Diver over Dauin reef and Apo Island corals

Dauin Dive Resort. Coastal dives, reefs, Muck Diving & Apo Island Trips

Small-group guided dives • SSI/FFESSM training • House reef critters & turtles

Guided dives in French, English, and Tagalog at La Tortue
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Bamboo rooms by the beach

Bamboo rooms by the beach

Seaview • Garden • Family • Deluxe • Dormitory

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Tropical beachfront at La Tortue Diving Center in Dauin

Easy Access Airport or Seaport

Ferries to Siquijor/Bohol/Cebu • Bus to Moalboal • 30-min from Dumaguete

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Beach dinner setup at La Tortue Dining Center

Beach dining & fresh shakes

Breakfast & local plates • Pasta & burgers • Cocktails by the sea

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Dauin & Apo Island Dives & Courses

Plan guided fun dives or level up with our SSI courses in the Philippines, custom quote on request.

Fun dives at La Tortue in Dauin

Daily Fun Dives - Gorgeous Reefs, World-Class Muck Sites

Dauin coastal diving available daily for certified divers and weekly trips to Apo island!
  • 3–4 dives / day by shore entry starting at ₱1,900 all-in
  • Boat dives to Apo Island day trip package at ₱6,200 all-in
  • French-speaking dive professionnals, discounted rates for multiple dives, nitrox available on request
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Try scuba in the shallows

Try Scuba

1 dive • 2.5 to 3 hrs • ₱3,000
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Open Water course at La Tortue

Open Water

6 dives • 3 days • ₱21,000
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Advanced diver on Apo wall

Advanced Open Water

5 dives • 2 days • ₱17,000
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Rated 4.8/5 on Google

How's La Tortue Diving Center?

"After a few weeks of traveling, I almost found a home... everything was perfect: the incredibly kind staff, the food, the accommodations."

Juliette — Sept 2024

"At the foot of the hotel, we already have an incredible site for diving. Five minutes away, the El Dorado site is just crazy."

Emmanuelle — Sept 2024

"I spent an unforgettable 10 days there, and leaving felt like saying goodbye to family."

Gilles — Jan 2025

"The quality of the welcome from the team, the quality of the food (important for French people!), the feeling of being with family will convince you to come back!"

Béatrice — Nov 2024

"The atmosphere is superb, and the restaurant offers very good dishes... the hotel is magnificent!"

Ambroise — May 2025

Stay in Bamboo Rooms

Shared Dormitory with bunk beds Dormitory
From ₱650 / bed / night
Seaview Cottage with ocean view Seaview Cottages
From ₱1,900 / night for 2
Deluxe Room with air conditioning AC Room
From ₱2,800 / night for 2
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Pizza and seafood spread at La Tortue dining.

Beach Dining

Breakfast classics, Filipino favorites, pasta & burgers, fruit shakes and cocktails.

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PHP 200 / person
Consumable on food & drinks Beach access 8:30am-7:30pm

Use your consumable to lounge, swim, and enjoy the beach kitchen.

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Pizza, fries, and quesadilla at La Tortue dining
Drinks and food spread at La Tortue dining
Adobo, bistek tagalog, and lumpia dishes at La Tortue dining
Meatballs and spaghetti at La Tortue dining
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Quick reads on diving, resort life, and practical planning in Dauin.

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Explore La Tortue before your stay

Discover Dauin from one beachfront base. La Tortue combines bamboo cottages, a beach restaurant and a dive center offering daily guided dives, SSI and FFESSM courses, and scheduled Apo Island trips. Certified divers can explore Dauin's reefs and muck-diving sites in small groups, while beginners can start with Try Scuba or Open Water training. Rooms, diving and meals can be booked together or separately. Contact the team directly through the website, WhatsApp or email to plan your stay.

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