Philippines - 2027
Infiniti Live Aboard - January 9th - 16th
Dumaguete Resort - January 16th - 20th
2 Trips in 1
Atlantis Awaits You!
Premium Deluxe: $5,740.00(Single)*
*Departure tax, and possible layover in Manila not included
$750.00 deposit now, final payment by November 5th, 2026’
Additional Note: A safe place to go and they all speak English!
$245 – Domestic air fare included!
*NOTE: Gorman Dive Adventures & Travel is not responsible for providing a roommate to secure double or quad occupancy rates.
Contact: Tom Gorman
(714) 319-7577
tom@diveadventures.net
Fuel charges can change so they will be passed on!
Atlantis Infiniti - Visayas North
Point of embarkation and disembarkation is Dumaguete Embarkation date is January 09, 2027 at 05:00 PM Disembarkation date is January 16, 2027 at 07:00 AM Onboard for 7 nights
Inclusions:
· Accommodation in 6 Premium deluxe share (double occupancy/twin share)
· All meals and snacks onboard
· Complimentary local soft drinks, beer and social servings of wine
· All diving (tanks, weights, boat and guide)
· Use of Lounge, Deck and TV areas
Exclusions:
· Nitrox US$162.00 per person
· Marine Park Fees*
· Transfers to/from embarkation/disembarkation **
· Rental equipment***
· Dive Insurance****
*Guests are responsible for paying marine park fees at the time of their stay, which will be reflected on their final bill. This is due to local Municipalities setting these fees, which can therefore change at any time.
Important Note: Due to continuity and scheduling issues, all portions of domestic transfers for Liveaboard bookings must be made by Atlantis.
Advanced Diver certification for all divers.
IMPORTANT
Please provide the following at least 90 days before arrival:
· Clear color copy of your dive certification card (front & back)
· Proof of dive insurance
· Copy of your passport
Pre-registration with the local marine department is required to obtain your permit. Failure to provide documents may result in refusal of boarding, and late submissions may limit access to some of the best dive sites if permits cannot be secured in time.
The 39m (117 ft) Atlantis Infiniti is the Philippines’ premier liveaboard. This blue-water private yacht takes scuba divers to explore some of the country’s best dive sites, with 4–5 dives scheduled daily. Infiniti operates four distinct itineraries throughout the year, based on the season:
January to mid-March – Apo Reef & the Wrecks of Coron: A stunning mix of vibrant reefs and historic wrecks.
Atlantis Infiniti is the safest and most stable private yacht in the Philippines, delivering spectacular diving and exceptional comfort on every journey.
Included: VAT, Alcoholic Beverages, Drinking Water, Soft drinks, Tea & Coffee, Welcome Cocktails, Wine with Dinner, Full-Board Meal Plan (All meals), Snacks, Diving Package, Beach Towels, Cabin Towels, Complimentary Toiletries, Deck Towels.
Required Extras: National Park Fees (100-180 USD).
Optional Extras: Dive Insurance, Travel Insurance, Gratuities, Airport Transfer, Hotel Transfer, Nitrox (160-220 USD per trip), Nitrox Course, Private Dive Guide, Rental Gear (35 USD per day), Scuba Diving Courses, Land Excursions (55 USD).
· Extra fees are shown per person. Approximately 22 dives in total!
what to expect
ENJOY DIVING FROM THE ATLANTIS INFINITI AROUND ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND BIO-DIVERSE REGIONS IN ASIA.
THE VISAYAS ARE ONE OF THE THREE ISLAND GROUPS IN THE PHILIPPINES, FEATURING INCREDIBLE MACRO, STUNNING WALLS, WHALE SHARKS, AND THRESHER SHARKS.
