Seadoors

Location: Philippines

Rating: 4.7/5 (2032 reviews)

About Seadoors

Embark on an unforgettable diving adventure aboard the Seadoors, a custom-built liveaboard designed for comfort and exceptional underwater exploration in the Philippines' vibrant waters.

The Philippines, an archipelago renowned for its breathtaking marine biodiversity, beckons divers to explore its pristine coral gardens, dramatic walls, and encounters with iconic pelagics. From the UNESCO World Heritage site of Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, teeming with sharks and large schools of fish, to the thresher shark haven of Malapascua and the gentle giants of Leyte's whale shark aggregation points, this region offers an unparalleled underwater spectacle. The Seadoors liveaboard serves as your perfect gateway to these aquatic wonders, providing a comfortable and expertly guided journey through some of the world's richest dive sites. Diving from the Seadoors is an experience crafted for convenience and immersion. With a dedicated dive deck featuring individual gear storage and rinse hoses, divers can prepare for their underwater excursions with ease. The vessel utilizes tenders for diving, ensuring access to remote and diverse sites, while a strict maximum group size of 4 divers per guide allows for personalized attention and enhanced safety. Nitrox is available for extended bottom times, and the crew is equipped to support technical and sidemount diving, catering to a wide range of dive preferences. Night dives are a regular feature, offering a chance to witness the nocturnal magic of the reefs. Life aboard the Seadoors balances adventure with relaxation. The eight air-conditioned cabins, each featuring an en-suite bathroom with hot water, provide a private sanctuary after exhilarating dives. Guests can unwind in the spacious, air-conditioned indoor lounge, perfect for dive briefings, reviewing photos, or enjoying a marine-themed book from the onboard library. For those seeking sun-kissed moments or shaded tranquility, the sundeck offers comfortable loungers and an outdoor shaded lounge, ideal for soaking in panoramic ocean views and spectacular sunsets. Culinary delights are a highlight of the Seadoors journey, with a focus on both local and French cuisine served in the outdoor dining room. Meals are presented buffet-style, ensuring a variety of options for every palate. The full-board meal plan includes delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner, complemented by snacks available throughout the day. Special dietary requirements, such as vegetarian and vegan options, are happily accommodated upon request. Guests can enjoy complimentary soft drinks, tea, and coffee, with beer and a fine selection of wines also available for purchase, creating a convivial atmosphere for sharing dive stories. The Seadoors, a 25-meter vessel, was thoughtfully renovated in 2012 to ensure a modern and comfortable experience for its 16 guests. Powered by two Yanmar engines, she cruises at a comfortable 8 knots with a top speed of 10 knots, efficiently transporting divers to the Philippines' most coveted sites. With a generous water capacity of 27,000 liters and a freshwater maker producing 4,000 liters per day, guests can enjoy ample fresh water. The 7,000-liter fuel capacity ensures extended voyages to remote locations. Embarkation and disembarkation typically occur from Puerto Princesa for Tubbataha itineraries, or Cebu for longer routes like the Mer de Sulu. Return airport and hotel transfers are included in the trip price, simplifying travel logistics for guests. The best diving season in the Philippines generally runs from November to May, offering optimal visibility and calmer seas. The Seadoors is an ideal choice for divers who appreciate personalized service, comfortable amenities, and access to world-class dive sites, whether they are keen photographers, experienced technical divers, or simply seeking an immersive marine adventure.

Vessel Specifications

Length: 25m
Guest capacity: 16
Nitrox: Available

Cabins

Deluxe Cabin (N1 - N2) (sleeps 2) — Queen, Single — These spacious Deluxe Cabins offer a comfortable retreat, each furnished with a queen-size bed and an additional single bed. Guests will appreciate the private en-suite bathroom with hot water and air
Standard Cabin - Lower Deck (N3 - N4) (sleeps 2) — Queen, Single — Located on the main deck, these Standard Cabins provide a cozy and air-conditioned space with a queen-size bed and a single bed. Each cabin features a private en-suite bathroom with hot water for gues
Standard Cabin - Upper Deck (N5 - N8) (sleeps 2) — Queen, Single — Situated on the upper deck, these Standard Cabins offer comfortable accommodation with air conditioning, a queen-size bed, and a single bed. Guests will find a private en-suite bathroom with hot water

Itineraries

Special Visayas Sharks

Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Embarkation: Cebu

This itinerary focuses on the high concentration of shark species found in the northern Visayas. The route travels to Malapascua for its famous thresher sharks, Maripipi for reef sharks, and Bohol for its dramatic walls. The trip is highlighted by an unforgettable encounter with the gentle whale sharks off the coast of Cebu.

