Solitude Acacia Resort is a dive resort located in Anilao, Batangas, approximately 2.5–3 hours south of Manila. Positioned along a coastline known for macro biodiversity and reef diversity, the resort operates as a full-service dive base catering to recreational divers, underwater photographers, and those interested in blackwater and specialty diving.
Anilao has long been recognised for its concentration of critter life, nudibranch species, and accessible reef systems. Solitude Acacia Resort integrates accommodation, dining, and dive operations within one compact layout, allowing guests to structure multi-day dive itineraries efficiently.
Resort Facilities & Meals
The Acacia Restaurant serves à la carte meals with full-board options available. The dining area features enclosed glass walls and an air-conditioned interior, alongside an open balcony section overlooking the sea. A beachfront Dive Bar operates above the dive centre and serves standard alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Facilities include a swimming pool used for training and leisure, a dedicated camera room, and landscaped common areas centred around the property’s acacia tree.
Activities
Beyond scuba diving, guests can participate in snorkelling, local hikes and organised day trips including visits to nearby viewpoints and volcanic landscapes. Underwater photography workshops and blackwater dive sessions are offered periodically for those seeking specialised training.
Staying Connected
Wi-Fi is available in guest rooms and common areas. Mobile signal is generally reliable in Anilao, though strength may vary depending on provider.
We Think . .
Solitude Acacia Resort suits divers with a strong interest in macro life, blackwater diving, and structured dive programs supported by a well-equipped on-site centre. Its integration of photography facilities, specialty diving options, and proximity to Verde Island makes it appropriate for divers prioritising biodiversity and guided exploration over resort-style leisure travel.
Solitude Acacia Resort is located in Anilao, Batangas, on the southwestern edge of Luzon Island. Anilao sits within the Verde Island Passage, an area recognised for high marine biodiversity and varied underwater topography. Dive sites include shallow sandy muck areas, reef slopes, small walls, and deeper drift sites depending on conditions.
Diving is available year-round, with generally calmer seas between November and May. Verde Island is accessible by day trip when weather permits.
How to Get There
The resort is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours by road from Manila. Transfers can be arranged directly from Manila or Clark International Airport. Most guests travel by private vehicle to Anilao via Batangas province. There are no commercial flights directly to Anilao.
Solitude Acacia Resort offers 25 rooms arranged across four blocks. The front blocks include Sea View Suites and Sea View Deluxe rooms, while the rear blocks house Deluxe rooms. All rooms include air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, ensuite bathrooms with hot and cold showers, safe deposit box, desk, television, minibar or refrigerator, tea and coffee facilities, and wardrobe storage. Rooms may be configured with king or twin bedding.
Sea View Deluxe
Located on the ground and first floors of the front blocks, these rooms measure approximately 31m² and include west-facing balconies overlooking the pool and sea. Each room accommodates up to three adults plus one child sharing existing bedding.
Sea View Suite
Situated on the top floors, these suites measure approximately 42m² and include additional living space and a bathtub in the ensuite bathroom. They offer elevated sea and pool views and accommodate up to three adults plus one child sharing existing bedding.
Deluxe Room
Positioned in the rear blocks, Deluxe rooms range between 27–37m². These rooms provide convenient access to the restaurant and pool area and may be configured for twin, king, or triple share occupancy.
Diving Services at Solitude Acacia Anilao Resort
Diving at Solitude Acacia Anilao Resort is designed as a premium, highly personalised experience, with a strong focus on service, comfort, and efficiency. The on-site Acacia Dive Centre operates with an excellent 2:1 diver-to-guide ratio, ensuring every diver benefits from expert spotting and tailored dive plans. Facilities are first-class, including Nitrox, full rental gear, and support for more advanced diving. A standout feature is the purpose-built camera room with 28 individual workstations, dedicated rinse tanks, and camera-handling support—making it a favourite among underwater photographers. The resort also leads innovation in the region as the first in the Philippines to offer the Avelo Dive System, providing improved buoyancy control and reduced weighting for a more streamlined dive experience. Located just 2.5 hours from Manila, logistics are simple, allowing more time in the water and less time in transit.
