Freediving
About this activity
Learn freediving in Boracay from ₱3,500 for beginners to ₱52,500 for master certification. Includes gear, instructor, and digital learning materials.
What's included
- Hotel pickup from Stations 1, 2, or 3 (pickup between 9 AM and 1 PM)
- Complete diving gear: mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit, weight belt, and freediving lanyard
- Digital learning materials and course manual
- Certified Apnea Total instructor for the full duration of your course
Meeting point & pickup
Hotel pickup included Your MyBoracayGuide coordinator picks you up from your hotel on Stations 1, 2 or 3. The exact pickup time is confirmed in your booking confirmation, and we track it so you never wait alone.
No prior diving experience is required for Level 1 Snorkeling and Level 2 Skin Diving. These introductory courses are designed for complete beginners. The Apnea Total Free Diver, Advanced, and Master courses require progressively more comfort in the water. Your instructor will assess readiness at each stage. Participants should be in good general health. Persons with heart conditions, lung conditi
Price guide
Level 1: Snorkeling — ₱3,500
| Group size | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | ₱3,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 2 guests | ₱7,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 3 guests | ₱10,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 4 guests | ₱14,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 5 guests | ₱17,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 6 guests | ₱21,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 7 guests | ₱24,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 8 guests | ₱28,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 9 guests | ₱31,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 10 guests | ₱35,000 | ₱3,500 |
Level 2: Skin Diving — ₱3,500
| Group size | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | ₱3,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 2 guests | ₱7,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 3 guests | ₱10,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 4 guests | ₱14,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 5 guests | ₱17,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 6 guests | ₱21,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 7 guests | ₱24,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 8 guests | ₱28,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 9 guests | ₱31,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 10 guests | ₱35,000 | ₱3,500 |
Equalizing Clinic — ₱3,500
| Group size | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | ₱3,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 2 guests | ₱7,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 3 guests | ₱10,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 4 guests | ₱14,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 5 guests | ₱17,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 6 guests | ₱21,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 7 guests | ₱24,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 8 guests | ₱28,000 | ₱3,500 |
| 9 guests | ₱31,500 | ₱3,500 |
| 10 guests | ₱35,000 | ₱3,500 |
Static Apnea Clinic — ₱7,500
| Group size | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | ₱7,500 | ₱7,500 |
| 2 guests | ₱15,000 | ₱7,500 |
| 3 guests | ₱22,500 | ₱7,500 |
| 4 guests | ₱30,000 | ₱7,500 |
| 5 guests | ₱37,500 | ₱7,500 |
| 6 guests | ₱45,000 | ₱7,500 |
| 7 guests | ₱52,500 | ₱7,500 |
| 8 guests | ₱60,000 | ₱7,500 |
| 9 guests | ₱67,500 | ₱7,500 |
| 10 guests | ₱75,000 | ₱7,500 |
Apnea Total Freediver — 2 days, ₱17,500
| Group size | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | ₱17,500 | ₱17,500 |
| 2 guests | ₱35,000 | ₱17,500 |
| 3 guests | ₱52,500 | ₱17,500 |
| 4 guests | ₱70,000 | ₱17,500 |
| 5 guests | ₱87,500 | ₱17,500 |
| 6 guests | ₱105,000 | ₱17,500 |
Apnea Total Advanced Freediver — 3 days, ₱21,500
| Group size | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | ₱21,500 | ₱21,500 |
| 2 guests | ₱43,000 | ₱21,500 |
| 3 guests | ₱64,500 | ₱21,500 |
| 4 guests | ₱86,000 | ₱21,500 |
| 5 guests | ₱107,500 | ₱21,500 |
| 6 guests | ₱129,000 | ₱21,500 |
Apnea Total Master Freediver — 4-5 weeks, ₱52,500
| Group size | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | ₱52,500 | ₱52,500 |
| 2 guests | ₱105,000 | ₱52,500 |
| 3 guests | ₱157,500 | ₱52,500 |
| 4 guests | ₱210,000 | ₱52,500 |
How it works
- Book online. Pick your date and group size, then confirm your details.
- Pay securely. Credit card or bank transfer, with instant email confirmation.
- Meet or get picked up. Hotel pickup or an easy meeting point, as listed above.
- Enjoy Boracay. Our local team is one message away the whole time.
Frequently asked questions
How much is freediving in Boracay?
Boracay freediving courses start at ₱3,500 per person for the introductory Level 1 Snorkeling or Level 2 Skin Diving sessions as of 2026. The Equalizing Clinic is also ₱3,500. For deeper training, the Static Apnea Clinic costs ₱7,500 for a full day. The 2 day Apnea Total Free Diver certification is ₱17,500, the 3 day Advanced course is ₱21,500, and the comprehensive 4 to 5 week Master program is ₱52,500. All prices include hotel pickup, full gear, digital learning materials, instructor, and cert
What is freediving and how is it different from snorkeling?
Freediving is the practice of diving underwater on a single breath without using scuba tanks or breathing apparatus. Unlike snorkeling, which keeps you floating on the surface looking down, freediving teaches you to descend to depth using proper breathing techniques, equalization methods, and body positioning. In Boracay, freediving courses start with surface level snorkeling skills and progress to skin diving, static breath holds, and eventually deep water dives reaching 10 to 40 meters dependi
Which Boracay freediving course is best for beginners?
If you have never freedived before, the Level 1 Snorkeling or Level 2 Skin Diving courses at ₱3,500 each are the best starting point. These half day sessions introduce you to basic water comfort, breathing, and shallow diving techniques with no prior experience required. If you want a proper certification, the 2 day Apnea Total Free Diver course at ₱17,500 is the first internationally recognized certification level, covering classroom theory plus open water dives up to 10 meters on Day 1 and 20
Is freediving in Boracay safe for beginners?
Yes. Freediving in Boracay is taught by certified Apnea Total instructors who follow strict international safety protocols. Every session starts with a thorough briefing on breathing, equalization, and safety procedures. Your instructor is in the water with you at all times and monitors your depth, technique, and comfort level throughout the dive. Beginners start with shallow depths and only progress as their skills develop. Full diving gear including a freediving lanyard is provided for all par
How deep can you go freediving in Boracay?
The depth you reach depends on your course level and skill progression. During the 2 day Free Diver course, Day 1 covers depths up to 10 meters and Day 2 reaches up to 20 meters. The 3 day Advanced course progresses to 30 meters. The comprehensive Master program, which runs 4 to 5 weeks, trains you to dive up to 40 meters on a single breath. Introductory snorkeling and skin diving sessions focus on surface and shallow water skills before any depth work begins.
Do you get a certification for freediving in Boracay?
Yes. The Boracay freediving courses that offer international certification are the Apnea Total Free Diver (2 days, ₱17,500), Apnea Total Advanced (3 days, ₱21,500), and Apnea Total Master (4 to 5 weeks, ₱52,500). Upon completing the required classroom theory and open water assessments, you receive an Apnea Total certification card that is recognized worldwide. The introductory Level 1, Level 2, and clinic sessions are standalone experiences and do not include certification.
Freediving vs scuba diving in Boracay: which should I choose?
It depends on your goals and comfort level. Freediving uses no tanks, focuses on breath control and personal depth achievement, and creates a more meditative underwater experience. It starts at ₱3,500 for an introductory session. Scuba diving uses air tanks that let you breathe underwater for 30 to 60 minutes at a time, which is ideal for exploring coral reefs and marine life at a relaxed pace. Choose freediving if you want to develop a personal skill and explore depth on your own breath. Choose
