian and French wines are also
offered.
 Tepanee
Beach Resort
Malapascua Island, Logon, Daanbantayan, 6013 Malapascua
Offering a tropical beach getaway, Tepanee Beach Resort on Malapascua Island has private
beach access and free Wi-Fi. It features cozy rooms with wooden furnishings.
Rooms at Tepanee Beach come with both air-conditioning and a ceiling fan. Decorated with
colorful walls and unique log beds, each room has a private balcony, minibar and personal
safe.
Guests can explore the surrounding area or enjoy water sports activities by the beautiful
beach. Tepanee also provides a massage center.
Activities: Massage, Library, Diving, Snorkeling...
 Slam's Garden Resort
Malapascua Island, Barangay Logon, Daan-Bantayan, 6013 Malapascua
On the island of Malapascua, SLAM’S Garden Resort is only 30m from Logon Beach.
Offering air conditioned rooms surrounded by grounds, it provides free Wi-Fi throughout
the resort.
Rooms at SLAM’S Garden Resort come with a private terrace and a safe. Some rooms also
include a fridge. The private bathrooms feature separate bathrooms and shower rooms.
The staff can arrange massage treatments and island tours for guests. There are
dive shops and dining options surrounding the resort. Drinks can also be enjoyed
at the resort’s small bar.
 Mangrove Oriental Resort Malapascua
Logon, Daanbantayan, Cebu, 6013 Malapascua
Situated on the beautiful Malapascua Island, guests at The Mangrove Oriental Resort enjoy
a private beach area. It also features a tour desk, an on-site library and easy access
to world famous diving spots. Wi-Fi is free in the entire resort.
The standalone bungalows are well equipped, featuring a private balcony and views of the
sea or tropical gardens. They have a fan or air conditioning, a seating area and a safety
deposit box. All bungalows at Mangrove Oriental Resort Malapascua have an en suite
bathroom.
 Hippocampus Beach Resort
Logon, Daanbantayan, 6013 Logon
Hippocampus Beach Resort enjoys a beachfront location on Malapascua Island, a 35-minute
boat ride from world famous dive site, Monad Shoal. It provides cozy rooms with private
balcony.
Rooms offer great views of the ocean or tropical grounds. They have private bathroom
facilities and feature either air conditioning or a fan.
Hippocampus Resort organizes excursions and island tours for an additional fee. Guests can
also enjoy water sports like snorkeling and diving. For more relaxing options, massage
services are available.
The restaurant is located on the beach and offers an international menu. Refreshing
cocktails are provided at Magellan's Bar. There are some Dive Shop / Diving
Centers right next to the Hippocampus Beach Resort.
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Nude Branch, Malapascua Island |
Mandarin Fish , Malapascua
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Nude Branch, Malapascua Island |
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Nice soft corals,
Malapascua Island |
Blue Ring Octopus |
Banded Coral Shrimp |
All underwater
pictures taken on dive spots around Malapascua Island, October 2010 © JKK |
Dive Center Malapascua Island,
Cebu, Philippines:
 SeaQuest Dive Center Malapascua: SeaQuest Dive Center is
a 5 Star Dive Center. This means that next to organizing fun dives they also offer a
complete range of scuba diving courses. SeaQuest can introduce you to the wonderful
underwater life (introduction dive) and can also teach you to become a professional PADI
Scuba Dive Master. The SeaQuest Dive Center is located right on the main beach of
Malapascua, Bounty Beach.
There are also SeaQuest Dive Centers in Moalboal (Panangsama Beach) and Bohol (Alona Beach
on Panglao Island) and SeaQuest offers discounted dive packages that can be used on all
their locations - perfect for your dive vacation. SeaQuest also offers a very nice dive
safari that take you diving on the best places of the Visayas: Moalboal (Pescador Island),
Apo Island, Siquior Island and Panglao Island.
Contact
SeaQuest Dive Center
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To be continued...
More information about diving in Cebu (Visayas), Philippines, Scubadiving Centers,
Diving Schools, DiveShops and Resorts with Dive Center in the Philippines wil be added
soon...
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