El Galleon Beach Resort, Puerto Galera - Philippines
Renowned for its peaceful beachfront surroundings, El Galleon is on Small Lalaguna Beach, Puerto Galera. El Galleon cottages
afford the peace and tranquility of private rooms, nestled amongst
palm trees and warm breezes with the crystal clear waters of
the Philippine Sea only a stone's throw away.
The galley offers a mouth watering menu ranging from terrific
salads and sandwiches (made with our our freshly baked bread),
to Filipino and European specialties. All meals are prepared
under the keen eye of our resident chef.
The Point bar is the ideal place to enjoy your favorite cocktail.
The view is sensational and when the sun goes down, The Point
is the place to be - we're open as long as you want us to be!
Puerto Galera offers some of the best diving in the world and
El Galleon provides the ideal base from which to do it. Our
dive center is operated by Asia Divers, a PADI 5 star IDC Center,
the largest and most professional dive school in the area. Qualified
divers can enjoy over 30 dive sites and further their qualification
at all levels. Beginners can take an intoduction to SCUBA or
full open water course - either way they will be under expert
supervision by our dive master scuba instructors at all times.
Courses are taught in English, Tagalog, Swedish, French, German
and Japanese.
Why share the beach with anyone when we can whisk you away to
a deserted bay for the day. We can organize a fishing trip,
sunset cruise, beach barbecue or pack you a picnic - whatever
you choose.
And if you fancy a change from the sea, we can show you spectacular
local walks, arrange a round of golf at a nearby 9 hole course
or even introduce you to the local Hash House Harriers.
Whatever you're expecting from your holidays - a short break,
the excitement of diving, a relaxing few days on the beach,
El Galleon will ensure that you enjoy every minute of your stay. Come and share
our little piece of paradise. We're only 3-1/2 hours from Manila.
Centrally located
along Small La Laguna Beach, 5-7 minutes walk from likewise
densely populated Sabang Beach's shops, restaurants, entertainment.
Transportation links to Puerto Galera Pier is a quick 30-second
walk.
Outrigger boats as water taxis are accessible a few minutes
along a walkway, which used to be a beach. Dive spots and deserted
beaches can be found a boat ride away. Further tucked away inland,
one hour by jeepney and boat, is Ponderosa Golf Course's 9-hole
fairway.
The Manila-Puerto galery journey involves a 2.5-hour drive from
Manila to Batangas Pier and a 1-hour ferry ride onwards to Puerto
Galera.
El Galleon Dive
Resort's cottages afford the peace and tranquility of private
rooms, nestled amongst palm trees and warm breezes with the
crystal clear waters of the Philippine Sea only a stone's throw
away. Thirty (30) air-conditioned rooms have been constructed on the tropical hillside all in keeping with the area's natural beauty. With views of Sabang Bay and Small Lalaguna beach, each room is complete with a fully stocked mini-bar, hot water and hotel amenities. All rooms have an air-conditioning unit and an electric fan.
Budget Rooms (4)
For those that are looking for comfort but without the view
and fuss. These rooms come with a queen-size bed, air-conditioning,
mini bar and bathrooms that look like the one granddad used to own: old
yet still charming.
Poolside Rooms (12)
Step outside your room and drop into the pool. The Poolside
rooms are equipped with a queen-size bed, air-conditioning,
mini bar and storage space. All bathrooms have hot water
and cold water, and a vanity area.
Family Rooms (3)
The Family rooms are all capable of one or two extra beds. They
come with one queen-size bed (extra beds on request), air-conditioning,
mini bar and comfortable bathrooms with vanity area.
Seaview
Rooms (10)
The most requested rooms, the Seaview rooms have fantastic
water front views. You can literally throw a stone into the
sea from any of these spacious and well appointed rooms. All
Seaview rooms are fitted out with a queen-size bed, mini bar,
air-conditioning and storage space. All bathrooms are equipped
with hot and cold water, and a vanity area.
Penthouse (1)
Luxurious one-bedroom apartment with private kitchen, a large balcony, and a joining living room with a spectacular sea view. This is your home away from home.
The El Galleon Restaurant, with seating that extends to the water's edge, is one of the most popular in Puerto Galera. It offers a mouthwatering combination of great value local and European cuisine.
The Point Bar is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail, and it is open as long as guests want it to be.
Swimming Pool
Nearly located beside the cottages, you can even look at you
rooms windows watching some swimming activities. El Galleon
cottages afford the peace and tranquility of private rooms,
nestled amongst palm trees and warm breezes with the crystal
clear waters of the Philippine Sea only a stone's throw away.
Conference Room
Situated above the restaurant, it's the perfect place to combine
business and pleasure. The fully air-conditioned
Conference Room provides seating for 25 people, slide projector, TV/Video and a whiteboard.
Game Section
Great time to relax and enjoy with our billiard table beside
the restaurant while spending your time waiting for your dine
in food or enjoying a game with your newly meet friends.
Wireless Internet
Internet facilities are available for business or pleasure. Connections offer you flexibility and mobility for your web
use. El Galleon Beach Resort is fully equipped with broad wireless
coverage of internet. Coverage anywhere in the resort means
that you can enjoy surfing the nett in the restaturant, by the
pool, on the beach or even inside your room. Providing you the
fastest and securest access to the internet while youre away
for a weekend with us.
Wireless Requirements
• PCMCIA/PC card slot available on your laptop
• Windows 9x, ME, NT, XP/2000 system
• CD-ROM Drive or LAN card slot for non XP operating system
Note:Laptop's
with built-in wireless antenna will not be activated by our
administrator. Only Wireless Cards provided at the front desk
are preffered to use.
