10 Reasons to Dive in Anda, Bohol with Magic Oceans Dive Resort
Magic Oceans Dive Resort is tucked away in the small town of Anda, Bohol. The marine life found thriving in Anda’s corals make Magic Oceans the perfect destination for divers wanting to immerse themselves in the best of the coral triangle.
The reasons to stay at Magic Oceans go on and on, but if you read this listicle blog you will discover the TOP 10 reasons why they are the dream dive destination.
1. THE DIVERSITY: There is something to suit everyone.
Anda is famous for its amazing muck diving, the micro critters hiding in the sand here will astonish even the most experienced of divers, but that is just the cherry on the cake! Many of the dive sites frequented by Magic Oceans are either walls or slopes. Sites that are totally carpeted with coral gardens in a myriad of colors, inhabited by countless different kinds of life.
2. XXL TO XXS: Whale sharks, super micro Nudibranchs, and everything in between.
Pygmy Sea Horses, Coleman Shrimps, Bobtail Squids, are just a few on the tiny critters hiding in the corals around Anda. But divers, keen divers always remember to look over their shoulder and check out the big blue. If you’re lucky you’ll spot huge Rays, Turtles, Dolphins or even the legendary Whale Shark.
3. THE PEACE AND QUIET: Where else can you feel like the only diver in the world?
Anda is still one of the Coral Triangles best-kept secrets. In fact, it’s so quiet that Magic Oceans have a policy if they arrive at a dive site with even one other dive boat moored, they will move onto the next. Divers exploring with Magic Oceans are always the only divers in sight.
4. 24/7 DIVING: Magic Oceans’ House Reef is always open for business.
Magic Oceans’ house reef it literally right on their doorstep, and guests are welcome to grab a tank at any time of day or night and dive in. Not only that… south offers muck diving, east offers a sandy slope with bombies and west has a steep wall!
5. DIVE SITES GALORE: So many dive sites to choose from, all with something different.
Inside Magic Oceans dive center their dive map doesn’t just show the location of all 27 the sites they visit. They also have a comprehensive explanation of each site, including what kind of critters you can expect to find and the typography, even what kind of leans you should use for your camera. There is also the eminent ‘Secret Place’, this dive site is so super-secret it is not even on the dive map, Magic Oceans are the only dive center to visit this gorgeous muck diving site.
6. FRIENDLY, CLEAN AND PROFESSIONAL: Constantly be impressed, above and below the water.
Of course, offering fantastic diving isn’t all it takes to make a dive center great. At Magic Oceans they have three top priorities: Friendly staff, a clean resort, and delicious food. Their bamboo bungalows showcase the unique Filipino style of architecture, with a luxurious twist; and the gardens, complete with an open plan bar and restaurant let you know you have truly arrived in a tropical paradise.
7. FLEXIBILITY: One boat dive per day, or five, it’s up to you
Magic Oceans typically offers three-day boat dives, and one-night boat dives every day. If that doesn’t suit, they are more than happy to adjust the schedule where ever possible to ensure every guest has their ideal dive holiday.
8. BIG BOATS, SMALL GROUPS: No one wants to go diving just to look at other divers.
There are three boats at Magic Oceans, all which are very spacious custom-built dive boats, and they have the perfect number of Dive Masters to cater to a full resort. This means that average group of divers is only four people, giving each person the chance to spread out, avoiding a big bunch of divers all swimming into each other, stirring up the sand and startling the marine life. The dive center itself is huge, providing guests with plenty of room for showing and changing, plus washing and storing their gear.
9. PADI 5-Star IDC AWARD: Divers can relax, knowing they are safe, with a PADI certified dive team.
It’s not easy to become a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Center, but Magic Oceans Dive Center have done it. This is the resort that dive professionals go to, to take their career to the next level. Even guests that have no interest in continuing their dive education can rest assured that all the guides at Magic Oceans have a minimum of a PADI Dive Master Certification.
10. LAND ADVENTURES: Feel like having a dry day? There’s still heaps to do.
Bohol is a stunningly beautiful island, with a seemingly never-ending forest, offering both adventure and opportunities for relaxation. Caves, beaches, monkeys, ziplining, motorbikes, and amazing massages; if you want a day out of the water there is still a long list of activities to keep you entertained. Alternatively, laying by the pool with a good book and a Pina Colada is always a good idea!
Experience the 10 reasons to dive in Anda, Bohol with Magic Oceans Dive Resort for yourself, call our offices at 800-330-6611, request a quote now or send a note to sales@caradonna.com. We will arrange all the details of travel, diving, transfer and accommodations in one shot.