Palau Sport
Liveaboard · Philippines
Explore the Philippines' underwater wonders aboard this comfortable liveaboard.
About This Vessel
Embark on an unforgettable dive safari through the Philippines aboard the Palau Sport, a newly renovated liveaboard offering exceptional access to world-class dive sites and comfortable accommodations. The Philippines, an archipelago renowned for its unparalleled marine biodiversity, beckons divers with its vibrant coral reefs, dramatic walls, and encounters with magnificent pelagic species. From…
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Onboard Amenities
Dining & Beverages
Dining aboard the Palau Sport is a delightful affair, featuring a blend of Western and local cuisines served buffet-style in the main dining and bar hall. Each meal is a generous spread, typically including four main dishes, fresh salads, hearty soups, and tempting desserts. The culinary team is committed to accommodating various dietary requirements, with vegan and vegetarian options available upon prior request. Throughout the day, guests can enjoy complimentary drinking water, tea, and coffee, along with a selection of snacks. For those who wish to indulge, fine wines, beer, and other alcoholic beverages are available for purchase, creating a relaxed and convivial atmosphere during meals and social gatherings.
Dive Equipment & Setup
Dive Area & Sites
The Philippines offers a spectacular array of dive sites, from the world-renowned Tubbataha Reef to the diverse ecosystems of the Visayas and the historic wrecks around Coron. The Palau Sport ensures divers experience the best of these regions, with itineraries tailored to showcase the unique marine life and underwater topography. Expect vibrant coral gardens, encounters with reef sharks, turtles, and a myriad of tropical fish. Visibility is generally excellent, often exceeding 30 meters, providing breathtaking views of the underwater landscape. The professional dive guides on board are highly experienced, ensuring safe and memorable dives for all skill levels, including night dives and opportunities for sidemount diving. Guests can look forward to up to four dives per day, carefully planned to maximize exposure to the best sites while considering currents and conditions. The dive deck is well-organized, offering ample space for gear setup and individual rinse stations. Two tenders are used for transporting divers to and from dive sites, ensuring efficient and comfortable access to remote locations. Nitrox is available, allowing for longer bottom times and enhanced safety. The crew's dedication to guest safety and satisfaction makes every dive an enriching experience.
Important Information
What's Included
VAT · Port Fees
Not Included & Local Fees
Fuel Surcharge (200 USD per trip) · Mandatory Service Charge (100 USD)
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are not included in the trip price. Optional airport transfers are available for 150-180 USD per trip. Optional hotel transfers are also available for 150-180 USD per trip. For Tubbataha itineraries (March-June), embarkation and disembarkation are typically in Puerto Princesa.
Insurance Recommendation
We strongly recommend all guests to purchase comprehensive dive accident insurance and trip cancellation insurance before departure. Dive accident insurance covers medical treatment, hyperbaric chamber costs, and emergency evacuation in the event of a diving incident. Trip cancellation insurance protects your financial investment — not only if you need to cancel or cut short your trip due to personal illness, injury, or other unforeseen circumstances, but also if the trip is postponed or cancelled by the operator due to severe weather, technical issues, or other operational reasons. In the unlikely event of operator insolvency, cancellation insurance can also help recover your payments. Please ensure your policies are valid for the entire duration of your trip and cover the planned activities.
Rental Gear
15L tanks: 175 USD per trip · BCD: 12 USD per day
Accommodation
Suite Cabin
Queen
These comfortable cabins feature a queen-size bed, providing a cozy retreat after a day of diving. Each suite is fully air-conditioned and includes a private en-suite bathroom for your convenience.
Twin-berth Cabin
Twin
Ideal for friends or solo travelers, these cabins offer two comfortable twin beds. Each air-conditioned cabin is equipped with a private en-suite bathroom for your comfort and privacy.
Booking & Travel FAQ
How does the booking process work?
Select a cabin and departure on Palau Sport, and we send a real-time inquiry to the operator. After availability is confirmed, you receive a booking confirmation by email and secure your spot with a deposit.
When do I need to pay?
A deposit (usually 25-35%) is due upon confirmation. The remaining balance is typically due 4-8 weeks before departure, depending on the operator.
What documents will I receive?
After your final payment, you'll receive a travel voucher with meeting point, embarkation time, airport transfer details, packing tips, and your full itinerary.
How do I get to the boat?
Most liveaboards depart from a designated marina. Many operators offer airport pickup and transfers — details are in your voucher. We recommend arriving one day before departure.
What certifications do I need?
A valid dive certification (e.g. PADI Open Water), dive insurance, and a valid passport. Some destinations require additional permits or visas — we inform you during booking.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Cancellation terms vary by operator and are in your confirmation. Generally, the earlier you cancel the higher the refund. Changes depend on availability — contact us as soon as possible.
Vessel Technical Overview
Vessel Specifications
Navigation & Safety Systems
What guests say online
How is this overall rating calculated?
The headline score is the simple average of the category scores shown below (Boat, Crew, Value, Diving, Dive sites, etc.), each weighted equally. The review count reflects how many source reviews back the underlying analysis. When no category breakdown is available for a vessel, the headline falls back to the guest-weighted average across source platforms.
The Palau Sport is an older but well-maintained liveaboard, purpose-built for diving in the Philippines. Guests frequently praise the efficient and helpful crew, the quality of the food, and the overall value provided.
- +Efficient and helpful crew
- +Good food
- +Well-maintained and purpose-built for diving
- +Good value
Based on approximately 42 reviews. Aggregated rating based on reviews from multiple independent dive travel and operator platforms as well as on ratings from our customers. Public statements from diving forums and community platforms may also be incorporated as text into the highlighted praises and critiques. Ratings are independently calculated and are not affiliated with or endorsed by the source platforms.
All routes of this liveaboard
- Regular trip Tubbataha (Puerto Princesa - Puerto Princesa) · 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Coron/Busuanga Transition 1 (Danglayan Port, Batangas City - Coron Port, Palawan) · 6 nights
- Coron/Busuanga Transition 2 (Coron Port, Palawan - Danglayan Port, Batangas City) · 6 nights
- Coron Wrecks & Dugongs · 4 nights
- Transition Trip 1 Tubbataha (Danglayan - Puerto Princesa) · 8N
- Transition Trip 2 Tubbataha (Puerto Princesa - Danglayan) · 8N
- Transition Trip 1 - Southern Trip: Apo - Coron - El Nido (Danglayan Port, Batangas - Coron Port, Palawan) · 13 Days / 12 Nights
- Regular Trip - Southern Trip (Coron Port, Palawan - Coron Port, Palawan) · 10 Days / 9 Nights
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