11-Year-Old Philippines Influencer Dives Apo Island, Negros

A few weeks ago, Colt was invited by ‪@CritterHunter‬ to do a wildlife collab in Dauin, so he and I left the girls in BGC and flew to the island of Negros to meet our hosts for 2 days of SCUBA training and adventure. You can see the full underwater experience on Colt’s KZbin channel ‪@ColtInTheWild‬ but in this episode, you’re getting a behind-the-scenes look at everything that went into it.
You can watch Colt's episode on his channel, Colt In The Wild, here: • 11-Year-Old 🇺🇸 Boy Lea...
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[@CritterHunter]

You guys are legends, thanks for hanging out with us. Myself and judia and lewi are waiting for your return!

[@livethephilippines]

We can’t wait for the whole family to come down. You, Judia and Lewi were the most amazing hosts! 🙏🙏🙏

[@AmazinglyAstounding]

@@livethephilippines thanks for sharing your Dauin diving trip! My wife and I met Justin & Judia and she tried out diving there at Critter Hunter too--and loved it! (I'm too aquaphobic still to dare dive.) Colt, you're a natural! I hope to see lots of future dives on this channel and on your own!

[@CritterHunter]

@@livethephilippines well maybe not Lewi, he eats a lot

[@followthatstargirl824]

Have fun, Colt! This is only the beginning. Enjoy the journey! 💜

[@livethephilippines]

🤩 he has many adventures ahead of him!

[@MaryLeguera]

Phil's assertion about Apo Island's exceptional beauty and significance as a marine sanctuary is spot-on. Colt's inaugural scuba diving escapade in one of the world's premier diving destinations must have been truly remarkable! Looking forward to watch in on Colt in the Wild too! 🤿🐢🪸

[@livethephilippines]

Woo hoo! Thank you 🤗

[@mimisy9743]

Oohh colt is in the big league now! Dauin is where Finn made his marine wildlife shots for a book sold in amazon. So happy that critter invited u to explore. 👏👍❤❤ now imma go to colts channel 😄

[@robadventure8007]

Oh wow! The gecko hunter is on his way to fly by his own...his goin to be famous in his own way! Wow..his fast learner..kudos to instructor..his good too👍🇵🇭🇧🇭 I believed the instructor is the partner of Finn Snow...hi's famous diver and content creator.

[@livethephilippines]

We think so too 💯🤗

[@elpidioreal9917]

Only the most virgin Pacific Ocean 🌊 water 💦 that enters the Philippines and exits to various Asian countries due to the rotation of the earth 🌎. Love the Philippine beaches!

[@livethephilippines]

❤️🇵🇭🤗🤗🤗

[@planning-A1945]

Thumbs up 😁😍 nice learning diving school

[@livethephilippines]

It was the perfect first experience 🤩

[@rjfundales-santos1532]

What an episode Phil! That must be your best ‘very-Philippines’ type of adventure. I used to dive in Anilao, 2 hours away from Manila and it’s one of the most colourful and richest underwater marine life in the country. Regards from london

[@livethephilippines]

Sounds incredible 🤩

[@OHANA-Beach-Suites]

Super love this episode of Father & Son bonding, especially with the amazing Justin & Judia, as I’ve been following them for a long time and I’m very proud of them! Colt is brave and did an amazing job diving! Happy for you both to experience the Philippines in this way! Also just like you Phil we have a 6 lbs Yorkie named Gizmo we love little doggies! Lewi is super cute too! Philippines is truly a paradise in every way! 🤙

[@livethephilippines]

Gizmo sounds adorable! 😊 This was an amazing experience for Colt. We’re so grateful for Justin and Judia.

[@christiandavecruz5955]

looking forward to Colt's video about his Dive :) I'm so excited!

[@Lost-Then-Found]

WOW! I admire Colt’s strong sense of adventure and I’m impressed with his level of confidence at such a young age. Truly inspirational. 👌

[@livethephilippines]

We love that about him too!

[@lorrainegaye]

That's my hometown, Dauin!! Impressive Colt for a first-timer. I'm too afraid to try scuba diving so thanks for these footages.💯👍

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! You have a beautiful home town 🤩

[@robcaya3716]

Colt is the next gen of Finn Snow. Almost like watching a younger Finn with Justin. They both have that natural auras when it comes to nature, hope he gets to colab with Finn, even Kulas of Becoming Filipino, someday.

[@livethephilippines]

We know he has a bright future ahead of him!

[@rlnkrutsch28525]

You are Brave Colt. I'm proud of you for not panicking. What a great teacher.

