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Ron T
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Top notch service in an amazing location

Review of Scandi Divers
5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed Apr 4, 2024
Scandi Divers exceeded my expectations in every way. From the transport from Manila and back, to the food (delicious and abundant) to the rooms (so comfortable), we were pampered.
But diving is the reason for the trip. The diving was outstanding. Every dive had healthy coral reef, tons of fishes, abundant nudibranchs, etc. Our dive guide, Rey, was the best. He looked after us continually but gave us room to dive how we liked. We were with a great group that enjoyed taking our time and seeing all that we could see on each dive. Rey spotted interesting things about once every minute or two.
The boats are safe and comfortable. The dive shop took care of everything from setting up our gear to loading the boats. We had a few equipment malfunctions, and they were able to fix things and get us on our way.
The rooms were clean, comfortable and air conditioned. We used the spa many times while we were there (really, great massages for less than $15?).
We loved diving with new friends from Paragon Divers in Tucson.
I can’t recommend these guys high enough.
My favorite day was diving at Verde Island. You will never see more fish and healthier corals.
Ron
Date of stay: March 2024
Room Tip: The water was a bit chillier than I anticipated. You will love the pampering you get with all of...
Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Scandi Divers Puerto Galera Philippines, Sales at Scandi Divers, responded to this review
Responded Apr 27, 2024
Dear Ron,

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experiences from your recent diving vacation with us at Scandi Divers. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay, from your room to the food we served, our dedicated staff, and of course, the scuba diving experience.

We aim to provide a memorable experience to all our guests, and your feedback is greatly appreciated as it helps us to continually improve our services. Knowing that you had a positive experience is the greatest reward for us.

We truly hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future for another adventure under the sea. Until then, safe travels and keep diving!

Best regards,
SCANDI DIVERS Family
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Reviewed March 27, 2024

The whole set up was excellent. The dive centre was really well organised, the staff were absolutely brilliant. they were extremely helpful with sorting out your kit, washing kit, carrying it to and from the boat, helping to get wet wetsuits on and off, drying kit, just brilliant. Our dive guide was very knowledgeable about both the sites and especially the life. The restaurant staff were excellent as were the reception and housekeeping staff. Plus the food was superb and plentiful. High points of the diving were the coral reefs and small life. We had one sighting of a Thresher shark during one dive but otherwise you don't see big stuff. The wrecks are small but covered in life. All in all this is a great dive location to visit. Safe diving practices were obvious all round.

Date of stay: March 2024
  • Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Scandi Divers Puerto Galera Philippines, Sales at Scandi Divers, responded to this reviewResponded April 27, 2024

Hi 825garethb

Wow, your diving trip at Scandi Divers sounded amazing! It's fantastic to hear that you had a blast during your stay - from the cozy room, delicious food, friendly staff, to the thrilling scuba diving.

Your feedback means the world to us as we strive to make each guest's experience unforgettable. Your positive review truly warms our hearts!

Can't wait to have you back for more underwater adventures soon. Dive safe until then!

Warm regards,
Your Scandi Divers Family

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Reviewed March 22, 2024

A group of six of us went at the beginning of March. It would be hard to criticise Scandi Divers. The staff are friendly, dedicated and very efficient, both in the dive centre itself and at the restaurant/accomodation. The food is amazing, and there is a always a good selection on the menu. I can`t really add much more that that. In 25 years of diving in many parts of the world, this is by far the best run dive centre I have ever had the pleasure to deal with

Date of stay: March 2024
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Scandi Divers Puerto Galera Philippines, Sales at Scandi Divers, responded to this reviewResponded April 27, 2024

Dear MrFalco,

We extend our sincere gratitude for investing your valuable time in recounting your recent diving escapade at Scandi Divers. Your detailed narrative regarding your stay, encompassing the accommodation, culinary offerings, our proficient team, and, undoubtedly, the allure of scuba diving, fills us with immense joy.

Our commitment revolves around crafting indelible moments for our esteemed guests, and your insights are a cornerstone in our pursuit of excellence. Your affirmative encounter serves as the ultimate validation of our endeavors.

Anticipating the privilege of hosting you once more in the foreseeable future for another subaquatic odyssey. Until then, may your journeys be secure and may the depths beckon you!


Best regards,
Your Scandi Divers Family

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Reviewed March 12, 2024

About me: 22 years old, female, from the UK.
Went for the PadiOpen Water Scuba Diving Course. Felt safe and really fun with a friendly instructor (Rey). I absolutely loved it and would recommend. I had never tried scuba diving before this. I would go back. They gave us starter drinks and water bottles when we arrived. (I went with family). The service is very good. Everyone is really friendly. Had a room that looked onto the beach and could hear the waves which was nice.

