El Dive
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We are a cosy and professional dive shop with PADI certificate instructors and brand new Mares equipments. We take time for our guests, want to create an unforgettable experience and would like you to enjoy the surroundings of El Nido, on surface and offshore, it's not only about the diving, it's about the heart of the sealife! Therefore our slogan is: take your time, go slow, definitely no rush!
El Nido, Philippines
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2023
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Mervs A
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Friends
My first ever scuba diving experience was scary but became an amazing experience I will not forget. I was so elated swimming with at least 5 sea turtles.
Written March 18, 2024
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hideko z
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Mar 2024 • Couples
This shop is excellent for Japanese and all diver because they respect safety dive.The lounch was delicious and all staff were kind for us.Especialy Mr.Otsuka is best instracter for begginer.
Written March 18, 2024
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Crozolo Andreea
Valenii de Munte, Romania1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Couples
It was the best experience from El Nido. The instructor was great with us, he explained really good and he was really calm, even I panicked in the beggining.
Written March 10, 2024
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Kirsty L
4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
What an amazing morning and afternoon with Job and the crew - huge thank you to them for taking such good care of us whilst carrying out three dives around El Nido - twin rocks, south miniloc and underwater tunnel.
It was a very well organised and chill day. We had the boat to ourselves due to no other bookings that day, so the pace was slow and we were able to agree the various dive sites.
The day included a delicious lunch, all equipment and we were able to get a shower back at the office where towels were provided.
We saw some of the most pretty coral and a stingray, ribbon eel, hawksbill turtle, mantis shrimp, big eye snappers, lobster, sea slugs, furry crayfish (?) and so many other tropical fish.
Recommend!
It was a very well organised and chill day. We had the boat to ourselves due to no other bookings that day, so the pace was slow and we were able to agree the various dive sites.
The day included a delicious lunch, all equipment and we were able to get a shower back at the office where towels were provided.
We saw some of the most pretty coral and a stingray, ribbon eel, hawksbill turtle, mantis shrimp, big eye snappers, lobster, sea slugs, furry crayfish (?) and so many other tropical fish.
Recommend!
Written March 6, 2024
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Valentina
London, UK1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Couples
I did my Open Water Course with El Dive on 22-23 February 2024, and it was the best experience ever! All the staff at el Dive was very kind and professional, all equipment was functioning well and organisation was superb. We went out on small boats with max 1 instructor for 2 people.
A special shout out to Mark, my dive instructor, for his professionalism, patience and reassurance. His explanations were the clearest and he made sure we mastered the skills that we were practicing without ever rushing us.
We got to see some interesting marine life such as turtles, crocodilefish and electric clams, and some really nice pictures and videos were taken and sent on the same day.
There's also a nice bakery opposite the shop to get breakfast before going out :)
I would definitely recommend El Dive, and Mark, if you're thinking of doing your Open Water course in El Nido!
A special shout out to Mark, my dive instructor, for his professionalism, patience and reassurance. His explanations were the clearest and he made sure we mastered the skills that we were practicing without ever rushing us.
We got to see some interesting marine life such as turtles, crocodilefish and electric clams, and some really nice pictures and videos were taken and sent on the same day.
There's also a nice bakery opposite the shop to get breakfast before going out :)
I would definitely recommend El Dive, and Mark, if you're thinking of doing your Open Water course in El Nido!
Written March 3, 2024
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Emily R
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Feb 2024 • Solo
The team were so lovely and my instructor made me feel so comfortable in the water! Had the chance of seeing 4 turtles and lots of amazing fish! So happy with the experience I am going back to complete my certificate with the team. A must do in El Nido with this dive shop :)
Written February 22, 2024
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Wanda
Palawan Island, Philippines33 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
超級推薦艾妮島潛店,無證照的體驗潛水、考潛水證照、有照潛旅,大推!
Enjoy the underwater time with El Dive whenever I miss the underwater in El Nido.
Enjoy the underwater time with El Dive whenever I miss the underwater in El Nido.
Written February 21, 2024
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amir a
4 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
Amazing dive Centre, great experienc!
Mr. Yoshi San (The Owner) is very kind and professional, he would go extra miles for you to have the best experience.
All the dive masters are great, friendly and attentive to your needs, great briefing prior to each dive and they keep the pace to match all divers' levels.
The food was delicious and in a variety.
If you are looking for a high quality diving trip you definitely have to go with El Dive.
Thank you guys you raised the bar.
Mr. Yoshi San (The Owner) is very kind and professional, he would go extra miles for you to have the best experience.
All the dive masters are great, friendly and attentive to your needs, great briefing prior to each dive and they keep the pace to match all divers' levels.