[@livethephilippines]

He’s so cool under pressure. He’s a natural 🤩

[@DaveDarwinBayani]

Good job colt, super excited to see your nature adventures soon.

[@livethephilippines]

He had the time of his life! 🤩

[@apol_16]

Wow! Colt had fun on his first dive! This can be a core memory for him…. The footage is so awesome! On to Colt’s channel now…😊

[@livethephilippines]

Definitely a core memory. What an amazing first experience with SCUBA

[@manuelmelenciodegarriz669]

What a fabulous vlog! Really enjoyed and impressed with your adventure! Great! 👍

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you for watching! 🤗

[@justinejayceballos3277]

Please don't stop making videos!!!! I so love your family. Love from the Philippines

[@francesmcdonald8145]

He is so cute trying to to advertise he’s channel , I will subscribe my friend and have fun in Negros Domaguite island 🏝️

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you so much for supporting him 🙏

[@bernadetteoneill7014]

You go, Colt! Star in the making . Amazing dive, Colt. 🎉👏👏

[@livethephilippines]

We're so proud of him!

[@HaruRanchi]

That looks fun hope you guys had a good time! I miss going back to the Philippines.

[@livethephilippines]

It was an amazing trip for them!

[@sabugdalantx]

Best wishes young man, hopefully one day you will be CEO like your amazing Dad

[@livethephilippines]

He has such a bright future!

[@toddl1226]

Phil and Colt, it was such a pleasure hanging out with you while we were there. Colt you have a lot of natural ability under water. I know you are going to love your future of Critter hunting below the waves. Danielle and I just left Critter Republic and we had such a good time that we are now in the process of rearranging some of our travel plans so we can return before we head home to the states. @CritterHunter thanks for everything. You made everything so easy and stress free. BTW, Danielle says to tell Noel that she wants to start diving at 6:00 am every day when we return. :)

[@livethephilippines]

Todd, it was so great to spend time with you and Danielle! Colt and I are envious of the extra time you got to spend down there 🙂 We’re heading to Coron this morning, so lots of snorkeling in the coming days, but no scuba unfortunately. Hope you make it back to CR before heading home! Safe travels…

[@surreycase]

Very cool! Critter Republic is a great place to learn to dive and more. Just left there as well. Thank you Justin and Judia and team. Excited to see more of your diving adventures Colt!

[@livethephilippines]

They are the best!

[@runine114]

oh yeahhhhh Welcome to our tiny Island 😊♥️

[@livethephilippines]

We'll be back in a couple of months! ❤️

[@cornflakes1275]

the boys are out!! :D great episode

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! They had a blast 🤩

[@djm5936]

Very Good for pronouncing Dumaguete correctly. 😂 I for a second thought that expected for a Dumaguete sound like Spaghetti. But 101% on point Man!

[@livethephilippines]

Phil is always great with pronunciations :)

[@chaddychaddy7237]

Wow Colt, this is Awesome buddy!!! Next level mode..you're sooo epic!!!

[@livethephilippines]

Amazing first SCUBA experience 🤩

[@nelitatrahan7001]

Thanks for posting. YOUR VIEWERS got to sewe what we they missed on their neck of the woods😂😊

[@chyeahpet]

Hello from sunny Hilton Head Island, South Carolina USA. Awesome video guys !! I'm here now actually to let you know, I went directly to Colts channel to watch his diving video after watching the Philippines however,I couldn't find anything but the 4 videos, 3 shorts,and 2 playlists which I have already viewed. Just thought that I should mention it. Thanks gang, ~ Dave

[@airingonzales7948]

I recently subscribed to you, good luck and have fun Col

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! Welcome to our channel 🤗

[@RDLACHICA]

What a first dive! Congrats, colt !

[@livethephilippines]

So amazing that he had this opportunity :)

[@user-ix1ti3vd9f]

Hi Colt, i am happy for you! You seem to look so confident with your gear and scuba diving outfit! And as a vlog beginner, you seem so confident and sure of what you say and want to be! Wishing you all the best Colt!

[@livethephilippines]

We are so proud of him. He never hesitates to learn something new 😊

[@cathysiesser3210]

the mommy in me is so proud & happy for colt. great job colt ❤

[@livethephilippines]

We’re so proud of him! 🤩🤗❤️

[@creepybeigh480]

Awesome awesome!! More like this!

[@livethephilippines]

Yay! So happy you like it :)

[@simpleprudentideas6511]

Good job, Colt! 👏🏻

[@livethephilippines]

🤩🤩🤩 thanks!

