El Galleon Beach Resort

El Galleon is a gem located in Puerto Gallara, Philippines. This resort also had an amazing Dive program Asia Divers where they can teach very entry level to high level diving. Upon arrival you will hopefully meet Ally who treats like her own the entire team is so attentive and welcoming. There is an onsite restaurant that is open from sunrise to evening hours with a variety of food. They have a very relaxing “living room” area where there is a TV and comfy sectional it creates a place of comfort and connection. They have multiple rooms that are somewhat outdated but all the other amenities make up for that. They even have onsite spa with massages and facials. If you are an English speaking person and want to have more connection this way they had plenty of staff and guests who all spoke English. They also have beach access with their own doc, so if you want to dive or just swim around it is all connected. This is a place worth checking out and for sure diving with as well.

This place has all the basics covered. I spent 6 nights here with a buddy and dove with Asia divers, their in house shop. From greeting and reception, to daily breakfasts at the hotel, to 3-4 daily dives, I couldn't have asked for more. The whole team was friendly, kind, and took good care of us. The rooms were very basic, but spacious enough and clean. The food in the restaurant was good. The star of the show was diving which is great, and their dive staff is amazing. Great views and location at the hotel. My only warning, is if you stay in a sea view room you need to be physically fit as you will climb lots of stairs to your room. I would stay here again and would recommend this to others looking for a total dive package while in Puerto Galera.

This was my 2nd trip to El Galleon and considering how good my 1st trip was , which I thought could not be beaten, I was totally blown away when I have to say it was even better. From the moment you arrive you are treated like a long lost friend. Everyone remembers you and everywhere you loo you are surrounded by genuine smiles from all the team. The diving was fantastic and I completed another course under the guidance of my diving guru Pete Eaton , who is just a great guy who loves to dive and loves nothing better than to see everyone who dives with him enjoy themselves and have the best experience. The same can be said of all the dive crew, Instructors and divemasters and of course the amazing deck crew led by Sir Darwin who is just a total gentleman !! they work so hard to make every dive a joy. Thank you very much for everything that you do !!! The food was fantastic , Toto the chef and his team who conjure up the the daily specials , the mango shakes , the morning coffees , the valentines day dinner , the quality was brilliant !! The waitresses , what a team !!! from morning to the early hours in the Point bar they are always there smiling and making sure you are looked after for your entire trip. For anyone who wants to try Scuba , anyone who just wants an amazing relaxing holiday , I would highly recommend that you plan a trip to this amazing resort and just enjoy the fantastic service and friendliness of all the team that work here. My friends are I did not take too long to agree to return next year for 3 weeks as it is just a brilliant place to visit, make friends and share our passion for scuba diving.

Just to be clear I did not stay at El Galleon Resort I used the Dive Asia operation and it's top notch. Thank you to all there for a great experience. From the dive guys on the pier slinging tanks and equipment, to the dive masters (shoutout to my gal Fran, the best !), to the office staff everyone is great. Went on a couple of dives and had a super time, hugely fun. I hadn't had a dive in some years, probably should have done a refresher course (recommended if like me you haven't done a dive in 7+ years ) but Fran saw what she was in for with me the first day, second day buddied me, at one point I was losing my friggin dive belt, she had me knee up on the bottom adjusted belt, off we went. I cannot recommend this dive outfit enough, if you dive in Sabang, go with Dive Asia at the El Galleon Resort.

The hotel is simply amazing! Very comfortable and clean, great friendly staff, FABULOUS restaurant... diving was extremely well organized - divers meet by the pool to talk about their dives... such cool atmosphere...we will surely go back!

The staff is super friendly and helpful. The food very good and exceeded our expectations. The dive shop crew was amazing. They take care of all your gear, down to the smallest detail and the guides are very knowledgeable about the sites. I highly recommend El Galleon Dive Resort.