SPEND 7 MAGICAL NIGHTS DIVING AT A DIFFERENT SITE EACH DAY, INCLUDING THE STUNNING WALLS OF CABILAO, DIVING WITH WHALE Pipp SHARKS IN OSLOB, THE HEALTHY REEFS OF SUMILON ISLAND, MALAPASCUA’S GATO ISLAND, ITS CAVERNS ARE HOME OF THE PROTECTED SEA CRATE AND WHITE TIP SHARKS AND A MALAPASCUA FAVORITE, KIMUD SHOAL, KNOWN FOR FREQUENT SIGHTINGS OF THRESHER SHARKS. THIS ITINERARY IS HARD TO BEAT IF YOU WANT A WIDE VARIETY OF LOCATIONS IN A WEEK. EASY CRUISES EACH EVENING WILL TAKE YOU FROM ONE GREAT DIVE SITE TO ANOTHER.
At Sea Itinerary:
Day 1: Embarkation – 5:00 PM
Board the Atlantis Infiniti at 5:00 PM at Atlantis Dumaguete Resort. Settle in and enjoy a welcome evening as we begin our overnight cruise to the first destination.
Day 2: Cabilao Island, Bohol
Cabilao offers shallow-topped reefs and stunning drop-offs teeming with life. The southern coast features pristine hard corals, while the reef hosts scorpionfish, tunas, jackfish, barracudas, frogfish, and nudibranchs—perfect for macro lovers and wide-angle enthusiasts alike.
Day 3: Gato Island, Malapascua
A Malapascua gem, Gato Island offers a mix of macro and big fish action. Dive through tunnels to see whitetip and bamboo sharks, explore soft coral gardens with pygmy seahorses and frogfish, and keep an eye out for squid and bait balls away from the reef.
Day 4: Kimud Shoal & Capitancillo Islet
Kimud Shoal is a sunken island with a reef top at 12–16m and depths dropping to over 200m. Known for potential encounters with thresher sharks, mantas, devil rays, and turtles, its hard and soft coral-covered walls also attract tuna, dolphins, and other pelagics. Capitancillo Islet offers dramatic formations and further exploratory dives.
Day 5: Balicasag Island
Dive a shallow plateau (6–18m) that drops into a wall lined with corals and marine life including moray eels, parrotfish, clownfish, and swirling schools of jacks along the wall.
Day 6: Panglao Island + Optional Land Tour
Expect sightings of turtles, reef sharks, eagle and manta rays, schooling barracuda and trevally, frogfish, ghost pipefish, and seahorses among dramatic reefs and walls. Optional land tours include:
· Chocolate Hills
· Loboc River Cruise Both include a visit to the Tarsiers—the world’s smallest primates.
Day 7: Oslob & Sumilon Island
Start the day diving with whale sharks at Oslob, then explore the beautiful reefs around Sumilon Island. Look for manta and stingrays, barracudas, sea turtles, sea snakes, and the occasional whale shark or hammerhead.
Day 8: Disembarkation – 8:00 AM
Disembark the Infiniti and return to Atlantis Dumaguete Resort. Continue your adventure with world-class muck diving or a visit to nearby Apo Island.
Note:
The final dive will be on Day 7. A 24-hour surface interval is recommended before flying. This is a sample itinerary. Dive sites, schedules, and routes are subject to change due to weather, logistics, and local regulations at the Captain’s discretion.
Specifications & Safety
· Construction: Aluminum Monohull
· Length: 117 feet; Beam: 18 feet; Draft: 7 feet, 1 inch
· Cruising Speed: 10 knots
· Range: 2,500 nautical miles
· Year Built: 1989; Year Refit: 2018/2024
· Builder: Seacraft Shipyard, Amelia, Louisiana
State Rooms: 20; Passengers: 16; Crew: (6+)
Infiniti captains and crew members are professionally licensed as required by the law in
which the vessel operates and they are required to comply with the Standard Operations
Procedures. Dive instructors and Dive Masters are trained and certified by national certification
agencies.
Safety equipment includes;
· First Aid Kit
· Oxygen System with 100% Demand
· Defibrillator
· Automatic Fire Extinguishers & Fire Fighting Equipment
· 406 EPIRB – Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons on the mother boat and
both zodiacs
· Life Rafts – Life Jackets with lights and whistles for all passengers and crew
Full complement of Safety and Rescue equipment. The crew conducts regular drills and rescue training.
