Customer review from Liveaboard.com
“Great experience on Seadoors. I just had a good positive experience with Seadoors (first week of June 2024). Rooms are clean and large enough for liveaboard standards - I was very comfortable (this is my 4th liveaboard). Overall diving organization was great, all dives well explained during the briefings, never a cancellation and strong attention to safety and planning. Food was good quality for liveaboard average as well. Passengers/ group was very international, with representation from all over the world. Dives were excellent too - in overall I recommend Seadoors and Tubbataha. Weather-wise, diving in early June was good. We basically only have 1 day of cloudy/ raining with 3-4 days of full sunshine.”
Recommended for: Dive quality, overall organization, rooms
Customer Review By Luca G, from: Italy scored the Seadoors 10 out of 10; Review courtesy of Liveaboard.com, for all 73 reviews and information click here: Seadoors .
Is The Seadoors Right For You?
⚡ Quick Facts
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✓ Best For:
- ✓Intermediate divers looking to build experience
- ✓Social divers who enjoy meeting new people
- ✓Travelers who prefer to rent equipment rather than bring their own
- ✓Divers seeking multi-day immersive experiences
✗ Not Ideal For:
- ✗Budget-conscious travelers
- ✗Those who prefer day trips or shore-based diving
- ✗Divers seeking extreme or technical diving challenges
🎯 Perfect If You Want...
- •Thresher shark encounters at Malapascua
- •Whale shark diving at Donsol
- •World-renowned macro photography
- •Vibrant coral reef diversity
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features for the Seadoors Liveaboard
On reviewing the Seadoors liveaboard, it scores 80% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Boat Features, as it has 8 of 10 key boat features (see below).
The Seadoors liveaboard provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings. In addition, it provides audio and video entertainment in the lounge so you can relax and enjoy music, films and other entertainment between dives and in the evenings.
What’s more, it provides charging stations for phones, laptops, torches and underwater cameras so your batteries are always topped up, and your dive kit is always ready for the next dive. You’ll also find it maintains a near one to one crew to guest ratio, which supports quick service and strong safety cover.
A review of the list of Boat Features found on the Seadoors liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Audio & video entertainment
- Charging stations
- Dedicated crew
- Free deck towels and Free beach towels
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The boat features that are not found on the Seadoors. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Smart Voyager accreditation
- WIFI Internet
Boat FAQs for the Seadoors Liveaboard
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have WiFi internet?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have an air conditioned saloon?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have an indoor saloon?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have a sun deck or leisure deck?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have an observation deck?
What onboard entertainment is available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is there a boutique or souvenir shop on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is the Seadoors Liveaboard family friendly?
Is the Seadoors Liveaboard available for private charter?
What type of crew works on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
What is the crew to guest ratio on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have Smart Voyager accreditation?
Boat information:
- The Seadoors liveaboard provides beach towels and deck towels onboard, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Seadoors liveaboard offers hotel and airport transfers, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Seadoors liveaboard has additional required charges on top of the cost of the trip, these additional costs that you are required to pay include gratuities, and national park fees.
- The Seadoors liveaboard has a dedicated crew onboard, which includes both local and international crew.
- The Seadoors liveaboard is not listed as a family friendly cruise and does not show dedicated family cabins in the features either. If you’d prefer a liveaboard that is better set up for families, click Family Friendly Cruises to see family oriented trips, or Liveaboards With Family Cabins to find boats that just offer cabins designed for families.
- The Seadoors liveaboard is available for private charter, making it a great option for scuba diving clubs, groups of friends, underwater photography teams, and families who want the whole boat to themselves. With up to 8 cabins available, your group can enjoy an exclusive itinerary, flexible dive schedule, and the privacy of a full-boat charter; click liveaboards available for private charter to compare this liveaboard with other boats that are available for private charter.
