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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Antony John L
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Aug 2023 • Solo
Deserves more than 5 stars. Divemasters are professional and good with spotting at unique sea creatures. They will really take care of other divers in the group too. Owner is really polite and really nice as well. As of this time, free videos and photo.
Written 26 September 2023
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Gemma
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Aug 2023 • Couples
I highly recommend El Dive! I cannot think of a single negative aspect about El Dive. Everything and everyone exceeded my expectations. The master, Yoshi, was very kind in arranging our diving schedule, and he even offered to organize a surprise birthday party for my partner during our diving trip. Our diving guide, Mark, was exceptional! He was gentle, humorous, and ensured our safety, making me feel extremely comfortable while diving with him. Mark took numerous photos and videos of us, which was fantastic. We enjoyed two days of diving, and I only wish we had more time for additional dives. El Nido is incredibly beautiful, and El Dive proved to be an excellent diving shop, providing us with a fantastic diving experience."
Written 13 September 2023
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희석 정
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Jul 2023 • Friends
El dive family all kind and good peoples. Thanks.
I had very happy time.
사장님 친절하시고, 직원 다이버들도 친절하고 훌륭한 기술을 가지고 있었다.
I had very happy time.
사장님 친절하시고, 직원 다이버들도 친절하고 훌륭한 기술을 가지고 있었다.
Written 9 July 2023
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Simon K
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Jun 2023 • Couples
Highly recommend El Dive!!
The owner Yoshi is super detail-oriented, quick to respond, and caters to the needs of customers very well, including different diving skill levels.
Our divemaster Mark was very friendly, and humorous. He knew exactly where to see all the good stuff, and he made sure that we got lots of good pictures of both us divers and the creatures in the ocean. The dives with him were very enjoyable and felt very safe.
After the dives, they also sent all the pictures and videos to us within a few hours!
The owner Yoshi is super detail-oriented, quick to respond, and caters to the needs of customers very well, including different diving skill levels.
Our divemaster Mark was very friendly, and humorous. He knew exactly where to see all the good stuff, and he made sure that we got lots of good pictures of both us divers and the creatures in the ocean. The dives with him were very enjoyable and felt very safe.
After the dives, they also sent all the pictures and videos to us within a few hours!
Written 26 June 2023
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Gokhan C
2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
The organization was perfect. When we arrived everything was already packed and ready to go. Top quality gear and service. We even couldn’t go the day we were supposed to be going because of illness. That was not a problem at all and we were able to go the day after. Our divemaster Mark was one of the best guides we had during our asia trip 9 months so far. Mark was very friendly, helpful and patient. One of the best dives so far! They even provide free filming under water! We had some great shots while being in a cave. They will provide the best experience as possible!
Written 21 June 2023
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Brian B
South District, Tainan2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
We went for 3 AOW boat fun dives at Yoshi’s diveshop “El Dive”. The quality of the service is very high! Never had such an easy dive experience where everything will be arranged for you by the calm and friendly staff. The boat is spacious and there where 3 instructors for 5 people. Felt like a private dive experience! When we arrived at the boat there was Coffee, some snacks and enough fresh water to get true the day. There was also lunch that was included which was very tasty! The instructors are very experienced and comfortable to dive with. Point out nice things to see underwater and keep you calm at all times! Overall a perfect experience and all this for a very good low price (Y)
Written 21 June 2023
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Any2509
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Jun 2023 • Couples
Many thanks to Mr. Yoshi, Mark the master, and the El Dive team.
Thanks to your thoughtful and competent service, we had amazing adventures underwater.
Despite not being able to swim, I can dive. The Master recorded a lot of footage for us.
Highly advised.
Thanks to your thoughtful and competent service, we had amazing adventures underwater.
Despite not being able to swim, I can dive. The Master recorded a lot of footage for us.
Highly advised.
Written 17 June 2023
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Ryan M
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May 2023 • Solo
A must do activity in El Nido, it was a great 2-day wonderful dive. was a bit discomforting at first, but going along with the friendly instructors which are by the way hands on, and seeing the underwater world made it more exciting despite doing it first time! Surely gonna go back!
Written 5 June 2023
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supitchaya s
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May 2023
I did my First Dive with EL Dive. It was an amazing experience. the staffs are professional, polite and very friendly. Equipment are neatly arranged prior departure. Equipment are clean and new. My instructors GLENN and JOB are the best. they are very calm and always make sure i am ok and enjoy while diving. EL Dive also provides me pictures and video during my diving session. they also provided me a big lunch with many choices. Such an amazing experience!
You guys can find them opposite the famous el Nido bakery shop in the center of the town.
You guys can find them opposite the famous el Nido bakery shop in the center of the town.
Written 28 May 2023
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Rita Wet
2 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
We had 3 days wonderful diving experience. Mr Yoshi is honest and nice man. His crew is very helpful and professional. DM Mark and Job were very patient to help me solve my equalization problem, they made me confident and enjoyed.
Written 26 May 2023
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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.