Pure Philippines
The Philippines' finest: beaches, bars, and secret island hopping!
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Group Size: Avg 10 -20
Trip code: INPH
Duration: 17 days
Make your island-hopping fantasy a reality with this phenomenal trip around the Philippines. Your journey starts and finishes in Manila, but in 17 days you’ll go beyond the bucket list and bond with your new travel mates while exploring secret islands. From canyoneering Kawasan Falls to snorkelling with sardines, no day looks the same when exploring tropical bliss. Nor do your nights, as you’ll be drinking cocktails one evening and sleeping under the stars on a secluded beach the next. If you’re after a trip to the Philippines that’s both action-packed and laidback, this trip has all the time and activities you could ever need.
Trip Highlights
- Climb your way through Kawasan Falls on an included canyoneering tour
- Swim with a million sardines in Moalboal’s most famous nature attraction
- Snorkel with turtles in the thriving Coral Triangle
- Go island-hopping on a traditional banca boat
- Experience all the nature and nightlife El Nido has to offer
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- 16 nights’ accommodation
- 16 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 2 dinners
- Airport transfer on arrival
- All on-trip transport (inc. 3 internal flights)
- Experienced group leader
- Kawasan Falls canyoneering tour
- Sardine Run snorkelling trip in Moalboal
- Simala Church visit
- Mount Tapyas hike
- Maquinit Hot Springs visit
- 3-day island hopping tour with snorkelling
- Filipino massage
- Jungle canopy walk
- Organic farm visit
- Lunch on the beach with traditional performance
- El Nido Jeepney tour
- Port Barton boat trip
- Palawan Underground River cruise
- 24 hour emergency support
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Return airport transfer
- Some meals, snacks and drinks
Day 1: Arrive in Manila. Mabuhay! Once your flight has landed, you’ll be transferred over to the centrally located accommodation. You’ll be meeting your trip leader and travel companions at 7pm tonight for a welcome dinner, so use this time to get settled or go out and explore the Philippines’ cool capital.
Looking for a shorter trip?
If you are limited with time in this amazing country check out the shorter version of this trip - The 13 day Philippines Intro.
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Online booking isn't currently available but if you'd like to enquire please use the form below. Alternatively if you'd like to discuss alternate trips or if you have any other questions please don't hesitate to contact us.Arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) on day 1. You’ll be met at the airport and taken to your hotel. There’s no daytime activities planned for the first day, meaning you’ll have plenty of time to get settled before meeting up with your group at 7pm for a welcome dinner.
Your trip finishes on day 17 in Manila, where you can leave at any time. Your guide can assist you in booking a taxi back to the airport.
Accommodation
16 nights of accommodation are included in this trip. Stay in a cosy selection of chic hotels, seaside resorts and island huts on this gorgeous island hopping tour. With Air Con, Wi Fi, laundry and ensuite bathrooms included almost everywhere you stay, this isn’t your typical backpacking holiday!
- Manila - A spacious and stylish hotel with ideal central location and recreational spaces
- Moalboal - A beachfront resort that has an outdoor pool and sun terrace overlooking the ocean
- Coron - A tropical modern hotel with a pool, restaurant and mountain meets sea view
- Secret islands - Filipino twin huts - glamping by the sea with clear night skies and unspoilt beaches
- El Nido - South Anchorage Inn - clean and central hotel with enormous rooms and only five minutes away from the beach and bars
- Port Barton - A quiet and welcoming guest house with a pool, lounge, restaurant and quick walk to the beach
- Puerto Princesa - A peaceful hotel away from the city’s beaten path equipped with vibrant rooms, a swimming pool and restaurant
Meals
16 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 2 dinners are included in this trip. You’ll need to buy the rest of the meals yourself. Filipino cuisine is famously flavourful with sour, sweet, salty and sometimes spicy notes. It’s a feast with dishes like adobo, roasted pork and barbecue dishes, as well as aubergine stews and tofu dishes. The best part about eating out here is how cheap everything is!
This trip is designed for those aged 18-39.
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