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Description
Boat
Narayana is a 26 meters long, 5.2 meters wide diving liveaboard boat that designed for scuba diving, built in 2014, and it was fully dry docked in 2018. The new look is very modern, yet it retains all its original comfort. It providing the best value-for-money Tubbataha/Philippine liveaboard to be found.
Narayana is crafted from Thailand’s strongest ironwood, this vessel was specifically designed for liveaboard diving the remote reef of Tubbataha. It is owned and managed by a Filipino-German family with extensive knowledge of the dive liveaboard industry.
Narayana has an outside dining room on the upper deck, offering great seaviews, and the sun deck comes with shaded daybed, are convenient for relaxation and idleness. The panoramic view will attract you to watch supernatural sunsets.
Cabin
Narayana has 8 air-conditioned cabins, it can welcome up to 14 guests :
All cabins are en suite with a private shower and also have individually controlled air conditioning.
2 Bunk Cabins :
Located on the upper deck, each cabin comes with two single berth in bunk style, windows.
6 Double Cabins :
Located on the main deck, each cabin comes with a double bed, its own private balcony (2m long, 80cm wide), windows.
Diving
- 3 dives per day + alternating additional sunset/night dives.
- No night dives are allowed in the Tubbataha Marine Park.
- No dive on the embarkation and disembarkation day.
- Only 1 - 2 dives will be provided on the last diving day.
- All diving will provide experienced guide to lead the dive.
Other information
- Nitrox：Not available at the moment yet
- 15L Tanks：Available with additional charge
- REBREATHER Dive：Not available at the moment
- Technical Dive：Not available at the moment yet
- Dive Equipment Rental：Available with additional charge
- Dive insurance：Divers must have valid dive insurance
- Wi-Fi Internet ：Available with additional charge
- Laundry Service：Not available at the moment yet
- Massage Service：Not available at the moment yet
- Payment on board：Cash (USD, PHP)
- Crew Number：10, include 2 dive guides
Itineraries
Tubbataha
Day 1: Embarkation and departure from the Puerto Princesa city pier.
Day 2: Arrive at Tubbataha; diving day (4 dives)
Day 3: Diving day (4 dives)
Day 4: Diving day (4 dives)
Day 5: Diving day (4 dives)
Day 6: Half day diving and depart Tubbataha (2 dives)
Day 7: Arrive at the Puerto Princesa city pier and disembark.
Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is a 97,030-hectare Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Palawan, the westernmost Philippine province. It is located 150km southeast of Puerto Princesa City, at the heart of the Coral Triangle, the global centre of marine biodiversity.
Tubbataha Reef is one of the best dive site in the whole world and a dream of every diver.
The park contains roughly 10,000 hectares of coral reef, lying at the heart of the Coral Triangle - the global centre of marine biodiversity. Scientists have been visiting these reefs since the 1980s, and their research has shown that Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is home to no less than:
600 species of fish
360 species of corals (about half of all coral species in the world)
11 species of sharks
13 species of dolphins & whales
100 species of birds
And also nesting Hawksbill & Green sea turtles.
Coron & Apo Reef
EL NIDO is a world wide known as the Best Island in the World, we will explore and let you experience the most pristine beach, we will also let you experience a day tour to the Blue Secret lagoon in EL NIDO Palawan. CORON is tropical Island in the province of Palawan Philippines, that is best known for world class WWII-era wreck diving, though the area also offers lime stone karst landscapes, crystal clear fresh water lakes and shallow water coral reef.
BUASUANGA SAFARI - Calauit Safari Park is a wildlife sanctuary in the Philippines which was originally created in 1976 as a game reserve featuring large African mammals, translocated there under the orders of the President Ferdinand Marcos during his 21-year rule of the country.
Today, populations of Reticulated giraffe and Grévy's zebra still roam the park, while the populations of Waterbuck, Common Eland, Impala, Topi, Bushbuck, and Thomson’s gazelle have died out. But an expansion of the program initiated by local officials in the 1980s to conserve indigenous species has resulted in the successful conservation of Calamian deer, Palawan bearded pig, Philippine crocodile, Philippine porcupine, Binturong, and Philippine mouse-deer.
The park is located in Calauit Island, a 3,700-hectare (9,100-acre) island in the Calamian Islands chain that lies off the coast of Palawan in the Mimaropa region of the Philippines. APO REEF - Second to non other than "The Great". Ever heard of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, the largest contiguous reef system in the world? Bet you didn't know the world's second largest is located in our own country, the Philippines? Yes, Apo Reef is second to Australia's Great Barrier Reef and Philippine's largest reef system. This reef and its surrounding waters are protected areas collectively known as Apo Reef Natural Park (ARNP).
