Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort

Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort

Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort

Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort is a breathtaking sanctuary nestled on the pristine shores of Bounty Beach on Malapascua Island, where the crystal-clear waters of the Philippine Sea gently kiss the powdery white sands.

The resort offers a mesmerizing panorama of the azure sea, with vibrant coral reefs teeming with a kaleidoscope of marine life just waiting to be explored.

As the sun dances on the tranquil waters, guests can partake in a myriad of water activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming with thresher sharks – a unique opportunity the resort offers due to the abundance of these majestic creatures in the surrounding waters.

The resort also arranges island-hopping tours, allowing guests to discover hidden coves and isolated beaches, each more stunning than the last.

In addition to the awe-inspiring natural beauty, Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort is renowned for its warm hospitality and delectable cuisine.

Guests can savor the freshest seafood dishes while basking in the cool sea breeze and immerse themselves in the vibrant local culture through engaging interactions with the friendly island community.

With its unparalleled ocean views and various exciting activities, Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort promises a truly unforgettable tropical escape.

Now, without further chattering, let’s check out some of the most important and…

Fun Water Activities & Adventures

Snorkeling is a simple but exciting sea activity on Malapascua Island's waters.

As mentioned above, you will not regret visiting Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort on Malapascua because of the following exciting activities...

Swimming
Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort, as a front beach has a shallow water that gradually gets deeper making it great for swimming and wading safe and fantastic.

Snorkeling
Kids and adults can easily enjoy marine life close to the beach. The coral gardens surrounding the island is just few meters off the beach – blue staghorn corals, colorful reef fish, and critters.

Island hopping
You can enjoy more your holiday if you have time to do island hopping. You will take a banca (local outrigger boat) for a remote place visit where you’ll enjoy a picnic, swim, snorkel, or just sunbathing.

While riding the boat, at times, you’ll be accompanied by dolphins and sometimes whales. One of the favorite destinations is Calanggaman Island, 75 minutes by boat, has large sandbank, coconut trees, simple and romantic for overnight stay.

Carnasa Island is another famous island that has lush vegetation…
Maripipi has huge and scenic volcano…

You can request for your preferences and let Hippocampus arrange it for you.

Exploring Malapascua Island
It takes about 3 hours on foot to completely walk around the island, which is 2.5 kms long and 1 km wide.

It would be a great experience walking on a white sand with refreshing sea breeze, bluish waters around  green coconut trees within… Oh yeah!

Scuba diving
Of course, scuba diving is a must for divers and for those interested to dive and discover the beauty of underwater world. You can experience macro life – ghostpipe fish, blue-ringed octopus, soft and hard corals, harlequin shrimps, etc…

Great Facilities & Services

Blue-ringed Octopus [Malapascua Island]

SeaQuest Dive Shop
Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort has an in house SeaQuest dive shop for convenient access to fantastic dive spots near the island. It is one of the pioneer dive shops on the island. It has a has team of local dive guides, boat crews, manager, and dive instructor.

Dive Trips & Dive Courses
For an interested or serious diver, you’ll enjoy the offers of 4 boat trips a day to any nice dive spots in the area.

If you are just a newbie and interested to learn about scuba diving, you have access to PADI courses up to dive master level, for photographers, etc. courses offered at this resort.

Diving Sites
Lapus Lapus, Bantigi, Chocolate Island, Calanggaman Island, Gato Island, Monad Shoal, Dona Marilyn Ferry shipwreck…

You’ll encounter and enjoy in those sites: eagle ray, tuna, mackerel, barracuda, thresher sharks, harlequin shrimps, ghost pipe fish, frogfish, and more critters below.

Environmental & Nature Protection
What is more interesting and laudable with Hippocampus is its active role in conservation projects - protecting dive sites and sanctuaries with armed patrol boats to stop illegal fishing, and promoting local community education regarding conservation.

Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort Restaurant

Magellan’s Restaurant
Located on the beach with a well-stocked bar and having a great venue for sunset watching, Magellan’s Restaurant is must-to-be place in this resort.

Magellan’s offers excellent fish and sea food dishes, Mediterranean and local dishes. certainly, you can have your favorite desserts and drinks after your sumptuous meals.

Pirate Boat Cruise
A dinner cruise that serves as a floating bar in the evening is a fantastic experience for romantics and party goers.

Transfer Service
Cebu Airport to Malapascua: 78Euros / 1-2 persons; 98Euros / 3-6 persons (rates could change over time)

Tropical Accommodation

Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort Bedroom [by Agoda.com]

The tropical rooms of Hippocampus are being surrounded by a colorful garden with tropical orchids, flowering plants and coconut trees.

Each room has a European style private bath, verandah with garden view & sea view, colonial style furnishings, spacious double beds or two single beds.

Hippocampus Beach Resort is centrally located on the main beach of Malapascua Island, specifically Bounty Beach. Here are the accommodation options:

1. Basic Fan Standard Room: A simple room with a fan for cooling.
2. Superior Air Conditioning Rooms: Comfortable rooms with air conditioning.
3. Deluxe Beachfront Air Conditioned Rooms: Premium rooms with beachfront views and air conditioning.

The resort also features a beachfront bar and restaurant, complete with a beer garden, tables on the beach, and bean bags for sunset happy hour.

Prices: http://www.hippocampus-online.com/eng/prices.htm

-Free wifi for guests

Finding Hippocampus Beach Dive Resort

Bounty Beach, Malapascua Island, Cebu Province, the Philippines

For more details, you may contact or visit…

Website: www.hippocampus-online.com
Email: info@hippocampus-online.com
Phone: +63 917 869 1307

Book safely through Agoda.com (click the link) or use the button below. You may also check the Search Box below or above this article.

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