{"id":19093,"date":"2022-11-19T15:40:54","date_gmt":"2022-11-19T07:40:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/?p=19093"},"modified":"2025-11-19T15:41:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T07:41:01","slug":"dive-shop-island-staff-in-boracay-your-next-big-dive-adventure-on-the-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/dive-shop-island-staff\/","title":{"rendered":"Dive Shop Island Staff in Boracay: Your Next Big Dive Adventure on the Island"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for your next big adventure in Boracay Island? We found a one-stop shop that will help you plan a memorable trip to one of the most sought-after islands in the country. This is <strong>Dive Shop Island Staff<\/strong>, a diving shop and travel agency, owned and operated by Japanese entrepreneur <strong>Yurin Yuko Sakanaka, <\/strong>located in <strong>Angol Road, Manoc-Manoc, Malay, Aklan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19106 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/565614648_18344873941167363_2009280687787361612_n-938x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"938\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/565614648_18344873941167363_2009280687787361612_n-938x1024.jpg 938w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/565614648_18344873941167363_2009280687787361612_n-275x300.jpg 275w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/565614648_18344873941167363_2009280687787361612_n-768x838.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/565614648_18344873941167363_2009280687787361612_n.jpg 1335w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 938px) 100vw, 938px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Dive Shop Island Staff&#8217;s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Founded in 1998, Dive Shop Island Staff is one of Boracay\u2019s most established PADI-certified dive centers, offering professional instruction and guided dives for enthusiasts of all levels. With a team of experienced instructors fluent in <strong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"417\">English, Japanese, and Filipino<\/strong>, the shop caters to both local and international guests seeking to explore the island\u2019s rich underwater world.<\/p>\n<p>Their expert guides can also lead you to the best dive sites, including <strong>Yapak<\/strong>, <strong>Crocodile Island<\/strong>, and <strong>Coral Garden<\/strong>, ensuring you witness the beauty and diversity that make Boracay a world-renowned dive destination.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19104 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/560199599_18343109566167363_7071131455258320507_n-1024x880.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/560199599_18343109566167363_7071131455258320507_n-1024x880.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/560199599_18343109566167363_7071131455258320507_n-300x258.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/560199599_18343109566167363_7071131455258320507_n-768x660.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/560199599_18343109566167363_7071131455258320507_n.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Dive Shop Island Staff&#8217;s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19103 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/558230202_18342644959167363_2943391462068974452_n-1024x717.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/558230202_18342644959167363_2943391462068974452_n-1024x717.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/558230202_18342644959167363_2943391462068974452_n-300x210.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/558230202_18342644959167363_2943391462068974452_n-768x538.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/558230202_18342644959167363_2943391462068974452_n.jpg 1380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Dive Shop Island Staff&#8217;s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"1167\">Dive Shop Island Staff offers a wide range of diving activities designed to suit both beginners and certified divers. Those who already hold certification can enjoy <strong data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"746\">Fun Dives<\/strong> at Boracay\u2019s top sites.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"1167\">A <strong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"845\">single-dive session<\/strong> starts at approximately <strong data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"880\">Php 1,600 <\/strong>(for those with equipment) and<strong data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"880\"> Php 2,000 <\/strong>(for those who will be renting). This provides an easy and affordable way to experience Boracay\u2019s crystal-clear waters.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\" data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"1167\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19102 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/551759551_18341391295167363_4126319700142927448_n-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/551759551_18341391295167363_4126319700142927448_n-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/551759551_18341391295167363_4126319700142927448_n-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/551759551_18341391295167363_4126319700142927448_n-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/551759551_18341391295167363_4126319700142927448_n.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Dive Shop Island Staff&#8217;s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"1167\">For those joining Fun Dives, the rate already includes the services of a professional dive guide, use of tanks and weights, round-trip transportation to the dive site, and refreshing drinks to keep you hydrated throughout the experience.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\" data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"1167\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19105 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/571979547_18345374329167363_8481445698607076301_n-1024x961.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/571979547_18345374329167363_8481445698607076301_n-1024x961.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/571979547_18345374329167363_8481445698607076301_n-300x281.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/571979547_18345374329167363_8481445698607076301_n-768x721.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/571979547_18345374329167363_8481445698607076301_n.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Dive Shop Island Staff&#8217;s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1649\">Beginners can start their journey with a <strong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1242\">Discover Scuba Diving course<\/strong>, an introductory program that allows first-timers to dive safely under close supervision, usually priced from <strong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1363\">Php 3,300<\/strong>. Those who wish to continue their training can take the <strong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1446\">PADI Scuba Diver Course<\/strong>, which provides full certification recognized worldwide. The course typically costs around <b>Php 18,000 <\/b>and covers equipment, materials, and application fee.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\" data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1649\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19101 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/539463924_18338939884167363_1035569520861587038_n-1024x739.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/539463924_18338939884167363_1035569520861587038_n-1024x739.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/539463924_18338939884167363_1035569520861587038_n-300x216.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/539463924_18338939884167363_1035569520861587038_n-768x554.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/10\/539463924_18338939884167363_1035569520861587038_n.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Dive Shop Island Staff&#8217;s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1983\">To support all these experiences, Dive Shop Island Staff provides <strong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1741\">high-quality equipment rentals<\/strong>, classroom facilities for training, and a fully equipped dive boat for offshore adventures. The center also practices eco-friendly and conservation-oriented diving, ensuring the protection of marine life and coral reefs around Boracay.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1983\">Beyond diving, <strong data-start=\"15\" data-end=\"41\">Dive Shop Island Staff<\/strong> also operates as a full-service travel agency, providing comprehensive support for your Boracay getaway. From arranging <strong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"227\">transportation, activity bookings, <\/strong>and<strong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"227\"> hotel reservations<\/strong> to planning your <strong data-start=\"245\" data-end=\"281\">after-diving leisure experiences<\/strong>, the team ensures a seamless and enjoyable island stay from start to finish.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for your next big adventure in Boracay Island? We found a one-stop shop that will help you plan a memorable trip to one of the most sought-after islands in the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":19109,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[33,148,3519],"tags":[367,530,531,3941,3942,3943,3944],"class_list":["post-19093","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-boracay","category-diving","category-western-visayas","tag-boracay","tag-malay","tag-aklan","tag-dive-shop-island-staff","tag-fun-dive","tag-scuba-diving","tag-padi"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19093","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19093"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19093\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19137,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19093\/revisions\/19137"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19109"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19093"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19093"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19093"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}