Freediving Expedition · Philippines

Dugongs, lagoons, and the clearest water you'll ever film.

Coron, Philippines — coach-led, with the Shello crew.

26–30 Mar 2027next departure · 5D4N
Philippinesdestination
from RM4,800deposit RM1,500
Made forCertified freedivers — guided fun dives, wildlife & photography
The Guide

Is this one for you?

Activity type

Freediving · Photography

Trip format

Fun Dive

No course on this one — come certified and dive.
Famous marine life
DugongsSardine & reef fish schools
Best season

November – May — Palawan's dry season, when the lagoons are calm and clear.

Suitable for

Certified freedivers — guided fun dives, wildlife & photography

Group size

Maximum 3 divers

Difficulty

Intermediate — guided fun dives at your own depth, but you arrive certified.

Recommended certification

SSI Freediver

Certification required — this is a fun-dive and wildlife trip, not a course.

Why people love this one

  • A half-day dugong encounter — the reason people book this trip
  • Barracuda Lake: still, glass-clear water, perfect for lines and photos
  • Black Island — sardine and reef fish schooling, plus Cathedral Cave
  • Underwater video coverage for every water session

Planned Program

  • Day 1

    Arrive Busuanga Airport, transfer to Coron Town, check in and relax.

  • Day 2

    Morning session at Barracuda Lake — clear water, perfect for lines and photos. Afternoon chill dive at Twin Lagoon, sunset in Coron Town.

  • Day 3

    Morning Dugong Encounter (half day), return to town — massage or café time.

  • Day 4

    Boat trip to Black Island — sardine and reef fish schooling, plus Cathedral Cave (sea conditions permitting).

  • Day 5

    Check out, transfer to the airport.

🏝 Accommodation

Accommodation arranged for participants — twin-sharing, 4 nights in Coron Town

🍽 Meals

Participant's own arrangement — Coron Town's cafés and restaurants are part of the fun

🚤 Getting around

Boat arrangements for scheduled water sessions. Flights and land transfers are the participant's own arrangement.

What's Included

  • Full freediving coaching & guidance for every water session
  • Underwater video coverage during selected sessions
  • Boat arrangements for scheduled water sessions
  • Accommodation arranged — 4 nights twin-sharing in Coron Town

Not Included

  • Meals
  • Flights
  • Freediving gear rental
  • Dive insurance
  • Land transfers
  • 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-program pool session to refresh your skills
  • Buy flights only after we share the recommended schedule
  • Travel / dive insurance is highly recommended

Important Information

Shello Diver Club provides professional freediving and scuba coaching, guided water sessions, and expedition coordination. Accommodation, boat services, transportation, and other local logistics are arranged through our local operating partners where applicable.

Program schedules may be adjusted based on weather, sea conditions, participant safety, local operational requirements, and other unforeseen circumstances.

Deposit & cancellation policy

RM1,500 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%.

How your booking works

  1. Book
  2. Payment received
  3. Instructor confirms
  4. Booking confirmed

Payment does not automatically confirm your booking. Your slot is confirmed once your instructor approves it — you'll get a note the moment that happens.

Medical exception

Payments are generally non-refundable. However, for genuine medical emergencies or approved exceptional circumstances, Shello may convert the remaining unused value into Shello Credits instead of issuing a cash refund — subject to Shello approval.

Shello Credits

In approved exceptional circumstances, Shello may convert the unused value into Shello Credits instead of issuing a cash refund. These credits may be used towards future training, courses or expeditions, subject to Shello's approval.

Unexpected events

Shello reserves the right to amend or cancel trips due to weather, safety or unforeseen operational circumstances. Participants remain responsible for additional expenses such as flight changes, transport delays, accommodation changes, weather disruptions, illness and government restrictions.

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