Navigation equipment includes;
· Ray Marine E120 Chart-plotter
· 36 mile Color Radar
· Compass
· Video depth sounder
· GPS-Global Positioning System
Communication equipment includes;
· VHF radio
· Single Side Band Radio
· Weather facsimile
· Iridium Satellite Phone and computer station
· Internet and Cell Phone coverage possible on some trips
State Rooms
Infiniti has eleven deluxe staterooms – with double and single berths, lavatory and hairdryer,
private head and shower – and one suite on the top deck.
Rooms are serviced daily
Dive Deck & Photography
Their spacious dive deck allows you to gear up in comfort. A roomy three-tier camera table is available for photographers along with a charging station. All divers have their own storage area for dive equipment and there are fresh water showers on the back platform.
Most dives are done from two zodiac tender boats with a short ride to dives sites. Our dive team will ensure you get the best from every dive.
Courses: The Infiniti offers a full range of PADI Programs; popular specialties such as Nitrox,
Underwater Photography & Naturalist can be easily completed around the dive schedule.
Nitrox, Tech and Rebreathers: Nitrox is available on all charters. Technical diving and rebreather diving is possible if pre-arranged.
Entertainment and Amenities
Enjoy a wide selection of movies or games on our PS3 and flat screen TV or sit back with a book or magazine from our library; an assortment of board games and cards is also available.
Each evening you will be treated to either one of Atlantis’s unique marine life presentations, a picture slide show or a presentation on your next destination.
Besides diving, you can improve your photography skills, snorkel or take land excursions during your trip.
The Infiniti features a partially covered sun deck with chase lounges, complete wet bar, hot tub, an assortment of sitting areas with tables and large swim platform with warm freshwater showers.
Boutique
Shop! The Infiniti Boutique sells some essential dive equipment such as signal tubes, whistles and flashlights, as well as t-shirts, caps and other souvenirs.
Dinning
Atlantis Restaurant, located in Atlantis Puerto Galera & Dumaguete have long been described as “world class” and the “best food we have ever had on a dive vacation”; it’s no different on Infiniti. We proudly adhere to our principle of only serving freshly prepared meals and snacks. Our snack and drink bar is
open all day – featuring a Keurig cup brewing center with multiple choices. All drinks on board including social servings of beer, wine and local rum are complimentary. You may also bring your own beverages with no corkage fee.
Atlantis Dumaguete Resort
Atlantis Dumaguete – A Premier Dive Resort Experience
Part of the prestigious Atlantis Group, this high-end dive resort combines world-class diving with luxurious accommodations, seamless service, and all-inclusive dive-and-stay packages.
Located in Dauin, Negros Island, just 30 minutes from the local airport, Atlantis Dumaguete feels worlds away from the bustle yet remains perfectly accessible. Guests can enjoy exciting land tours, a peaceful tropical setting, and spectacular diving just minutes from shore.
Atlantis is renowned for its exceptional dive services, offering:
· Small dive groups (maximum 6 divers)
· Concierge-level equipment care
· A spacious, fully equipped camera room
· Modern washing & storage stations
· PADI courses and private guiding options
· Professional underwater photography support
With 44 guest rooms set in lush tropical gardens, a beachfront restaurant, a full-service spa, and a relaxing pool, the resort offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure.
Diving Highlights
· Up to 5 guided boat dives per day (9am, 11am, 2pm, 4pm, and 6pm night dives available daily)
· Choice of dive sites for each excursion
· Day trips to Apo Island, Balicasag, Siquijor, and Sumilon (three-tank days)
The reefs around Dumaguete are home to 3,000+ fish species and 448 coral species. Expect a mix of thrilling muck and macro diving, vibrant coral gardens, shoals of schooling fish, and largely intact underwater ecosystems. Conditions are diveable year-round, with generally good to excellent visibility and low to medium currents.
