Experience Overview
If you've been looking for the perfect Philippines adventure, complete with waterfalls, rivers, beaches and sunsets-you've come to the right place. This two week trip brings you to trek to waterfalls with an Indigenous guide, tour the Underground River of Puerto Princesa and snorkel El Nido's turquoise waters. The only adventure only gets better with a 2-night island hopping expedition from El Nido to Coron, replete with thatch huts, snorkeling time, deserted beaches, and bonfire nights. Welcome to the Philippines. You may never want to leave.
Highlights
- Overnight excursion to Mt Purro Nature Reserve
- Puerto Princesa Subterranean River Tour
- Full Day El Nido Snorkeling tour
- 3-day Island Hopping and Beach Camping expedition from El Nido to Coron.
Trip Details
Product Code: 20107
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Plane, Bangka Boat, Jeepney, Private Vehicle, Walking
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator: G Adventures
Supplier Code: APMCHW
Starts: Manila, Philippines
Finishes: Coron, Philippines
Duration: 13 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating: Light
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Mount Purro Nature Reserve, Mount Purro Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Mount Purro Nature Reserve overnight visit
- Hike to and swim at a waterfall
- Share stories around the bonfire
- Indigenous Community-led Cooking Class
- Mount Purro sunrise hike
- Free time in Manila
- Chinatown foodie tour
- Manila Jeepney ride
- Puerto Princesa Subterranean River tour
- Full day El Nido island hopping boat excursion
- Free time in El Nido
- Free time in Puerto Princesa
- 3-day, 2-night El Nido to Coron Island Hopping and snorkeling expedition
- Beach Bonfires
- Beach Barbecues
- Hike Mt Tapyas
- Maquinit Hot Springs
- All transport to and from included activities
Accommodation
- Multi-share Hostel (7nts), Multi-share Jungle Lodge (1nt), Rustic Beach Camping (2nts), Simple Hotel (2nts)
- 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
- Plane, Bangka Boat, Jeepney, Private Vehicle, Walking
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,844 ($142 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Manila
Arrive at anytime and dive right into the bustling city life of Manila. There's nothing planned today until your Welcome Meeting this evening, so spend the day how you'd like. Manila is the biggest, brightest and liveliest city in the Philippines so start your adventure off on a high note by exploring the neighborhood near your hostel.
Day 2: Manila/Mount Purro
After breakfast in Manila, travel with your group to Mount Purro Nature Reserve, a G for Good project. You'll be greeted by your local hosts for the next 2 days before heading out on an afternoon jungle waterfall hike and swim. In the evening, join the local Dumagat people to cook over the bonfire. Together, learn to make rice and Filipino tom yum soup over the fire in bamboo before sitting down to dig in to the meal together.
Day 3: Mount Purro/Manila
We know it's early but you don't want to miss this. Wake while it's still dark for a hike up to the peak of Mount Purro for an amazing view of the sunrise. Take it all in, maybe a selfie or two, before hiking back down. Enjoy breakfast at the reserve and enjoy your final jungle moments. Late morning, we'll drive back to Manila and enjoy some free time in the city.
Day 4: Manila
In the morning, choose to join your CEO and visit many must see points around the city like Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral and Postigo del Palacio. Or just take it easy and have a wander around Makati. In the afternoon, hop in a legendary Filipino jeepney and eat your way through Chinatown. It's known as the culinary center of the Philippines, so try their street food - a blend of typical Chinese and Filipino food.
Day 5: Manila/Puerto Princesa
This morning, we'll head to the airport and catch a flight to Puerto Princesa. After arriving in the early afternoon, spend a free afternoon in this seaside paradise. Opt to go on the Puerto Princesa City Tour and visit notable spots like Immaculate Conception Cathedral and Baker's Hill.
Day 6: Puerto Princesa/El Nido
This morning, put on your adventure hat, grab your camera and visit the famed underground river on a boat ride through Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. In the afternoon, we'll drive to El Nido. Great ready for the next few days: forecast calls for crystal blue water, karst cliffs, and perfect island life. Not too shabby.
Day 7: El Nido
If you came to the Philippines for island life, today will be your day. Hop aboard for our very own private island hopping tour. Epic right? We'll cruise, swim and snorkel our way through perfectly clear water, stopping at iconic beaches like Hidden Beach and Secret Beach. A pretty dreamy day if you ask us.
Day 8: El Nido
Spend your last day in El Nido doing exactly what you want! There are so many things to do to make for your perfect day! You could hike to the top of Taraw Peak for a gorgeous view or visit Kuyawyaw Falls. Looking for more of a beachy vibe? Opt to kayak through the crystal clear water or relax on the white sand and enjoy a beach day.
Day 9: El Nido/Sulu Sea
Say goodbye to Palawan Island and climb aboard for an epic adventure! Over the next two nights, you'll explore the islands of the Philippines onboard a two-story motorized bancas boat, cruising past huge krast formations, white sand coves and through the Sulu Sea. After a day of cruising, we'll camp on a secluded beach in traditional filipino huts. Talk about living the island dream.
Day 10: Sulu Sea
Wake to the sound of the sea reaching the sand. Climb back onto the boat and continue exploring the beautiful turquoise water. We'll make stops along the way to swim and snorkel. Keep an eye out for dolphins, sea turtles, whale sharks and breaching rays before you reach your next secluded beach camping experience.
Day 11: Sulu Sea/Coron
Awaken next to the beach after another night on a beautiful, secluded Filipino island. We'll board our trusty vessel for one final expedition. Take in the view from the bow one last time before arriving to the Island of Coron. After you disembark, check into your hotel. It might just be happy hour!
Day 12: Coron
After a few days at sea, today is a day of land exploration. In the morning, join your CEO to hike Mt Tapyas. Get your blood pumping and catch incredible vistas across the island. Then zip over to the Maquinit hot springs where you can dip a toe-or more- into the hot water. In the evening, choose to join your fellow Roamies and CEO for a final night out in Coron.
Day 13: Coron
Say goodbye to your Roamies and depart at any time.
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