Malapascua – Cagayan Expedition

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

A special long-range expedition from Cebu combining the best dive sites of the Visayas with the remote Cagayancillo Islands in the middle of the Sulu Sea. Departing at nightfall heading north to Monad Shoal for the thresher sharks of Malapascua, then the Dona Marilyn wreck and Gato Island tunnel with its night dive. Continuing south to Cabilao and Bohol, the whale sharks of Cebu and Apo Island, before a long crossing into the Sulu Sea to dive the giant seafans of Cagayan — where hammerheads, gre

Special Visayas Sharks 9N

Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights

Embarkation: Cebu

This extended itinerary explores the Visayas, targeting areas with the highest concentration of sharks. Sailing from Cebu, the journey includes Malapascua's famed thresher shark cleaning stations, the reefs of Maripipi, and Manta Point. The route then turns south to visit Bohol's walls, Sumilon Island's reef sharks, and the whale sharks of Oslob.

Southern Visayas

Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Embarkation: Cebu

This itinerary explores the world-renowned sites of the Southern Visayas, celebrated for protected, polychromatic coral reefs and rich marine biodiversity. The route features the stunning walls of Bohol and the vibrant marine sanctuaries near Negros. Highlights include exceptional macrofauna, large schools of fish, and the gentle whale sharks of Tanawan.

Visayas Seascape

Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights

A Visayas kaleidoscope bringing together the most dynamic and panoramic dive sites of the central Philippines. From the thresher sharks of Monad Shoal off Malapascua, the Dona Marilyn wreck and Gato Island tunnel, a day at Maripipi Island for its unique coral fields and cat sharks, south to Bohol (Cabilao, Balicasag, Panglao, Anda bay), the whale sharks of Cebu (Tan-awan/Oslob), and continuing to Apo Island. 10 days / 9 nights with 3–4 dives per day, ~26 dives. Source: seadoors-liveaboard.com/vi

Malapascua Short Cruise

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

A short Visayas cruise from Cebu focused on the signature dive sites of northern Cebu and Malapascua: Monad Shoal for the resident thresher sharks at dawn, Kimud Shoal, Gato Island (tunnel, whitetip reef sharks, night dive) and the Dona Marilyn wreck, with additional dives around Camotes / Leyte depending on conditions. 5 nights with 3–4 dives per day. Source: seadoors-liveaboard.com/malapascua/. The operator does not publish a fixed day-by-day schedule — order of dive sites is adjusted on the f

TUBBATAHA

Duration: 6 Nights

Embarkation: Puerto Princesa

The Tubbataha liveaboard explores Jessie Beazley and the North & South Tubbataha Atolls, a UNESCO marine sanctuary in the heart of the Sulu Sea. Expect drift dives along deep walls, manta cleaning stations, schools of jacks and barracudas, plus regular encounters with grey reef, white-tip, hammerhead, tiger and whale sharks.

MALAPASCUA

Duration: 6 Nights

Embarkation: Cebu

Classic 6-night Visayas itinerary from Cebu Yacht Club. Highlights include the Thresher Shark cleaning station of Monad Shoal, hammerheads of Kimud Shoal, the tunnels of Gato Island, the volcanic reefs of Maripipi/Sambawan, and whale shark snorkelling in Southern Leyte.

VISAYAS ODYSSEY

Duration: 9 Nights

Embarkation: Cebu

Embark on an immersive journey through the Visayas, a dynamic region celebrated for its diverse marine ecosystems. This expedition explores the thresher shark cleaning stations of Malapascua, the vibrant coral gardens of Southern Leyte, and the nutrient-rich waters frequented by whale sharks. From the intricate macro life of Anda Bay to the pelagic encounters at Balicasag and Apo Island, each stop promises unique underwater spectacles. This route combines renowned shark diving with remarkable re

MER DE SULU PALAWAN START 12 J

Duration: 11 Nights

Embarkation: Puerto Princesa

The transition liveaboard crossing the Sulu Sea from Palawan to Cebu in July/August. 4 days in Tubbataha, the remote Cagayan Islands, then south-east via Apo Island, Sumilon (whale sharks) and Bohol — combining the biggest pelagics with the smallest macro creatures.