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Philippines Liveaboards

Philippines Liveaboards

The Philippines is a liveaboard diving paradise with over 7,600 islands offering extraordinary marine diversity — from the legendary Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park to whale shark encounters in the Visayas. A liveaboard unlocks the most remote and pristine sites that shore-based diving simply cannot reach. Compare all Philippines liveaboard trips on Blue Rides with transparent pricing, verified reviews, and personally vetted vessels. Discover thresher sharks at Malapascua, explore the untouched atolls of Tubbataha, and swim with whale sharks in crystal-clear water. Filter by price, departure date, and region — then book with our best-price guarantee.

What Does a Philippines Liveaboard Cost?

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Budget
$179 – $299 /night

Simple but functional vessels, often locally built with experienced Filipino crew.

Best for:

Budget divers and Coral Triangle explorers

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Mid-Range
$299 – $349 /night

Comfortable vessels with en-suite cabins and professional dive operations.

Best for:

Most divers — great value in paradise

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Premium
$349 – $460 /night

Premium liveaboards with spacious cabins, gourmet cuisine, and exclusive Tubbataha access.

Best for:

Luxury seekers wanting world-class reef diving

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How to Choose the Right Philippines Liveaboard

Philippines liveaboards focus on three main areas: Tubbataha Reef (March–June only), the Visayas (year-round), and Palawan/Coron wrecks. Vessels range from budget wooden boats to modern dive yachts. Water temperature: 26–30°C year-round. The Philippines sits in the heart of the Coral Triangle.

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MY Gypsy

MY Gypsy

8 Guests 2012liveaboard
from $357 / day
Nitrox Available
WiFi
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
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Atlantis Adventurer

Atlantis Adventurer

16 Guests 1989liveaboard
from $390 / day
Nitrox Available
WiFi
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Air Conditioned saloon
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Infiniti

Infiniti

25 Guests 2013liveaboard
from $349 / day
Nitrox Available
WiFi
En-suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Seaview Cabins
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Philippine Siren

Philippine Siren

16 Guests 2013131ft / 40mliveaboard
from $386 / day
Nitrox Available
Open-Air Eating Space
Air-Conditioned Interior Salon
42-inch Television
Spirits and Cocktail Bar
Comfortable Lounge Seating
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Philippines Aggressor II

Philippines Aggressor II

26 Guests 2024140ft / 43mliveaboard
from $299 / day
Nitrox Available
Interior Guest Lounge
In-Room Media Player
Staterooms with Climate Control
Shipboard Book Collection
Private Bathrooms for Every Cabin
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Seadoors

Seadoors

16 Guestsliveaboard
from $335 / day
Nitrox Available
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Towels
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Solitude One

Solitude One

24 Guests 1979171ft / 52mliveaboard
from $460 / day
Nitrox Available
WiFi
En-Suite bathrooms
Individual climate-controlled air conditioning
Hair dryers
Bathrobes
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Dolphin

Dolphin

18 Guests 1996liveaboard
from $326 / day
Nitrox Available
WiFi
En-suite bathrooms
Air-conditioned cabins
Warm water showers
Mini-bar in VIP suites
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Philippines Aggressor

Philippines Aggressor

26 Guests 2024140ft / 43mliveaboard
from $299 / day
Nitrox Available
Bathrooms with Private Ensuites
Supplied Hairdryers
Personalized Climate Control
Complimentary Hygiene Products
Clean Linens
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Resolute

Resolute

16 Guests 1974liveaboard
from $314 / day
Nitrox Available
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly
Camera Station
Non-Smoking Rooms
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Stella Maris Explorer

Stella Maris Explorer

20 Guests 1980liveaboard
from $398 / day
Nitrox Available
WiFi
Fully air-conditioned cabins
En-suite bathrooms
Hot & cold water showers
Memory foam mattresses
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Navis 1

Navis 1

22 Guests 2009liveaboard
from $179 / day
Nitrox Available
WiFi
En-Suite bathrooms
Aircon Cabins
Warm Water Showers
Seaview Cabins
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Palau Sport

Palau Sport

24 Guests 1990liveaboard
from $215 / day
Nitrox Available
WiFi
En-suite bathrooms
Air-conditioned cabins
Warm water showers
Non-smoking rooms
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Best Time to Dive Philippines

The Philippines offers year-round diving, but the best liveaboard season depends on your target region. Typhoon season (Jul–Nov) affects some areas.

Tubbataha Season (Mar–Jun)

The only window to dive the UNESCO-listed Tubbataha Reefs. Calm seas, warm water, and pristine conditions.

Tubbataha ReefsSharks and mantasUNESCO World Heritage

Dry Season Visayas (Dec–May)

Best conditions across the Visayas islands with excellent visibility and calm seas.

Thresher sharksWhale sharksSardine runs

Year-Round Palawan

Coron wrecks and El Nido reefs are diveable year-round with generally good conditions.

WWII wrecksPristine lagoonsGood visibility

Popular Philippines Liveaboard Routes

Most Philippines liveaboards follow well-established routes that maximise marine life encounters. Here are the most popular itineraries:

Tubbataha Reef Expedition

6–7 nightsMar–Jun

The flagship Philippines liveaboard route to the pristine UNESCO-listed Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park from Puerto Princesa.

Visayas Coral Safari

7 nightsNov–May

Island-hopping through the Visayas covering Malapascua (thresher sharks), Leyte, and the vibrant reefs of Cebu and Bohol.

Coron Wreck Diving

5–7 nightsYear-round

Focused wreck diving expedition to the Japanese WWII fleet in Coron Bay, combined with pristine reef and lagoon diving.

Philippines Liveaboard FAQ

Planning your first Philippines dive safari? Below you'll find answers to the most common questions – from visa requirements and costs to what marine life awaits you. If anything is still unclear, our team is happy to help.