6 Day itinerary in Philippines, Asia
Palawan: Adventure in Paradise
When Filipinos, people who live in a country of 7,107 islands and countless beaches, consider a place to be the epitome of tropical paradise, you know it must be something special. Palawan is exotic, even for Filipinos. Its geography and richness of flora and fauna are exceptional in a country that ... Read More
By Leo and Cami
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Light
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
Tour Guide
starting point
Puerto Princesa
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Kayaking
Meet local people
Snorkeling/Diving
Outdoors & Nature
Classic Sights
Beach & Sea
Start
Night
End
Highlights
Take a boat deep into the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River.
Snorkel the rich coral reefs of Ulugan Bay and El Nido.
See breathtaking limestone karst landscapes and forest ecosystems.
Explore El Nido's many islands, each with its own distinct features.
Take a boat deep into the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River.
Snorkel the rich coral reefs of Ulugan Bay and El Nido.
See breathtaking limestone karst landscapes and forest ecosystems.
Explore El Nido's many islands, each with its own distinct features.
Itinerary
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Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Ulugan Bay
We meet you at the Puerto Princesa airport and we drive an hour and a half to Ulugan Bay. A 30-minute boat ride then takes us to an island with white sandy beaches and surrounded by vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life. We spend the day snorkeling and enjoying the beach (the island's resident eagle might even join us!). At night we stay in rainforest cottages that are surrounded by trees and have sweeping views of Ulugan Bay.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation:
- Adventure Tour: Atremaru Jungle Retreat & Spa
Day 2
Sabang and the Puerto Princesa Underground River
We drive to Sabang then take an outrigger boat to the entrance of the Underground River. There we take a paddle boat deep into the river's tunnel, marveling at the unique environment and its many interesting formations. Then we hike through a jungle trail and try to spot monitor lizards. In the afternoon we take a paddle boat through a mangrove to learn about this rich ecosystem. After having our fill of seeing monkeys, tree snakes and various birds we drive back to our rainforest cottages overlooking Ulugan Bay.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- Adventure Tour: Atremaru Jungle Retreat & Spa
Day 3
El Nido Via Ferrata Canopy Walk
We spend the morning traveling to El Nido. This gives us plenty of time to appreciate the scenery of inland Palawan. At El Nido we take a walk up one of its rock mountains and get a spectacular view of Bacuit Bay and its islands.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation:
- Adventure Tour: Sea Cocoon Hotel
Day 4
The Wonders of Miniloc Island
Today we take an outrigger boat to Miniloc Island and visit some of its iconic sites. Stops include Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Payong Payong Beach and Big Lagoon which we will access via kayaking inside. On the way back to El Nido we make a last stop at Seven Commandos Beach.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- Adventure Tour: Sea Cocoon Hotel
Day 5
El Nido's Best Beaches
We load our snorkeling gear onto an outrigger boat and set off to experience the wonders of the various Bacuit Bay islands. We visit some of El Nido's most stunning beaches. Our stops include Matinloc Shrine, Secret Beach, Hidden Beach, Helicopter Island and Star Beach.After a day of spectacular beaches, rock formations and lagoons, we reluctantly go back to El Nido town for our last night in paradise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- Adventure Tour: Sea Cocoon Hotel
Day 6
Last Day in Paradise
We bid farewell to El Nido and drive back to Puerto Princesa where we visit the Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center (also known as the Crocodile Farm). Our trip ends at the Puerto Princesa airport in the afternoon.
You also have the option of flying out of El Nido aiport instead of driving back to Puerto Princesa.
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
Accommodation
- Sea Cocoon Hotel
- Atremaru Jungle Retreat & Spa
Meals
- Lunch (4)
- Breakfast (5)
Transport
- Private land transfers
- Private boat charters
Activities
- Tour activities including entrance fees and rental equipment (snorkeling gear, kayak, harness, etc.)
About Leo
TEAM LEAD
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Kayaking
Hiking
Snorkeling/Diving
Visit markets
Meet local people
Rural home stays
Indigenous culture
Historic & cultural landmarks
Beach & Sea
Classic Sights
Outdoors & Nature
I grew up in the Philippines, studied in the US and worked in Colombia. Now I live in the US with my Colombian wife. I love adventure sports and traveling to experience natural wonders. Arranging trips for others is my way of sharing my passion.
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