Helmet Dive

Boracay helmet diving costs ₱1,400 per person as of 2026 for a 15 minute underwater walk on the ocean floor. The price includes hotel pickup from Stations 1, 2, or 3, a speedboat ride to the dive site, PADI qualified dive instructor supervision, all helmet diving equipment, and free souvenir photos taken underwater. No additional fees are required unless you wish to tip the crew.

Yes. Helmet diving in Boracay is considered very safe and is designed specifically for people with no diving or swimming experience. A continuous supply of air is pumped into the helmet from the surface, so there is no risk of running out of air. 1 to 2 PADI qualified dive instructors are in the water with you at all times, guiding you step by step and monitoring your comfort. The dive takes place in calm, shallow waters with good visibility. The helmet is heavy enough to keep you firmly on the

Absolutely. Helmet diving was specifically created for non swimmers. You do not need to know how to swim because you are not swimming at any point during the activity. The weighted helmet and shoes keep you grounded on the ocean floor, and you walk along the seabed just like walking on land. Air is supplied continuously to the helmet, so you breathe normally the entire time. The PADI qualified instructor is beside you throughout, and you can signal to return to the surface at any time if you fee

Helmet diving in Boracay takes place at a depth of approximately 3 to 5 meters (10 to 16 feet) below the surface. This is shallow enough to feel comfortable and see sunlight filtering through the water, but deep enough to walk among coral formations and tropical fish. The shallow depth means there is no risk of decompression sickness (the bends) and you can return to the surface quickly at any time.

The underwater walking portion of helmet diving lasts approximately 15 minutes. The total experience takes about 1 to 1.5 hours when you include hotel pickup, the speedboat ride to the dive site, the safety briefing, the dive itself, and the return boat ride. While 15 minutes may sound short, most participants find it is the perfect duration for a first time underwater walking experience, with plenty of time to see fish, coral, and take souvenir photos.

After hotel pickup and a short speedboat ride, you receive a safety briefing on the boat. The heavy helmet (about 35 kg) is placed on your shoulders while you stand on a platform, and you walk down a ladder into the water. Once underwater, your head and face stay completely dry inside the helmet. You breathe normally as air is pumped in continuously. The instructor guides you along the seabed where colorful fish swim right up to you. You can touch and observe coral formations up close. The instr

Most operators require participants to be at least 10 to 12 years old for helmet diving in Boracay. The helmet is heavy (approximately 35 kg) and rests on your shoulders, so the participant needs to be tall enough and physically able to support the weight on the platform before descending. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no strict upper age limit, but the activity is not recommended for persons with ear infections, severe claustrophobia, or serious heart or respira