Private Tour

Snorkeling at a Marine Sanctuary Daytrip from Manila

Overview

Available languages

English

11 hours

Mobile ticket

Spend a day snorkeling at a rich marine sanctuary with giant clams, sea turtles, vibrant corals and countless fish. This day trip from Manila takes you to one of the most biodiverse areas on the planet. Private transportation and snorkeling gear included.

The Philippines has the highest marine biodiversity in the world and the country's greatest attractions are found in its seas and oceans. Only 130 kilometers (80 miles) south of Manila is the underwater paradise of Anilao. It is the most popular scuba diving and snorkeling destination in the country. At no deeper than two meters (6.5 feet) you can already see a multitude of creatures such as feather stars, damsel fish, sea cucumbers, angelfish, sea squirts and the ever-popular clownfish. A little deeper and you can find giant clams and moray eels. If you're lucky you might even run into a sea turtle.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

You will be picked you up at your hotel in Manila at 6:30AM, will make a quick stop along the way for breakfast (optional and at your own expense) and arrive in Mabini, Batangas at around 9:00AM. Your snorkeling guide will give you a quick briefing and help you fit your gear. Then you enter the water from shore and snorkel at a rich marine sanctuary for about 1 hour. Your guide will be in the water with you, leading you through the snorkeling site and pointing out interesting marine life. After the guided snorkeling you can continue to snorkel on your own without a guide. You can also have lunch and hang out by a seaside deck with a pool. There is a restaurant onsite. You will head back to Manila at around 2:00PM and will be dropped off at your hotel at around 5:00PM.