World Famous Manta Bowl, Scuba Diving in Ticao Masbate, Philippines!!!
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- čas přidán 10. 02. 2023
- Today, as we further explore Donsol, Phillipines Sam and Dad go Scuba Diving at Manta Bowl. The day starts in a tiny tricycle that can barely fit us. When we get to the dive shop our scuba instructors show us what the day will look like through a beautiful hand drawn diagram. We met the others that we’re going on our tour with us after learning about the dive.
Once we finish the briefing we make our way to the boat, where we have to walk through the water to get to it. When we get on the boat they take us to San Miguel island where we do our first dive. After getting suited up we do a backward entry into the water. Once everyone was accounted for our group descended. We went down slowly, equalizing our ears when necessary. When we made it to the bottom we swam slowly along the bottom. There was many cool things to see, such as vibrant sea slugs, colorful fish, and majestic coral.
As we continued we went along an underwater cliff covered in life. There was an overhang we made it to where we were able to see many amazing things. Near the entrance was a huge coral fan that was beautiful. Other things we saw in that area was a sea horse, stonefish, lion fish, a huge sea slug, and many other cool corals and fish. Our dive was cut short though because dad was running low on air. On our way up we did a safety stop and were able to see a super cool sea snake and some more cool fish and corals. Our guide launched bubble rings at us which were mesmerizing and super cool.
After surfacing we drove to our next dive spot which was the Manta Bowl. Our boat went way out into the middle of the ocean where there was a shoal that was the Manta Bowl. So we got suited up and dropped in. There was a somewhat strong current that pulled us from the starting point to the bowl. As we descended we drifted then stayed low on the bottom to avoid the full force of the current.
After swimming along to our target point we used metal hooks attached to a rope to hook ourselves to rocks so we didn’t need to swim. We waited there for a bit then our guide checked dads air and it was almost gone after only a few minutes. So we headed back up and dad even used our guides alternate air source because of how low he was. We did a safety stop then surfaced after only 20 minutes of bottom time. Our guide gave dad some tips on how to use less air, like taking a breath then breathing out for twice as long. The others were under for another 10-15 minutes at least.
Once everyone was on board we ate some lunch and circled around for an hour because we have to wait at least an hour between dives. Then we went down again, and this time were able to be there much longer. There were a few fish here and there and several sea urchins lining the bottom, but other than that not much. After hooking in we waited for the manta rays and after waiting a few minutes in one spot we tried another, and still no manta rays. We waited, hoping to see the rays but none showed themself. Just before ascending there was a school of tuna swimming near us which was really cool. As we ascended we hoped to see a ray but none came. So we sadly got on the boat and headed back to Donsol and explained that we hadn’t seen them to mom, which finished our day.
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The father is in love with the seahorse 🤣. Some goals are materialized
1. Family bonding
2. Enjoy life, less stress
3. Scuba diving certification and renewal for the parents
4. Able to spend the savings wisely
5. Able to help other's economy and boost tourism
6. Etc. Name it
No wonder to the following months the eldest son having his own YT channel,,God bless this family
Luke Damant started young
Try to watch Finnsnow their diving at Tubbataha Philippines , amazing experience. Sharks, turtle, manta rays many colorful fishes.
Finally Sam get into the deep blue sea 😍😍😍😍❤❤❤
This DAD is awesome and the eldest guy would soon be a CHAMPION as his t-shirt says, may he be so in the field he is interested much. Mommy too is a wonderful MOM, taking care of thew little kids, and supporting Dad and family... Producing handsome boys and pretty girl.
An awsome family 👪 enjoy watching your journey here in the Philippines Sam become a professional divers someday great job always stay safe.
I love how the boys and dad having fun. They will treasure the experience for the rest of their life for sure. Have fun at the same time be safe guys
Thank you for all of your great comments and support!
Thank you to explore our island enjoy scuba diving
Its still inspiring seeing Dad and son excited for advanced diving , and both are always close under the sea , protective Dad.
And the thing is , Dad is very much open minded for not having seen mantra rays / whale sharks as what nature gives. 😎😍😎
OMG 😳 YOU GUYS WENT TO TICAO ISLAND 🏝 WOW ITS TOO FAR ENJOY GUYS 👍👍👍✌️🙌👌💕🇺🇸
The Fam hitting all the great spots in the Island🏝️ KUDOS 🎉💪🏼✌️
My home ❤❤❤
Donsol used to be the Whale Sharks and manterey haven. It became famous because of that. You'll see them one day in one of your dives. You can go to CEBU and experience Whale Sharks and sardines run in MOALBOAL, CEBU.
By the way Sam don't come too close to the camera. The ladies are dying! . Sam and Ben will rake subscribers if they so decide to create their CZcams Channel.
You guys are awesome 👏🏻 ❤
I'm always watching your vlog😊 enjoy your traveling guy's.
