Diving Made Easy – Courses, Fun Dives & Boutique Hotel in El Nido
Welcome to Tabanka Divers – your German-run PADI 5 Star Dive Resort in the tropical paradise of El Nido, Palawan. Whether you're looking for a PADI course, a relaxed fun dive, or a comfy stay in our boutique dive hotel – we offer it all in one of the most stunning locations in the Philippines. Dive in, unwind, and enjoy – Tabanka makes it happen.
FUN DIVES
Unlock a world of adventures. Explore the best dive sites in El Nido, Palawan.
- Daily Fun Dive Trips
- Departure 8am, return 3pm
- Visit 3 top-notch dive sites every day
- Equipment, refreshments and lunch included
- Comfortable dive boat with toilet
- Small groups (4:1DM)
- Book online, reservation required
- 2 Dives: 4800p; 3 Dives 5400p
- LOW SEASON PROMO JULY - SEPTEMBER
PADI COURSES
Get PADI Certified with Tabanka Divers.
With a focus on safety and professionalism we ensure that you will get the most out of your PADI course. Start at home with PADI eLearning. In El Nido we practice only in small groups (2:1 Ratio).
ALL OUR PADI BEGINNER COURSES INCLUDE A PERSONAL DIVE ACCIDENT INSURANCE.
TRY DIVING
LEARN DIVING
- PADI Open Water Diver
Continue Education
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
- PADI Rescue Diver
Become a Dive-Pro
- PADI Divemaster Training
BOOK YOUR PADI COURSE HERE
STAY & DIVE
Our Hotel "Hardy & Banx" in CorongCorong is designed for Ocean Lovers and Remote Worker.
Looking for a cozy room with a refreshing pool and fast internet? We got you covered. Our Dive Hotel "Hardy & Banx" is designed for all Ocean Lover and Remote Worker. Nestled in the second line from CorongCorong's famous sunset beach and just a 5 minutes walk from Tabanka Divers dive centre.
PADI 5 STAR CENTRE
Tabanka Divers are located at Lugadia Beach in CorongCorong.
Our home-base is Lugadia Beach in CorongCorong, 2km south from El Nido downtown. This spot is famous for the amazing sunset view and offers all you need for a perfect beach vacation in El Nido: Restaurants, Beach Clubs, Scooter Rental, Island Tours, local Market, ATM, Pharmacy, Doctor, all categories of Hotels, Villas, Hostels.
Our Hotel "Hardy & Banx" is just a 5 minutes walk from the beachfront dive shop.
WHY TABANKA DIVERS?
Top Reviews & Rates. Super Cozy Rooms. Experts at Improvisation.
- PADI 5 Star Resort est. 2012 in El Nido
- Stay & Dive in our Hotel Hardy & Banx
- German management, local heart
- Individual training in small groups (2:1 Ratio)
- Dive Accident Insurance incl. for students
We are not flawless but we're experts at improvisation
DIVING SEASONS
When is the best time to go Diving in El Nido?
- Diving is possible all year around
- Dry season: February to May
- Rainy season: June to September
- Best visibility: April to November (+15m, 30°C)
- Typhoons/LPA: strongest from Oct - December
- Stay updated with windy.tv and PAGASA
DIVING CONDITIONS IN EL NIDO
AQUATIC LIFE
How is the diving in El Nido?
Dive into the beauty of El Nido! With 45 surrounding islands, our coral reefs teem with life big and small. Explore 20 dive sites suitable for all experience levels, from easy beach entries to the challenging Dilumacad Tunnel for divers with 30 or more logged dives. While we can't promise big fish sightings daily, we always keep an eye out for them. For the best chance to spot Whale Sharks and Manta Rays, visit El Nido, Palawan, between December and April.
To explore the famous WW2 Shipwrecks divers head to Coron, Busuanga. Thats 5 hours north from El Nido. For the ultimate diving vacation, combine both destinations!
BEST DIVE SITES IN EL NIDO
CONTACT US NOW
Tabanka Scuba Diving Inc
Lugadia, Brgy Corong Corong
5313 El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
+63 0905 2253464;
info@tabanka-divers.com