Philippines · 4D3N

Sardine runs, turtles, and long lazy island days.

Bohol, Philippines — with the Shello crew.

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4D3NPhilippines
31 Mar 2027next departure
from RM2,800deposit RM1,000
Made forCertified freedivers — the Napaling sardine ball is worth the trip alone
The Guide

Is this trip for you?

Activity type

Freediving

Trip format

Fun Dive

No course on this one — come certified and dive.
Famous marine life
Sardine ballTurtles
Best season

November – May — the dry season, when the Bohol sea is calmest.

Suitable for

Certified freedivers — the Napaling sardine ball is worth the trip alone

Difficulty

Intermediate — the Napaling dive is a deep one, and you arrive certified.

Recommended certification

SSI Freediver

Certification required — this is a fun-dive trip built around one very famous sardine ball.

Why people book this one

  • The Napaling sardine ball — twice, morning and afternoon
  • A boat dive at Balicasag Island
  • An underwater photographer AND videographer on the trip
  • Long, lazy island days in between — this one is not a schedule

The plan

  • Day 1

    Morning flight to Panglao, check in and chill.

  • Day 2

    Morning deep fun dive at Napaling — sardine run. Lunch break, then an afternoon dive at Napaling.

  • Day 3

    Boat dive at Balicasag Island. Optional half-day island / sightseeing trip.

  • Day 4

    Check out, flight home.

🏝 Stay

Twin-sharing, 3 nights in Panglao

🍽 Meals

Not included

🚤 Transport

Not included — flights and land transfers are on you (we'll share recommendations)

Included

  • 3 nights twin-sharing accommodation
  • 2 shore dives (Napaling sardine run)
  • 1 boat dive (Balicasag)
  • UW photographer + videographer + instructor

Not included

  • Meals & drinks
  • Flight tickets
  • Freediving gear rental
  • Diving insurance
  • Land transfer
  • Local tour
  • Tips & personal expenses

Before you go

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months at travel date
  • Check your equipment with your instructor early — buy or rent missing items in time
  • Book a pre-trip pool session to refresh your skills
  • Buy flights only after we share the recommended schedule
  • Travel / dive insurance is highly recommended

Deposit & cancellation policy

RM1,000 deposit secures your slot — deposits are non-refundable. Full payment is due 1 month before departure. Cancellation (per person): 32–44 days before the trip 50% of the trip fee · 15–31 days 75% · 14 days or less 100%.

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