Enjoy The Best Scuba Diving in Boracay
New Wave Divers is a top scuba dive center in Boracay, Philippines. Located on the beautiful island of Boracay we offer a variety of scuba diving lessons and daily diving options. Our professional dive team speak & teach scuba diving in Boracay in 8 different languages and we have been a PADI Five Star Dive Resort since 2003.
We offer exciting scuba diving activities and Fun Diving in Boracay. Try scuba diving for the first time with our unique Discover Scuba Diving program! Want to gain your scuba certification or add to your resume? Enjoy one of our PADI courses and learn how to become a scuba diver from the experts! We are extremely excited to show you the beautiful Philippines and some of the best scuba diving in the world.
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Very friendly and attentive staff. My son's (12yrs old) first scuba dive in the Philippines and it's in Boracay with New wave Divers. We'll def. come back again one day!
been looking for freediving fundives to book in Boracay, but haven't been able to be at peace with the ones I have inquired to since I haven't been able to try them yet & as a nervous newbie, it was partially scary for me to attempt freediving in open water for the first time, entrusting my life with someone I barely know. However, the day before my arrival in Boracay, I found out that Freedive Pinas had just recently partnered with New Wave Divers for their expansion to Boracay!i have been training for freediving in Manila with the amazing instructors from Freedive Pinas & have been able to work with a few of their coaches whom are all so kind, and great in their field so I know I'm in good hands. I instantly booked a schedule, and had Coach Sheryn as my guide, safety officer, instructor and videographer/photographer for the day, who is just as kind & professional as my previous coaches from Freedive Pinas.Everyone at New Wave Divers were all so friendly & kind as well; from the staff at the reception, instructors, up until the boatmen. Whenever my eyes would land on anyone, they would always be ready to face me with a smile despite the scorching heat. Would definitely be scheduling more fundives with them in the future whenever i go back to Boracay. 🤍
Had one of my best diving experiences at this center with a good equipment. Guillaume is a very nice and talented instructor. I highly recommend this place when you’re around Boracay.
There is a reason New Wave Divers has a 4.9 rating and it's their consistency in providing excellent service with an amazing and fun team on top of it all.I came there with no diving experience and completed my PADI open water in 2 days and managed one of my advanced dives (ship wreck down to 28m) for my advanced PADI (day 3). (unfortunately due to my flight times I was not able to complete this). Through the whole process the team were super supportive; from the girls at the desk through to the dive teams and boat crews.What I loved the most was how great the communication was - it was clear to me at all steps what was required, what is best practice (for when I dive in the future at other dive shops) and they put SAFETY FIRST! No diving until you finish section 1-3 of the online e-learnings (amazing because you should know the basics of diving before getting in the water).I had spoken to some other dive shops and they just didn't communicate the process clearly to me, or the safety standards seemed to not be up to scratch; although this cost a tiny bit more it's definitely worth it when you're going underwater!I had Pancho as my instructor and he's been diving here since the late 1990s and you can feel his experience when you're down in the water - he made me feel comfortable and safe the way only someone with that kind of experience can! Also when back on shore between dives it's such a nice atmosphere in the shop, speaking with other diving instructors and other people who are diving - this comes because of the people that work there!I will be coming back to complete my advanced diving course here - and would highly recommend that if you're in Boracay (new to diving or experienced) DEFINITELY COME HERE - YOU WONT REGRET IT!Thank you guys - see you soonMav
Response from the owner 11:28 07 May 25
This is awesome thank you so much for these wonderful words we are humbled and yet so proud to hear all these kind words. We strive hard to provide the best service we can give so you get your money's worth and that is the New Wave promise. Congratulations on completing your course and we look forward to diving with you again soon!! 😄 
I've dove with this shop during my previous visits in Boracay, and if there is one consistent thing I've experienced while diving with them, it is this: they really care about their divers' safety.From making sure you are compliant with PADI guidelines and to having divemasters make sure you are well and fit to complete the dive - you won't be disappointed. They also take a picture of the group on the boat prior to the dive to make sure no is left behind.Guillaume and Marta were wonderful dive masters and made sure we had all our gear and had a safe and fun dive. And the other divemasters and shop personnel were very friendly and accommodating too. I highly recommend this place for anyone visiting the island.
