Highlights:
- Explore Manila’s vibrant city life and rooftop dining views.
- Visit the UNESCO Underground River, one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature.
- Spend two days island hopping and camping on a private beach.
- Snorkel coral reefs and swim alongside sea turtles.
- Visit local schools and support community projects in Port Barton.
- Learn traditional cooking, dancing, and games on Filipino Cultural Day.
- Sail through El Nido’s stunning lagoons and hidden beaches.
- Hike the El Nido canopy walk for epic views, then unwind with a massage.
- Enjoy beach dinners, rooftop sunsets, and island feasts with your group.
- Relax knowing all transfers, guides, and logistics are taken care of.
Included:
- Legendary group leader.
- Airport pick-up (day 1 only).
- All transportation and transfers including domestic flight, buses, vans, taxis, boats, and tuk-tuk.
- All accommodation. From boutique hostels, hip hotels, and beach camps.
- Welcome dinner in Manila.
- Visit to the world famous UNESCO Underground River of Puerto Princesa.
- Private tropical island beach camp experience including food.
- Snorkel over coral reefs and with turtles.
- Visit to the starfish fields.
- Rainforest waterfall visit.
- Beach picnics.
- Canopy walk to the top of the cliffs overlooking El Nido for the best view in town.
- Traditional Filipino massage.
- Cultural day including cooking lesson, weaving, stick fighting, coconut tree climbing and more!
- Meeting the kids at a remote island school (seasonal).
- Island hopping on one of the best boats in El Nido.
- Transportation back to either El Nido airport or Puerto Princesa airport.
- Good times and memories to last a life time!
Day 1 – Arrive in Manila! Let’s Go!
Touch down in Manila and we’ve got you covered from the moment you land. You’ll be picked up at the airport and taken through the vibrant streets to your central boutique hostel. Settle in, then meet the rest of the group for a delicious rooftop welcome dinner and drinks overlooking the stunning Manila skyline.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – Palawan Here We Come!
Start your day with a leisurely breakfast before a short flight to Puerto Princesa. Enjoy some downtime to swim, grab a massage, or unwind before heading out for dinner at a local restaurant in this charming coastal city.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 – UNESCO Underground River & Port Barton
We’re up early to explore the world-famous UNESCO Underground River by boat, gliding through jaw-dropping limestone caves before stopping for lunch. Afterwards, we’ll make our way to the stunning, remote paradise of Port Barton. Spend your afternoon sipping coconuts on the beach while reggae tunes float through the air.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 4 – Private Beach Camp: Snorkelling, Waterfalls & School Visit
Get ready for our two-day Islander Experience! After breakfast, we’ll set sail with our local guides to explore the islands around Port Barton.
Our first stop is a local school or daycare centre, where you’ll meet the kids and see the direct impact of your visit. Guests often bring school supplies or make small donations toward projects like kitchens or sports gear.
In the evening, relax around a beach bonfire at our private camp while local guides cook up a feast of grilled fish, rice, and tropical fruit. You’ll fall asleep to the sound of waves under a blanket of stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 – Island Adventures Continue
Wake up in paradise and dive into another day of island hopping. Snorkel coral reefs, swim with turtles, chase waterfalls, and explore hidden beaches before heading back to the mainland for a chilled evening.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 6 – To El Nido, Paradise Awaits
After breakfast, we hit the road north to El Nido—often called the most beautiful island in the world. When you see those limestone cliffs and turquoise lagoons, you’ll understand why. Settle into your funky new digs, then join the crew for dinner and drinks by the beach.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 – Filipino Cultural Day
Immerse yourself in local culture today! We’ll hike through lush jungle to a hidden hut for a day of hands-on fun—think traditional cooking, coconut tree climbing, stick fighting, dance lessons, and more. Afterwards, you can unwind at Las Cabanas Beach or zipline over the ocean for a thrill.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 8 – El Nido Island Hopping
Today’s all about the water! Jump on board for a full day of island hopping, snorkelling, and exploring some of the most breathtaking spots in El Nido Bay. Feast on freshly prepared food while soaking up unbeatable views.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 9 – Canopy Walk & Massage
Enjoy a short canopy walk to the famous cliffs overlooking El Nido for panoramic views of Cadlao Island and the bay. Afterwards, unwind with a traditional Filipino massage near the beach. The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore town.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10 – Depart El Nido
Sadly, it’s time to say goodbye. A private van will take you back to Puerto Princesa for your onward flight (departures after 3 PM recommended). Prefer to fly directly from El Nido? Check AirSwift for flights to Manila and skip the long drive.
Meals: Breakfast
Pickup: Manila
Return: Puerto Princesa - can finish in El Nido if the customer would like to fly from there instead.
Shuttle buses run from El Nido every hour on the hour from 4am to 7pm (with the exception of 12pm). Therefore guests can book their flight from Puerto Princesa to any destination in the Philippines on Day 10 of the tour any time after 3pm. The journey takes 6 hours so bare this in mind. There are also flights out of El Nido using an airline called Air Swift. If flying with Air Swift from El Nido, guests can leave at any time on day 10.
What to Bring:
Passport and separate photocopy of the ID page of your passport.
Onwards flight tickets.
Printed copy of your travel insurance details.
Your One Life Adventures confirmation vouchers/tickets.
Entry visa (if required).
Enough clean clothes to last the trip – Pack for warm weather and pack light.
A light rain jacket or emergency rain poncho.
Comfortable shoes and sandals - They will probably get dirty so don’t bring anything fancy!
Sun hat or cap
Phone & charger
International plug adapter – The voltage in the Philippines is 220-240 volts.
Swimwear and towel
Credit cards and money – Please do not bring travelers checks.
Small padlock
Earplugs
Camera and spare battery.
Mp3 player or books for the longer bus journeys.
A money belt
Basic medical supplies such as aspirin, ibuprofen, motion sickness tablets, Imodium.
Insect repellent
Sunscreen
A sense of adventure!
Luggage Limit:
20kg. Recommended to take a backpack instead of a suitcase.
Dietary Requirements:
All catered for where possible, though when in the more remote areas cannot be guaranteed.
Extra Costs:
International flights not included.
If you arrive earlier than the start date, your airport pickup is not included.
Cost for the zipline is a local payment of PHP500.
The following meals are included, the rest you have to budget for: 7 x breakfasts/5 x lunches/2 x dinners.
