Looking for scuba diving in Station 1, Boracay? You're in exactly the right spot. New Wave Divers sits right on White Beach in Station 1 — the calm northern stretch of Boracay's most famous beach — which makes us your closest full-service PADI 5★ dive centre to the Station 1 hotels and resorts. Whether you've never breathed underwater or you're a certified diver chasing reef and wreck, your dive starts just a short walk from the shop. Here's what diving from Station 1 actually looks like, the sites you can reach, and how to pick the dive that's right for you.
Why Station 1 is a great base for scuba diving
Station 1 is the quiet, upscale end of White Beach, and being based here has real advantages for divers. There are no long land transfers to a far-off marina — our boats leave from the beach just a few minutes' walk (around three) from the shop, so you meet the team, gear up, and stroll down to the water together. The White Beach side is sheltered and calm, which is ideal for first-timers and relaxed check-outs, and most of Boracay's dive sites are only a short boat ride away. We've been a PADI 5★ resort in Boracay since 2003, so you're diving with a team that knows these waters season by season.
Never dived before? Start with a Discover Scuba dive
If you've never scuba dived, the easiest way to try it in Station 1 is a Discover Scuba Diving experience. No certification, no experience and no strong swimming are required — a PADI instructor stays at your side for the whole dive, teaches you a few simple skills, and guides you along the reef to a maximum depth of 12 metres. The minimum age is 10, groups are kept small, and if you love it, your Discover Scuba fee credits toward your Open Water course later. It's the single best way to find out whether scuba is for you without committing to a full course.
Already certified? Guided fun dives from Station 1
Certified divers can jump straight onto a guided fun dive. Our guides dive Boracay's sites every day, so they know where the turtles rest, where the macro life hides and how each site behaves on the tide — you just enjoy the dive. Single dives and multi-dive packages are available, and small groups mean more attention and a more relaxed pace. Bring your certification card and log book; if it's been a while since your last dive, ask us about a quick refresher before you head out.
Want to get certified? PADI courses on your doorstep
Station 1's calm, clear water makes it a genuinely good place to learn. The PADI Open Water course is the world's most popular scuba certification and lets you dive to 18 metres anywhere in the world once you're qualified. We run it in small groups with PADI 5★ instructors, mixing confined-water practice with real open-water dives just offshore. Not sure which course fits? Our full scuba diving section lays out every option, from a one-day Scuba Diver certification through to Advanced, specialties and going pro.
The dive sites you can reach from Station 1
One of the best things about diving here is variety within a short boat ride. From Station 1 you can reach gentle reef slopes perfect for training and fun dives, macro-rich sites for photographers, and Boracay's signature wrecks — the Camia and the Tribird — which sit upright and are suitable for a wide range of levels. Sites such as Angol Point, Friday's Rock and Crocodile Island round out a line-up that keeps divers coming back all week. You can browse the full map and details of every site on our Boracay dive sites pages before you arrive.
How to find us and plan your dive
You'll find New Wave Divers on White Beach in Station 1, Boracay (Malay, Aklan). Boats depart daily, and the simplest way to plan is to message us ahead — tell us your experience level and dates and we'll match you to the right dive and the day's schedule. See our contact page for the map, phone and WhatsApp, or book any activity online to lock in the current web rate. Booking direct is the cheapest way to dive with us and secures your spot in peak season.
Frequently asked questions
Where is New Wave Divers located in Boracay?
We're on White Beach in Station 1, Boracay (Malay, Aklan) — the calm northern end of the beach. Our boats leave from the beach a few minutes' walk (about three) from the shop, so there are no long land transfers.
Do I need experience to scuba dive in Station 1?
No. Complete beginners can try a Discover Scuba dive with a PADI instructor beside them the whole time — no certification, no experience and no strong swimming required. The minimum age is 10.
How deep will I dive?
On a Discover Scuba dive you go to a maximum of 12 metres. Certified divers on fun dives go deeper according to their certification level and experience.
How do I get to the dive sites from Station 1?
By boat. Most of Boracay's dive sites are only a short boat ride from Station 1, and our boats depart from the beach a few minutes' walk from the centre.
How much does scuba diving cost in Boracay?
It depends on the activity — a Discover Scuba dive, a single fun dive and a full course are priced differently. Check the current web rate on each activity's page and book online, as booking direct is the cheapest option.
What's the minimum age for scuba diving?
The minimum age is 10 for both a Discover Scuba dive and the PADI Open Water course. Younger children can get a taste of scuba through our kids' Bubblemaker program.