
Narayana Liveaboard, Philippines
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
Twin / Double Cabin
Twin / Double Cabin
Deck:Lower Deck
Bedding:Double Bed or Twin Bed
Max occupancy:2 Guests
Number of Cabins:8 Cabins
Ensuite Bathroom: Yes
Aircon: Yes
- Towels
Narayana has eight spacious cabins with either queen-size double beds or twin-bed cabins. All cabins are en suite with a private shower and also have individually controlled air conditioning
Boat Specification
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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IndonesiaTamboraNarayana Liveaboard Itineraries
Tubbataha (6 nights) (Puerto Princesa-Puerto Princesa)
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
(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
