Charming BlueDive Centre

Charming Blue Dive Center, located on the picturesque Panglao Island, is the ideal base for exploring the tropical paradise's waters. It features pristine coral reefs, vibrant fish, gentle sea turtles, and playful dolphins. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, we offer unforgettable underwater experiences. From shallow coral gardens to spectacular deep-sea cliffs, each dive is a new adventure. Dive into this enchanting blue world with us and gain a unique diving experience.

DIVE INTO A NEW WORLD

At Charming Blue Dive Centre, we combine safety and excitement to deliver an unforgettable underwater adventure. Our modern facilities and spacious air-conditioned classrooms provide a relaxed and comfortable environment for your dive training.


Our team of experienced international instructors tailor courses to suit each diver’s pace and needs. Beginners can start with a Try Dive and then proceed to our three-day PADI Open Water certification. After certification, you can enhance your skills with our Advanced Open Water course.


Safety is our top priority. We offer Rescue Diver and Emergency First Response (EFR) courses to ensure you're equipped to handle emergencies. For those pursuing a professional diving career, our Divemaster and Instructor Development Course (IDC) will help you reach new heights.


Whether you're exploring coral reefs or starting a dive career, Charming Blue Dive Centre provides a safe, supportive, and enjoyable diving experience.

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Panglao Island: A Diver's Paradise

Panglao Island, located south of Bohol in the Philippines, is a haven for diving enthusiasts, known for its clear waters and vibrant coral reefs. The island's rich marine ecosystem offers a unique underwater experience for every diver.

Balicasag Island is a popular dive site known for its beautiful coral gardens and diverse marine life. Diving here, you'll see giant sea fans, colorful corals, schools of barracuda, and bumphead parrotfish, and you may even have close encounters with sea turtles and manta rays.

The Black Forest dive site is famous for its black coral formations and marine biodiversity, where you can spot frogfish, lionfish, and nudibranchs. The calm waters also make it perfect for underwater photography.

Dive sites around Alona Beach cater to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced divers. With options like wreck dives and vertical underwater walls, there are plenty of opportunities for exploration and adventure.

Charming Blue Dive Centre offers professional courses and guided dives, providing everything from snorkeling to deep diving experiences, making it a great choice for divers.

Panglao Island is more than just a diving destination—it's an adventure with the ocean. Each dive is a new discovery, inviting you to find peace and passion in these pristine waters.

Getting to Panglao from Manila

Getting to Panglao from Manila

Here are two simple options:

1.Flying to Panglao Island

  • Flight: Take a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila to Panglao International Airport (TAG). The flight takes about 1.5 hours.
  • Airlines: Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, AirAsia, etc.

2.From Cebu to Panglao Island: Ferry and Car

  • Ferry: Take a ferry from Cebu City’s pier to Tagbilaran, which takes about 2 hours. Companies like OceanJet and SuperCat operate this route, so booking tickets in advance is recommended.
  • Car: After arriving at Tagbilaran Port, you can take a taxi, tricycle, or book a dive center vehicle in advance to reach Panglao Island, which is about a 30-minute drive.

Charming Blue Dive Centre offers a comfortable paid shuttle service. We provide 12-seater vans to ensure a more convenient journey, allowing you to enjoy scenic views of the sea and countryside while traveling in comfort.