🇵🇭💖Too bad you didnt see the Manta Rays. It's only random that they appear. I remember going to Balisacan island in Bohol to watch dolphins but we found none, however we saw a GIANT Manta Ray almost as big as two persons jump high out of the water twice! The experience was both exhilirating and scary! Whale sharks and large group of sardines can be found in Moalboal and Oslob, Cebu, with so many beautiful waterfalls to see too! 🤟👍
i see good pareting in you the kids well mannered your a wonderful family have fun be safe
The sea surrounding Ticao Islands is one of the best I've ever visited!! Glad that you explored it yourself. Halea sanctuary there is so beautiful!! The father and son diving bonding is amazing.
I forgot what they're called and where exactly they are in the Philippines, but I read about a community of nomadic people who live in these fishing villages on the water itself. It's said that because they're descended from a long line of fisherfolk, their lung capacity has developed to the point that they stay underwater much much longer than the average person! They can dive really deep and WITHOUT scuba gear. It was a fascinating!
Fascinating
Badjau
I love the end part of this video! The toilet flush when one of the boys was waiting for it. Just so hilarious !
Im also excited to watch your scuba diving guys feel like im under the water by just watching your underwater blog so amazing.thanks for sharing your scuba travel.take care backman family.😍👍🙏
Hi your new Filipino subscriber. Love the Ocean!
Handsome son ❤
Yeeeeboooy I love scuba💖💖💖🏝️🏝️🏝️👍👍👍
I felt so bad watching both of you all curled up inside the tricycle! That thing is made w/ the Asian shortness in mind :)
We swam with mantas in Hawaii. It is an exhilarating experience. Hope you get to see them on your journey.
Nice seeing you enjoy the waters of the Philippines. You can visit Oslob Cebu for the whale sharks and School of Sardines in some islands
God bless you guys❤
Watching from Canada never miss your vlog
I love watching people like diving , because I don't know how to swim and divi..
I wish you could also experience a dive wherein you can swim with the Tresher Sharks in Cebu. They are magnificent animals. Very awesome to be seen in the wild. Hoping Sam can experience that 😊
Caramoan cam sur island 🏝️ CARAMOAN bicol ❣️ super beautiful don SA Amin in my provence
Wow seahorse ❤
Next time ask Finn Snow. Him and his group of divers know a lot of places for you to check out. He and his friend has even published a book with high res photos of some rare sea creatures.
Maybe take Jake at Finn Snow (and friends) diving centre for his scuba certificate. 🙂 Finn Snow and his friends supports the locals as well.
I love you guys, thanks for entaining us!!
I love this family!
Your diving journey will not be complete without going to Apo island in Dauin ,dumaguete and meet FinnSnow !
Most vloggers if they want to swim with whale sharks they go to Oslob in Cebu. It should be seasonal but it seems they always see at least one. Children are brought along. They just stay on the boat but they can still see those huge whale sharks.
go to Tubattaha reef im sure u will see manta ray there..
Sam is really adorable to watch
Love your family travels guys so amazing 👏 ❤️ keep safe and God bless your family 🙏🙌🫶
Go Sam & Dr B. Sorry you didn’t see the manta rays & whale sharks today. That day will come! It’s still so beautiful watching you & the other divers go deep in the ocean. The school of Tunas to me is the highlight of this underwater diving adventure. We look forward to seeing more of your amazing videos. ❤💕♥️💕🇵🇭
im so excited the next episode.. l think sam and jojo look alike sibling.. please can you shout out Me espicially jojo and sam i like them .. pleaseplease... thank you Backman Family enjoy our Beatiful Country stay safe .. From Poland
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Nice
Please collaborate with Critter Hunter, such a nice guy too
I ❤️ Sam
Lol come to my town too. Monreal is in Ticao Island and it's a neighbor of the town that you are staying right now. Halea Nature Park is one of our famous place
San Miguel island and Burubangkaso are great too
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My goosshhh❤
John 3:16.
The school of manta rays can see in Bohol,and Batangas
Sam pogi ❤
Go go Sam
SAM IS SUPER GOOD-LOOKING KID
are you not going to Oslob Cebu to swim with the whale sharks?
Try moalboal and oslob
FIRST💛💛
Congratulations
Mornin guys
Guys please notice me I think I inlove with you guys.
Visit Cebu❤
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Try to visit Oslob in Cebu, to encounter lots of whale sharks.
I say NO. the whales in Oslob are not in their natural habitat. They are being kept there by the Oslob tourism by continually feeding them. Oslob whales are practically in captivity.
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Sounds like a plan
Try Oslob, Cebu to swim with Whale Sharks..
Sounds like a plan
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like father so HanSome
Hi
Hello
Seahorse!
What grade your older son
Grades 1 po...
@@wahoowahoo2341 puta haha nice joke cool
He’s 17 years old so 12th grade US
@@Princeofgryphondell oh he is same age to my friend from USA haha but he just turn 17
Bakit nyo po natanong😁
does the father do voiceover work for Shaggy/Scooby-Doo? 🤷🤔