Date of stay: March 2024
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Thank Lara W
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Scandi Divers Puerto Galera Philippines, Sales at Scandi Divers, responded to this reviewResponded April 27, 2024

Hello E3136BPlaraw


We are absolutely delighted that you chose our resort for your PADI open water certification.

It truly warms our hearts to know that you had an amazing experience during your stay and underwater adventures.

We can't wait to welcome you back again soon!

Best regards,
Your SCANDI DIVERS FAMILY

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Reviewed February 19, 2024

I went in 2019, and was more impressed. Don't know if I changed or the resort changed. I know Luke, the former manager, is now managing a resort he owns in Sabang. I had a room near the pool and the wifi took 5 minutes to connect each time. Maybe my standards changed as the room was similar to what I had before, but I did not like it as much.

The instructor Rey is excellent. I did a refresher course in the pool and he taught me well. I learned never to dive without my equipment, which I left at home as I dove 4 of 19 days in Asia and did not lug my gear bag to 8 different cities. Romelle was my dive master, excellent.

He was patient with me as I had some trouble getting used to their gear: weight belt vs. my integrated bcd, my fins are spring loaded vs. having to unbuckle theirs to get off. I should have brought at least my mouthpiece, as I have an underbite and cross bite so I was getting jaw fatigue, which is on me.

The support staff are great: the front desk greeted me upon arrival using my name before I checked in and every contact with any staff, they always greeted me and used my name. The front desk arranged for transportation from Big Lalaguna to Batangas. German works in the dive area and was great. He helped me put on my booties, my 5 mm wetsuit and generally made sure that I was ready to go to the boat. He puts the tank on the bcd, hooks up the lines, and brings the bcd, the fins, and mask to the boat, even before you board. You bring yourself, carrying only your dive computer on your wrist.

My biggest disappointment was the kitchen and the food. The kitchen staff/bartender was unattentive and the food was only so-so. I ordered fried shrimp today and got a cooked shrimp, but I had to peel it, which I hate. The onion rings were soft and no spices. The hashbrowns with breakfast was a hard hockey puck. This is a little thing, but they serve bread at breakfast, not toast on the Americana breakfast. Next store to Scandi is La Laguna Beach Club.

Their food is better, cheaper, and more food. The staff is very attentive and have great personalities. LaLaguna Beach Club's menu was 20 pages, not the 10 at Scandi and the food was more inspired, like Scandi had a cook, but LaLaguna Beach Club had a chef. Maybe I nit pick, but LaLaguna Beach Club served toast with their breakfast, ketchup with their "normal" hash browns, had nicer silverware, and salt and pepper shakers, and already had extra napkins on the table, wehreas at Scandi, i had to ask for additional napkins. The dining alone would make me consider LaLaguna Beach Club. I probably won't go back to Puerto Glara again and try an other islend in the Phillipines for my next trip.

Room tip: Eat next door at Big Club next door. Food more plentiful, cheaper, and much more tasty. Wait staff at BLLC was excellent, Scandi bad.
Date of stay: February 2024
  • Trip type: Traveled solo
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Thank 94jeffreyc
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Reviewed February 12, 2024 via mobile

We spent 6 days with Scandi divers in Puerto Galeria Phillipines. We were greeted with water bottles, lunch and an excellent briefing of our week. The rooms were clean, the views of the ocean was perfect, the food was beyond fabulous and we he customer service was the best I have ever experienced in my entire life. Staff was friendly, efficient, compassionate, witty, and very knowledgeable on the history of the area. The diving was perfect and the dive masters and guides Larry and Mike were amazing.

Room tip: You have to be patient with your timing. Enjoy the drive and the view to the resort from Manila.
Date of stay: February 2024
Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Scandi Divers Puerto Galera Philippines, Sales at Scandi Divers, responded to this reviewResponded April 27, 2024

Hi Scubaonbudget,

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experiences from your recent diving vacation with us at Scandi Divers. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your stay, from your room to the food we served, our dedicated staff, and of course, the scuba diving experience.

We aim to provide a memorable experience to all our guests, and your feedback is greatly appreciated as it helps us to continually improve our services. Knowing that you had a positive experience is the greatest reward for us.

We truly hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future . Until then, safe travels and keep diving!


Warmest regards,
Your Scandi Divers Family

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