Response from the owner 03:38 03 May 25
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are happy to hear that you consistently felt safe and well taken care of. That's our top priority. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Boracay. 
We have dived with many dive schools in Asia and would vouch that New Wave Divers Boracay is the Best we have experienced. Not only are they Top Notch Professionals offering the safest diving and courses, the team consists of a beautiful collection of hospitable and super friendly crew! Guillaume the owner totally went out of his way to find me a turtle on my last dive. Seriously what more can you ask for. Also a big shout out to Martha & Luka 🥰. We will only ever use them if we come back to this amazing island. We also managed to see an Ocean Tornado on our last dive! Superb! Highly recommended diving school so look no further ❤️
Response from the owner 04:00 03 May 25
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We’re glad you had such memorable dives! Our team works hard to provide a safe and fun experience overall. We’re looking forward to diving with you and Guillaume again. Let’s do your Advanced next time and tell Guillaume he should go for his Open Water, he’s such a promising diver! 
From Hesitation to Certification in 3 days.What started as a simple gut feeling/wondering if we (I) should dive into the underwater world, turned into one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. In just three days, we went from curious beginners to certified divers, completing four unforgettable dives along the way.From the moment we walked into the dive shop, I felt completely welcomed and taken care of. The entire team was not only highly professional but also genuinely friendly and supportive, especially when I looked a little hesitant.Our instructor, Paulo (5+ star to him) (from New Wave Divers in Brocay, Philippines), was phenomenal. Patient, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about diving, he made sure we felt confident and safe at every step. You could see that not just Paulo, but everyone on the team, truly loved what they do and that made all the difference.As for the dives themselves, absolutely breathtaking. We started with two 12m dives and then progressed to two 18m dives. The visibility was clear, the marine life was vibrant (3 separate dive sites) and there were even a few unexpected surprises (in the best way! Which added to the experience). It genuinely felt like being in another world.The shop is highly recommended, the instructors are highly recommended. So much so that we’d be seeing them again.
Response from the owner 03:46 03 May 25
Thank you so much for this amazing review! Paulo will be especially happy to hear your kind words. Thank you for recommending us so highly. We can't wait to dive with you again soon and this time let's do your advanced! 
Absolutely unforgettable experience with Paulo at New Wave Divers!Getting my Open Water certification in Boracay was an unexpected decision which turned to an AMAZING experience, and I owe so much of it to Paulo. From the very first session, his kindness, patience, and professionalism stood out. He has this incredible ability to balance seriousness and fun, making sure every single skill was properly learned and understood, while also creating a joyful, calm, and supportive environment.Paulo truly cares about how you learn. He took the time to explain, to repeat without hesitation, and to always check in on how I was feeling, physically and emotionally. I felt safe, confident, and respected every step of the way. I never imagined I could enjoy learning so much under water!I can’t recommend him and New Wave Divers enough. This isn’t just a place to get certified. It’s a place where you grow, laugh, and fall in love with diving. I’ll definitely beback for more dives and hopefully my advanced cert toowith Paulo, of course!Thank you “New Wave Divers” for making this experience so special ❤️
Response from the owner 04:58 03 May 25
Thank you so much for this beautiful review! Your kind words means a lot to us. We will pass your words to Paulo. He will surely be happy. We look forward to diving with you again and advanced certification sounds perfect! Let's go to the wrecks next time! 
Amazing experience, so helpful, relaxed and amazing value for money. Definitely recommend x
Response from the owner 01:43 23 Apr 25
Thank you for the recommendation. Our team is happy to hear about your positive experience. We'd love to welcome you back anytime! 
Instructors were great, knowledgeable and friendly. Overall great experience
Response from the owner 01:42 23 Apr 25
Thank you for sharing your experience. Looking forward to diving with you again soon! 
My friend and I had a wonderful experience at this dive shop! She was doing her OW and I was diving for the first time after a 1 year break. The teaching conditions are fantastic as they privilege small classes and allow for e-learning before arriving.We even got to do an adventure dive together after her certification to the impressive Camia 2 site.Their instructors are too notch! Guillaume and Melchior made us feel safe and excited at every step of the process, and guided my friend to completion in a breeze.You can tell they care about their materials, staff, and most importantly safety. The shop's atmosphere is also very chill and welcoming.Definitely recommend this dive shop!As of early May 2024, the OW costs PHP27.000, the a fun dive PHP2.200 and an adventure dive (outside of your current certifications) or discovery dive PHP3.600. They may not be the cheapest on the island but you won't regret choosing them.
