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RAID Try Dive-2 Dives Apo Island

RAID Try Dive-2 Dives Apo Island

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RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island: Explore the Underwater Paradise

    • Two Exciting Dives in Apo Island: Experience two thrilling dives in one of the Philippines' top dive destinations, known for its stunning marine life and vibrant coral reefs.
    • Guided by Certified RAID Instructors: Dive with professional, certified instructors who provide expert guidance and ensure your safety throughout the experience.
    • Beginner-Friendly Dive Locations: Explore shallow, calm waters, ideal for first-time divers, with a focus on comfort and skill development.
    • Encounter Rich Marine Life: Observe a wide variety of marine species, including colorful reef fish, sea turtles, and vibrant corals, in Apo Island's pristine waters.
    • Comprehensive Skill Development: Learn key scuba diving skills such as breathing, buoyancy control, and underwater communication, all in a real-world ocean environment.

The RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island is the perfect introduction to scuba diving in an extraordinary underwater paradise. By combining two incredible dives with the guidance of expert RAID instructors, this course provides an unforgettable, safe, and enjoyable experience in the beautiful waters of Apo Island. Whether you’re looking to begin your scuba journey or simply want to dive in a world-renowned location, the RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island offers an exciting and unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the ocean.

The RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island is an exciting and unique way to experience the world of scuba diving, offering two unforgettable dives in one of the Philippines' most renowned dive destinations. Apo Island, located in the central Visayas, is famous for its vibrant marine life, crystal-clear waters, and colorful coral reefs, making it the perfect location for beginner divers to explore. This course is designed for those who are new to diving but want to experience the thrill of diving in a real open-water environment, with the added benefit of diving in a world-class location.

Aqua Ventura Divers offers the RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island for those looking to dive into the world of scuba with the added bonus of exploring an exceptional marine environment. Led by certified RAID instructors, this course takes you on a journey through the underwater world of Apo Island, known for its rich biodiversity and incredible coral reefs. This course combines safety with adventure, allowing you to get up close to the spectacular underwater life while gaining essential diving skills.

What to Expect in the RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island

The RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island is designed to be an easy and exciting introduction to scuba diving. The course begins with a pre-dive briefing, where your instructor will explain the scuba gear you’ll be using, including your mask, fins, regulator, buoyancy control device (BCD), and tank. You'll learn about the role of each piece of equipment and its function, which will help you feel comfortable and confident when you enter the water. After this, you'll get familiar with the equipment by trying it on and adjusting it to ensure a proper fit.

After the briefing, you’ll head out to the beautiful Apo Island dive sites for your two guided dives. Both dives will be conducted in shallow, calm waters, which are ideal for beginners, providing you with plenty of time to practice key scuba skills like controlled breathing, buoyancy, and underwater movement. Your instructors will guide you through the basics of scuba diving while making sure you are safe and relaxed throughout your adventure.

The First Dive: A Relaxed Introduction to Scuba Diving

The first dive is all about getting comfortable with the equipment and adjusting to the feeling of being underwater. You’ll learn how to breathe through the regulator and focus on buoyancy control. The shallow waters of Apo Island offer a perfect setting to practice these skills without any current or overwhelming conditions. While diving, you’ll have the opportunity to observe the rich marine environment up close, including coral reefs and schools of fish, making it a magical introduction to the underwater world.

The Second Dive: Exploring More of Apo Island’s Marine Life

After a short break on the surface, you’ll dive again to explore more of Apo Island’s incredible marine life. The second dive allows you to refine your skills and spend more time exploring the underwater world. This dive offers the chance to observe a variety of marine creatures such as colorful reef fish, sea turtles, and vibrant corals. As you become more comfortable with diving, you’ll also gain a deeper appreciation for the biodiversity of Apo Island and the importance of marine conservation.

Throughout both dives, you’ll be accompanied by certified RAID instructors who will ensure that you stay safe, enjoy the experience, and make the most of your underwater adventure. They will provide you with ongoing support, guidance, and encouragement to help you become more confident in the water.

Safety-Focused Training

Safety is a top priority during the RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island, and Aqua Ventura Divers takes every precaution to ensure that you are in good hands. All instructors are RAID-certified, and the course is designed to provide the safest possible diving experience for beginners. Your instructor will brief you on essential safety procedures, including hand signals, emergency protocols, and how to handle any potential issues underwater.

