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Philippines 2026 — New Year’s Reef & Island Bliss
PhilippinesLiveaboardDec 26, 2026 – Jan 7, 2027

Philippines 2026 — New Year’s Reef & Island Bliss

Ring in the new year with 20 dives, world-class reef life, and SXT-exclusive perks

Celebrate New Year’s with a 10-night guided scuba adventure in the Philippines from December 26, 2026, to January 07, 2027. This fully hosted trip features 20 boat dives on world-class reefs, oceanview accommodations, and a comprehensive meal plan. Guests will enjoy exclusive perks like a reef-building dive, professional itinerary management, a 60-minute massage, and engaging marine ecology presentations.

From $5,145

At a glance
Duration
13 days
Destination
Philippines
Group size
1–39 travelers
Diving level
Open Water and up; great for photographers and macro lovers
Dates
Dec 26, 2026 – Jan 7, 2027
Start
Philippines (resort)
End
Philippines (resort)
Starting price
$5,145
Deposit
$1,000

Why you will love this trip

What makes this trip special, and why travelers choose to come back.

20 boat dives on world-class reef

Tanks and weights included, with SXT-exclusive Nitrox so you spend more time on the reef.

Trip highlight 1

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Reef building dive (SXT exclusive)

Hands-on conservation dive where you help install reef structure with our partner operator.

Hosted New Year’s departure

Fully hosted from arrival to departure with 24/7 support, group day tour, 60-minute massage, and an exclusive SXT trip gift.

Designed for your budget

0% in-house financing available, plus Club Aquarius and non-diver discounts.

Day-by-day itinerary

A clear day-by-day look at what to expect on this trip.

Included
  • RT airport – resort transfers
  • Roundtrip Transfers — Roundtrip group transfers.
  • Accommodation — 10 nights in an Oceanview Room.
  • 10 nights oceanview room (double occupancy, single available)
  • Up to 20 Dives — Includes 20 boat dives on world-class reefs and reef building dice
  • Daily breakfast, 2-course lunch, 3-course dinner; specialty dinner x2
  • SXT Exclusive: Nitrox — We've upgraded your package to include UNLIMITED NITROX for the duration of our stay!
  • 20 boat dives on world-class reef (tanks & weights)
  • Wellness & Leisure — Includes a 60-minute massage and access to Stand Up Paddleboards (SUPs) and kayaks.
  • Reef building dive (SXT exclusive)
  • Nitrox (SXT exclusive)
  • Land Exploration — A group day tour is included, with options for additional land-based tours.
  • Meals, Drinks & Snacks — Comprehensive meal plan including daily breakfast, 2-course lunches, 3-course dinners, and two specialty dinners.
  • Group day tour (SXT exclusive)
  • 60-minute massage
  • Tanks, Weights & Guide — All essential dive equipment support included, along with experienced dive guides.
  • SXT Concierge Services — Dedicated support team assisting with trip planning, logistics, and on-trip needs.
  • Use of SUPs and kayaks
  • Pre-Trip Events — Community events and meetups prior to departure to connect with fellow travelers.
  • All hotel taxes and government fees
  • Club Aquarius & non-diver discounts available
  • Ecology Class — Educational session focused on marine life, reef systems, and ocean conservation.
  • SXT concierge: 24/7 hosting, planning, app access, exclusive trip gift, custom video
  • Guest-Only Discounts — Exclusive pricing on dive training courses and equipment purchases.
  • SXT Itinerary & App — Personalized itinerary planning plus access to the digital trip management app.
  • Exclusive Trip Gift — A curated welcome gift included for all travelers.
  • Custom Trip Video — A professionally created recap video capturing highlights from the trip.
  • Financing Available — Flexible payment options available to make booking more accessible.
  • Club Aquarius Discounts — Eligible discounts applied for Club Aquarius members.
  • Fees — All Hotel Taxes and Government fees.
Not included
  • International airfare
  • Marine park fees
  • Additional services, activities, or souvenirs
  • Single supplement and flight upgrades
  • International Airfare — International flights are not included in this package. Group airfare options will be offered separately.
  • Dive & Travel Insurance — Mandatory dive and travel insurance is required and not included in package pricing.
  • Crew Gratuities — Gratuities for hotel and liveaboard crew are not included.
  • Marine Park Fee — PI Marine park fee (US$4/day)
  • Optional Upgrades — Any upgrades, single supplements, courses, excursions, or additional services are optional and available at an additional cost.
  • Food and Drinks — Additional food and drinks not included.

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Small-group New Year’s departures fill quickly. Reserve early to lock the rate and pick your room.

Available packages

Double Occupancy / Couple Package

For guests traveling together, including diver/diver or diver/non-diver pairings.

$5,495

Deposit from $1,000

Shared Occupancy Package

For solo travelers sharing accommodations with another guest of the same room type preference, including diver and/or non-diver pairings.

$5,495

Deposit from $1,000

Single Occupancy Package

For solo travelers NOT sharing accommodations with another guest.

$7,195

Deposit from $1,000

Non-Diver Package

$5,145

Deposit from $1,000

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