Beachfront Retreat: Aiyanar Dive Resort & Spa

Beachfront Retreat: Aiyanar Dive Resort & Spa

Chilling at Aiyanar, the Diver's Haven

Aiyanar Beach & Dive Resort offers a perfect getaway for scuba divers seeking vibrant reefs teeming with incredible macro life. Just a 2-hour drive from Metro Manila, Anilao in Batangas, Philippines, has earned the nickname, "The Capital of the World's Nudibranchs."

Discover more about Anilao's diving scene in our *Anilao Dive Travel Guide.***

Riding Waves to ParadiseThe resort, nestled 88 kilometers from Manila's Ninoy Aquino Airport, provides an airport transfer service for your convenience.

Underwater Wonders of AnilaoTo put it plain and simple, divers can expect an explosion of colorful reefs speckled with exceptional macro life while diving here in Anilao. The island, famous as the world's nudibranch capital, provides mind-boggling possibilities for discovering rare critters and offers world-class muck diving and unique blackwater dives.

Find more fascinating facts about diving in Anilao from our *Anilao Dive Travel Guide.***

Home Away from HomeElegantly designed with its natural surroundings in mind, the sixteen rooms of Aiyanar stretch out over two floors, providing breathtaking sea views. The cozy and inviting rooms come equipped with soft pillows, high thread count sheets, and all the amenities of a modern resort, joined by private balconies offering panoramic views of the manicured lawn below.

Feast like a KingSavor the flavors at Aiyanar's open-air restaurant, serving up delectable all-inclusive meals.

Dive InformationAnilao, strategically located in Mabini, Batangas, has been a longtime favorite among divers. Its proximity to Manila makes it an ideal spot for weekend warriors and excursionists. Decades ago, Anilao was a hushed secret among locals, but today, it thrives as a divers' paradise lined with resorts catering to various clientele. The love of diving is woven into the very fabric of this town, with development strictly adhering to conservation and sustainability rules. Anilao has been a protected marine area since the 70's, and locals take immense pride in preserving it.

Today, the diving industry in the Philippines is seeing an international boom, spotlighting Anilao and its myriad diving opportunities. This haven caters to divers of all skill levels and interests. Whether you're after toothy sharks, graceful rays, or trivially barracuda, Anilao has no shortage of them, and it isn't uncommon to spot the occasional whale shark or other big animals while diving. For those who appreciate the serene beauty of colorful soft and hard corals, Anilao delivers, as it sits right in the middle of the coral triangle, boasting a wide diversity of coral life.

And for those with a keen eye for macro critters and a love for photographing them, Anilao delivers on all fronts, offering critter diving to rival the best in Dauin and even Lembeh in Indonesia. Sites like the recently discovered "Secret Bay" and the classic "Basura" are perfect for finding frogfish, wonderpus, flamboyant cuttlefish, and rare rhinopias.

With marine biodiversity rich and protected by the local communities, Anilao stands tall as one of the Philippines' premier marine conservation and diving destinations.

Need more details on scuba diving in Anilao? Check out our *Anilao Dive Travel Guide.***

Dive Prep and ProAiyanar Beach & Dive Resort is equipped with every tool to ensure a seamless experience for divers—particularly underwater photographers. The custom-designed boats cater specifically to UW photographers and their equipment, and with 4 fast boats available, faraway destinations like Verde Island and Puerto Galera are easily accessible.

The Dive Center offers a comprehensive range of services, including PADI Dive courses, an underwater camera room, a 15-ft training pool, an enormous preparation and storage area, locker rooms with hot showers, large rinse tubs, up-to-date rental gear, and an immaculate air-fill station featuring Bauer Pure Air and Nitrox up to 40%.

Life's ElectricElectricity in Anilao runs on 220 volts, and the time zone is UTC+8. English and Filipino are the main languages, and the resort accepts both VISA and MasterCard.

Check out our *Photo & Video Gallery for a peek at Anilao's underwater delights.***

1. At Aiyanar Beach & Dive Resort, scuba divers can explore vibrant reefs teeming with diverse marine life, making it an ideal getaway for those seeking colorful underwater wonders.
2. The resort, located in Mabini, Batangas, provides a convenient airport transfer service from Manila's Ninoy Aquino Airport, making it easy to reach this diver's paradise.
3. Anilao, known as the 'Capital of the World's Nudibranchs', offers mind-boggling possibilities for discovering rare critters, including toothy sharks, graceful rays, and trivially barracuda.
4. For underwater photographers, Aiyanar Beach & Dive Resort offers custom-designed boats and a comprehensive range of services, including PADI Dive courses, an underwater camera room, and up-to-date rental gear.
5. The resort's rooms are elegantly designed with cozy amenities and breathtaking sea views, providing a home away from home experience for guests.
6. Savor delicious meals at the resort's open-air restaurant, while enjoying the flavors of Anilao and taking advantage of the all-inclusive dining options.

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