Private Scuba Diving in Siquijor — Not for Everyone. Perfect for You.

Matt really turned my opinion of diving around.

A couple years back I went for a dive session in Australia and it scared me. Water kept getting into my mask which would make me panic and the instructor just said it’s normal and would leave me be. So naturally I was a bit reluctant internally.

Matt was very informative and well equipped. Super understanding and went slowly over information highlighting key points so I wasn’t overwhelmed.

Fast forward to the dive. The experience was amazing! He was continually checking in. Making sure I equalised and that I had no issues. The reef was stunning! Was like a meditation under water. 100% recommend if you’re a first time diver, or not confident in your diving experience

Scubarebels Siquijor completely changed my view of scuba diving. This was my second attempt at a discovery dive – my first experience elsewhere felt rushed and left me unsure if diving was even for me. I’m so glad I gave it another chance. Nestled in a beautiful jungle hill, the dive center has an amazing, relaxed vibe that immediately put me at ease. Instructor Matt took the time to explain everything, calmed my nerves, and made sure I felt safe every step of the way. Underwater, it was a whole new world – peaceful, exciting, and far beyond my expectations. Truly worth it!

I took Matt’s Discover Scuba Diving course as a first-timer and had such an incredible experience! From the start, he made sure I felt safe, confident, and fully prepared before going underwater. He explained everything clearly—from the hand signals to the equipment—and guided me step-by-step through the process.

Once underwater, Matt made the experience even more magical by pointing out the beautiful marine life and making sure I felt comfortable the entire time. The whole process was smooth, fun, and truly unforgettable.

I highly recommend this to anyone who’s curious about scuba diving, even if you’ve never tried it before. I’d definitely do it again when I come back one day!

I can’t emphasize enough how incredible our diving experience was. I was honestly pretty scared at first, but Matt made all the difference—he’s an absolute pro. Calm, knowledgeable, and super hands-on from start to finish, he made it nearly impossible to stay nervous. Plus, he’s hilarious, which made the whole thing even more fun. I had the best time from beginning to end—no regrets at all. I’d absolutely do it again the next time I’m in Siquijor!

Diving with Matt was my second time ever driving and it was a life changing experience. In my first experience, I’m not kidding – they attempted to train us in 15 minutes only for me to be unable to scuba dive safely. I couldn’t descend properly, I kept coming up for air, and freaking out when too deep under the water.

Well, as it turns out, that little bit of water you feel under your nose as you scuba dive is normal. The one-to-one instruction that Matt so skillfully provided stressed this, as he also expertly answered all of my questions, putting my mind at ease.

When you first meet Matt, you’ll see he’s a happy go lucky dude but once in the water, you’ll see how much he’s in his element. He takes his job seriously as a scuba diving instructor, not just for your safety, but to ensure that you have a life changing experience, one that makes you feel one with the ocean, the creatures you encounter, and grounded within yourself.

The emphasis on breath in the water was what surprised me the most, and Matt was an expert guide on this. As I eventually enjoyed the scenery under water, he was perhaps monitoring my oxygen levels because he was also often motioning for me to breathe.

The safety and security you feel with Matt alongside you as you scuba dive is not something that can be replicated! I would recommend him for all first time divers, especially those who have a little bit of fear before they start. He invites you to discuss your fears so that he can assure you and help you troubleshoot in case. If I could assure that I could have him as a scuba diving instructor in every dive excursion, I totally would! I can’t recommend him enough.