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Scuba diving in Boracay with New Wave Divers
Good to know

Questions,answered.

Everything you might want to know before you dive with us — from how deep you'll go to how to get to Boracay. Still curious? We're a WhatsApp message away.

Diving basics

Not at all — it's one of the easiest sports to learn. Most of the time you're really just doing three simple things: floating, kicking and breathing. There's a bit more to learn, like how to use the equipment and stay safe — but if you can breathe through your mouth, you can most likely learn to dive.

It depends on you — everyone breathes at a different rate, and beginners tend to use more air. Discover dives last around 40 minutes; for certified fun divers we plan about 50 minutes. We're flexible, though — if you're good on air, your divemaster will happily stay down a little longer.

On the Discover program you'll go to a maximum of 12 metres. If you're certified, your maximum depth simply follows your certification level.

Statistics show recreational scuba diving is almost as safe as swimming — especially with PADI procedures, small groups and a careful, attentive team like ours.

Dive computers are mandatory for all divers, and they're included as part of the gear we provide — no extra charge, no need to bring your own.

Yes, you can dive with contact lenses. You can't wear glasses under a mask, but we also offer masks with corrective lenses if you need them.

Before & after your dive

From December to February the water sits around 25–26°C; in the summer months it climbs to about 30°C. We provide wetsuits to keep you comfortable.

Yes — in fact a light breakfast before diving is recommended.

No — alcohol is not allowed before diving, for everyone's safety.

A hat, sunglasses and a towel. If you tend to get motion sickness, it's a good idea to take a seasickness tablet in the morning.

For safety, allow a minimum of 24 hours between your last dive and your flight. Diving after flying, on the other hand, is no problem at all.

Who, when & getting here

Minors aged 10 to 18 need written consent from a parent or guardian to dive with us. Children between 8 and 10 can join one of our Kids programs.

Absolutely — non-divers are welcome on the boat whenever we have extra spots available. We just prioritise divers first.

Almost any time! Even in the rainy season the showers tend to be short and strong, with the sun returning soon after. November to April is the dry season; July to November is the quieter off-peak.

From Manila, fly to either Caticlan or Kalibo airport. Caticlan is just 30 minutes from Boracay and the most convenient; Kalibo is often cheaper but around 2 hours from the jetty port. From Caticlan Jetty Port a short ferry reaches Boracay, then a tricycle or van takes you to your hotel. We're happy to help arrange your transfers.

Your safety, covered

Dive insurance, powered by DAN World.

We've partnered with DAN World — one of the most respected dive-insurance providers on the planet — so you're protected for dive-related injuries, in and out of the water. Here's how cover works across our activities.

Included free

With every beginner certification

Enrol on one of our entry-level courses and full DAN student medical coverage is built in — no extra cost, automatically active for your training.

  • Covers dive-related training injuries, in and out of the water
  • Nothing to add — it's already part of your course price
PADI Scuba DiverOpen Water DiverBasic FreediverFreediver
Daily add-on

For every other activity

Fun dives, freediving sessions and our other activities aren't insured by default — so we offer flexible DAN day cover you can add to any booking, for exactly as long as you're in the water.

  • Choose cover from 1 to 30 days — match it to your trip
  • Add it at checkout on any product online — the price is shown there
Fun divesFreedivingSpecialties1–30 days
Covered benefits (USD)

DAN dive-accident cover for scuba diving and freediving. Every day package includes the same protection:

$150,000Emergency Medical Transportation
$125,000Dive Accident Medical Expenses (lifetime)
$10,000Accidental Death & Dismemberment
$1,000Extra Transportation
$1,000Extra Accommodation
Also included — within the $150,000 travel-assistance limit
  • Repatriation of mortal remains ($10,000)
  • Local burial ($10,000)
  • Visit of a family member or friend ($1,000)
  • Emergency return home on a family death
  • Return of dependent children
  • Return of a traveling companion
Good to know
  • Covers scuba, freediving, snorkelling & certification training
  • Divers aged 8–75 · worldwide cover
  • Plans from 1 to 30 days
  • Up to 3 hyperbaric-chamber treatments per accident
  • 24/7 DAN emergency hotline — call to pre-authorise a claim
Day packages
1 day2,000 PHP
2 days2,500 PHP
5 days3,000 PHP
10 days4,000 PHP

Other durations up to 30 days are available — your exact rate is confirmed at checkout. Benefit limits shown in USD under the DAN World Master Dive Accident plan (underwritten by Accident & General Insurance Company, Ltd.) and may change on 30 days' notice. Read DAN's full Description of Coverage (PDF).

Already insured? Bring proof of valid dive cover and you can skip the add-on. Not sure what you need? Just ask us — we'll point you to the right option.
Insurance & safety

Yes for our entry-level certifications — PADI Scuba Diver, Open Water Diver, Basic Freediver and Freediver all include full DAN student coverage at no extra cost. For everything else, including freediving sessions and fun dives, you can add a DAN day package when you check out.

It depends on how many days you choose, anywhere from 1 to 30. The exact price is shown at checkout when you book any activity online — just pick the number of days that matches your trip and it's added to your order.

Absolutely. If you already hold valid dive insurance, just bring proof and you can skip the add-on. If you're unsure whether you're covered for diving, message us and we'll help you work it out.

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