It was the fantastic experience I had in Boracay, I feel lucky I made my mind eventually to do the OW diver course here, on top of that, I even did the adventure for wreck, so cool!1) Location: perfect location just in the beach of S1 (next to the popular’The Sunny Side Cafe’) beautiful view! They also own a cool boat - Toby!2) People: absolutely amazing people, they are very professional and supportive.My coach was Guillaume, the best coach! At the beginning I felt unsure if I can finish the OW course but his way of teaching is interactive and gradually increasing the difficulties, which help me to learn fast. And here I am, got OW certified and will definitely do the AOW next time!3) OW course: I personally feel Boracay is the perfect place to learn.Firstly the diving points are very close, ~10 mins by boat, so basically 2 dives per day and we can even get back and chill for 10 mins and then go for anther, and you won’t feel tired.Secondly, is the coaches are professional with solid knowledge base, you will feel safe to dive here.In the end, we feel here is a nice place to come by often and people are friends and we can talk for non-stop. Highly recommended!
The most worthwhile place to do diving and also a diving licenseProfessional and caring attitudeNice, tolerant and caring instructorsI recommend coming here ❤️And I want to mention Mhike and PanchoThe best instructors who made us feel safe and super fun. Thank you. We will definitely come back to you again
nice diving shop in following elements:-- equipment and diving suits are new&clean- fitting of equipment is professional so that you can feel comfortable- guide is very kind, friendly and experienced in boracay- the site we visited was very nice and can see many beautiful corals and fishes- the number of the tour is limited so you don’t feel concern even in deep water- facilities on land is clean and tidyin a nutshell great dive shop!
Today's dive was my first one. I'm forever thankful to the guide master and my diving instructor and to the rest of the staff.My nerves got me during the actual dive, but thankfully, my dive buddy/dive instructor managed to calm me down and helped me get my focus back.3600 for the dive1000 for go pro ( if you don't have one)The location is close to Diamond HotelIt is more pricier compared to other diving centres, but it is totally worth it. The staff in NWD are professional, and they will make sure you are safe during the dive.Additional info:There is a locker in the officeFree water and coffee inside the shopToilet is available
This was my 4th Scuba dive around the world and NEW WAVE was a perfect choice for this. Mike my instructor was amazing from beginning to end. In briefing, practice session and during the dive. He took very good care and was very patient. All the staff here is very helpful and friendly , loved the way they treated everyone and answered all the queries.Must recommend for your scuba diving experience in Boracay.
One of my most beautiful experience in Boracay. It was my very first time diving and never thought I'd have the chance. I was a nervous wreck but thanks to the incredible support of my instructor and all of the staff/instructors/assistant, I had an amazing experience and did it again the 2nd time. I would've done it the 3rd if I had the time! Thank you New Wave Divers, will be back soonest I can. Will never forget!
Did my AOW with Gerald and New Wave divers and another adventure dive a few days later and it’s hands down the best diving experience I’ve had so far. Very comfortable and new equipment, great service and info ahead of time via WhatsApp, friendly and knowledgeable staff all around, good dive sites and briefings. Couldn’t be happier to have researched a lot of different places across the island and picked this one. Shoutout to the team - they’re doing great and take good care of the divers, environment and equipment!
Amazing dive instructors. And brilliant wreck diving in Boracay. These guys know what they're doing, they're a really great team. Highly recommend anyone to dive with New Wave Divers in Boracay. 😁
Nice dive!Having dived all over the world and different places in the Philippines, I was not expecting much interesting, but the coral was beautiful, and there were some great schools of sardines and some interesting sea snakes and eels and stingrays and turtles A really nice Dive thank you Pancho and team!
