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Philippines Paradise Islands

Live the beach life on the most beautiful islands on Earth!

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Duration:

10-17 days

Age Range:

Avg 18-35

Group Size:

Max 22

Trip Highlights

  • Swim with a vast shoal of fish on the famous Moalboal sardine run
  • Get your adrenaline pumping with a high-octane canyoneering experience at Kawasan Falls
  • Snorkel over shipwrecks teeming with life on Coron
  • Enjoy an overnight castaway experience on the untouched tropical island of Daracotan
  • Experience the ‘Real Philippines’ in sleepy Port Barton

Trip Overview

Eat, sleep, beach, repeat. That’s how we roll on this incredible group trip to heaven on Earth (AKA the Philippines). With all the most idyllic tropical locations it’s the barefoot beach experience of your dreams. Swim under turquoise waterfalls, watch the sun go down over the ocean every night with a cocktail in hand, snorkel with sea turtles, fly through the air on a beach-to-beach zipline, learn how to make traditional Filipino food with a cooking class, get to know some locals with a shared lunch and party under the stars in beautiful Boracay. The Philippines is calling!

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  • 16 nights’ accommodation
  • 14 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 1 dinner
  • Local tour guide
  • All on-trip transport including 3 internal flights
  • Island Hopping in Port Barton
  • Snorkelling 
  • Canopy walks (17-day only)
  • Lagoon visit in El Nido
  • Zip-lining
  • 1-night Isla Experience
  • Snorkel at a shipwreck
  • Island Hopping in Coron
  • Moalboal sardine run (17-day only)
  • Moalboal boat trip (17-day only)
  • Kawasan waterfalls (17-day only)
  • Paraw sailing (17-day only)
  • Boat party (17-day only)
  • 24/7 emergency support

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Welcome to the Philippines! Meet your guide and new travel family later today before heading out for a group dinner and a night out in Makati.

Take the short flight to Palawan, AKA Paradise on Earth. Our destination is the sleepy fishing town of Port Barton. Enjoy an authentic Filippino lunch with some lovely locals before watching the sun go down over the sparkling ocean with a cocktail in hand.

Hop on a longtail boat for an island-hopping adventure in paradise. We're talking turquoise waters, vibrantly coloured reefs, and turtles! Stop for lunch in a small fishing village, where you'll have a few hours to relax on the beach before sailing back to Port Barton.

Today's destination is El Nido. All crystal-clear lagoons, sugar-white beaches, soaring limestone cliffs and pristine coral reefs it's one of the best beach destinations on Earth. Check out the town before another night out with your travel buddies.

Another day, another set of paradise islands! Hop on our traditional banca boats for a day of jumping into the sparkling water, kayaking around untouched bays, and snorkelling over thriving coral reefs, with a local lunch along the way.

Today starts with an exhilarating zip-line experience. Whizz through the air from beach to beach, then spend the afternoon at Nacpan Beach, one of the best in the Philippines.

Head to Daracotan Island for an incredible, overnight castaway experience. Sail to some local shipwrecks for an unforgettable snorkelling experience. Then pay a visit to a local village and take part in a cooking class before drinks round the fire.

Soak up a few hours on Daracotan before we hop on the ferry to Coron, known for its limestone landscapes, stunning beaches, freshwater lakes, and shallow-water coral reefs.

Shake off the night before with a boat trip around Coron's pristine islands. Stretch out on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, cruise across glistening lagoons, and soak up the sun on deck. Sail back to Coron as the sky turns every colour of the rainbow overhead.

What a trip! If you want to spend another week with us, check out the 17-day option. You can depart at any time today.

Welcome to the Philippines! Meet your guide and new travel family later today before heading out for a group dinner and a night out in Makati.

Take the short flight to Palawan, AKA Paradise on Earth. Our destination is the sleepy fishing town of Port Barton. Enjoy an authentic Filippino lunch with some lovely locals before watching the sun go down over the sparkling ocean with a cocktail in hand.

Hop on a longtail boat for an island-hopping adventure in paradise. We're talking turquoise waters, vibrantly coloured reefs, and turtles! Stop for lunch in a small fishing village, where you'll have a few hours to chillax on the beach before sailing back to Port Barton.

Today's destination is El Nido. All crystal-clear lagoons, sugar-white beaches, soaring limestone cliffs and pristine coral reefs it's one of the best beach destinations on Earth. Check out the town before another night out with your travel buddies.

Another day, another set of paradise islands! Hop on our traditional banca boats for a day of jumping into the sparkling water, kayaking around untouched bays, and snorkelling over thriving coral reefs, with a local lunch along the way.

Today starts with an exhilarating zip-line experience. Whizz through the air from beach to beach, then spend the afternoon at Nacpan Beach, one of the best in the Philippines.

