Evolution is a fantastic example of how a dive shop should be run. Set in the most beautiful location on Malapascua Island in the Phillipines, every day and dive spent with Evolution is one you will never forget. The main draw to Malapascua is the chance to dive with the elusive Pelagic Thresher shark, and Evolution provide the best experience every morning to see these animals, but this is by no means all that Evolution offers. The owner and operaters, Matt Reed and David Joyce, are two of the most talented and passionate dive instructors I have ever had the pleasure to dive with. Not only do they dive with thier customers, a rarity on the island, they are always available to share stories and offer advice from thier vast diving knowledge.
Whilst I was there I spent a great deal of time diving with my camera, trying to capture the unique macro life the island has to offer. As an amatuer, my shots were always average until David, a keen underwater photographer with an incredible photo album, gave me simple advice to improve my picture quality and was always happy to help me and improve my technique. Also, whilst I was there I did my Advanced Nitrox and Deco Procedures course with Matt. Evolution is alone on Malapascua in its provision of tech diving, and having one of the worlds best instructor-trainers in house is a great opportunity for divers. As a dive instructor myself, I thought my skills were good, but Matt is in another league. He made complicated things easy to handle and made my courses a great laugh.
The shop also has The Craic House, Malapascua's only Irish bar! Many an evening was spent there, enjoying the great music, cold, cold beer and the incredable food.
There is nothing quite like being there watching the sunset and chilling out with the guys.
I would, and do, totally recommend Evolution to everyone who wants the best diving and the best atmosphere, with all else in between.

I've dived with Evolution a few times now and highly recommend the operation to beginner and expert divers alike. All the staff are very friendly and helpful and give Evolution a homely feel. Equipment is new and in good order, staff are punctual, and schedules run on time. But for me, the outstanding quality of Evolution is the right blend of professionalism and enjoyment. The owners, Matt and David, are also the primary instructors at Evolution, and both make the dives very enjoyable and relaxed, but also won't hesitate to gently point out sloppy practice or offer you honest and constructive criticism where it's due after the dive back on land. This means I'd particularly recommend Evolution to anyone looking to do a course of whatever level because Matt and David actually *instruct* their students unlike too many "instructors" who more or less simply dive with their students. And if you want tech - go to Evolution - you won't regret it!

An excellent and super professional dive centre with the friendliest instructors on the island. Up to the minute safety equipment and all the gases etc that the technical diver could want. The thresher sharks were illusive for us, but the diving was still superb and the company and Craic house wonderful!

Quite frankly an unforgettably experience with tremendous atmosphere at Evolution Diving. They have a great boat, well maintained gear in great condition and instructors Dave and Matt from Ireland and England respectively are second to none, I arrived a snorkeler and encouraged by the fun of it all I continued and left with my advanced open water with a bellyful of fond memories. High points were the thresher sharks and the translucent soft coral that I saw during my advanced class dives. A very close second is the Evolution food menu that hit the spot après-dive with the menu changing daily adding to the homely feel provided by the gang there. A great experience!