Description
Highlights
Explore vibrant Manila on your first day
Hike and swim at Mount Purro Nature Reserve
Catch sunrise from Mount Purro’s peak
Taste street food on a Chinatown jeepney tour
Cruise through Puerto Princesa’s underground river
Introduction
Think nine days isn’t enough for an epic adventure in the Philippines? Think again! From Manila to Puerto Princesa to El Nido, this trip is jam-packed with highlights every single day. You’ll overnight with an Indigenous community near Manila and learn to cook with your hosts. Explore the famous Underground River, spotting all sorts of mysterious shadowy shapes. Bliss out on a snorkeling trip in El Nido, snapping selfies at Secret Beach. This trip is truly bucket-list gold.
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 at 17:00 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.
Included Activities:
– Welcome Moment – Meet Your CEO and Group
Included Activities:
– Welcome Moment – Meet Your CEO and Group
Accommodation
Lub D Makati
Hotel
Day 2 Manila/Mount Purro (1B, 1L, 1D)
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.
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
– Lunch
– Dinner
Transport:
– Private Vehicle 02:00 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
– Mount Purro Waterfall Hike & Swim
– Calawis Cooking Demonstration
– Mount Purro Nature Reserve
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
– Lunch
– Dinner
Transport:
– Private Vehicle 02:00 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
– Mount Purro Waterfall Hike & Swim
– Calawis Cooking Demonstration
– Mount Purro Nature Reserve
Accommodation
Nature Reserve Resort Experience
Resort
Day 3 Mount Purro/Manila (1B)
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.
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
Transport:
– Private Vehicle 02:00 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
– Sunrise hike up Mount Purro
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
Transport:
– Private Vehicle 02:00 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
– Sunrise hike up Mount Purro
Accommodation
Lub D Makati
Hotel
Day 4 Manila (1B, 1D)
In the morning, choose to 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 evening, 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.
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
– Dinner
Included Activities:
– Chinatown jeepney and food tour
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
– Dinner
Included Activities:
– Chinatown jeepney and food tour
Accommodation
Lub D Makati
Hotel
Day 5 Manila/Puerto Princesa (1B)
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.
Please note, if you booked the twin/double room, it will not be available in Puerto Princesa.
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
Transport:
– Plane 01:00 Hr(s)
Please note, if you booked the twin/double room, it will not be available in Puerto Princesa.
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
Transport:
– Plane 01:00 Hr(s)
Accommodation
100% Cafe Moto Hostel
Hostel
Day 6 Puerto Princesa/El Nido (1B, 1L)
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.
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
– Lunch
Transport:
– Private Vehicle 00:00 – 00:00 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
– Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park Visit
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
– Lunch
Transport:
– Private Vehicle 00:00 – 00:00 Hr(s)
Included Activities:
– Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park Visit
Accommodation
Spin Designer Hostel
Hostel
Day 7 El Nido (1B, 1L)
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
– Lunch
Included Activities:
– Island Hopping Tour
Accommodation
Spin Designer Hostel
Hostel
Day 8 El Nido (1B)
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.
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
Meals Included:
– Breakfast
Accommodation
Spin Designer Hostel
Hostel
Day 9 El Nido (1B)
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