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Narayana Liveaboard, Philippines

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244
per day
Air-conditioned cabins with en-suite bathrooms
Good value for money
Outdoor dining area

Narayana is a Philippine liveaboard offering dive expeditions to Tubbataha Reef, a UNESCO World Heritage Site open only from March to June. The boat holds one of the limited permits issued each season, ensuring controlled access to this protected area.

There are eight guest cabins located across three decks, each with an en-suite bathroom, hot water, and individually controlled air conditioning. Twin and double bed configurations are available.

Communal areas include a shaded upper deck and an open-air dining space located at the stern. Indoors, the saloon is furnished with a large television. Alcoholic beverages are also served, including beer and wine.

Meals are served buffet-style. Three meals a day are included, and snacks are provided between dives. Drinking water, tea, and coffee are available throughout the day. The menu features a mix of Western and Filipino cuisine, with afternoon snacks and fresh fruits included. Tea, coffee, and filtered water are complimentary. Other beverages, such as soft drinks and alcohol, are available for purchase. Vegetarian options are offered upon prior request.

Diving is conducted from a dive tender. Guests can expect up to four dives per day, depending on weather and park conditions. The dive team provides full briefings and guidance throughout.

The itinerary includes Jessie Beazley Reef, North Atoll, and South Atoll, featuring reef walls, strong currents, and opportunities to see reef sharks, rays, and schooling pelagic species

Cabins

Twin / Double Cabin
Lower Deck

Twin / Double Cabin

2 Guests

Boat Specification

Year built / Renovation
2014 / 2018
Number of cabins
8
Groups or charters
Yes
Gear rental
Surcharge
Wi-Fi
Surcharge
Nitrox
No
Fleet/Managing company
Narayana Philippine Liveaboard
Length and width
26 m / 5.2 m
Capacity
14
Material
Ironwood
Languages crew speak
English
Tech diving friendly
No
Handicapped Friendly
No

Dive Facilities

  • Tenders for Diving
  • Dive Deck

Boat navigation & safety

Full safety

Food & Drinks

  • Western Food
  • Local Food
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Buffet Style
  • Alcoholic Beverages and Spirits

Onboard Facilities

  • Audio & Video Entertainment
  • Open Air Saloon
  • Indoor Saloon

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Narayana Liveaboard Itineraries

Tubbataha (6 nights) (Puerto Princesa-Puerto Princesa)

6 nights nights, ±18 dives,
Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
9:00
Requirements: Minimum 50 dives, AOWD or equivalent

Included

  • Diving (up to 4 dives per day; 2 dives on the last day)
  • Accommodation
  • Dive guide
  • 12 l tanks and weights
  • Full board
  • Snacks, tea, brewed coffee, juice and drinking water
  • Scheduled group transfer airport or hotel - boat - airport or hotel
  • Free short-term DAN diving insurance (upon request)

Obligatory surcharges

  • Park fees - 100 USD per person
  • Environmental fee - 5 USD per person
  • Fuel surcharge - 100 USD per person

Extra cost

  • International and domestic flights
  • Visa
  • Private transfer
  • Equipment rental
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Travel insurance
  • Crew gratuities

Program

Remote atoll with pristine reefs and exceptional visibility
Frequent encounters with whale sharks, manta rays, and reef sharks
Steep walls covered in vibrant soft corals and sea fans
Rich biodiversity including turtles, schooling jacks, and bumphead parrotfish
Day 1:
(AM) Arrival in Puerto Princesa City Airport. Airport transfer to LATO Restaurant. (PM) Pre-Departure Briefing by Tubbataha Reefs Management Office and Narayana. Management. Lunch to be served. The embarkation procedure starts in the afternoon. An emergency safety drill is to be conducted once everyone is on board. Room assignments will be given ahead. Safety inspection, permitting, and processing of clearance by Coastguard, TMO, and MARINA Voyage to Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park. On-board lecture and briefing by Tour Leader. Safety briefing by Dive Master. Dinner on- board. Night at sea. Rest

Day 2-5:
​5 AM ETA in Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park. 1st sunrise in the Sulu Sea. is 4 dives a day. The itinerary will start with Jessie Beazley Reef. Visit the Ranger station. Scheduled of the day is planned as below 6:00 am light breakfast
6:30 am dive 1
9:00 am breakfast
10:30 am dive 2
12:00 am lunch
2:00 pm dive 3
3:30 pm snack
4:00 pm dive 4
7:00 pm dinner
Rest.

Day 6:
2 dives are scheduled, then navigation back to Puerto Princesa.

Day 7:
Check-out from the yacht, group transfer to the airport.

Routes can be affected by adverse weather conditions and unforeseen events, force majeure or other similar reasons
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