Head to Daracotan Island for an incredible, overnight castaway experience. Sail to some local shipwrecks for an unforgettable snorkelling experience. Then pay a visit to a local village and take part in a cooking class before drinks round the fire.

Soak up a few hours on Daracotan before we hop on the ferry to Coron, known for its limestone landscapes, stunning beaches, freshwater lakes, and shallow-water coral reefs. Tonight, we're going out, out so put on your best island life glad rags!

Shake off the night before with a boat trip around Coron's pristine islands. Stretch out on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, cruise across glistening lagoons, and soak up the sun on deck. Sail back to Coron as the sky turns every colour of the rainbow overhead.

We're jetting off to our next destination on a short flight today - Cebu, the capital and largest city in the Philippines. Kick back in the hotel, upload some pics from the last few days and hang with your travel buddies. This evening, we'll see what Cebu's nightlife is about.

We're headed to the tiny coastal resort town of Moalboal today. But first we'll enjoy a lechon style lunch with the locals and visit the spectacular Simala Church (think Disney castle vibes!).

Who's up for more island hopping? With rainbow reefs and everybody's favourite marine animal (we're talking turtles), it's the snorkelling location of your dreams. Tick off that bucket list as we hit the famous Moalboal sardine run.

Never been canyoneering? Picture beautiful blue waterfalls set in the most stunning setting. Then imagine throwing yourself off them! If you're not down with white knuckling it over the falls, no problem. Just float down the river or bask on the rocks in the sun.

We've got another short flight today to Caticlan on Panay Island, before a 15-minute boat ride to beautiful Boracay. Famed for its pristine white beaches, thrilling water activities, and great nightlife, Boracay is next level. Cocktails anybody?

Catch up on some zzzzs this morning or head to the beach. This afternoon we're going paraw sailing! Cruise across the calm, warm waters, taking in your exquisite surroundings. As the sun goes down, get together with the gang for dinner and a few beers.

It's our final full day together, so let's go out in style.. with a boat party! Swim, snorkel, kayak, or just float and soak it all in with your mates one last time. As the sun sets, we'll head out for a farewell dinner and cocktails to celebrate the memories and friendships made along the way.

All good things must come to an end and we're packing our bags and checking out before heading back to the airport. Your guide can help get you back to Caticlan. Better get planning the next trip on the way!

Please note activities and itineraries are subject to change.

Accommodation

16 or 9 nights’ accommodation are included on this trip. You’ll be staying in twin-share rooms in hotels
and beach bungalows

Manila: Centrally located accommodation with air-conditioned rooms with views of the city
and a rooftop bar, close to malls, the Salcedo Saturday Market and loads of restaurants and
bars.

Port Barton: Sustainable cottages on the beachfront with a balcony with amazing views of
the sea and a great restaurant specialising in local food and cocktails.

El Nido: Gorgeous hotel very close to the beach. And a relaxed communal terrace.

Coron: Hotel based near to lots of nice restaurants and dive shops with air conditioning and
amazing sunset views.

Cebu: Centrally located hotel close to Mactan Airport with loads of restaurants nearby, and
air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms.

Moalboal: 3-star hotel in Moalboal with bar, restaurant, outdoor swimming pool and garden,
close to Panagsama Beach, and with a private beach of its very own!

Boracay: 4-star sustainable resort just 0.5km from Boracay's famous White Beach, with
rooms with TV and private bathrooms, two pools and an on-site bar.

Meals

14 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 1 dinner are included on the 17-day trip. 8 Breakfasts, 4 lunches and 1 dinner is included on the 10-day trip.

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Arrival Information:

Fly into Manila Airport (MNL) on day 1 of your trip. There is no airport transfer included, but one can be arranged. Please speak with a travel advisor for more information. 

The local team will be in touch with you via email around 7 days prior to your start date with some pre departure information and your starting accommodation address.

The trip ends on day 17 in Boracay. The nearest airport is the Godofredo P. Ramos Airport in Caticlan
(MPH), which is a 45-minute boat ride away and caters to flights to and from Manila and
Cebu. You’ll need to make your way to the airport, but your tour guide can help arrange
transfers.

The first boat departs at 6 am. If you're leaving on the last day of your trip, please refrain from booking a flight until after 9 am.

Age & Eligibility:

You’ll need to be a minimum of 18 years old to participate in this trip.

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Customer Reviews

Customer Reviews

Lucy

I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see all the best bits of Philippines. We visited some absolutely stunning places and swam in some of the bluest water you will ever see! The...

Ellie

I've just finished the trip and can't even begin to explain what an amazing time I had! We had an amazing tour leader from start to finish and couldn't have wished for anyone better! He was always...

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