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CENTER OF ATTRACTION
ALONA BEACH, Panglao, Bohol
The famous Alona Beach, on the south-west tip of Panglao Island, is a one and a half kilometer long stretch of coral white sandy beach where resorts and dive centers, restaurants and souvenir shops alternate. It is the most developing beach in Bohol and now one of the top tourist destinations in the Philippines.
Panglao Island is directly connected with the main island Bohol with its famous majestic Chocolate Hills and the cute bug-eyed tarsiers. But to round up the picture of Bohol we have to add the jungle interior, an adventure sport paradise, rice terraces and the different beaches.
This combination of Panglao Island with its fantastic diving and Bohols land attractions makes the area to a great location for your vacation.
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Top divesites around Alona Beach
1. Balicasag
World renowned Balicasag Island – said to be one of the best dives in Asia. Stunning walls, coral gardens, and many turtles call this haven their home. A marine sanctuary with 5 different dive sites & walls down to +40m. Giant black corals, schooling jack fish, and barracudas, turtles, sponges, frogfish, moray eels, soft and hard corals make Balicasag Island a must see, must dive. Whale sharks are seen about once a fortnight swimming gracefully along the walls – so don’t forget to look “Into the Blue”. It’s also a haven for snorkelers. With a small kayak you can go onto the island and explore.
Sea Explorers Dive Centers - Alona Beach
There are two Sea Explorers dive center in Alona Beach. One is located inside Alona Vida Beach Resort in the center of Alona Beach, and the other one is inside Amorita Resort on the northern end of Alona Beach. Both are equipped with O2 equipment, first aid kit, and a fish book library. Souvenirs and retail diving accessories are also available inside.
Dive Center Check-In
The dive center is open daily from 8 am to 7 pm. Check-in is possible any time during office hours. Our staff will show you around, explain the dive center procedures, and help you get your dive equipment ready. The following documents are required for dive center registration: Diver certificate, logbook, medical certificate
Accommodation In Alona Beach
Alona Vida Beach Resort
Amorita Resort
Pyramid
Beach Resort
Getting there
ARRIVAL IN CEBU/MACTAN INT’L AIRPORT:
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From Cebu/Mactan International Airport to Cebu City Pier: 20-30 minutes by car
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From Cebu City Pier to Tagbilaran Pier: 2 to 2.5 hours by fast ferry
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From Tagbilaran Pier to Alona Beach: 30-40 minutes by car
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From Cebu/Mactan International Airport to Tagbilaran Domestic Airport by Cebu Pacific: 30 minutes flight
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From Tagbilaran Domestic Airport to Alona Beach: 30-40 minutes by car
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ARRIVAL IN TAGBILARAN, BOHOL DOMESTIC AIRPORT:
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From Tagbilaran Airport Bohol: 30-45 minutes by car to Alona Beach
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Let Sea Explorers arrange your transfers to ensure a hassle-free journey!