Day-to-Day Itinerary of Diver guest from Arrival to Departure at Liveaboard boat bound to Tubbataha
- DiveWith Rowena
- Dec 9, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 12
Here's a day-to-day itinerary for a diver guest's trip from Manila to Puerto Princesa City and then on to a Liveaboard boat adventure in Tubbataha Natural Park Reefs:
Day 1:
Arrival in Puerto Princesa: The diver guest arrives at Puerto Princesa Airport from Manila. Suggested Arrival between 9AM to 1PM.
Private van pickup and transfer from Airport provided- Optional city tour (time permitting) or Lunch at a nearby café/restaurant near port for meet and greet.
Transfer to Liveaboard Boat: Soon, the guest is transferred to the Liveaboard boat. Transfers of guests from land to Boat between 1:30pm to 3:00 PM.
Orientation: Upon boarding, there might be a safety briefing and orientation for the guests of boat amenities, cabin assignments, gear unpacking and setting up.
Overnight Stay: Guests settle into their accommodations on the Liveaboard boat with Snacks and Dinner while sailing to Sulu sea Overnight until arrival to Tubbataha in the morning.



Day 2 - Day 4:
Sailing to Tubbataha:The Liveaboard boat sets sail towards Tubbataha in the Sulu Sea and arrives around 5AM.
Full Day Diving: Guests enjoy four dives a day to explore the underwater wonders of Tubbataha Reef, first Dive at 6:30AM, 2nd Dive 9:30AM, 3rd Dive 2PM, 4th Dive 4:30PM.
Meals and Leisure Time:In between dives, guests have all meals and leisure time on the boat.
Marine Life Sightings:Divers have the opportunity to witness diverse marine life during their dives, stories and de-briefs/ recap of the day’s highlights.
Relax under the stars or review photos/videos.



Day 5:
Sailing and Diving:Another full day of diving with four dives.
Rest, relax, or socialize while reviewing underwater footage.
Opportunity to visit Tubbataha Rangers station at around 5:30-6:30pm sunset time to meet the soldiers protecting the sanctuary and a chance to buy t-shirts and hats or any souvenier items.



Day 6:
Morning Dives: Two dives are scheduled for the day 6:30AM and again on 9:30AM as the 18th and final dive of the trip!
Sailing Back at noon: The Liveaboard boat starts sailing back towards Puerto Princesa.
Day 7:
Arrival in Puerto Princesa: Guests arrive around midnight or early in the morning at Puerto Princesa Port.
Breakfast: A hearty breakfast is provided on board between 7AM to
10AM.
Van Pickup:A van is waiting to pick up the guests and transfer them to the airport for their departure.
Disembark from the liveaboard.


This itinerary gives a glimpse of the exciting journey from arrival in Puerto Princesa to an unforgettable diving experience in Tubbataha before heading back to Puerto Princesa airport for departure.




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