When to go
The climate of the Philippines is tropical with an average year-round temperature of 32ºC and water temperatures averaging at about 28ºC. From March to May it is always hot and dry, the coolest from December till February, while Jne to September is considered the wet season with the chance of monsoonal rain and typhoons. 

Getting there
There are daily flights to Manila via Singapore on Singapore Airlines. The flight from London to Singapore takes about 12 hours and another 3 hours to Manila. From the domestic terminal at Manila airport you need to catch a 1-hour flight to Busuanga, where you will be met by a representative of Sangat Island Reseve. Following a 45 min. drive through the Busuanga Island forest to Coron Bay, a private boat will take you on a 45 min. crossing to Sangat Island.

Due to the flight connections from Europe, most itineraries require a stopover in Manila on the outward journey.

Entry Requirements
For stays of up to 21 days, most European community nationals require a valid passport with a minimum of 6 months validity from the date of arrival, as well as a return ticket.

Local Airport Tax
The international departure tax is P750, payable at Manila airport.

Baggage Allowance
20kg per person, but we can request additional 10kg for dive equipment for you if required

Language
The national language is Filipino, which is based on the language of Tagalog, and there are at least one or two dialects spoken in every region. The Philippines is currently the third-largest English speaking country in the world and English is both spoken and understood throughout the country.

Money
The official currency is the Philippine Peso. Most foreign currencies can be exchanged at banks, hotels and authorised foreign exchange dealers. Traveller's cheques are widely accepted, as are all major credit cards. However, outside of Manila and apart from credit cards, the Philippine Peso is the preferred and recommended form of payment. Sangat Island Reserve does accept major credit cards, as well as major currencies such as Euro or US Dollar.

Health
There are no vaccinations required to enter the Philippines. Even though the Philippines is a tropical country with some of the usual tropical diseases, it is unlikely that with a few basic precautions you will experience anymore than maybe jetlag, an upset stomach or a sunburn.