Mario Scuba Diving and Homestay

Experience Scuba Diving in one of the Best Dive Spots in the World - Apo Island

Contact:	Mario or Mila Pascobello
Location:	Apo Island, Dauin, Negros Oriental, Philippines 6200
Mobile:	(63)906.361.7254 / (63)915.819.3607
Email:	marspascobello@hotmail.com
Member Since:	April 15, 2011

Mario Scuba Diving and Homestay is unique in a few ways. Very few dive resorts are located in an exotic island known around the world for its pristine reef system. The entire island is a protected marine ecosystem. The man behind all this is Mario Pascobello, a well-respected former barangay captain of Apo Island. With his intimate local knowledge and years of diving experience, the visitor is treated to an unmatched diving experience only Mario Scuba Diving and Homestay can offer.

Instructor Profile: Mario Pascobello

• 22 years scuba diving experience
• 6 years experience as PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI)
• 8000+ logged dives mostly in Apo Island
• has certified over 300 students

Scuba Diving Services fun diving PADI diving courses introductory dive PADI scuba diver open water diver (OWD) advanced OWD rescue emergency first response (EFR) dive master

Scuba Diving Rates
(government diving fee included)

• 1-2 dives: P1100
• 3-4 dives: P1050
• 5-6 dives: P1000
• 7-9 dives: P950
• 10 dives and more: P900
• equipment rental: P250/dive or P500/day

Homestay Facilities

• rooms with private veranda
• private toilet with shower
• generator-powered (the island has no electricity)

Comments:

Laiza Limpin
(May 7, 2012) The Best in Apo Island! Mario's Homestay should be your first choice when in the Island. The food is good, rooms are clean and budget-friendly, his family is really nice and hospitable, and of course, Mario could be the best Master Diver there is! ^_^ I stayed for a night and I'm hoping to go back for more diving in Apo. :)

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Hans and Kella
(Feb 22, 2012) This is the best place you could stay, on the best island for scuba diving in the Philippines. The hospitality was extraordinary, from Carla's excellent cooking, to Mack Mack's professional and caring guidance, to Mario's personal and intelligent conversation about the island and its unique history.

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Niamh O'Mearqa
(Feb 5, 2012) My boyfriend and I spent two weeks of xmas learning to scuba dive with Mario and we have not stopped talking about it since. Everything was awesome. Mario's teaching was superb and he was very patient and attentive. The atmosphere, friendliness and banter at Mario's Homestay was brilliant not to mention our beautiful room. And the rates for everything were very agreeable. We really felt exceptionally lucky to have found this homestay and diving school and we can't wait to come back. Leaving our new friends on Apo was really hard!!!

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Blessie Cavas
(Dec 14, 2011) I would have to agree with all the other comments here. Sir Mario and his family are simply the best! They're a must if you'd want to truly enjoy Apo island. I would definitely be coming back. :)

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Paulo Da Silva
(Dec 4, 2011) The best week of my life! Thank you Mario, from the heart. Continue the good work. See you soon again.

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Jenny Vrontakis
(July 11, 2011) I have been to Apo Island many times - to dive and to be with the people of Apo. This time I stayed at Mario and Mila's place and would recommend it to everyone I know. I enjoyed every moment of the homestay and was made to feel like a family member. I will have to go on a serious diet after Teresa's great cooking - for every meal! My main reason for being on Apo was the diving - and I wasn't disappointed - with excellent diving conditions - excellent dive guide and boatman and some very special dive experiences! I had some fun, new adventures - right down to the transfer to Dumaguete. Thanks Mario and Mila. I'll be back in Decemnber!

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Andreas Antenen
(May 30, 2011) It was a memorable experience to dive and stay at Mario's Scuba Dive and Homestay. In my room I felt like in my own home, and ate excellent food from the chef. It won't be my last time there for sure! Just a small paradise on earth with unforgettable lovely people.

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Gigit Sulit
(May 20, 2011) I have just completed my Open Water Diver (OWD) training with Mario Pascobello in Apo Island. His diving/teaching experience increased confidence during my baby steps underwater. With his intimate knowledge of Apo Island's reef system, he took me to dive sites where rare types of fish can be found. He has an keen eye for spotting rare marine life that are seamlessly camouflaged with the reef system. Lastly, I cannot say enough about getting my OWD certificate in one of the best dive spots on the planet - Apo Island!

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