Diving in Tubbataha
Imagine yourself surrounded by pristine hard corals as far as the eyes can see, thousands and thousands of reef fish, cruising sharks and rays, swimming turtles and drop offs into oblivion. Welcome to Tubbataha!
The Atlantis Azores is just wrapping up another spectacular season in this UNESCO World Heritage Site – and we can’t wait to come back again next season.
Our divers this year experienced adrenaline rush diving with Mantas, Tiger Sharks, Whale Sharks, Hammerhead Sharks, Grey Reef Sharks, White-tip Sharks, Nurse Sharks, Turtles, Schools of Barracuda, Dog-Tooth Tuna, Moorish Idols, Spadefish, and so very much more. Some divers even got to witness the extremely territorial nesting behaviors of the Titan Triggerfish, who were out in full-force during the latter part of April. On the smaller side of things, our macro photographers found Ornate Ghost Pipefish, Seahorses, Frogfish, and of course – Nudibranchs!
Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is home to no less than 573 species of fish, 373 species of corals, 11 species of sharks, 12 species of dolphins and whales, nestling hawksbill and green sea turtles. No wonder this remote ‘hidden gem’ of the Philippines is a haven for larger pelagics and even larger schools of fish.
Atlantis Azores offers 7 night liveaboard trips throughout the 12-week season beginning in mid-March through to mid-June.
For the 2018 season we still have a few spaces left, but these spaces will fill fast.
Now’s the perfect time to visit this magical “Wonder of Nature’, so why wait any longer to book this “must see” diving destination and experience for yourself…the magic of Tubbataha!
There should be no doubt that Tubbataha needs to be on
every divers bucket list.
And the best way to do Tubbataha is aboard the Atlantis Azores.
Getting to Tubbataha
Guests fly internationally into Manila (MNL) then board a domestic flight (approximately 1-¼ hours) to Puerto Princesa (PPR), which is located on the island of Palawan.
Guests board the Atlantis Azores Saturdays at 5pm. We cast off from the port around 7pm for the 10-hour journey to Tubbataha where we arrive the next morning in time to start diving.
Dive Sites
Tubbataha is located in the Sulu Sea, at the center of the Coral Triangle between Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines. Rarely visited due to its location and its status as a marine preserve, Tubbataha is made up of two reefs, simply referred to as the North and South Reefs. The North and South Reefs both enclose a sandy lagoon. On the southern tip is an islet with a lighthouse. This is used as a rookery for birds and is frequented by turtles.
What our guests says about Tubbataha?
What Makes Atlantis Special?
The people. You come first in everything we do, whether it’s your honeymoon, your first time on scuba or a dedicated photo dive for the most experienced divers. Our resort team has decades of experience, but what makes us stand out is the way we make you feel. When you return, which we are sure you will, it’s just like coming home.
Special Offers
Dive into our special offers and enjoy Atlantis’ five star service at an incredible value!
Last Minute Liveaboard Availability
Dive this fall with our last minute special $600 Off plus 2 free nights at Atlantis Puerto Galera resort!
Bring Your Kids Diving For FREE
Through the end of 2024, kids under 18 stay, dine and dive at Atlantis for FREE! Family members 18-30 years enjoy 50% off! Non-divers can experience a Try Scuba FREE!