- The Seadoors liveaboard is not specifically listed as a budget-friendly option, and is better suited to divers who are happy to pay more for upgraded comfort, premium facilities, and a higher overall experience while exploring Philippines’s dive sites; if your priority is keeping costs down, you can check current discounts using discounted liveaboards, or click Budget Friendly Liveaboards to compare this vessel with other liveaboards that are marketed as more budget-friendly.
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SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features for the Seadoors Liveaboard
On reviewing the Seadoors Liveaboard, it scores 50% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Cabin Features, as it has 5 of 10 key cabin features (see below).
The Seadoors Liveaboard includes air-conditioned cabins, which keeps your cabin cool and comfortable between dives and whilst you sleep at night. In addition, it includes additional cabin luxuries such as cabin towels and daily housekeeping, which means you can pack lighter and enjoy a more relaxed trip.
What’s more, it has en-suite bathrooms, which adds hotel-style convenience to life on board. You’ll also find it includes seaview cabins so you wake up to an ocean view.
A review of the list of Cabin Features found on the Seadoors Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click the feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
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Cabin FAQs for the Seadoors Liveaboard
Do cabins on the Seadoors Liveaboard have en-suite bathrooms?
Is there air-conditioning in the cabins on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are there family cabins on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are there balcony or sea-view cabins on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is there a hair dryer in the cabins on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Do cabins on the Seadoors Liveaboard have a safe box?
Is there a TV in the cabins on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are the cabins non-smoking on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are towels and toiletries provided on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
How many guests and cabins does the Seadoors Liveaboard have?
Cabin information:
- The Seadoors Liveaboard provides cabin towels, which are included in the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Seadoors Liveaboard includes a laundry service, which is an extra charge on top of the cost of your liveaboard trip.
- The Seadoors Liveaboard does not offer a pressing service. If you would like this service onboard, click Pressing service to find liveaboards that provide it.
- Complimentary toiletries are not provided on the Seadoors Liveaboard. If you would like a liveaboard that provides toiletries, click Complimentary toiletries.
- The Seadoors Liveaboard does not show dedicated family cabins and is not tagged as a family friendly cruise in the cabin features. If you are travelling with children, you may find a better fit by choosing from Liveaboards With Family Cabins for boats that offer family sized cabins, or Family Friendly Cruises for trips that are set up more clearly for families. You can still review the cabin layouts for this boat in the cabin types section below.
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The Seadoors Liveaboard includes the following cabin types:
- 2 Double cabins with ensuite bathrooms
- 6 Double + 1 single cabins with ensuite bathrooms
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features for the Seadoors Liveaboard
On reviewing the Seadoors Liveaboard, it scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Diving Features, as it has 10 of 10 key diving features (see below).
The Seadoors Liveaboard offers a spacious dive deck for easy kitting up and also uses dive tenders to put you right on the best sites. In addition, Photographers are looked after, with a camera station and a separate rinse for underwater cameras. What’s more, After a dive you can rinse off using warm outside showers, which keep you, your hair and your wetsuit fresh and clean from saltwater.
DIN adaptors are carried onboard, so whether you dive on a DIN or yoke regulator you will be supported on the Seadoors Liveaboard. You’ll also find Seadoors Liveaboard supports technical diving, rebreather divers and sidemount divers, so advanced divers can use their normal configuration onboard. Also, On deck you have rinse hoses and a shaded diving area, so your kit and cameras can be washed and kept out of the sun.
The Seadoors Liveaboard was custom built for diving, so the layout, dive deck and facilities are all set up with scuba divers in mind. Plus, Nitrox is available onboard as a paid extra, so you can choose to dive with nitrox on the dives that matter most. The Enriched Air Nitrox is normally EAN32 or 32% oxygen.
A review of the list of diving features found on the Seadoors Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
Diving FAQs for the Seadoors Liveaboard
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have nitrox onboard?
Is the Seadoors Liveaboard custom built for diving?
What level of experience is required and what diver certification is required for the Seadoors Liveaboard?