The dive sites are carefully chosen for their calm, shallow waters and minimal current, making them perfect for first-time divers. With a low student-to-instructor ratio, you’ll receive personalized attention and constant supervision, allowing you to dive with confidence. The course is also designed to keep you within safe depths and ensure that the experience remains enjoyable without any pressure.

Learning Key Scuba Skills

Throughout the RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island, you’ll focus on mastering several key scuba diving skills, such as:

  • Breathing with the Regulator: Learning to breathe calmly and effectively through the scuba regulator.
  • Buoyancy Control: Developing the skill to maintain neutral buoyancy and move gracefully underwater.
  • Underwater Communication: Mastering the use of hand signals to communicate with your instructor and dive buddy.
  • Mask Clearing: Practicing how to clear water from your mask should it become foggy or flooded.

These essential skills are designed to help you feel comfortable and safe as you explore the underwater world of Apo Island.

Exploring Apo Island’s Marine Life

Apo Island is home to some of the most diverse and stunning marine ecosystems in the Philippines, and the RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island allows you to experience this rich biodiversity firsthand. You’ll have the chance to encounter a variety of marine species, from schools of tropical fish to sea turtles and vibrant coral reefs. The second dive offers a chance to explore even more of the area’s incredible underwater world, allowing you to deepen your appreciation for marine life.

What’s Included

The RAID Try Dive - 2 Dives Apo Island includes all the necessary scuba diving equipment, including tanks, masks, fins, BCDs, regulators, and wetsuits. All you need to bring is swimwear, a towel, and a sense of adventure! At the end of the course, you’ll receive a certificate of participation to commemorate your two incredible dives in one of the world’s top diving destinations.

Included/Excluded

  • PADI Instructor
  • Lunch
  • Scuba Gear
  • Boat
  • All Fees
  • Land Transfers

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Booking & Payment

All Dive Courses, Fun Dives and Day Tours are booked and fully paid in advance. We shall require the following:
  • Full payment (Bank/Wire Transfer or Credit/Debit card via Paypal Invoice) is required to confirm/reserve booking of day tours/dive courses/fun dives cost, minimum of 8-10 days before tour date.
  • Complete Guests details preferably with photocopy of valid I.D.’s (Passport/government I.D. etc.)
  • Hotel/Resort pickup information (for day tour guests)

Rebooking Policy

A one-time rebooking of tour is allowed up to 60 days or 2 months from original tour date (depending upon availability) for free with advance notice of at least 5 days before tour date.For succeeding rebookings there after a rebooking fee of $50 will be charged per rebooking.Failure to inform or give advance notice of intent to rebook will be considered a no show/on the day cancellation (see cancellation policy).

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Total dive or tour amount paid will be refunded less the cost of cancellation fees levied by PAMBI/DENR/Boat Operators Fees (rebookable but non-refundable), hotels, transport reservations or food expenses and administrative costs, belowNo Of Days Percentage Forfeited of Total Tour Price
  • 31 days ++ Full refund less 20% administration fee
  • 14-30 days 35% of the tour price +15% administration fee
  • 6-14 days 50% of the tour price +15% administration fee
  • Less than 5 days and No Show / On the day cancellations no refunds
  • Whale Sharks Fee is non-refundable 
  • No Sighting of Whale Sharks (small chance) is non-refundable
Full refund during Force Majeure/Coastguard advised cancellations less PAMBI/DENR/Boat Operators non-refundable fee and payment (bank/card) online transfer fees.Please be guided with the estimated time for refunds to be completed.
  • Cash/Bank Transfer 7-14 Business Days
  • Credit Card/PayPal 14-25 Business Days

Payment Flow

Once you book your dive course, fun dive, or day tour through our website, we will send a digital invoice to the email you provided. The invoice will include payment instructions for bank or wire transfer and credit/debit card payment via PayPal Invoice (additional 6.5% PayPal and bank fees apply).

Payment Types

Full payment for dives and tours is required to secure your booking. Payment options include:
  1. Bank/Wire Transfer (Cash)
  2. Credit Card/Debit Card via PayPal Invoice (+6.5% Paypal and bank Fees)
Please ensure timely payment to confirm your reservation. Thank you!

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