Day 1: March 13th
Welcome to the Philippines! You’ll arrive to CEB airport and have a private transfer to our hotel in Mactan, Cebu- a beautiful island off of Cebu City. Check into your room and you’ll have a bit of time to recover from the long travel. We’ll have a welcome dinner to meet your new friends you’ll be spending the next 13 days with. You may explore the buzzing Cebu City after dinner to get the trip started!
Dinner included
Day 2: March 14th
AM travel by van to Moalboal- a lovely small seaside town. We’ll stop for lunch along the way before stopping at the country’s famous Simala Church. It’s known for its amazing architecture as well as the power of healing through devotion to “Mama Mary”. Once arriving in Moalboal, we will get settled into our seaside hotel. We’ll have dinner and drinks in a local bar and dance the night away with the locals!
Breakfast & Lunch included
Day 3: March 15th
Wake up and get ready for an exhilarating experience. Today we are chasing waterfalls… and by chasing I mean jumping off of waterfalls! A motorbike/habal-habal ride will transfer us to the canyoneering starting point in Badian. Fuel up at breakfast because you will need all of the energy for this 4-6 hour adrenaline packed adventure. You’ll be descending narrow canyons by rock climbing, rappelling, swimming, and jumping off of waterfalls as you come across them. A locally made lunch will be waiting for you afterwards. Transfer back to the hotel and walk to the sea to snorkel and see the sardine run. The night is yours to enjoy Moalboal.
Breakfast & Lunch included
Day 4: March 16th
A bit of a long travel day is in store as we are traveling across the sea to our next island. We have an early drive from Moalboal to Cebu City to catch a flight to Palawan. After landing in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, we will take a break for lunch, enjoying local seafood and Filipino dishes. A scenic drive to Port Barton will finish off the travel day arriving at our accommodations late afternoon. Settle in, catch the sunset, and begin your exploration of this peaceful coastal village.
Breakfast & Lunch included
Day 5: March 17th
Free Day in Port Barton!
Unwind, spend the morning relaxing on the tranquil beaches, soaking up the sun, and swimming in the crystal clear waters. Take a leisurely stroll through the village, enjoying the laid-back atmosphere, or simply lounge in a hammock with a good book. As the day winds down, grab happy hour at a nearby spot and relax into a bean bag while watching the sun sink down below the horizon.
Breakfast included
Day 6: March 18th
Private island hopping tour through Port Barton’s vibrant reefs and breathtaking beaches, featuring:
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Snorkeling at Twin Reef
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Swimming with sea turtles
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Relaxing on Inaladelan Island with local dishes
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Ending the day at Starfish Sand Bar for sunset
Breakfast & Lunch included
Day 7: March 19th
It’s time to travel to the beautiful town of El Nido. On the way to El Nido, we will stop in TayTay at Fort Santa Isabel, a Spanish fort that was built in 1667. El Nido is on the northernmost tip of Palawan and is a tropical paradise. It’s home to an abundance of white sandy beaches and incredible lagoons. We will check into our hotel in the center of El Nido Town Proper. Explore the bustling main street of El Nido! Grab dinner and see what the city has to offer.
Breakfast included
Day 8: March 20th
Today, we embark on an off-the-beaten-path adventure in a traditional Jeepney.
Our stops include:
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Lio Beach: a serene spot for relaxation.
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Bulalacao Waterfalls: where you can plunge into the cold water.
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Nacpan Beach: a stunning 4km beach perfect for watching an unforgettable sunset.
Optional extra: Private Yoga Class at Lio Beach.
Breakfast & Lunch included
Days 9-11: March 21st-23rd
EXPEDITION (3 days, 2 nights)
Let’s venture off the grid, disconnect from everyday life, and immerse ourselves in nature.
Embark on a 3-day adventure aboard our private expedition boat. Our dedicated team, trained by a marine conservationist, will lead you through diverse marine ecosystems. We will sail from El Nido to Coron, navigating through 250 km of untouched islands along the way. With countless islands to explore, each expedition uncovers unique hidden gems. Enjoy snorkeling among vibrant coral reefs, swimming with marine life, relaxing on untouched beaches, and so so much more! Meals are crafted from locally sourced ingredients, including but not limited to: native fruits, vegetables, rice, and freshly caught seafood. Enjoy the evenings at the campsite gathering around the campfire and stargazing with the friends you’ve acquired throughout the trip. You’ll sleep in beachfront bamboo huts, falling asleep and waking to the soothing sounds of the waves and the gentle sea breeze.
Day 3 of the expedition wraps up with a drop-off in Coron. We will transfer to our hotel and enjoy dinner in Coron Town Proper.
Day 1: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner included
Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner included
Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch included
Day 12: March 24th
Free day in Coron!
A good opportunity to go scuba diving. Coron is known around the world for its famous Japanese World War II shipwrecks. Take a plunge in the near by hot springs or take a tricycle to relax at one of many beautiful beaches in the area! If you’re up for one last Island Hopping Tour, believe it or not, there are more incredible tours here!
Breakfast included
Day 13: March 25th
Good morning! Soak in Coron’s beauty before taking a short flight back to Cebu City, where the adventure began. Upon landing in Cebu City, you'll have the rest of the day to explore any lastminute spots before one last dinner with the group.
Breakfast included
Day 14: March 26th
Wake up and have breakfast before checking out of our final hotel. Time to reflect on this unforgettable experience! Say farewell to the new friends you’ve bonded with over the past 14 days and if you’re anything like me you’ll shed a few tears! Check-out of the hotel and a private transfer will take you to CEB to catch your flight home. (You can start planning your next adventure on your return flight).
See you around the world next year :)
Breakfast included
INCLUSIONS
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Private Airport Pickup (flight to arrive in CEB by 3pm on 03/13/2025)
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Private Airport Drop-off (flight to depart CEB any time on 03/26/25)
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All economy internal flight tickets (15 kg checked luggage x 8 kg hand luggage)
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Local ground transportation
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Local Filipino Tour Guide
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Breakfast every day
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8 Lunches as outlined in itinerary
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3 Dinners as outlined itinerary
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Cebu City 2 nights accommodation
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Moalboal 2 nights accommodation
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Port Barton 3 nights accommodation
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El Nido 2 nights accommodation
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Island Basecamp 2 nights bamboo hut accommodation
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Coron 2 nights accommodation
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*accommodation is a shared double occupancy room
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3 day 2 night Expedition from El Nido to Coron
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Welcome dinner
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Activities: Canyoneering, Port Barton Island hopping, TayTay Fort entrance, Jeepney tour
NOT INCLUDED
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International Flights
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Visa
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Travel insurance
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Lunches not outlined in itinerary
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Dinners not outlined in itinerary
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Alcohol
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Gratuity for guide
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Airport transfer outside of scheduled time
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Optional tours- Lio Beach private yoga class
Activity Level: Moderate
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Eligibility Requirements:
21 years of age by trip start date
Current passport holder
(passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the day you land back in your home country)
Price:
$3600
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*Double Occupancy Rooms
Option: $670 extra for private room
A non-refundable deposit of $750 is due at the time of booking. The remaining balance can be paid in full or split up into two payments:
$1425 due on January 13th
$1425 due on February 13th
Payment Methods: Zelle, Credit Cards accepted with a 3% added fee