Tubbataha Reef Expedition 2026
7 DaysJoin Our Fixed Trip Starting Date
| TRIP DATES | AVAILABILITY | PRICE | SPACE LEFT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 22, 2026 - April 28, 2026 | Limited | ₱125,000 |
12 Available
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Reef, Pelagics
Expedition Overview
Located in the heart of the Sulu Sea, the Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most pristine and biodiverse marine ecosystems. Protected and isolated, it’s only accessible by liveaboard during the short dive season — making every expedition a rare and exclusive experience.
🐠 Why Dive Tubbataha?
- UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993
- Part of the Coral Triangle, the global center of marine biodiversity
- Home to 600+ species of fish, 360+ coral species, 13 species of dolphins and whales, and nesting hawksbill & green sea turtles
- World-famous for encounters with sharks, manta rays, whale sharks, and large pelagics
- Protected area with zero permanent human habitation — a true ocean sanctuary
🌤 Dive Season
Mid-March to Mid-June
This window offers calm seas, excellent visibility (up to 40 meters), and the best chance for big marine life sightings.
🛳 How to Get There
- Fly into Puerto Princesa, Palawan
- Liveaboard vessels depart from Puerto Princesa for the 10–12 hour overnight journey to the park
- All dives are conducted directly from the liveaboard — no island facilities or day trips
🌱 Conservation & Sustainability
Tubbataha is a strictly protected marine park, and Dive Kultura works closely with local rangers and the Tubbataha Management Office.
Your expedition helps support:
- Reef monitoring and ranger patrols
- Marine research and education
- Sustainable tourism development for future generations
💬 Travel Tip
Due to its protected status, diver slots are limited and booked well in advance. A minimum of Advanced Open Water certification and 30+ dives are recommended.
Dive Highlights
- Shark Airport – known for white-tip reef sharks and turtles
- Delsan Wreck – a favorite for schools of jacks and barracudas
- Black Rock – pelagic central, with high chances of hammerheads
- Malayan Wreck – teeming with macro and colorful reef life
- Jessie Beazley Reef – isolated, vibrant coral formations
