{"id":12315,"date":"2019-08-04T11:30:47","date_gmt":"2019-08-04T03:30:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/?p=12315"},"modified":"2019-08-04T12:34:12","modified_gmt":"2019-08-04T04:34:12","slug":"dive-batanes-in-basco-batanes-accommodation-restaurant-and-diving-facility-in-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/2019\/08\/04\/dive-batanes-in-basco-batanes-accommodation-restaurant-and-diving-facility-in-one\/","title":{"rendered":"Dive Batanes in Basco, Batanes: Accommodation, Restaurant, and Diving Facility in One"},"content":{"rendered":"

Established in April 2010, <\/span>Dive Batanes Lodge <\/b>is owned by a true-blue Ivatan named <\/span>Josephine Loor <\/b>and her Canadian husband <\/span>Douglas Rutherford<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Batanes 4-Day Itinerary: Experiencing Heaven\u2019s Beloved Island<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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\u201cMy husband and my kids fell in love with my beloved island after touring the whole island of Itbayat and Batan Islands,\u201d Josephine said.<\/span><\/p>\n

Since the whole family fell in love with the majestic island, the couple decided to make a five-year term plan, including a place that will serve as their retirement home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Batanes Travel Guide: Preparing for Your Trip This 2019<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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Luckily, after two years, they were able to find an empty lot at Chanarian, with a total of 624 sqm land. The area is surrounded by lush greeneries and tall coconut trees, not to mention that Chanarian beach is just a few steps away.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0Villa Hontomin in Basco, Batanes: A Mansion Facing the West Philippine Sea<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

According to Josephine, Dive Batanes Lodge was designed like a house because the area was marked as a residential area at the time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Four years into their supposedly five-year mark, the Lodge was already completed, so they continued investing in their own dive boat and equipment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Now, Dive Batanes offers a full-service accommodation, restaurant, as well as diving facility for everyone visiting the island.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0North Batan Island, Batanes: The Center of Local Livelihood and Breathtaking Landscapes<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Dive Batanes Lodge<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

There are two buildings at Dive Batanes Lodge, and each of the rooms already includes breakfast. Airport transfers are also provided.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The<\/span> Main Lodge<\/b> is composed of six bedrooms, a full-service restaurant, and a rooftop sunset patio perfect for a hangout at the end of a tiring tour. Their <\/span>Standard Rooms cost Php 2,500<\/b>, which is already good for two people. You may also opt to get the <\/span>Family Room (Room A & B) for Php 5,000<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Meanwhile, the <\/span>Annex Hotel Room Building<\/b> is strategically located across the beach, comprised of four ocean-view hotel rooms and 1-bedroom condo units equipped with full kitchens and living room areas. You may choose from <\/span>one king sized bed or two single beds for only Php 3,500<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Other services<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Dive Batanes offers island-hopping, hiking, and <\/span>sunset cruises (Php 1,800\/pax minimum of 10 pax)<\/b> to up your Batanes experience. They are also a certified PADI Dive Resort, offering <\/span>eco-scuba diving (Php 3,500\/pax)<\/b>, <\/span>PADI discover scuba diving experience (Php 4,500\/pax)<\/b>, and <\/span>snorkeling gear rentals (starting at Php 300+)<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Also read: Sabtang Island, Batanes: Home of Heritage Villages With Centuries\u2019 Worth of History<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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Dive Batanes is ultimately the place for an all-in-one island experience with its beautiful accommodation, comfy restaurant, and fun activities!<\/p>\n

Also read:\u00a0South Batan Island, Batanes: A Rustic Harbor of Pasturelands and Fishing Communities<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Details<\/strong><\/p>\n

Address:<\/strong> 72 Chajajas St. Chanarian, Basco, Batanes
\n<\/span>Contact:<\/strong> 0947-896-9492 \/ 0939-922-4609
\n<\/span>Email:<\/strong> divebatanes@gmail.com
\n<\/span>Website: <\/strong>divebatanes.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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