Luxury Resort on Malapascua Island: Crown Malapascua
Nestled on the picturesque Malapascua Island, Crown Malapascua offers a unique blend of comfort and adventure for travellers seeking an unforgettable diving experience.
This resort, perched atop the highest point in southern Malapascua, boasts a central location close to the port, providing easy access to the island's many attractions. All rooms face west, offering breathtaking views of Malapascua sunsets. The accommodations include Ocean-View Queen and Ocean-View King rooms, each equipped with ocean views, air conditioning, spring type pillow top mattresses, down fiber pillows and duvets, modern and minimalist designs, large rooms, French Press with Philippine ground coffee, free drinking water, fully stocked minibar, safety box, hot shower with good pressure, large vanity, shampoo/conditioner/shower gel, handmade natural hand soap and body lotion, soundproof glass sliding doors, and private verandas with outdoor chairs, a loveseat, and a small coffee table.
Crown Malapascua has partnered with Thresher Shark Divers for dive services, offering a rich macro life with sightings of pygmy seahorses, ghost pipefish, blue-ringed octopus, seamoths, and frogfish. Thresher sharks, for which Malapascua is renowned, can be seen at any time of year at Monad Shoal and Kemod Shoal. These majestic creatures are typically seen at sunrise enjoying their morning clean at Monad Shoal. Dusk dives can reveal beautiful mandarin fish, while visibility in Malapascua usually ranges between 60-80ft (15-25m).
For those seeking a bite to eat, there are several restaurants and cafes located just a short walk from the hotel. Ocean Vida, a top beachfront restaurant known for its good food and location by the sea, is a popular choice. My Tablea Cafe, another favourite spot on Malapascua Island, is particularly popular for lunch. Shipwreck Bar and Restaurant, Amihan Restaurant, Angelina Beach Resort & Italian Restaurant, and Moonlight Resort are also highly recommended.
TSD's dive center, a British-owned and run PADI 5 Star IDC Dive Center, is known for its top-quality service, unrivaled professionalism, and experienced dive team. The dive depth range in Malapascua is from 16-131ft (5-40m). The center does not accept credit cards; it operates on cash transactions (PHP, USD, or EUR). Diving in Malapascua is suitable for all levels, with other highlights including encounters with reef sharks, mantas, and devil rays.
The electric voltage at the dive center is 220V, and the time zone is UTC+8. The resort can arrange private road and water transfers from the Mactan International Airport. TSD offers new and used dive equipment for sale, safety first with top-quality rental diving equipment, quarterly clean airchecks, emergency oxygen, and PCSSD accreditation.
Whether you're a seasoned diver or a novice, Crown Malapascua and Thresher Shark Divers offer an unparalleled diving experience in one of the Philippines' most sought-after destinations. So pack your bags and prepare for an adventure of a lifetime!
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- Nestled on Malapascua Island, Crown Malapascua resort provides a perfect blend of comfort and adventure, offering a unique lifestyle for travelers who love diving and marine life.
- With panoramic views of the sunset, the accommodations at Crown Malapascua feature ocean views, modern design, and all the amenities for a home-and-garden experience, making it a perfect home base for diving explorations.
- Thresher Shark Divers, a partner of Crown Malapascua, provides top-quality dive services, allowing guests to encounter various marine species, including thresher sharks, pygmy seahorses, and mandarin fish.
- For those who wish to explore Malapascua's food scene, there are several options within walking distance from the resort, such as Ocean Vida, My Tablea Cafe, Shipwreck Bar and Restaurant, and Angelina Beach Resort & Italian Restaurant.
- TSD's dive center, operating under the directorship of experienced professionals, offers an unrivaled diving experience in Malapascua, with a diverse range of depths suitable for divers of all levels.
