Fees · Destination Guide
Macro mecca near Manila, with reef walls and Verde Island day trips
Key fee: Mabini environmental user fee / dive pass
PHP 150-300 per diver per day (commonly quoted range)
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
There is no single national "marine park tag" for Anilao. Instead, diving commonly involves local environmental user fees and sanctuary charges managed by municipalities and site wardens. Many resorts collect these on-site (often cash-only) and remit them to the local government or sanctuary managers. Always confirm current rates with your operator because fees can change.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mabini environmental user fee / dive pass | PHP 150-300 per diver per day (commonly quoted range) per day |
| Divers visiting Mabini dive sites |
| Usually collected through your dive resort or local fee collection points |
Some operators list this as a government environmental tax that is not included in dive package prices. Carry small bills in PHP. |
| Marine sanctuary and special-site fees (selected areas, including some day trips) | Varies by site (often around PHP 300 per person per day) per day | Divers and snorkelers visiting fee-managed sanctuaries | Collected by the operator or on-site by local wardens (varies) | Sanctuary fees can apply in addition to municipal dive passes. Ask your boat crew whether fees are already included for the day's itinerary. |
Fee
per day
Some operators list this as a government environmental tax that is not included in dive package prices. Carry small bills in PHP.
per day
Sanctuary fees can apply in addition to municipal dive passes. Ask your boat crew whether fees are already included for the day's itinerary.