A quick Verde Island Passage getaway: one full day exploring the seldom-dived Islands of Calapan, paired with two nights of comfort at Garden of Eden Dive Resort.
2 Nights / 1 Day
From: USD 330
Stay: Comfortable
This 2-night getaway combines comfort, adventure, and purpose. Spend a full day on a Coral Reef Safari to the uninhabited Islands of Calapan, with three guided dives led by expert naturalists—directly supporting the protection of North Mindoro’s reefs. Stay at Garden of Eden Dive Resort in Puerto Galera, a relaxed and comfortable base for your short escape.
Full Day Coral Reef Safari to the exquisite Islands of Calapan
100% of proceeds support local marine conservation
1 small-group, guided, Coral Reef Safari (3 dives)
Lunch, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks on Coral Reef Safari
Personal Ocean Journal
2 nights at Garden of Eden Dive Resort (B&B)
Carbon offset for all diving activities
All dive equipment
2 Nights / 1 Day
From USD 330* (per person sharing)
From USD 421* (Single)
Starts: Puerto Galera, Philippines
*Standard Room
Your Coral Reef Safari begins with a scenic boat ride from Puerto Galera across the Verde Island Passage to the rarely visited Islands of Calapan. Once there, you’ll spend the day diving three distinct sites, each chosen to showcase the reefs’ variety—from steep coral-covered walls and canyons to coral slopes hiding macro treasures.
Guided by expert wildlife guides, you’ll not only enjoy world-class diving but also learn how to read the reef—spotting key species, behaviours, and ecological patterns that bring the underwater world to life.
Between dives, enjoy fresh snacks and a picnic-style lunch on board or on a nearby beach, with time to relax, swap stories, and take in the views of Mindoro’s coastline. The pace is unhurried, giving you space to both dive deeply and savour the atmosphere above the surface. By late afternoon, you’ll return to Puerto Galera with a Personal Ocean Journal full of sightings and memories of a day on reefs few divers ever see.
TOP TIP — Extend your stay to enjoy extra fun diving days in Puerto Galera’s reefs with Garden of Eden Dive Resort, add more Coral Reef Safaris in the Verde Island Passage, or get involved in hands-on conservation through our Reef Support Crew projects such as Shark Quest, FinVentory & REEFlections.
Every Coral Reef Safari directly funds marine protection through Blue Alliance Philippines, safeguarding North Mindoro’s coastline for wildlife and local communities.
All diving activities are carbon-offset, meaning your adventure leaves a lasting positive impact while helping protect reefs and the people who depend on them.
Your base for the getaway is Garden of Eden Dive Resort, tucked into a quiet corner of Puerto Galera. The resort blends a relaxed, garden setting with easy access to the water, creating a calm and welcoming base between dives. Facilities include a swimming pool shaded by palms, a cosy bar and a restaurant serving hearty meals.
Rooms are simple, comfortable, and well-kept, ranging from budget-friendly Standard Rooms to more spacious options with balconies overlooking the gardens. Air-conditioning, reliable hot showers, and thoughtful touches make it easy to rest and recharge after a full day underwater.
It’s not about luxury trimmings here—it’s about a friendly atmosphere, good food, and the ease of rolling out of bed straight onto the dive deck. The real beauty lies in the relaxed pace and the chance to trade dive stories over a poolside drink.
Making your own way to Puerto Galera, arrive at Garden of Eden Dive Resort to settle in, relax, and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Note: Please let us know if you’d like us to arrange transport to and from Manila, or elsewhere, and we can quote accordingly.
Orientation at the Dive Deck, then a 35–40 min boat ride to the underexplored reefs of Calapan for three guided dives with marine interpretation. Return to Puerto Galera late afternoon.
Note: The order of experiences on particular days may vary based on weather and oceans conditions
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before departing under your own arrangements.
Note: Please let us know if you’d like us to arrange transport to and from Manila, or elsewhere, and we can quote accordingly.
Foster deeper connections with marine life
while embracing sustainable, regenerative travel.
Foster deeper connections with marine life
while embracing sustainable, regenerative travel.
We believe the best wilderness experiences are only possible with skilled guides and passionate naturalists leading the way.
We craft our trips to resonate deeply, leaving an emotional impact that educates, inspires, and cultivates meaningful connections with wildlife and conservation efforts.
Our Coral Reef Safari experiences embody the spirit of regenerative travel, emphasising the well-being of oceanic wildlife, local communities, our destinations, and our guests.
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