Instructors and staff were very accommodating with all our queries/questions. The Dive Instructors were also really hands-on with teaching the basics of Diving while also making sure you have fun! 100% will recommend this Dive Shop. Thank you to our Dive instructor, Pancho, for the great experience! 👌
I had my refresher course and my 14 year old son got his Junior Open Water certification from New Wave Divers and the whole experience was absolutely smashing! Julia who was our instructor was extraordinarily knowledgeable, thorough and over-all just wonderful! I can’t recommend her and NWD enough! Will certainly be back for more!
I am absolutely thrilled with my recent dive experience! After a 15-year hiatus, Julia's refresher course not only reignited my passion for diving but also provided valuable insights. Her approach made the refresher fun, turning what could have been a routine course into a memorable and enjoyable experience. Grateful for the renewed love for the underwater world! In addition to Julia's fantastic guidance, the rest of the staff were incredibly lovely and helpful. Their friendliness and support added to the overall positive atmosphere, making the entire diving experience even more enjoyable.
I recently had the pleasure of taking my two children to New Wave Divers for their diving certification, and I must say, it was an amazing experience! Our instructor, Julia, was simply outstanding. My son, who is 13 and has always been fascinated with diving, thoroughly enjoyed his lessons. My daughter, who is 10 and was a bit more anxious about diving, was initially hesitant, but Julia went above and beyond to make her feel safe and comfortable. Now, my daughter loves diving just as much as my son does!But it wasn't just Julia who made our experience so great. All the other staff members, including Marge, Gulierm, and Joanne, were super nice and welcoming. They helped us with everything we needed and made us feel right at home.Overall, I cannot recommend New Wave Divers enough. If you're looking for a great place to get certified or just to do some diving, this is the place to go. We will definitely be back for more diving adventures!
Best Dive Shop in Boracay!! We love fact that the shop seemed super international, with instructors speaking English, German & French.Marge the manager was responsive and helped us with all the queries and arrangement before we arrived on the island, we feel very well informed.The dive schedule is flexible as well as the dive site, there’s 9/11:30/1:30/3:30 daily dives. My husband finished his Advanced Open Water and Gerald been a great instructor to ensure we continue to improve and gets better
What a truly delightful Dive Centre. Friendly, knowledgeable, understanding. I was guided calmly through all safety requirements, and encouraged to make the most of my time in the water. Luca made sure we fulfilled all the exercises in a non-threatening but assured manner. For the short time I was there I was made to feel welcome as a member of their professional family. I will definitely visit again when I look for further certification, and recommend the team wholeheartedly.
All the staff were awesome, good quality equipment, easy organization and chilled out atmosphere. I was fun diving and a friend did his open water. His instructor was top notch, very helpful and professional.If you’re going to Boracay look no further than New Wave
Highly recommend New Wave Divers. They did a bubble maker dive with my 10 year old niece. The dive master was soooo nice and knowledgeable. The shop is very organized and even has nice coffee to serve you! My niece felt safe and enjoyed learning what scuba was like. Her 11 yr old friend dived as well and they were great with both kids. I’ll try them next time for a boat dive!
Really fantastic team at New Wave - highly recommended this friendly dive shop!As a slightly smaller dive shop they generally don't take large groups and this gives a much more personal dive experience that gives you chance to discuss your needs, feel taken care of and get the best from your dives. All new good quality equipment, so no worries there. 100% great value.I completed my Advanced course with Luca and additional fun dives with Richie. It was a great experience and I'm a much better diver thanks to all the advice and tips - thanks so much guys!! I saw a few people come to try Scuba for the first time and have a wonderful experience so they are great no matter your experience level - they will take care of you.Marge in the shop is super responsive and friendly, if you have any questions just reach out to her...she also makes a great banana muffin (if you're lucky!). P.s. ask if she's completed her Open Water yet!!
After doing some research and reading the reviews we decided to use New Wave for a few fun dives.The very friendly Marge helped us sort everything out, from airport transfers to organising all our dives. She made our transfers and diving experience very smooth and stress-free.A couple of us were there to do a few fun dives which were all incredible. The kit was all brand new and we all felt very safe and looked after the whole time.A member of our group was there to complete his advanced open water and the training given looked amazing. The fantastic instructor Patrice really took his time and explained everything very well.I couldn't recommend New Wave and Patrice enough! I wouldn't bother looking anywhere else!I would recommend popping your head in the dive shop the day before if you have a dive site in mind. They might be able to move things around.
