Before breakfast, Cebu gets wild. This full-day outing pairs Osmeña Peak’s jagged hill views with the turquoise river adventure at Kawasan Falls, giving you two very different sides of southern Cebu in one trip. I like the smart combination: the peak is short and manageable, while the canyoneering supplies the real physical challenge. I also … Read more
El Nido is worth the long road north. I like the chance to see Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, and Seven Commandos Beach in one packed day, and the included kayak and snorkel gear make the boat portion easy to enjoy. The catch is serious: you may spend more than 10 hours in a van for … Read more
Port Barton rewards the early riser. This long day from Puerto Princesa combines a four-hour road trip with four island stops, soft white beaches, coral reefs, and a chance to swim near sea turtles. I like that lunch, boat transport, entrance fees, a life vest, and snorkel gear are included. I also like the small-fishing-village … Read more
A river runs through the mountain. From Puerto Princesa, this full-day outing takes you by van, pump boat, and paddleboat to the Puerto Princesa Underground River, one of Palawan’s great natural sights. I like the well-organized small-group format and the chance to see the cave, bay, forest, and wildlife in one long day. I also … Read more
The cave is the star of the day. This UNESCO-listed river takes you by boat into a dark limestone world filled with stalactites, bats, and striking rock shapes. I like that the roughly $50 price includes transport, lunch, permits, and a guide. I also like the choice of adding a zipline, mangrove trip, massage, or … Read more
A river runs beneath the mountain. This full-day trip from Puerto Princesa takes you through the UNESCO-listed Subterranean River National Park, where a small boat enters a limestone cave filled with striking rock shapes, bats, and steady commentary from an audio guide. I like the easy hotel pickup and the mix of road, sea, forest, … Read more