[@jasonreyarana4034]

I like Justin's approach as instructor.

[@ruthvillalva1786]

Congratulations Colt, you are awesome 👏👏👏👏👏

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you!! We’re proud parents 🤗

[@danishpinoyfamily]

Wow your such an adorable and brave Colt😍Enjoy the Pinas life

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you 🤗

[@jamesyu613]

Wow that looks so awesome, good job colt, have a good adventure guys

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks 👍 It was the time of his life!

[@jamesyu613]

@@livethephilippines yw

[@honusblanco1259]

Oh man! You did your scuba intro with THE LEGEND! Justin!

[@travelingkakabsat]

One of my favorite episodes! Can’t wait to watch on Colt’s channel

[@livethephilippines]

We’re hoping to get it done soon. Hopefully tomorrow

[@badmatz8968]

Dauin is a really nice dive spot

[@livethephilippines]

Yes, the boys loved it!

[@yiensy1861]

Wow! This is amazing experience!

[@livethephilippines]

💯 Colt had a blast!

[@edzeljereza8234]

Maybe next Colt could go on Finn Snow's yacht, Gypsy for an ocean adventure! 😉

[@roycd6950]

Hi Colt!, get certified. You are a natural diver. Welcome to the underworld.... OSDC

[@gurlrockz31]

Colt is sooo brave! Good job!

[@TheSanchezOfficial]

Hello from California! Nice father and son bonding! Excellent scuba diving lessons in the Philippines. Good job guys 👍

[@jestropi]

Dumaguete is really a great place… I hope you visit Manjuyod too when you get back

[@CebuANA_USA]

Way to go Colt! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@livethephilippines]

So proud of him!

[@LarzieKircher]

Very happy for you , good looking young man, congratulations, your mom and dad is very proud of you , thank you for your beautiful vlog, “GOD” bless you always

[@imeldageneroso8369]

So proud of you Colt. I wish I am brave enough to do that.🎉

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you :) He is an amazing kid

[@bynjoe2000]

Great stuff! I hope one day i can pass by and learn how to do scuba.

[@livethephilippines]

If you do, we highly recommend using Justin with Critter Republic.

[@Nairb87]

You guys are cool! Dumaguete/Negros has a lot to offer when it comes to tourist spot. Siquijor is an hour to travel and Apo Island is a gem for diving. Enjoy Colt! 😊

[@nelitatrahan7001]

CONGRATS!!❤❤😊😊

[@merryjoy5188]

That is awesome colt 😍👍👍❤️

[@livethephilippines]

❤❤❤❤

[@creepybeigh480]

So proud of Colt!!!

[@livethephilippines]

We're proud of him too :)

[@pilipinasmoveforward3502]

Amazing adventure Colt!

[@lipskie7202]

So proud of you colt!

[@livethephilippines]

We're proud of him too :)

[@Evejalladin]

Love this family ❤ Enjoy your stay n our beautiful and beloved country the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you! 😃 🤗🤗

[@SasssyyySausage]

The next time y'all are in Dumaguete you should try Mang Caloy's fried rice!! Truly the best!! The crab is my fave

[@travelingkakabsat]

AMAAAAZING

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you!! 😊

[@joycepena577]

Colt is such an awesome kid. Yeah, snorkeling & scuba diving is addictive😅

[@livethephilippines]

100! He has the SCUBA bug now

[@btsenhypen2428]

I'm so proud of colt!!!!

[@livethephilippines]

We are too 🤩

[@MeF2023]

That huge but very cute turtle is sick!!! Love it!!!

[@livethephilippines]

Amazing 🤩

[@jazonerdz1]

Colt is such a trooper! Love this kid, looking forward to more adventures.. Will subscribe to his channel 👍

[@livethephilippines]

He’s amazing! Thank you for supporting him 🤗

[@cecillarin5896]

wow this is such cool video!

[@toriahmyworld]

Colt is so brave....cool! 👍👍

[@livethephilippines]

💯🤩🤩🤩

[@bunnyrufino4731]

I eagerly went to your channel, Colt, excited for more footage of this trip! But alas....it hasnt been posted. 😅 #excitedmuch

[@livethephilippines]

We are working on that one. It’ll be the next thing we release! 🤩👍🏻

[@bunnyrufino4731]

@@livethephilippines yipeeee 🤸🏻

[@daphbacus9256]

me too, I went to the Colt's channel to check it out too...guess I'll wait for it😅

[@pammandy]

Brave young boy! 🙌🏼

[@livethephilippines]

Yes he is :)

[@maryninhonda2107]

Congratulations guaping colt you did scuba diving at early age I’m always following your family vlog & starting today I will follow you too guapo enjoy more

[@aidaadvincula7280]

Very proud of Colt your so brave

[@livethephilippines]

He is the bravest kid we know :)

[@Yeahitsme20]

Wow great!!!!!

