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The Philippines and its wonderful waters |
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Monday, 29 June 2009 |
By Ray5 Wilson5
 Not many destinations, perhaps none, are beter places to scuba dive than the Philippines. And with good reason. A nation comprising of 7,107 islands in an archipelago with coastal waters in four distinct seas is well placed to provide a huge, rich variation of dives, and has dives suitable for all standards of diver, from the complete novice who has never seen a wetsuit in their life, to the experienced professional. The Philippines has over two million visitors annually, and it is unsurprising to those who know the place that many of these visitors come specifically to scuba dive.
Importantly, all Philippine dive activity is organised by the Professional Association of Dive Instructors (PADI). For first-timers, the full PADI Open Water Diver program can be completed in roughly four days, and will probably cost around US$300. Learners should always check the certification of the dive centre that they intend to take their course with. The adept should also check this out before diving: it is important to make sure their dive guide, should they be attempting a difficult dive in dangerous waters, is fully
qualified. Also, most companies such as Go Travel provide travel insurance for divers that requires PADI certification.
It is difficult to communicate just how many different dives there are in the Philippines, but it's much easier to pick the cream of the attractions. Palawan is often called the last frontier of diving, where divers can see the wrecks of Japanese World War II vessels, in the company of such marine life as dolphins and manta rays. Tubbataha Reef, situated in the Sulu Sea towards the south-east of the Philippine archipelago, offers what is largely recognised as some of the best diving in the world. It's not the easiest place to get to, but thousands of divers who have been would attest that it is worth the trip. Puerto Galera is popular for its beaches as well as its diving opportunities, a good place to stay for travellers who like a bit of nightlife after a day beneath the waves.
The Philippines can be reached from most countries. There are also frequent and affordable internal flights between the islands, best booked locally.
For great deals on multi trip travel insurance visit Go Travel Insurance.
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