Diving With RespectFor The Ocean
We dive responsibly, teach low-impact technique, and support local conservation to keep our ocean healthy for tomorrow.
Our Conservation Efforts
Dive MalapascuaWith the Island’sMost Loved Crew
Wake up to witness real-shot thresher sharks at dawn, and seize the chance to encounter majestic tiger sharks in Monad Shoal. Learn to dive with patient pros, and end the day making new friends who share your sense of adventure.
4.9
Star Rating
1,000+
Divers
The Island’s
Top-Rated Dive Center
Thresher Shark Dives
Kimud Shoal, at dawn
Tiger Shark Encounters
Monad Shoal - sightings not guaranteed
Expert Local Guides
We know where to go
Comfortable Boats
Small groups, big experiences
Vibrant Reefs
Walls, macro & more
Why Divers Choose MBI
We’re a small island operation with a big reputation - and we’ve earned it one happy diver at a time. At MBI, world-class diving meets genuine island hospitality.
You get expert local guides who know exactly where the sharks’ cleaning stations are, comfortable boats, well-kept gear, and prices that leave room in your budget for one more dive.
But what keeps our guests coming back isn’t just the diving. It’s the feeling. From your first morning brief to your last sunset on the deck, you’re not a customer - you’re part of the crew. That’s the difference behind our reviews, and it’s why so many “first trips” turn into “see you next year.”
Top-Rated on the Island
Loved by 1,000+ divers from around the world.
Local Expert Guides
Born-and-raised knowledge of Kimud, Monad & Gato.
Honest Value
Premium diving without the premium markup.
Real Island Welcome
A friendly, social, home-away-from-home vibe.
Don’t Just Take Our Word For It
We could tell you we’re great - but our divers already did, 1,000+ times over.
Had a really good experience with MBI Dive Center. Everyone was easy to talk to. The staff were patient, approachable, and never made me feel rushed.
Amazing experience with MBI! Already had a great feeling talking to the team when they came down at ADEX but diving with them was just absolutely spectacular!
Diving with MBI Dive Center was such a great experience! Everything was smooth and well-organized, and the crew was really friendly, funny, and helpful.
Our Dive Packages
Choose the perfect adventure for your next island escape.
PADI Open Water
Learn to scuba dive in Malapascua and get PADI certified in 2 days, in small groups of up to 8 with full equipment included.
₱20,500 per personBook Now
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
5 adventure dives in 2 days, including 3 shark dives and a sunset dive. Go deeper and unlock Malapascua's best dive trips.
₱18,800 per personBook Now
Emergency First Response (EFR) Course
Learn CPR and first aid in one day in Malapascua. No diving experience needed - open to divers and non-divers, with morning or afternoon start.
₱10,500 per personBook Now
PADI Rescue Diver Course
Learn to prevent, spot and handle diving emergencies in 3 days, in small groups of up to 4. Become the dive buddy everyone wants.
₱28,000 per personBook Now
PADI EFR + Rescue Diver Combo
Get EFR first aid and PADI Rescue Diver certified in one 3-day program in Malapascua - the course divers call the most rewarding they take.
₱33,000 per personBook Now
PADI Divemaster Course
Go pro in Malapascua: 16 days, 34 dives and small groups of up to 4 on the PADI Divemaster course, your first step to a diving career.
₱65,000 per personBook Now
Budget-Friendly. Never Safety-Compromised.
“Budget Inn” describes our prices - never our standards. Every dive is led by certified PADI pros, on well-kept gear, with clean air and small, well-managed groups.
Safety First
Every dive, every diver
Certified, Experienced
PADI Professionals
Regularly Serviced, Well-Maintained
Rental Gear
Clean, Properly Filtered
Air Fills
Thorough Briefings & Small, Managed
Groups
Meet the Crew
Local guides. Big hearts. Ocean experts.
Raymond Arrabis
Padi Instructor
Vincent Jay M Rosales
Padi Instructor
Rhon Arrabis
Dive Master
Ronel A. Pepito
Dive Master
Rodulfo Arrabis Jr
Dive Master
Bryan Pepito
Dive Master
More Than a Dive Center.A Place That Feels Like Home.
MBI started with a simple belief: world-class diving and a warm, genuine welcome don’t have to cost a fortune - and should never be separated. Come for the thresher sharks. Stay for the family. We’ll save you a spot on the boat.
Read Our Story
Life At MBI
Real people. Real moments. Real adventures.
From the Dive Log
Guides, dive site notes and travel tips from our crew in Malapascua.
Scuba Diving Malapascua: The Ultimate 2027 Travel Guide for European Divers
Planning your 2027 dive holiday to the Philippines? Here is everything European travelers need to know about thresher shark encounters at Kimud Shoal, PADI course packages, travel logistics from Cebu, and securing peak-season advance bookings with Malapascua MBI Dive Center.
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Read more : Scuba Diving Malapascua: The Ultimate 2027 Travel Guide for European Divers
Monad Shoal vs. Kimud Shoal: Where are the Thresher Sharks?
Wondering where to find Malapascua's famous thresher sharks? Learn why the sharks moved from Monad Shoal to Kimud Shoal, and where you can dive with tiger sharks.
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Read more : Monad Shoal vs. Kimud Shoal: Where are the Thresher Sharks?
How to Get to Malapascua from Cebu Airport (2026 Guide)
The complete 2026 budget travel guide on how to get from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Malapascua Island. Bus schedules, ferry times, and port tips included.
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Read more : How to Get to Malapascua from Cebu Airport (2026 Guide)Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be certified to dive with MBI?
Not at all. We welcome complete beginners with Discover Scuba experiences, and certified divers of every level.
When is the best time to see thresher sharks?
Threshers are seen year-round at dawn. Since 2022 they have settled at Kimud Shoal, where they visit the cleaning station at just 12–15 m - shallower than the old Monad Shoal site, which means longer, brighter dives and closer encounters. We leave before sunrise to be there first.
How likely are shark sightings?
Sharks are wild animals so nothing is guaranteed - but Malapascua offers some of the most reliable thresher encounters on Earth.
What is included in a fun dive?
Tanks, weights, an experienced local guide, boat transfers to the site, and a full pre-dive briefing.
Can I do a course if I have never dived before?
Yes - our PADI Open Water course takes you from zero to certified at your own pace in warm, clear water.
Do you offer airport or hotel transfers?
We can help arrange transfers from Cebu and the local ports - just let us know your travel details when you book. Contact us on whatsapp to book and reserve private transfer
What safety measures do you have in place?
Certified PADI pros, regularly serviced gear, clean filtered air, small managed groups and thorough briefings on every trip.
What should I bring on my trip?
Swimwear and a sense of adventure. We provide all the dive gear you need.
Do you have Wi-Fi and charging on the boat?
Our boats are comfortable with charging available, and there’s Wi-Fi back at the dive center.
Awards & Recognition
Independently awarded - click any badge to verify it with the people who gave it.
PADI 5 Star Dive Center
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Travelers' Choice
Tripadvisor · 2026
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Accredited Dive Center
Philippine Commission on Sports Scuba Diving · 2026
Ready to Dive Malapascua?
Our boats are comfortable. There is Charging available and a Wi-Fi back at the dive center.