How many logged dives do you need for the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Can I get certified on board the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have a camera area and camera rinse?
Are there facilities for photographers onboard the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Do I need DIN or yoke on the Seadoors Liveaboard, and are adaptors available?
How are water entries and exits handled on the Seadoors Liveaboard? Are tenders used?
What rental gear is available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are scuba courses available onboard the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is a nitrox course available onboard the Seadoors Liveaboard?
What itineraries does the Seadoors Liveaboard run?
What sea creatures can you see on the Seadoors Liveaboard
The Seadoors Liveaboard does not currently list specific marine life for its dive sites, please check the itinerary notes.
Dive information:
- Diver certification level required: Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Number of logged dives required: Minimum 30 logged dives
- Itinerary options on the Seadoors liveaboard are currently: 6 Days/5 Nights, 7 Days/6 Nights, 10 Days/9 Nights, 11 Days/10 Nights
- The diving package to include all the dives on the itinerary of your choice is included in the cost of the liveaboard trip.
- The Seadoors liveaboard offers a private dive guide, which is an optional extra charge. Click Private dive guide to find other liveaboards that offer free, or as a paid extra, a private dive guide.
- The Seadoors liveaboard offers scuba diving courses, and in particular a nitrox course, which are an optional extra charge. Click Scuba diving courses or Nitrox course to find other liveaboards that offer scuba courses onboard.
- If you would like to do extra dives on the Seadoors liveaboard, you will have to pay an extra charge for these.
Tip: click any of the linked items above to find other dive liveaboards with the same option.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features for the Seadoors Liveaboard
On reviewing the Seadoors liveaboard, it scores 100% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating – Food Features, as it has 10 of 10 total food & dining features (see below).
The Seadoors Liveaboard offers options for specific dietary requirements; add these in special requests on step 2 of the booking form (limit to religious beliefs or food allergies). It also includes vegetarian and vegan choices on the menu. In addition, it offers al fresco dining so you can enjoy ocean breezes with your meals whilst onboard.
What’s more, it has the benefit of fully inclusive meals, which includes breakfast, lunch and evening meals.
A review of the list of Onboard Food & Dining Features found on the Seadoors liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Al fresco dining
- Beach BBQ (Free)
- Dietary requirements
- Fine cuisine
- Full-board option (Free)
- Local food
- Snacks all day (Free)
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Western food
Dining FAQs for the Seadoors Liveaboard
What meal plan does the Seadoors Liveaboard offer?
Are dietary requirements accommodated on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are vegetarian and vegan options available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is al fresco dining available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard include a beach BBQ?
What dining style is used on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
What cuisine is served on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are snacks provided on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Dining and food information:
- You can enjoy a Beach BBQ whilst onboard.
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Drinks & Refreshments for the Seadoors Liveaboard
On reviewing the Seadoors Liveaboard, it scores 90% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Drinks & Refreshment Features, as it has 9 of 10 total drink & refreshment features (see below). The Seadoors Liveaboard has a bar where beer and wine are available to purchase. In addition, it offers a selection of fine wines for purchase onboard. In addition, this liveaboard includes drinking water, soft drinks, tea & coffee, and welcome cocktails in the trip price.
A review of the list of Onboard Drink Features found on the Seadoors Liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Alcoholic beverages (Paid extra)
- Bar
- Beer available
- Drinking water (Free)
- Fine wines selection (enhanced wine offering)
- Soft drinks (Free)
- Tea & coffee (Free)
- Welcome cocktails
- Wine available
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- Free wine w/dinner
Drinks & Refreshments FAQs for the Seadoors Liveaboard
Which drinks are included on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is there a bar onboard the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is alcohol available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are soft drinks included on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are tea and coffee included on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is drinking water included on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is wine with dinner included on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are welcome cocktails offered on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Can I bring my own alcohol on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
How do I pay for drinks onboard the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Included in the price of your liveaboard trip:
- Drinking water
- Soft drinks
- Tea & coffee
- Welcome cocktails
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Non-Diver Companion Rating for the Seadoors Liveaboard
On reviewing the Seadoors liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating - Non-Diver Companion Rating, as it has 6 of 10 total non-diver companion features (see below).
