Philippines Aggressor, Philippines

The liveaboard you're considering boasts a luxurious and spacious salon, alongside a sun deck that's been meticulously designed for utmost relaxation with shaded options. Visitors are accommodated in beautifully furnished staterooms, including three balcony suites that offer stunning views of the surrounding seascape. Each night, guests are treated to a diverse array of entertainment, encompassing dive briefings, educational fish identification discussions, films, and interactive games. Embark on a diving journey that includes itineraries to Tubbataha and Visayas, renowned diving spots that make for an unforgettable Philippine dive adventure.

Boat Interior and exterior
With 12 generously proportioned staterooms distributed across the lower, main, and upper decks—including three with balcony access—this liveaboard caters to 24 guests. Each stateroom is equipped with ensuite bathrooms and showers, ensuring privacy and convenience. Individual climate control allows guests to customize their room's temperature to their comfort level. For the security of personal belongings, safes are provided in each stateroom, suitable for storing passports, electronics, and other valuables. The communal areas are thoughtfully designed for guest enjoyment, featuring a spacious salon, a sunlit deck with ample shaded sections, cozy chaise lounges, deck chairs, and a bar and grill for unwinding after a day of diving.

Dive deck
The liveaboard's service is geared toward providing a seamless diving experience. Tanks equipped with K-valves and a full weight system are prepared for divers, and DIN adapters are available upon request. The 20-foot zodiacs, engineered for speed and comfort, ferry divers swiftly to even the most remote dive locations. They feature easy-to-use boarding ladders to facilitate simple exits and entries. After diving, guests return to the main ship where their personal diving equipment is conveniently stored. While most diving activities are launched from the zodiacs, the proximity to some of the best diving in the Philippines is maintained. In between dives, guests can indulge in snorkeling, beachcombing, or simply relax with a refreshing beverage and a snack.

Safety
Safety measures are a critical aspect of the liveaboard operations. The boat is equipped with an advanced emergency alarm system, life jackets assigned to each guest's stateroom, and a life raft. Public areas are safeguarded with fire extinguishers and smoke detectors. Additionally, a well-stocked first aid kit and emergency oxygen kits are always on standby for any medical exigencies.

Itineraries
Offering a selection of dive itineraries, this liveaboard makes it possible for guests to explore Tubbataha and Visayas, two of the best diving destinations in the Philippines. Divers can choose from trips lasting 7 to 10 nights, depending on their preference, ensuring a personalized dive experience that covers a spectrum from vibrant coral walls and thresher sharks to enormous schools of sardines and the mesmerizing underwater critters that inhabit the ocean's depths.

When to go
For the best diving experience in Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, plan your trip during the Philippine dry season, from mid-March to early June. This period marks the only time when the park is accessible to divers, with the advantage of calm seas and excellent visibility that often extends beyond 30 meters. Water temperatures are pleasantly warm, making for comfortable diving conditions.
As for the Visayas, this region is inviting for diving throughout the year, but the peak season runs from November to June. These months typically promise calmer waters, superior visibility, and a dry climate, offering divers an ideal setting to explore the abundant marine life and captivating underwater terrains that the area is celebrated for. Whether you're an experienced diver or someone looking to dip into new waters, these times provide the quintessential conditions for a remarkable underwater adventure in the Philippines.