Atlantis Dumaguete
Arrival date is January 16, 2027
Departure date is January 21, 2027
Length of stay is 5 nights
Inclusions:
· Accommodation in 6 deluxe rooms (double occupancy/twin share)
· All meals at Atlantis Restaurant (chef-prepared breakfast and three-course lunch & dinner)
· Coffee, tea and filtered water are available from 06:00 am to 09:30 pm (Italian and specialty coffees are not included after breakfast)
· Unlimited internet access
· Unlimited scheduled boat diving (up to four-day dives and one night dive per day); excludes dawn dives and additional day trips
· One (1) day trip to Apo Island or similar
Exclusions:
· Marine Park Fee*
· Nitrox US$162.00 per person
· Transfers **
· Rental Equipment***
· Land Excursions***
· Dive Insurance****
*Guests are responsible for paying marine park fees at the time of their stay, which will be reflected on their final bill. This is due to local Municipalities setting these fees, which can therefore change at any time. The current fee per dive is PHP 210 (day dive) and PHP 500 (night dive).
**We provide Atlantis concierge round-trip transfers between Manila and Dumaguete for US$242.00 per person based on four (4) or more people traveling together, otherwise, a different rate applies. (This is included in the pricing) Rate includes roundtrip domestic economy airfare between Manila and Dumaguete with 1 bag 30kg/66lbs checked luggage, air-conditioned van between the international terminal and domestic terminal in Manila if applicable, round trip air-conditioned transfers between Dumaguete Airport and the resort, personal airport ‘meet and greet’, and luggage assistance.
Transfer rates are subject to change on bookings more than 12 months out.
Travel & Insurance Information
Arrival: For same-day connection to Dumaguete, please plan to arrive in Manila before 12:00 noon.
Departure: International outbound flights should depart after 3:00 PM from Manila.
Transfers: Allow a minimum of 4 hours between domestic and international terminals.
Equipment & Excursions:
For rental equipment or land excursion inquiries, please contact our reservations team.
Insurance Requirements:
· Mandatory: Medical and dive accident insurance for all liveaboard charters
· Recommended: Insurance for resort diving
· Highly Recommended: Trip cancellation & interruption insurance to protect against weather, health, or other unforeseen changes
Please note: Cancellations, losses, or disruptions outside of Atlantis’ control will be the guest’s responsibility unless covered by insurance.
Insurance Resources:
· Dive Assure (USA & Worldwide)
· Divers Alert Network (USA)
· DAN Europe Insurance
Trip insurance can also be purchased at the resort through Dive Assure
Overnight in Manila:
We can assist with hotel arrangements in Manila should you require an overnight stay on arrival or departure. Please contact Atlantis’s reservations team for details.
Atlantis Resort Dumaguete
5 Days / 4 Nights – Atlantis Dumaguete Resort
· Diving: 4 boat dives per day, plus shore and optional night shore diving
· Extras: Unlimited internet access, group round-trip boat & ground transfers
· Note: May require 1 night in Manila at additional cost
· Government tax: $15.00 per diver, payable at the resort
· Optional: 1-day diving at Apo Island (available upon request)
Pricing (Domestic Air and taxes included):
· Deluxe Single Room:  US$3,008.00
Deposit & Payments
$500 deposit to reserve your spot
· Balance final payment due by December 1st, 2026
Deposit & Payments
Dive the world-renowned sites around Apo Island, famous for:
· Intact coral gardens and colorful walls
· Over 450 species of hard & soft corals
· Abundant marine life: nudibranchs, frogfish, seahorses, clownfish, sea snakes, and more
· Short 20–25 min boat rides, with up to 3 dives per trip
· Additional nearby sites, including the protected Masaplod Marine Reserve, teeming with fish life
Bonus: Domestic airfare included!
A safe, English-speaking destination
Payment Plan: Philippine Trip to Atlantis
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Initial Deposit: $1,250
January 10, 2026 – $1,000
April 20, 2026 – $1,000
July 10, 2026 – $1,000
October 10, 2026 – $1,000
November 5, 2026 Balance
More payments can be made on a monthly basis if you wish.
