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Beach Resort Hotel and Dive Center with Waterfront and Poolside rooms. We also feature small Beach Cottages and 1 to 3 bedroom Waterfront Suites. 2 beachside restaurants serving Starbucks coffee. PADI and NAUI dive instruction. Between Scandi Divers Resort, and our sister resort, Campbell’s Beach Resort (only 50 meters away), we have a wide range of rooms and suites to choose from. A large percentage of our rooms are oceanfront, so you can make the most of the incredible ocean views from Big Lalaguna Beach. Located ten minute’s walk from the center of the bustling little town of Sabang, Big Lalaguna Beach affords our guests a peaceful and family friendly environment, whilst being close enough to Sabang that guests can easily go back and forth as they please. Sabang is well known for it’s energetic nightlife, and when you’ve had enough, it’s just a hop and a skip back to the serenity of Big Lalaguna Beach.
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This was my 5th trip to Scandi in the past two years - I cannot say enough great things about this place - a true diver's style resort. First and foremost - the staff is the most welcoming and friendliest I've ever met traveling the world anywhere! The dive staff is passionate and full of local knowledge, and the diving itself is amazing - they don't call it the center of marine biodiversity in the world for nothing! The rooms are clean and comfy with plenty of hot water and cold aircon and the food is spectacular. Highly recommend visiting!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Scandi is fantastic. This resort is an incredible value for the area. I don’t need to comment much on diving, as the reviews here and other sites like Scubaboard speak for themselves. The dive masters, dive shop staff and boat staff are patient and great. We booked a daylong trip to Verde island and were provided a freshly cooked lunch on a scenic shelter off the island beach. It was refreshing to see the crew hanging out and not counting down the seconds until they could pack us on the boat again. The people here genuinely seem to enjoy each other’s company. Scandi feels like a family. One thing that surprised me was the quality of the food. Food wasn't the reason we came here - but it could have been. My wife and I agreed that we had some outstanding soups and other dishes there. There’s a lot of creativity on display. I’m not kidding about the soups; they tasted so real and pure. These were some of the best soups I've had in my life. The setting is gorgeous, with a tropical paradise vibe (more below), and within a taxi ride or short walk to towns. If you have a traveling companion who does not dive, they’ll be Ok here. A few more details if you want to read on: GETTING THERE. The weak link in getting to Puerto Galera - not just Scandi - is a water taxi service called Hap & Go. Bear in mind folks, they serve all Puerto Galera, so this is not unique to Scandi, ok? Don’t hold them against an individual resort. Just read on and be ready. Arrival: You can book a water taxi to the resort, and pay through the resort - but at the cement slab port at Batangas, someone with their face covered may demand a couple hundred pesos in an ‘admission fee. I had most of my money packed away, which was dumb of me. I asked our car driver, who fortunately was still there, to call the resort and find out if this charge was legit. It turns out the website of Hap & Go says you should pay a 50 peso port fee per person regardless of whatever fee you paid for transportation. So if I had known the name of the taxi company in advance and done the research, I should have expected a port charge. Scandi picked up on my consternation and covered the port fee. The moral of this story is, always be ready in the Philippines to have your hands on money to pay the nice people when you need to. It’s not that much money for most travelers; I just want to alert you to have cash ready. The ride is super fast, but super bumpy and damp. After the shakedown at the port, my wife and I were seated opposite each other to balance the boat. We couldn't whisper so we locked eyes and both wondered through looks if we had done the right thing here. Well, once we arrived, all was well. I don't want you to hold the whole thing against Scandi, just be prepared so you can be more ready to arrive and get into the tropical paradise mood. If Hap & Go had a Tripadvisor page, I'd be leaving a longer review than even this one :) In terms of departure, I suggest you ask to leave about 30-60 minutes before Scandi suggests. Hap & Go arrived late. They stopped the trip along the way to add more gas to the tank. And your land driver will cope with the relentless congestion in, first, the maze that is Batangas and then, Manila - and of course have to stop to add gas at a station along the way, just like the arrivals driver. Give yourself a little more time and you’ll be ready tor the Manila Airport (which was remarkably well-organized and friendly, and we made boarding time with some minutes to spare). THE LOCATION IS AMAZING: This actually brings up a point I didn’t get from Tripadvisor reviews until I actually saw this place. Location, location, location. I didn’t realize how great Scandi’s location is, vs. most of the other resorts in and around Sabang, the central city of Puerto Galera. Scandi is one of a couple of resorts located in a beach area called Big La Laguna that