Yes, the Seadoors liveaboard is suitable for non-divers, with activities such as stand up paddleboards and snorkelling. These keep everyone involved between dives and make the trip enjoyable for partners or friends who prefer to stay above the surface. In addition, free use of stand up paddleboards is included on the Seadoors liveaboard, great for balance and core strength during calm sessions in sheltered coves, also a good shared activity with non-divers. What’s more, Snorkel gear is included on the Seadoors liveaboard, handy for reef time between dives or as an activity with non-divers.
A naturalist guide is included on the Seadoors liveaboard, enriching reef and island visits with wildlife insights. You’ll also find there is a small library on the Seadoors liveaboard with fish ID books and light reading. You will often find titles left by previous guests, too.
A review of the list of Non-Diver Companion Rating features found on the Seadoors liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Fishing (Free)
- Included Library
- Included Naturalist itineraries with naturalist guide (Free)
- Included Non-diver (snorkeler) friendly
- Included Snorkel gear (Free)
- Included Stand up paddleboard (Free)
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- Not included Glass bottom boat
- Not included Jacuzzi / hot tub
- Not included Kayaks on-board
- Not included Wellness facilities
Other Activities FAQs for the Seadoors Liveaboard
Are kayaks available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are stand up paddleboards available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is snorkel gear provided on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is there a jacuzzi or hot tub on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is the Seadoors Liveaboard suitable for non-divers?
Is there a naturalist guide or naturalist itinerary on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is there a library on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is yoga offered on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are wellness services available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are jet skis available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is water skiing available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is wakeboarding available on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is fishing offered on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is there a glass bottom boat on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Are land excursions included on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Included in the price of the liveaboard trip:
- Fishing
- Naturalist guide
- Stand-up paddle boards
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Underwater Photographer Features for the Seadoors Liveaboard
On reviewing the Seadoors liveaboard, it scores 60% on the SDE Underwater Photographer Rating, as it has 3 of 5 key photographer facilities (see below).
The Seadoors liveaboard has a dedicated camera station close to the dive deck, which lets you gear up quickly, check your housing and swap batteries or memory cards between dives. In addition, it offers a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras, helping to keep salt, sand and defog from dive gear away from your delicate housings and ports.
What’s more, it provides dedicated charging stations for cameras, strobes, torches and laptops so your batteries are always topped up and ready for the next dive.
A review of the underwater photographer facilities found on the Seadoors liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific facility, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this facility:
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Underwater photographer FAQs for the Seadoors Liveaboard
Is there a dedicated camera room on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have a dedicated camera table or workstation?
Are there charging stations for cameras and batteries on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is there a separate rinse tank for underwater cameras on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Does the Seadoors Liveaboard have WiFi for backing up and sharing photos?
Is the Seadoors Liveaboard a good choice for serious underwater photographers?
SDE Liveaboard Rating – Technical Diving Features for the Seadoors Liveaboard
On reviewing the Seadoors liveaboard, it scores 100% on the SDE Tech Diving Rating, as it has 3 of 3 key technical diving features (see below).
The Seadoors supports technical diving, rebreather divers and sidemount divers, so advanced divers can use their normal configuration onboard. In addition, If you plan to do technical diving, the Seadoors supports it, but before you finalise your trip, check the typical dive depths, available gases, and whether stage and decompression cylinders are supported on your chosen itinerary. What’s more, If you dive rebreather, the Seadoors provides support, but it’s worth confirming in advance which rebreathers are supported and whether oxygen fills, sorb availability, and bailout requirements are in place, because this can vary by region and itinerary.
