Philippines · SE Asia

Moalboal

Year-round whale sharks at Oslob + Moalboal's million-sardine tornado

7-8 hours from India
eVisa (eTravel)
30 dive sites
27-29°C
SSI+PADI

Dive trips to Moalboal

1 curated expedition visiting Moalboal — fixed dates, small groups, vetted partner operators, zero agency fee.

🇵🇭 Moalboal & Malapascua, Philippines

Sep 2027

Philippines Sardines & Threshers

Moalboal & Malapascua, Philippines · 6N/7D

IntermediateIntegrated Coastal Resort

₹1,15,000

6 nights · diving incl.

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Courses you can take in Moalboal

19 canonical courses bookable through iDive partner schools · all SSI+PADI certified · zero agency fee.

Discover Scuba

Discover Scuba in Moalboal

1 · PADI-certified

₹4,500from

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Scuba Diver

Scuba Diver in Moalboal

2 · PADI-certified

₹19,800from

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Open Water Diver

Open Water Diver in Moalboal

3 · PADI-certified

₹29,300from

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Advanced Open Water

Advanced Open Water in Moalboal

2 · PADI-certified

₹30,600from

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Enriched Air (Nitrox)

Enriched Air (Nitrox) in Moalboal

1 · PADI-certified

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Deep Diver

Deep Diver in Moalboal

2 · PADI-certified

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Wreck Diver

Wreck Diver in Moalboal

PADI-certified

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Night Diver

Night Diver in Moalboal

2 · PADI-certified

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Peak Performance Buoyancy

Peak Performance Buoyancy in Moalboal

1 · PADI-certified

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Fun Dives

Fun Dives in Moalboal

not specified · PADI-certified

₹7,300from

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Rescue Diver

Rescue Diver in Moalboal

3 · PADI-certified

₹31,900from

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Emergency First Response

Emergency First Response in Moalboal

1 · PADI-certified

₹9,900from

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Divemaster

Divemaster in Moalboal

30 · PADI-certified

₹89,300from

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Instructor / IDC

Instructor / IDC in Moalboal

14 · PADI-certified

₹1,27,500from

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Course Packages

Course Packages in Moalboal

1 · PADI-certified

₹26,800from

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Search & Recovery

Search & Recovery in Moalboal

2 · PADI-certified

₹15,300from

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Bubblemaker & Kids

Bubblemaker & Kids in Moalboal

2 · PADI-certified

₹7,000from

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Refresher / ReActivate

Refresher / ReActivate in Moalboal

1 · PADI-certified

₹5,700from

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Underwater Photography

Underwater Photography in Moalboal

1 · PADI-certified

₹12,600from

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When to dive in Moalboal

Peak months mean clearest visibility, best marine sightings and stable weather. Shoulder is still good. Off-season often has rough conditions or monsoon.

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Peak Shoulder Off-season

Best months: Jan–May, Dec. Book at least 6-8 weeks ahead — peak season fills early.

What you'll see in Moalboal

Marine life you can spot diving here. Click any creature to find trips that target sightings of it.

Sardine Run (Sardinella)

About diving in Moalboal

Guaranteed whale sharks + sardine run + best-value diving in SE Asia.

What pulls divers to Moalboal: Oslob whale sharks + Moalboal sardine run.

Diving conditions are typically calm to moderate, with water temperatures around 27-29°C.

It's a particularly strong fit for whale shark hunters, macro photographers, value seekers.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to dive in Moalboal?

Peak season is Jan–May, Dec — clearest visibility, calmest seas, best marine sightings. Shoulder months (Jun, Nov) are still good with thinner crowds. Avoid Jul–Oct unless you are chasing specific seasonal species.

Do Indians need a visa for Philippines?

eVisa (eTravel). Always confirm latest requirements with the embassy before booking flights.

How long is the flight from India and what does it cost?

Flights from major Indian cities are typically 7-8 hours, with one-way fares around ₹22K-32K. We can help you find the cheapest dates around your dive trip.

What can I see underwater in Moalboal?

Year-round you will see Sardine Run (Sardinella), Green Turtle, Hawksbill Turtle, Mandarinfish, Giant Frogfish.

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