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks!

[@user-lo8ef7xb3m]

Maybe next time u can visit tubbataha reef too!

[@livethephilippines]

Yes, that would be wonderful

[@elmigascon]

❤colt!😊

[@Koya_Sipanlog_Express]

Got my first intro dive there in Apo island :) Great experience for Colt and looking forward to his Colt in the Wild episode :)

[@livethephilippines]

Awesome! That's the perfect place for a first dive :)

[@Koya_Sipanlog_Express]

@@livethephilippines it is! right there on your first dive site.

[@papotmejica8914]

Love it.. ❤❤❤

[@livethephilippines]

🤗🤗🤗

[@enadee2264]

I really love the adventurous spirit of Colt 🥰✨ love,from the City of Love Iloilo ❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! 😊 we’re proud parents.

[@passerby2487]

What awesome father-son bonding time! So some mom-daughter time coming? :D Cheers! Colt is a quick learner! You had a very good trainer. And that welcome snack was on point. :)

[@mariorobles5725]

Great Dive experience Colt.

[@livethephilippines]

His favorite experience yet :)

[@TitoGrey]

Colt just here watching your journey always

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks for supporting him!

[@travelingkakabsat]

I love Colt’s genuine enthusiasm!

[@livethephilippines]

🤗🤗 we love that about him too

[@sallyrasar7386]

What a fun adventure father and son.❤🇵🇭🇺🇸

[@livethephilippines]

It was a great trip for both of them :)

[@ariesgemv]

Next stop for Colt, Ant Canada with Mikey Bustos

[@beatrizencilay6914]

Wow ! that's very gud Bravo Colt enjoy it

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks a lot 🤗

[@winter4618]

Wow! Great job Colt.

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! 🤗

[@teresitamiranda1194]

Go Colt you're doing a great job!!. You inspired me to take diving lesion i do love the ocean..!! You all be safe!! Watching from LA. CA.⭐🌟🙏🙏🙏.

[@jiggyjr80]

colt is the star of the family

[@livethephilippines]

Couldn’t agree more ❤️

[@honusblanco1259]

Apo was where I took my advanced diving certificate. I used to dive there almost every month - back in the late ‘90s. Not to be confused with the Apo reef in Mindoro, which is equally stunning.

[@fhordslayer]

i already subscribed at colt in the wild 🥰🥰 its awesomeeee

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you for supporting him!

[@venza907]

Colt is awesome!

[@livethephilippines]

100! we think so too!

[@joshv6006]

Very proud of colt for doing that his age I was 15 when I did my scuba dived in curaçao Colombia Aruba Hawaii Canary Islands proud of him it’s def not a easy feat and I’m old my lungs bad now n muscles

[@livethephilippines]

We are so proud of him too. Both he and Brooklyn want to go back and get fully SCUBA certified

[@joshv6006]

@@livethephilippines it’s really hard to be subs certified especially in Caribbean I got certified in Aruba and rly Hard. Proud of them young uns I have asthma now so can’t do anything without being scared proud of colt I know he loves it

[@janetceniza8091]

#3 very nice for Colt - this is as close to underwater swimming as i ever want to get, even if I was younger, I am just not a water guy.

[@livethephilippines]

That’s ok. You can just enjoy the videos 😊

[@honusblanco1259]

Colt is a natural! Kudos to Justin for keeping the weight off.

[@livethephilippines]

Thanks! 😊 we’re proud of him

[@renze1122]

yeah Apo Island!!! 💯☺️💪🏻🤿🐢

[@livethephilippines]

🤩🤩🤗🤗🤗

[@Jan-bv3hx]

Fun!

[@livethephilippines]

100! so fun!

[@frankiefernandez9225]

👏👏👏 Colt 👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽 Awesome

[@angeljean888]

Try exploring Batanes Island, am sure you' ll gonna love it❤

[@ericgamboa-xf6hy]

Congratulations for your Pusong Pinoy award❤

[@livethephilippines]

Thank you 🤗 we were grateful to be finalists 🫶

[@arniehere]

Cool.❤

[@livethephilippines]

🤗🤩