is buffered by a foothill staircase, and a 20-minute walk from, the city of Sabang. Most other resorts, such as Atlantis, are located in Sabang. Go to Youtube, look up night scenes of Sabang, and you can decide if you want to stay there. The beach at Scandi is vastly cleaner and calmer, and the area is much quieter. For us, we liked that. If you’re a party animal, go you - you might come to a different conclusion. Or if you have a companion who wants to shop, shop, shop, it's worth looking at the city. They have a new boardwalk that's scenic. But if you’re there for a beach, Big La Laguna is a win. SCANDI WILL PAMPER YOU. The final thing to know is that they really mean it about customer service. The staff was always ready to help. The staff was incredibly patient with us as we re-learned diving after being rusty from the pandemic break. My wife brought boots that didn’t fit and were impossible to remove from her feet when wet - but the staff got them off and didn’t blink an eye at the task. We came down with traveler’s diarrhea and my wife got the chills, and they took good care of us. There’s a petite but well-stocked store located literally behind the resort that has probiotics. They won't hustle you like a shop in Sabang. Back at the resort, when my wife had the chills, the server brought her both warm tea and warm water. Oh and she loved the massages that you can book through the resort. (And don't you dare hold the illness against any particular resort, it's all part of traveling in this area. This wasn't our first rodeo) I couldn't even begin to list all the thoughtful touches of this place. To expand on what I said above: We did a day trip to Verde Island, and lunch was a cooked meal at a beach. With every other day trip I've done like this, the staff is counting the seconds until they can drop you into the water and head back. In our case, the staff was just hanging out with each other and people on the island, and we were on this other tropical paradise for 2 1/2 hours. It was amazing. It's clear the resort staff view themselves as what a traveler might call a family. And it just makes Big La Laguna and Scandi much more cheerful and genuine than you might expect. Scandi gives both deliberate and reflexive thought to taking care of you. Bottom line: once you get to this resort, it’s pure tropical paradise. Enjoy. …
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Scandi Divers Puerto Galera Philippines, Sales at Scandi Divers
Responded Apr 22, 2023
Hi TheBlitz Your outstanding review of Scandi Divers fills us with joy! Thank you for sharing your positive experience with your fellow travelers and us. Our team works hard to make sure all our guests have a wonderful experience, so they'll be excited to hear how much you enjoyed everything. Nothing makes us happier than knowing our guests made memories they will cherish forever. We can't wait to see you again! Sincerely, Scandi Divers Team
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According to the area, there are over 62 dive resorts in the Sabang area. Puerto Galera is known for the amazing diving spots and experiences. It definitely delivers. And Scandi Divers definitely deliver on the diving experience there! To the front desk, massage/spa rooms, oceanfront property with an actual beach, and restaurants, NONE of the other dive resorts can compare. Think about looking over the balcony, and your dive boat is waiting on the beach for you when you’re ready! That’s the key words, when you are ready. I loved the flexibility of when our dive master said we could choose to go dive. They were at my beck and call all day. Concierge diving at its best. I don’t wanna dive first thing in the morning, no problem. I want to take a nap in the afternoon and dive at 4 PM instead, no problem! Loved it. The rooms differ as far as location, but the room we had was oceanfront, and had great air-conditioning and plenty of hot water. The bed was extremely comfortable, and housekeeping was so sweet and accommodating. The food was delicious and fresh, and they definitely cater to any taste specifics you may have. I love a good drink at the end of the night of the adult version, and the bar delivered for sure. Boats waiting for you to go diving is amazing. Dive sites are 10 minutes away at most. Nitrox on sight and the dive shop takes care of everything. The guys were literally taking things out of my hands to go put on the boat for me. I think they would’ve carried me into the boat if I let them lol! So helpful, kind, and gracious. In summary, with so many choices in that area for a dive resort, I have to say, Scandi and Divers really caters to the diver. I loved the flexibility of the schedule and being able to do any, and all dives I could have possibly wanted. Definitely don’t miss the day trip to Verde Island. it is amazing and it is now at the top of my list for my favorite dive ever. I would definitely recommend this dive shop, and I would also go back and stay there again, which is a big deal for me to say because usually I move onto the next amazing area. Thank you Scandi for a great week!…
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Scandi Divers Puerto Galera Philippines, Sales at Scandi Divers
Responded 1 week ago
Hi Mom76063! It was a delight to welcome you to our little slice of paradise, and we are thrilled you had such a wonderful getaway. Our terrific staff strives to ensure all our guests have everything they need and will be glad you appreciated their exceptional service. We eagerly await your return to give you another round of world-class scuba diving, exquisite dishes, impeccable service and great stays. Sincerely, Your Scandi Divers Family