If you dive sidemount, the Seadoors supports it, but when planning your dives check cylinder options and the deck set-up, so your configuration is comfortable and properly supported for the dives planned.
A review of the technical diving features found on the Seadoors liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature.
Tech diving FAQs for the Seadoors Liveaboard
Is sidemount diving supported on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is technical diving supported on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
Is rebreather diving supported on the Seadoors Liveaboard?
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Seadoors Included in the Price
When you book the Seadoors dive liveaboard, your cruise price includes key items for an amazing dive safari in Philippines. All your meals are included, so you can focus on diving.
These inclusions provide excellent value and a hassle-free cruise experience. Below is everything included in your Seadoors liveaboard fare.
A review of the list of features 'included' in the price of the Seadoors liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with a specific feature included in the price, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Included Airport transfer
- Included Beach BBQ
- Included Beach towels
- Included Cabin towels
- Included Deck towels
- Included Diving package
- Included Drinking water
- Included Fishing
- Included Full-board meal plan (All meals)
- Included Hotel transfer
- Included Land excursions
- Included Naturalist guide
- Included Snacks
- Included Snorkelling guide
- Included Soft drinks
- Included Stand-up paddle boards
- Included Tea & coffee
- Included VAT
- Included Welcome cocktails
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The other features that are not included on the Seadoors liveaboard. If you want to find all liveaboards with this feature, click a feature to open a new window with a collection of dive liveaboards that have this feature:
- Not included Accommodation
- Not included Airport transfers
- Not included Nitrox
- Not included Snorkel equipment
- Not included Beer
- Not included Wine with dinner
- Not included Dive guide
- Not included Diving equipment
Seadoors Optional Paid Extras
Enhance your Seadoors charter with these optional upgrades available for an additional cost. Nitrox helps extend your bottom time at the sites around Philippines.
These extras let you tailor the trip to your preferences. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'optional extras' charged on top of the price for the Seadoors liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards including this in the price:
- Included Alcoholic beverages
- Included Extra dives
- Included Laundry service
- Included Nitrox
- Included Nitrox course
- Included Private dive guide
- Included Rental gear
- Included Scuba diving courses
- Included Snorkel Gear
- Included Wine with dinner
Seadoors Required Paid Extras
Please note some essential costs are not included in the base price of the Seadoors dive cruise and must be paid additionally. Marine park fees help protect the reefs you will dive in Philippines.
Budget for these mandatory costs when planning your liveaboard trip. See the list below.
A review of the list of 'required extras' not included in the price for the Seadoors liveaboard. Click a feature to find liveaboards where this is covered in the price (when applicable):
- Included Gratuities
- Included National park fees
Seadoors Vessel Details
- Length: 25.0m (82.0ft)
- Beam: 6.0m (19.7ft)
- Max guests: 16
- Cabins: 8
- Bathrooms: 8
Seadoors Boat Navigation and Safety
Navigation and safety aboard the Seadoors Liveaboard are built around dependable positioning and rapid response.
A review of the full list of navigation and safety features for the Seadoors Liveaboard. Seadoors Liveaboard scores 88% on the SDE Liveaboard Rating for navigation & safety, which means it has 15 out of 17 navigation & safety features (see below for the features that are missing from this liveaboard).
- Included Bilge Pump Alarm
- Included Crew Trained in First Aid
- Included Depth Sounder
- Included Emergency Flares
- Included Emergency Rafts
- Included Engine room CCTV
- Included Fire Alarm & Fire Extinguishers
- Included First Aid Kits
- Included GPS
- Included Life Vests
- Included Oxygen
- Included Radar
- Included Radio VHF/DSC/SSB
- Included Satellite & Mobile Phones
- Included Search light
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The seadoors boat navigation and safety that are not found on the Seadoors Liveaboard:
- Not included E.P.I.R.B. Distress System
- Not included Fishfinder