The dive sites listed here are grouped into four major areas according to location, accessibility, and availability of facilities: Batangas, Mindoro, Palawan, Cebu, Bohol, Negros Oriental.

Other dive areas remain largely unexplored. These areas offer few or no facilities and for more adventurous divers.

There are two ways to experience the best of Philippine diving. The first is to avail of a tour on one of the dive boats that cruise various dive sites. These boats offer comfortable accommodations, good food, unliimited air, and a diving guide. Cruises generally last from one to two weeks.

Resort-based diving is another way to enjoy the bounties of the Philippine undersea world. These resorts, located near popular divesites, offer complete diving facilities, air-conditioned accommodations, full restaurant service in the evenings, and an option to take a day off from diving to see the countryside.