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From the front desk to the maintenance crew, this has to be one of the best dive resorts in the country. The accommodations are modest, but the people are the most accommodating I have ever experienced. I started and completed my open water certification with Scandi (my husband has been diving for 41 years and agrees completely with the review). A special thanks to Eva for her patience and guidance through the instruction. They all made me feel confident and comfortable. The diving was spectacular. The dive crew took care of everything! The food was first class, and I am very particular about what I eat. They always gave you wonderful options to choose from. Hats off to the chef! The land tour to the White Beach, Tamaraw waterfall, and Muelle cultural heritage park was fantastic. Going to Verde Island is a must. Incredible amount of marine life! To finish off the week, there was a wonderful celebration night with food, drinks, dancing and live entertainment. My husband and I have traveled to many countries, and this is definitely one of the most enjoyable. We can't wait to go back and see our friends at Scandi Divers!…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Hi gi830035 Greetings from Scandi Divers! It was such a pleasure having you as our guest! It brightens our day to know that you had a fantastic experience with us. Thank you so much for your thoughtful recommendation and for mentioning our first class food, spectacular diving, lovely accommodations, convenient location, friendly staff and outstanding service. Take care, and know we'd be thrilled to welcome you back anytime your plans bring you this way! Sincerely, Scandi Divers Family
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My husband and I were part of a dive group of 20 divers . Scandi Dive Resort was very capable of handling the needs of all of us. The dive shop was top notch with very qualified dive masters and boat/equipment helpers. Everything runs like clockwork to ensure all of a great diving experience. The food is very good and the staff are there to cater to every need. Amazing how the staff knows the name of every guest by the end of the first day. The massages at the spa are not to be missed! My husband celebrated his 91st birthday here and dove every day. They made him king of the island for a day complete with a pig roast dinner and fire dancers! Our whole vacation there was wonderful and memorable! Thank you, Scandi Dive Resort!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Hi N2689UQheatherr/ Ms Heather Greetings from Scandi Divers! It was a delight to welcome you to our little slice of paradise and we are thrilled you had such a wonderful getaway. Thank you for sharing your kind comments about the resort and world class scuba diving. We look forward to welcoming you back to Scandi Divers for another memorable visit. Hugs to you and George! Sincerely, Scandi Divers Family
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What a wonderful experience at Scandi Divers! My wife and I were there for a week. The dive staff was excellent, particularly our DM/Instructor Rex and his colleague Rey. They guided us to wonderful sites. Paid attention to our group . Gave prompt assistance to two that encountered minor difficulties underwater. His team made sure our gear was set up for the next dive, properly rinsed and dried. The assistance they provided on the boat and in the water made entry and boarding easy. The food was incredible. The restaurant staff took particular care in preparing tasty meals to meet my wife’s dietary needs. Our room was meticulously cleaned every day. The majority of the staff knew our names by the second day. We would highly recommend Scandi to anyone diving in the Philippines. We can’t wait for our next opportunity to visit.…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Responded 1 week ago
HI Mark Greetings from Scandi Divers! Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to have had you stay with us recently and we appreciate your kind words about the resort, outstanding service, meticulously clean rooms, incredible food, excellent staff and world class scuba diving. We're honored by your high recommendation and eagerly await the opportunity to welcome you back for another exceptional stay! Sincerely, Scandi Divers Family
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The diving is great and so is the resort staff. The rooms are small and spartan, but the focus of this resort is all about diving. The dive masters and support staff were very good. The resort restaurant was also very good. Front desk staff was friendly and efficient. The town of Sabang is only a 10 min tuk-tuk ride from La Laguna, so there are many restaurants and nightlife options after a day of diving. If you are a diver and want experience the many reef and wreck sites in Puerto Galera, I recommend Scandi Divers. The location is relatively secluded, pretty and quiet, which is nice compared to the noise of area's near population centers in the Philippines. The diving in Puerto Galera is worth a visit.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Responded 1 week ago