Service
Helpful and attentive staff are always on hand, whether guests are relaxing by the freshwater swimming pool, or enjoying a game of pool.
Some of the Best Diving in Asia with Asia Divers!
Dives with Asia Divers, the Philippines' only PADI CDC centre are guided by experienced instructors or Divemasters who lead the dive in the water giving you the best of each site, including areas not frequented by other operatoions. Briefings include detailed "Naturalist" aspects of each site.
Safety First: Planned using the Recreational Dive Planner and/or your dive computer. All guides carry surface marker buoys and storm whistles.
All the convenience of a liveaboard but all the attraction and flexibility of being land based.
Some of the best diving in Asia, over 30 sites all within 15 minutes' travel, dives suitable for all experience levels, it couldn't be more convenient.
There are at least five scheduled dives a day. Usual times are 9am, 11am, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm (night) with a choice of sites at each time.
Diving in small groups (less than six) from local Bangka (outrigger) boats.
Diving all year round, every day of the week, with temperatures between 23 and 30 degrees Celsius, the coldest months being December to February. Visibility is usually at least 18 -20 meters (up to 40 meters).
You must produce a logbook and certification card before diving.
Technical Dives and Rebreather Diving should be with prior notice and appropriate certification (with separate fees).
Divers may also take their underwater adventures home on video for a fee.
Other activities to enjoy include kayaking, motorcycle riding, snorkeling, the Puerto Galera Hash House Harriers, golfing at Ponderosa Golf Club, sunset cruises, and paintball game.
Inclusions:
• Room accommodation
• Taxes
• Service charge
Meal Rates per Person per Day/Night:
Fullboard: US$36; Halfboard: US$ 23; Breakfast: US$ 9
All Meal rates are subject to 10% service charge.
Transfers (Manila Airport or Hotel to El Galleon and return):
1-6 persons: US$ 310
7-12 persons: US$ 455
Travel time is about 3 hours: 2 hours by land plus 1 hour by boat.
Dive Rates
Inclusions
Rate per Person (Day dive)
One Dive with full equipment, boat and guide
US$ 37 nett
One dive with tank, weights, boat and guide
US$ 29 nett
Additional charge for night dives: US$ 9 plus US$ 4.50 with flashlight
Nitrox Charge
One Dive
US$ 6 nett
One Day
US$ 12 nett
Two Days
US$ 20 nett
One Week
US$ 60 nett
Inclusions:
• Taxes
• Service charge
For every 10 paying customers, we offer one (1) Free of Charge.
Motorcycle Riding (Guided day tours on 200cc Off-road bikes)
• Rent per bike per day: US$ 21 nett
Snorkeling
• Snorkeling gear: whole day: US$ 4 nett
• Boat for Coral Garden: US$ 20 nett
• Bangka (Outrigger) use to Puerto: PHP 200 nett
Puerto Galera Hash House Harriers
• Meet every Sunday at 3:30 PM outside Captain Greggs on Sabang Beach.
• Follow the chalk marks around the beautiful trails of Puerto Galera to the "ON ON" where the beer awaits.
• PHP 300 for first-timers ("Virgins") includes T-shirt and lots of drinks. PHP 200 for regulars.
Ponderosa Golf Club
• A 9-hole golf club 1,700 feet up a nearby mountain.
• Spectacular views
• All clubs, etc. are available for rental, even someone to get you a beer.
• Green fee: PHP 350, Club rental: PHP 250, Caddy: PHP 100, 5 Balls & tees: PHP 170, Shoe rental: PHP 150, Putting Fees: PHP 100, Lessons: PHP 500 per hour
Sunset Cruises
• Regular trips on the 50-foot Bangka Asia Explorer II.
• Either stop at White Beach for a game of volleyball or a BBQ, or just enjoy a beer cruising around as the sun goes down.
• Please inquire of the rates.
Paintball Game
• Please inquire of the rates.
Reptile Farm
Have a look at Puerto Galera's newest attraction: the Reptile Farm, with many creatures from all over Asia. The normal tour will take you around for 2-21/2 hours, guided by qualified animal handlers for the US and Australia. PHP 700 per person, group discounts available.
Terms and Conditions
• Rates are in US Dollars per room per night, with above indicated inclusions.
• These specially discounted internet rates can only be availed if booked and paid through TravelMart; and can not be availed in combination with other promos.
• Rates may change without prior notice.
• Booking(s) have to be paid in advance before the check-in date and issuance of voucher(s). Unpaid bookings are not guaranteed.
• Payment by credit card will be billed upon confirmation of booking.
• Upon receipt of payment, voucher(s) will be faxed or emailed to guest.
• A wash down or decrease in the original number of rooms/persons reserved/booked shall, to the extent of the decrease in the number of rooms/persons, be considered a cancellation and shall be subject to cancellation charges.
• Any and all cancellations/wash downs must be done through email to bookings@travelmart.net. Any and all wash downs/cancellations on the phone will not be honored.
• If guest fails to show up on check-in/tour day without prior notice to TravelMart, the No-show charges shall be applied.
• One-night rate as Cancellation or No-Show charge includes room charges, meals, tours and other arrangements.
• There shall be no refund for shortened stays including rooms checked-in and checked-out on the same day. • Check-in time is 2 pm. Check-out time is 12 noon.
Cancellation Charges (including bookings paid through credit card)