Hippocampus Beach Resort
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Hippocampus Beach Resort

Malapascua, PHL

Years active17 yrsLanguagesEN · FR · DETypical depth30 m
Years active
17 yrs
Languages
ENFRDENL
Typical depth
30 m
Season
Nov–May
Kid-friendly
No
Accessible
No

Informazioni sul Centro

L'Hippocampus Beach Resort, situato a Malapascua, nelle Filippine, offre un'esperienza subacquea completa attraverso il suo dive shop interno, Devocean Divers. Essendo un centro PADI 5 stelle, affiliato anche a SSI e TDI, Devocean Divers è riconosciuto per la sua professionalità e la sua atmosfera amichevole e accogliente.

Le strutture del resort comprendono alloggio, un negozio di articoli subacquei, noleggio attrezzature, ricariche d'aria (incluso nitrox), e un ristorante e bar in loco. Tutte le escursioni subacquee partono e ritornano direttamente dal resort, con barche che aspettano proprio di fronte, offrendo un facile accesso sia alle immersioni in barca che da riva. Il centro immersioni si vanta di offrire un'esperienza concreta, semplice e amichevole, facendo sentire gli ospiti come a casa.

I subacquei possono aspettarsi di incontrare l'iconico squalo volpe a Monad Shoal ogni mattina, un incontro unico che si trova solo a Malapascua Island. Oltre agli squali volpe, l'isola è ricca di vita marina, tra cui squali di barriera pinna bianca, razze, cavallucci marini, pesci rana e un'abbondanza di incredibili creature macro. Le immersioni vengono generalmente effettuate in piccoli gruppi di circa quattro persone, con la sicurezza come priorità assoluta, guidate da esperti divemaster locali che conoscono intimamente il mondo sottomarino di Malapascua.

Sono disponibili corsi fino al livello Divemaster, tra cui Advanced Open Water, Enriched Air Nitrox, Divemaster e Instructor Development Course, certificati da PADI, SSI e TDI. La formazione può essere fornita in inglese, francese e tedesco. Il resort offre anche pacchetti immersioni e soggiorno, nonché servizi di trasferimento aeroportuale.

Corsi Disponibili

2 cursos

Services

Boat divesEquipment rentalAir fillsNitrox fillsGuided dives

Facilities

Shop
Cafe
Wi-Fi
Lockers
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Specialties

⚓Wrecks⬇Deep🧪Nitrox📷Underwater photography🧒Kids⚙Technical diving

Destinations & trips

Philippines
Visayas
Kalanggaman Island Day Trip

Recommended dive sites

The spots this centre offers its students

Monad Shoal
30 m max. advanced

Recensioni degli utenti

Frequently asked

What people ask before booking

Fly into Cebu Mactan International Airport (CEB). Take a taxi to the North bus terminal, then a bus or B-Hire van to Maya Port (approx. 4 hours). From Maya Port, take a boat to Malapascua Island. The last boat crossing is at 5:30 PM. Private transfers can also be arranged.

Malapascua is enjoyable year-round. November to May is generally high season with more people. November to March can be windy due to the Amihan season. April and May are the hottest months. June to October is low season with fewer crowds and occasional rain, usually at night.

Yes, Thresher Sharks are a highlight at Monad Shoal. This dive site is at depths between 25M and 30M. To dive here, you generally need to be comfortable with diving and have some experience. Open Water certified divers can only dive to 18M maximum. Enrollment in an Advanced Open Water or Deep Adventure course is recommended to reach the required depth.

Pack sunglasses, sunscreen, swimming shorts, t-shirts, a hat, and a small flashlight. It is highly recommended to bring a reusable water bottle to refill at the bar. Towels are provided in the rooms and for beach use.

No, there is no ATM on Malapascua Island. It is advisable to withdraw cash in Cebu City or at the airport before arriving. Credit card payments are accepted at most places, usually with a surcharge (e.g., 5% at Hippocampus). Paypal is also accepted with a surcharge.

Wi-Fi is available but can be unreliable. Business lines typically have a daily data allowance, after which the connection slows significantly. For reliable internet, consider bringing your own portable Wi-Fi stick or purchasing a local SIM card with a data plan in Cebu.

How to get there

Public transport
Taxi to North bus terminal, then bus or B-Hire van to Maya Port (approx. 4 hours). Boat crossing from Maya Port to Malapascua.
Nearest airport
Cebu Mactan International Airport (CEB)
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