Diving in Anilao
Anilao is widely regarded as one of the world’s premier muck diving destinations, and diving from Solitude Acacia puts you right at the heart of it. Just 15–30 minutes by boat from the resort, dive sites showcase an incredible diversity of marine environments—from volcanic black sand slopes and rubble fields to vibrant coral gardens and steep walls. The region’s reputation as the “critter capital” of the Philippines is well earned, with frequent sightings of nudibranchs, frogfish, ghost pipefish, rhinopias, and even blue-ringed octopus. Diving here typically consists of 2- or 3-tank boat dives daily, with options to tailor schedules around photography or specific marine life interests. With calm conditions and minimal current at many sites, Anilao is accessible to a wide range of divers, while still offering enough depth and variety to keep even the most experienced enthusiasts engaged.
Best Time to Dive
Diving is available year-round, with generally more stable sea conditions and better visibility from November to May. During this period, calmer weather allows more consistent access to offshore sites such as Verde Island. The June to October period may bring stronger winds and reduced visibility, though macro diving remains productive due to the sheltered nature of many sites.
Signature Dive Experiences & Sites
What sets Anilao apart is not just the quantity of marine life, but the unique dive experiences available, many of which are highlights for visiting dive clubs and photographers. Day dives focus on slow, deliberate exploration of muck sites where expert guides uncover rare and unusual species, while nearby reef and wall dives provide a colourful contrast with schooling fish and healthy corals. Night diving is a major draw, revealing an entirely different cast of marine life, while blackwater diving—one of Anilao’s signature experiences—offers the chance to encounter pelagic larvae and deep-sea species rising from the depths under cover of darkness.
Combined with consistently high biodiversity and year-round diving (with peak conditions from November to May), these signature experiences make Anilao one of the most compelling and repeat-worthy dive destinations in Southeast Asia.
| Valid to 31 December 2026 | AUD | USD | |||
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| 7 Days 6 Nights in Sea view Suite with 15 Dives (Double) | 2020 | USD | | | 2020 | |
| 7 Days 6 Nights in Sea view Suite with 15 Dives (Single) | 2470 | USD | | | 2470 | |
| 7 Days 6 Nights in Sea View Deluxe with 15 Dives (Double) | 1900 | USD | | | 1900 | |
| 7 Days 6 Nights in Sea View Deluxe with 15 Dives (Single) | 2350 | USD | | | 2350 | |
| 7 Days 6 Nights in Deluxe with 15 Dives (Double) | 1750 | USD | | | 1750 | |
| 7 Days 6 Nights in Deluxe with 15 Dives (Single) | 2240 | USD | | | 2240 | |
| This resort's prices are in USD. The AUD prices shown are based on the current exchange rate. The price paid in AUD will be based on the actual exchange rate at the time any payments are made. | |||||
| Full-board Diving Packages include: Accommodation in the selected category; the indicated number of air or EAN dives (for certified divers); the full-board standard meal plan (Table d’hôte or buffet, dinner on check-in day and breakfast on check-out day); Wi-Fi access, and afternoon tea and snacks, and essentially. Return transfer to and from Batangas Pier. |
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| Exclude: Scuba diving and water-sport permit fees; all equipment required for skin and scuba diving; alcohol; and any food or beverages not included in the full-board or lunch meal plan. |
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| Various dive packages and meal packages are available. There are other transfer options available. | |||||
| The per-person pricing above is indicative only: we show 7 days/6 nights with 15 dive packages singles & doubles for comparison. We can give you a price (and availability) for any combination of nights/dives you wish to undertake, including any discounts due to you as part of that package, any exclusions, and any items payable at the resort. Please use the [Enquire Now] tab to share your exact requirements, and we'll offer you the best deal we can. | |||||
