Ocean Passion

On Malapascua Island in the Philippines, Ocean Passion Dive Center is a PADI Five Star Instructor Development Dive Center where expert instructors and well-equipped facilities make every dive memorable. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned diver, the team's focus on safety, excellence, and ongoing education comes through in everything they do — including comprehensive instructor development programs for those building a diving career.

Courses and dive sites

With 14 courses and activities led by 2 PADI Instructors, the center covers the spectrum from PADI Enriched Air Diver to Advanced Open Water, Deep Diver, Night Diver, Rescue Diver, and all the way to Divemaster. The waters around Malapascua are known for thresher sharks, vibrant coral gardens, and captivating marine life, with dives at sites including Gato Island, Kimud Shoal, Kalanggaman Island, Chocolate Island, and the Dona Marilyn Wreck.

Beyond the water, Ocean Passion fosters a community of adventurers through social events, underwater photography workshops, and eco-conscious initiatives. On-site you'll find a training pool, classroom, retail shop, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi, with staff speaking English, Spanish, French, and Filipino.