Batangas and Anilao
About 2 hr 30 min by car from Manila
The diving capital of Luzon, with coral reefs and beach resorts on the bay.
Why locals go
The closest real dive and beach weekend.
Visiting Manila?
At 2 hr 30 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Manila for your flight home.
What to book
- Scuba diving at Anilao
- Snorkel trip
- Island hopping to Sombrero Island
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Beach resort with a sea view
- Sunset on the bay
With friends
- Dive trip
- Island-hopping boat day
When to go
November to May.