Hi Andrew Greetings from Puerto Galera Philippines! Thank you for the kind review and recommendation! We're glad our location was ideal for your visit and that you enjoyed your stay friendly staff and world class diving. Our team works hard to make sure all of our guests have a wonderful experience, so they'll be excited to hear how much you enjoyed their service and your time with us. We hope your adventures bring you back to Scandi Divers, as we'd love to see you again! Sincerely, Scandi Divers Family
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This is a great place to dive around Puerto Galera. The dive shop is well equipped, the guides are highly knowledgable and their collection of small boats and great location have you quickly to and from your dives. On top of that the staff are extremely kind and welcoming and the food is very good. It’s a great, quiet location on it’s own little bay with great diving even right off the beach.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Hi j1172tmSusanF Greetings from Scandi Divers! It was such a pleasure having you as our guest! We are thrilled you had such a wonderful getaway. Our terrific staff strives to ensure all our guests have everything they need and will be glad you appreciated their exceptional service also mentioning our very good food. Thank you also for sharing your kind comments about our beautiful resort , dive shop and prime location. The pleasure was all ours, and we can't wait to welcome you back. Sincerely, Scandi Divers Family
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We had 3 wonderful diving days in Puerto Galera with Scandi Divers. We honestly did not expect diving to be so wonderful and are very glad that we made a choice to stay with Scandi Divers. We saw a lot of fish, nudibranches, a cuttle fish, octopuses and even a pigmy sea horse. Also night dives were great. If you have a macro lens it is a must to take it with you. Diving at Verde Island also exceeded our expectations. Very well organised diving operation. All the staff (our dive master, receptionists, mechanics, waiters, the cleaning lady) were really polite and helpful at all times. We stayed at multiple hotels in Philippines, and the employees of Scandi Divers were the most welcoming. The room was very comfortable and the food was excellent.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Scandi Divers Puerto Galera Philippines, Sales at Scandi Divers
Responded Jul 19, 2023
Hi Ms Victoria What a pleasure to read your outstanding review of your recent visit to Scandi Divers! On behalf of our team, we're humbled to have earned your recommendation. We strive to provide our guests with everything they need to truly enjoy their time here in the Philippines. It would be our privilege to host you again should your travels bring you back to our island paradise. Sincerely, Scandi Divers Team
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There aren’t enough superlatives to describe my recent visit to Puerto Galera, Philippines with Scandi Divers. First off, the scuba diving was extraordinary, with healthy, pristine reefs, amazing biodiversity and fish, corals, and creatures, that I’ve never seen in more than 20 years of diving. Secondly, the Dive team was amazing. From day one, they took care of everything and treated us like visiting royalty. Last, but absolutely not least I have to mention lovely, warm and attentive staff that fed us so well and took care of us during our stay. If you’re thinking at all about diving in the Philippines, by all means you should strongly consider Scandi Divers. You will not be disappointed
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Jun 29, 2023
Hi Ms Debra Thank you for sharing your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest at SCANDI DIVERS and it's an honor to have earned your outstanding rating. From our unbeatable diving and awesome staff it looks like you had a memorable visit. We hope that you will keep us in mind for the future as we would love you to come back and spend some more time with us! Sincerely, Scandi Divers Team
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$59 - $77 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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PhilippinesMindoroOriental Mindoro ProvincePuerto Galera
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scandi Divers
Which popular attractions are close to Scandi Divers?
Nearby attractions include Club Erotica Bar and Disco (0.9 km), Victory Sports Bar (1.0 km), and Beach 'n' Bay Dalaruan Puerto Galera (1.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Scandi Divers?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a rooftop bar, free wifi, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Scandi Divers?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Scandi Divers?
Guests can enjoy a rooftop bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Scandi Divers?
Conveniently located restaurants include Jack Daniel Apartments Restaurant, The Verandah Restaurant, and Relax Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Scandi Divers?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Scandi Divers have airport transportation?
Yes, Scandi Divers offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Scandi Divers?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Scandi Divers?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Muelle Cross (2.3 km).
Does Scandi Divers have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.