Elcielo Resort - Dumaguete

The team at Elcielo Resort aren't just running a dive shop, they're building a community, and we love that. This PADI 5 Star IDC Resort in Dumaguete is our top pick for divers serious about progressing their education, or for those just looking for a truly comfortable base to explore the Dauin coast. They specialise in everything from foundational courses up through instructor development, so you’ll see everyone from nervous Open Water students to seasoned Divemasters honing their craft. We’ve always found their instruction to be thorough, patient, and genuinely focused on good diving practice. After a day exploring Dauin’s muck sites – think hairy frogfish, flamboyant cuttlefish, and the occasional blue-ringed octopus – returning to Elcielo feels like coming home. The vibe is relaxed, the gear room is always organised, and the boats are well-maintained. We particularly like their morning briefings, which are always detailed, covering currents and what to look out for. Plus, having a proper resort to unwind in after knocking out a few dives, maybe with a cold drink overlooking the Mindanao Sea, just makes the whole experience so much more enjoyable.

Location: Dumaguete, Philippines, Southeast Asia
Coordinates: 9.204180, 123.266930
Phone: +63 917 560 9897
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.elcieloresort.com/
Certification Agencies: ["PADI"]
Courses: PADI 5 Star IDC Resort [padi:21676]
Address: Elcielo Resort, Masaplod Norte, Dauin Negros Oriental, , Dumaguete, 6217 No State, Philippines

Dive Sites Near Elcielo Resort

Elcielo Resort provides access to 15 dive sites in Dumaguete.

Other Dive Centres in Dumaguete

Almira Diving Resort
Amola Diver - ["PADI"]
Apo scuba
Aquaventure White Tip Dive Supply
Atmosphere Resorts - ["PADI"]
Bahura Dive Siquijor - ["PADI"]
BIGBOSS DIVE - BOHOL - SSI
BLUE DREAM DIVE, KITE & WING RESORT MANAGEMENT - SSI
Blue Gravity Diving Resort - ["PADI"]
Blue Revival Diving College - ["PADI"]

Best Time to Dive in Dumaguete

The warmest water temperatures in Dumaguete occur in January, averaging 26.8°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 26.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

January: 26.8°C (air: 26.7°C)
February: 26.8°C (air: 26.6°C)
March: 26.8°C (air: 27.3°C)
April: 26.8°C (air: 28.1°C)
May: 26.8°C (air: 28.5°C)
June: 26.8°C (air: 27.8°C)
July: 26.8°C (air: 27.4°C)
August: 26.8°C (air: 27.6°C)
September: 26.8°C (air: 27.6°C)
October: 26.8°C (air: 27.3°C)
November: 26.8°C (air: 27.3°C)
December: 26.8°C (air: 27.0°C)

Marine Life in Dumaguete

Home to 522 recorded species including 440 reef fish, 18 sharks & rays, 15 sea cucumbers, 12 sea snails & nudibranchs, 9 seagrass & algae, 9 hard corals.

Notable Marine Life

Scarlet wrasse (Pseudocheilinus evanidus) - Reef Fish
Wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) - Reef Fish
Banded Toby (Canthigaster valentini) - Reef Fish
Comettailed wrasse (Oxycheilinus bimaculatus) - Reef Fish
Six-line wrasse (Pseudocheilinus hexataenia) - Reef Fish
Wrasse (Thalassoma lunare) - Reef Fish
Blackspine Unicornfish (Naso minor) - Reef Fish
Barred Unicornfish (Naso thynnoides) - Reef Fish
Two-spot Bristletooth (Ctenochaetus binotatus) - Reef Fish
Angel abu polos (Centropyge vrolikii) - Reef Fish

Recommended Packing List for Dumaguete

Based on average water temperature of 26.8°C.

Shorty or Rashguard - warm 27°C water needs minimal exposure protection
Mask - essential for every dive
Fins
BCD - buoyancy compensator
Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories