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Philippines Palawan Island Getaway

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Philippines Palawan Island Getaway

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Be mesmerised by the nature and people of the Philippines on this eight-day adventure from Manila to Palawan. Explore one of the greenest cities in the country, trek to the Batak tribe to meet some locals, stroll white-sand beaches and island hop around El Nido. Snorkel in the sapphire waters, discover the limestone caves of Sabang and see fireflies dancing at dusk at the Iwahig River. With plenty of free time to travel your own way, this is a beach getaway abounding with natural beauty, stunning landscapes and vibrant culture.

Trip Name
Philippines Palawan Island Getaway
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
8
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Contrast the chaos and bustle of city life in Manila with the relaxed way of life in Palawan. With an option to extend your trip on either end, you can focus on the stuff you want.
  • Take an evening adventure to the Iwahig River where you’ll see swarms of fireflies dancing at dusk. The natural beauty of the Philippines continues to shine, whatever time of day.
  • Enjoy a full day of island hopping and snorkelling off the coast of El Nido. Look to the bottom of these clear waters and glide among the coral and tropical fish.
  • Have plenty of free time beachside to choose your own adventure – daytrip to the pristine Nacpan Beach, self-guided kayaking adventure or a spot of shopping? You choose!
  • Experience a unique meeting with one of Palawan's great indigenous groups – the Batak tribe. Interact with the locals of the village and witness daily life as it is today.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Manila
Maligayang pagdating! Welcome to Manila, Philippines. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm today. If you arrive early, Manila is an intriguing city with surprises around every corner. Packed full of things to see, do, taste and experience, you might like to head out and take a self-guided walking tour. After your meeting, perhaps head out with the group in the evening to sample foods like lechon (whole roasted pig) and longganisa (Philippine sausage).
Day 2 - Puerto Princesa
In the morning, take the short flight from Manila to Puerto Princesa. When you arrive, you'll instantly see the slower pace of this island compared to the busy capital. Puerto, as the locals call it, is the capital of Palawan and has been internationally recognised as the cleanest and greenest of all cities in the Philippines. Head onto a local community eco farm where you'll get to learn how local snacks are prepared with herbs and spices, and enjoy a delicious farm-to-table lunch. Later, travel out of Puerto Princesa to the Iwahig River, where you'll see fireflies glowing among the mangroves by the river. It's a truly magical experience and the perfect way to spend an evening.
Day 3 - San Rafael Beach
Head out this morning in a private minivan and drive to Sabang. Sabang is most famous for its Subterranean River that's 8 km in length and passes through a limestone cave that opens onto the ocean. Jump into a boat with a local guide and explore this great cave complex. After lunch, you may want to embark on an optional mangrove boat trip which gets you into the heart of the thick mangrove forests. You'll travel in small traditional boats down the river with plenty of opportunity for wildlife spotting. Tonight, drive to your private beach for the next two nights.
Day 4 - San Rafael Beach
This morning you meet up with your local guide who'll be walking with the group to meet the Batak Tribe – one of about 70 indigenous communities of the Philippines. If you're lucky enough to be there in the right season, you may be able to eat the fruit directly from the cashew trees. After finishing the hike, drive back to the beach chalets in San Rafael Beach. There's plenty of free time for a swim or to read a good book and relax into the evening.
Day 5 - El Nido
Say farewell to San Rafael Beach today and travel to El Nido in a private minivan. With a backdrop of marble cliffs and white sandy beaches, El Nido is the base for many island adventures. There are over 50 beaches to discover that are all accessible by the boats docked. It's easy to pick an isolated beach, book a local boat, pack some food and drinks and head out on your own adventure. The afternoon is free for you to wander around town, have a drink at one of the many beachside restaurants, do a spot of shopping or count how many different coloured tricycles you can spot on the streets.
Day 6 - El Nido
This morning, head off on a full-day snorkelling trip, island hopping off El Nido. Pass by jagged limestone islands, rocky coves, virgin rainforest and white sandy beaches. The snorkelling is just as spectacular, with beautiful coral and many different species of colourful fish. After an included lunch, venture out on various trips to lagoons throughout the afternoon. Your evening is then free to do as you wish.
Day 7 - El Nido
You'll have plenty of free time today in El Nido for beach activities. If you feel like some more adventure, maybe hire a kayak from El Nido town or jump on a boat out to one of the lagoons. You'll kayak on turquoise waters and lagoons with dramatic cliffs, surrounded by a plethora of tropical fish. If you want to see a picture-perfect beach, take an optional trip to Nacpan Beach. White sand and lined with palm trees, this is another beach in paradise and worth the drive out of town. Your leader can help you organise transport here if you are interested. Otherwise, hire a bike and get pedalling around El Nido town.
Day 8 - El Nido
With no activities planned for today, you are free to leave the accommodation at any time. This doesn’t mean your Philippines adventure has to come to an end! If you would like to spend more time in El Nido, we’ll be happy to organise additional accommodation (subject to availability).

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
05-12-202412-12-2024AUD $ 3,051-
12-12-202419-12-2024AUD $ 3,024-
19-12-202426-12-2024AUD $ 2,924-
22-12-202429-12-2024AUD $ 3,750-
26-12-202402-01-2025AUD $ 3,615-
29-12-202405-01-2025AUD $ 3,475-
02-01-202509-01-2025AUD $ 3,800-
09-01-202516-01-2025AUD $ 3,056-
23-01-202530-01-2025AUD $ 2,938-
30-01-202506-02-2025AUD $ 3,015-
06-02-202513-02-2025AUD $ 2,804-
13-02-202520-02-2025AUD $ 2,804-
20-02-202527-02-2025AUD $ 2,830-
27-02-202506-03-2025AUD $ 2,858-
06-03-202513-03-2025AUD $ 2,830-
16-03-202523-03-2025AUD $ 2,696-
20-03-202527-03-2025AUD $ 2,804-
27-03-202503-04-2025AUD $ 2,696-
03-04-202510-04-2025AUD $ 2,696-
06-04-202513-04-2025AUD $ 2,696-
10-04-202517-04-2025AUD $ 2,696-
17-04-202524-04-2025AUD $ 3,015-
24-04-202501-05-2025AUD $ 2,696-
01-05-202508-05-2025AUD $ 2,696-
27-11-202504-12-2025AUD $ 2,696-
04-12-202511-12-2025AUD $ 2,804-
11-12-202518-12-2025AUD $ 2,804-
14-12-202521-12-2025AUD $ 2,804-
18-12-202525-12-2025AUD $ 3,485-
21-12-202528-12-2025AUD $ 3,485-
28-12-202504-01-2026AUD $ 3,485-
01-01-202608-01-2026AUD $ 3,660-
08-01-202615-01-2026AUD $ 3,395-
22-01-202629-01-2026AUD $ 3,395-
29-01-202605-02-2026AUD $ 3,395-
05-02-202612-02-2026AUD $ 3,395-
12-02-202619-02-2026AUD $ 3,395-
19-02-202626-02-2026AUD $ 3,515-
26-02-202605-03-2026AUD $ 3,270-
05-03-202612-03-2026AUD $ 3,270-
19-03-202626-03-2026AUD $ 3,145-
26-03-202602-04-2026AUD $ 3,145-
02-04-202609-04-2026AUD $ 3,515-
05-04-202612-04-2026AUD $ 3,515-
09-04-202616-04-2026AUD $ 3,145-
16-04-202623-04-2026AUD $ 3,145-
23-04-202630-04-2026AUD $ 3,145-
30-04-202607-05-2026AUD $ 3,145-
26-11-202603-12-2026AUD $ 3,145-
03-12-202610-12-2026AUD $ 3,145-
10-12-202617-12-2026AUD $ 3,395-
13-12-202620-12-2026AUD $ 3,395-
17-12-202624-12-2026AUD $ 3,660-
20-12-202627-12-2026AUD $ 3,660-
27-12-202603-01-2027AUD $ 3,660-

Accommodation

Hotel (5 nights),Beach chalet (2 nights)

Transport

Boat,Jeepney,Private Minibus,Plane

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