5 Day itinerary in Philippines, Asia
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Manila, Bohol, and Panglao with Bamba Travel. Dive into the rich cultural heritage of Manila, explore the stunning Chocolate Hills, and relax on the pristine shores of Panglao Island. This adventure includes thrilling experiences like tarsier spotting, river cru... Read More
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Enjoy an island hopping tour to El Nido beaches
Explore an underground river in Puerto Princesa
Forget about life on the beautiful island of Palawan
Enjoy an island hopping tour to El Nido beaches
Explore an underground river in Puerto Princesa
Forget about life on the beautiful island of Palawan
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Day 1: Puerto Princesa - El Nido, Philippines
Puerto Princesa Airport Pick-Up - El Nido
On arrival in Puerto Princesa airport you will be met and transferred to El Nido (the last departure for El Nido is at 18:00. If you arrive in Puerto Princesa later than 16:30, please book this trip for the following day). Travel time is approximately 6 to 8 hours depending on local conditions. Upon arrival in El Nido, you will be dropped-off at your accommodation for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to settle-in. Overnight in El Nido.
Day 2: El Nido, Philippines
El Nido Island Hopping Tour (B/L)
Explore breathtaking lagoons and unspoiled beaches with the El Nido Island Hopping Tour. Visit incredible sites such as the Big and Small Lagoons, which are some of El Nido’s pride. Their limestone walls serving as backdrop to sparkling turquoise waters never fail to amaze travelers.
Venture into the dreamy world of the Secret Lagoon, a tiny island enclosed within limestone cliffs. Relax along the stretch of sandy white beach of Seven Commandos, named after the seven Japanese commandos who inhabited the island after World War II. And of course, you’ll be visiting the awe-inspiring Simizu Island, which completes your experience of the beautiful paradise of El Nido. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in El Nido.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: El Nido - Puerto Princesa, Philippines
El Nido - Puerto Princesa (B)
Take the local tricycle in town to bring you to the terminal to catch a bus back to Puerto Princesa. Upon arrival, you will be picked up at the terminal and transferred to the hotel for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Puerto Princesa, Philippines
Underground River Tour (B/L)
Your guide and driver will pick you up at around 07:00-0730 and transfer you to Sabang. Travel time is about 2 hours. Today, you will enjoy a 1-hour boat trip at Underground river to enjoy a world Heritage site, this natural wonder features an 8.2 kilometers navigable Underground River, reputed to be longest that winds through the spectacular cave before emptying out in the South China Sea. This is a join-in tour with an English-speaking guide. Cathedral chambers, wide hallways and interesting geological formations greet the wide eyed-visitor to the grotto hidden beneath the Saint Paul Mountain. At the mount of the cave, ancient trees growing right of the water’s edge frames a clear lagoon. Monkeys, monitor lizards and squirrels find their niche on the beach near the cave. Visitors can also enjoy bird watching, mountain trekking, a mangrove paddleboat tour and exploring the deeper part of the forest (to be paid on spot). Back to your hotel after the tour.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Puerto Princesa, Philippines
Airport Drop-Off (B)
This morning you will check out from your accommodations and be transferred to the Puerto Princesa airport to catch your departing flight. Happy trails!
Meals: Breakfast
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