Schedules & routes
Prices & conditions
Included
- Transfers from airport and/or hotel to the yacht
- VAT and local taxes
- Full-board meal plan (including snacks)
- Complimentary beverages (water, tea, coffee)
- Diving activity (incl. tanks, weights, weight belts)
- Dive guide service
- Land excursions and activities throughout the trip
- Boat accident insurance
- Cabin towels and complimentary toiletries
- Cabin cleaning service
Not included
- Domestic flights in destination country
- Marine park fees & Port fees
- Fuel surcharge
- Alcoholic beverage
- Soft drinks
- Dive equipment rentals
- Larger tank (15 L)
- Dive insurance (mandatory requirement)
- Travel insurance (trip cancellation insurance)
- Wi-Fi
- Crew gratuity
Useful information
Coron and Apo Reef
Best time for diving
November to May is considered the best diving season, with generally calm seas and optimal visibility. The dry season runs from October to June, offering the most stable weather conditions. Diving is possible year-round, but July to September may experience stronger winds and rougher seas due to the southwest monsoon. Visibility typically ranges between 15 – 30 meters, and currents are usually mild, especially in Coron, while Apo Reef can experience moderate currents.
About temperatures
Air: generally ranges between 26°C – 32°C year-round.
Sea: warm throughout the year, usually between 26°C – 29°C.
Wetsuit Recommendation
A 3 mm wetsuit is recommended year-round. Some divers may prefer a shorty during the warmer months.
Diver requirement
Suitable for all levels in Coron, especially for wreck diving with calm conditions and shallow depths. Apo Reef is better suited for Advanced Open Water due to depth and currents. You can find out more information about diving in this area here: Coron & Apo Reef
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Most liveaboards embark and disembark in Busuanga / Coron (USU). Some itineraries may start or end in Batangas or Puerto Galera, especially when combined with other destinations. Please ask our agent to confirm the exact port for your selected trip.
Visa Requirements
The Philippines offers visa-free entry for many nationalities, allowing stays of up to 30 days, with possible extensions available locally. For the latest visa information, please consult the Philippine Bureau of Immigration. Immigration authorities may request proof of onward or return travel upon arrival.
Vaccinations
No mandatory vaccinations are required for travelers arriving from non-risk countries. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only for travelers coming from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Philippine Peso (PHP). Cash is recommended for small purchases, while USD, credit and debit cards are accepted in major hotels and liveaboards.
Drones
Drone use is generally allowed in the Philippines, but restrictions may apply in marine protected areas and near airports. For details, visit Drone laws in the Philippines
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
Tubbataha Reef
Best time for diving
March to June is considered the best season for diving in Tubbataha, as the seas are calm and visibility is excellent, often between 20 – 40 meters. Currents can be moderate to strong, making some sites more suitable for experienced divers. The park is closed from mid-June to mid-March due to rough seas during the rainy season.
About temperatures
Air: generally ranges between 28°C - 34°C during the diving season.
Sea: warm all year round, around 27°C - 30°C.
Wetsuit Recommendation
A 3 mm wetsuit is usually sufficient, although some divers prefer a 5 mm for longer dives or early-season trips.
Diver requirement
Due to strong currents at some sites, advanced open water or equivalent experience is recommended, although there are calmer sites suitable for less experienced divers. You can find out more information about diving in this area here: Tubbataha
Embarkation / Disembarkation
Liveaboards usually depart from Puerto Princesa (PPS), Palawan. For the 1st and last trip during the dive season, itineraries include a return to Puerto Princesa or an alternate port, please check with our agent for exact details.
Visa Requirements
The Philippines offers visa-free entry for many nationalities, allowing stays of up to 30 days, with possible extensions available locally. For the latest visa information, please consult the Philippine Bureau of Immigration. Immigration authorities may request proof of onward or return travel upon arrival.
Vaccinations
No mandatory vaccinations are required for travelers arriving from non-risk countries. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only for travelers coming from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Money Matters
The local currency is the Philippine Peso (PHP). Cash is recommended for small purchases, while USD, credit and debit cards are accepted in major hotels and liveaboards.
Drones
Drone use is generally allowed in the Philippines, but restrictions may apply in marine protected areas and near airports. For details, visit Drone laws in the Philippines
Extending your holiday
We offer a range of hotels/resorts, land-based diving packages, and excursions that can be arranged before or after your liveaboard holiday. Just ask us if you need such service.
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