Explore the Underwater
Paradise of Puerto Galera
World-class diving, vibrant reefs, and personalized experiences
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Why Dive in Puerto Galera?
30+ Dive Sites
From gentle coral gardens to thrilling drifts, dozens of sites sit within easy reach of shore or boat—perfect for crafting your ideal dive plan.
Year-Round Diving
Warm, tropical water and reliable visibility mean you can dive almost any time—no heavy wetsuits needed.
Easy Access
Quick transfers and fast boats get you from resort to reef in minutes, so you spend more time underwater and less time commuting.
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Top Puerto Galera Dive Adventures
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An Underwater Paradise
For photographers, diving in Puerto Galera reveals a vibrant marine world — from macro life perfect for close-up shots to colorful reefs and historic shipwrecks ideal for stunning wide-angle photography.
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Casalay Dive Center
For photographers, the variety of marine life in Puerto Galera offers countless opportunities for macro photography, while its vibrant reefs and majestic wrecks make for stunning wide angle shots.
- On-site shop & classroom
- Training pool, showers, changing room
- 12L DIN/INT tanks
- Camera room
- Compressor + Nitrox
- Outrigger + speedboat
- 4 day dives, 1 night dive daily
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Learn to Dive in Puerto Galera
Beginner Courses​
Curious about scuba? Start in a pool and get comfortable with scuba gear at your own pace. Kids can join with our Bubblemaker program.
Continuing Education
Take your skills further with courses from Advanced Open Water to Divemaster. We’ll help you build confidence and a deeper connection to the ocean.
Specialty Courses
Add variety to your dives with wrecks, deep dives, or night adventures. These specialty courses reveal the most exciting sides of diving in Puerto Galera.
Not sure where to start? Contact us for a recommendation!
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Meet Our Diving Manager
Gaurav Sharma, founder and dive manager of Casalay’s dive shop, is a PADI IDC Staff Instructor, SDI/TDI Instructor, and PFI Basic Freediving Instructor with over 20 years’ diving experience and 3,000+ dives worldwide. A former military safety professional, he’s certified to train divers from beginners to pros, with 11+ specialties including adaptive diving and marine conservation. His calm expertise, dedication to safety, and deep knowledge of diving in Puerto Galera ensure every experience is safe, memorable, and inspiring.
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Puerto Galera Dive Rates & Prices
Transparent pricing for Puerto Galera diving — fun dives, local dive sites, Verde Island trips, gear rental, and custom packages. Toggle currency to view PHP or USD figures. Training delivered by our certified PADI team at Casalay.
Fun Dives in Puerto Galera
PADI Courses in Puerto Galera
Dive Gear Rental (Per Day)
Dive Packages & Group Bookings
Tell us your dive goals and dates — we’ll tailor stays + dives around Puerto Galera sites and Verde Island.
underwater@casalay.phTerms & Notes
- Rates are valid Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025.
- Nitrox available for certified divers only.
- Full terms provided during booking. Ask if you need a PDF copy.
Puerto Galera Diving – FAQs
From ₱2,000 per boat dive; includes guide, tank, weights, and boat fees (Nitrox extra).
Nitrox ₱500 per tank or ₱1,250/day (unlimited); 10 fills ₱2,500, 20 fills ₱4,000. 15 L tanks available on request.
₱7,000 per person for 2 dives (minimum 4 divers); includes boat and guiding.
Yes — bundles: 3 dives ₱5,400; 5 dives ₱8,000; 10 dives ₱15,000; unlimited diving per day (up to 4 day dives) ₱6,000; unlimited diving with night dive and Nitrox ₱8,000.
Discover Scuba ₱4,500 (~½ day); Open Water ₱25,000 (3–4 days); Advanced ₱22,000 (2–3 days). Gear & boat fees included.