Our team

The people who make it happen

A small, local crew who know Sogod Bay better than anyone, and who keep guests coming back year after year.

On land and at sea

Faces around the resort

From the dive deck to the kitchen, you will get to know everyone during your stay.

Phil McGuire

Phil McGuire

Owner & PADI Instructor

Born in Sydney and at home across the Pacific and Southeast Asia, Phil loves the tropics, diving, and rugby. Ask to see his collection of local marine-life photos, and forgive him the silly dive hat.

Pedro Batestil

Pedro Batestil

Dive Shop Manager & PADI Instructor

Born in Ichon, Southern Leyte, Pedro has years of local knowledge in Sogod Bay and became a PADI instructor in 2008. If pygmy seahorses or whale sharks are around, he will find them.

Darlene & Annalyn

Darlene & Annalyn

Reservations & Guest Care

Darlene and Annalyn look after you from the first enquiry to checkout, making sure your diving holiday runs smoothly from start to finish.

The Kitchen Team

The Kitchen Team

Restaurant & Bar

The ladies of the kitchen turn out memorable meals and snacks, from daily specials to fresh-baked bread and proper coffee.

Boat & Dive Crew

Boat & Dive Crew

On the Water

Our boat and dive crew run Mellydee23 and Rachelmae, keep the gear ready, and get you to the right site at the right time, every day.

Ron Parkes
In memory

Ron Parkes (1947 - 2014)

Resort co-founder, remembered with thanks.

Come dive with us

Tell us your dates and what you want to see. We will help you plan dives, rooms, and transfers.