The food was delicious and in a variety.
If you are looking for a high quality diving trip you definitely have to go with El Dive.
Thank you guys you raised the bar.
Written February 21, 2024
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Le Hen D
Shanghai, China1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Family
What a great experience with El Dive and our Dive instructor Glen ! With our daughter (12 years old) we really enjoyed the Discovery of Scuba Diving. Very professional and very kind.
Written February 19, 2024
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silvana l
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Solo
Such a great experience! Loved diving in this amazing location, and the whole El Dive team made it even more enjoyable. Definitely would repeat.
Written February 19, 2024
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Hello
Three of us are planning 3-day dive trip (arriving El Nido on Oct 14 and departure on 18th)
1. How much will be fun dive / day?
2. How many dives / day?
3. What’s the price of gear rental?
Thank you.
Anita
emaliCalafornya
San Jose, CA36 contributions
Hi,
Would you have a speedboat for our group of 10 adults and 3 kids aged 5, 7, 9?
Could we combine tour or big or small lagoon with an intro dive?
Date of travel Dec 28-Jan 1.
Thanks!
GonSR®
Montevideo, Uruguay
Hi, with some friends we almost finish the SSI OPEN WATER DIVE course, so we are planning to travel there for a dive. We want to know costs and service terms.
Thank you!!
How much is the rate for a PADI Open Water course at El Dive now? How many open water dives are included? I want to book during june 21 to 23.
Mauro D
Rijeka, Croatia17 contributions
It was around 400 euros, you have 6 dives in 2 days and lunch on the ship. And you must take test after.
twallstone
Fuji, Japan
11月6.7.8日、予約可能でしょうか。フルレンタル希望、男性1名、ビギナーです。
El_NidoYoshi
El-Nido1 contribution
ご予約可能です。魚影の濃い群れの中で、まったりダイビングをお楽しみ下さい。潜水予定日、認定レベル、経験本数、最終潜水日、ご予定ご宿泊先等を添えて、ご予約お待ちしております。
twallstone
Fuji, Japan
11月5から10日にダイビング旅行を予定しています。予約可能でしょうか。男性1名。フルレンタル希望のビギナーです。1日2ダイブ3日間
程度を考えています。見積もりをお願いします。また、近くにお勧めの宿はありますか。
それから、サイトに繋がらないのですが、連絡先はどちらにしたらよいでしょうか?
El_NidoYoshi
El-Nido1 contribution
ご予約可能です。魚影の濃い群れの中で、まったりダイビングをお楽しみ下さい。潜水予定日、認定レベル、経験本数、最終潜水日、ご予定ご宿泊先等を添えて、ご予約お待ちしております。
Edwige M
Grenoble, France8 contributions
Bonjour, combien coûte le PADI et sur combien de temps ça se passe? (combien de tps de plongée également)?
J'ai déjà fais un baptême de plongée en France, mais mon copain jamais, est-ce qu'il peut passer le PADI avec moi ou non?
Merci! =D j'espère à bientôt à El Nido
El_NidoYoshi
El-Nido1 contribution
Thank you for contacting us.
Our rates are 19,000pesos for 3days course include 4 open water dive listens and 5module confined dive( safety skill excises, they take about 2dives ), rental gears, PADI education materials, lunch while going out for diving, boat fee and etc. only one thing, not included is the eco-tax 200peso/tourist, 10days value. If you join his course and you are certified, we charge fun diving fee 3,600 pesos for 1day, also include lunch, rental gears and etc. then if you are not certified yet, we charge 17,500php to broth of you. If you want to more detail, please email us. Thank you and the best regards. Yoshi
Anuja1610
Bengaluru, India
Hi!
How much is the daily dive cost? I am a beginner and will need to take an introductory course and would like to go for the daily dive that includes 3 dives in total as shown in your website. We would be visiting in January 2016
Bob H
Sydney, Australia33 contributions
Hi , I was a beginner as well go to the place the night before and do the introduction and they take u out the next day for your first lesson . All up lesson and two dives lunch boat all included cost me $115. Australian dollars .
You have to be at the shop at 8am and you return at about 4 pm so it’s all day .
chmntr
Manila, Philippines61 contributions
How much is the rate for a PADI Open Water course at El Dive? How many open water dives are included?
El_NidoYoshi
El-Nido1 contribution
We offer discounted price. Our PADI Open Water Course for 3 days is 18,000 php/pax instead of 21,000 php/pax, equivalent of 4 dives and our 4 days course is 21,000 php/pax instead of 24,000 php/pax, equivalent of 6 dives.