Our Team


Ron Parkes, Resort Manager. Ron Parkes is an Englishman of indeterminate age. He has been diving in excess of eighteen years and has been diving in Sogod Bay since 2001. Indeed, the quality of the diving here persuaded Ron that he ought to do the sensible thing and live here permanently! Ron believes passionately that divers visiting Southern Leyte deserve a resort as impressive as the diving.
Phil McGuire, Instructor, Dive Shop Manager

Phil was born in Sydney, Australia, Phil has lived most of his life in the Pacific and SE Asia. He likes living in the tropics, diving and playing rugby. If you find yourself with any time on your hands here at the Resort Phil has a fantastic collection of photos of local marine life. He is an all round nice guy although he does like diving in a silly hat!

Pedro Batestil, Padi Instructor/Divemaster

Pedro was born in Ichon, Southern Leyte, Philippines. Pedro is an experienced dive master with 5 years local diving knowledge in Sogod Bay. In September 2008 he became a Padi instructor. He is hugely enthusiastic and is an expert in finding great aquatic life - if pygmy seahorses or whale sharks are about he will find them!

Darlene Aggabao, Bar Manager Annalyn Tinio, WaitressDarlene and Annalyn will look after you while you stay with us and make your diving holiday an enjoyable one.
Kitchen StaffThe ladies of the kitchen (from the left Myrna, chef Alicia and Michelle). If you want a great meal or just a snack these ladies will cook you up a treat you will never forget!
The boys of Sogod Bay Scuba ResortFrom the left Joseph (boat captain), Poloy (boat man) and Pedro (divemaster)