Sail El Nido the quiet way. This private Paraw cruise gives you five hours in Bacuit Bay, with limestone cliffs, clear water, beach stops, snorkeling, kayaking, and lunch included. I especially like the small private group and the chance to move under sail rather than spend the day on a noisy motorboat. I also like … Read more
Bohol packs a lot into one day. This private tour links the island’s colonial landmarks, Loboc River, bamboo bridge, tarsier sanctuary, Manmade Forest, and Chocolate Hills in roughly six to nine hours. I like the private vehicle and hotel pickup, which let your group set a comfortable pace, and I like the mix of culture, … Read more
Fireflies turn a quiet river into a night show. This four-hour outing takes you from Panglao to the Loboc River for a 45-minute evening cruise beneath the stars. I like the simple idea: no stage show, no bright displays, and no forced entertainment. I also like that hotel pickup, drop-off, and river fees are included. … Read more
Taal Volcano is best seen from the water. This roughly seven-hour outing gives you two very different views of the volcano: first from the Tagaytay ridge, then from a government-regulated boat on Taal Lake. I like the door-to-door transport, which removes the stress of Manila traffic, and I like the chance to see fishing nets, … Read more
The sea is Cebu’s best sightseeing route. This full-day Mactan trip combines colorful fish at Hilutungan, clear water around Nalusuan, and white sand at Caohagan. I like the private round-trip boat and the fact that pickup, entrance fees, equipment, and an all-you-can-eat lunch are included. I also like the mix of active snorkeling and easy … Read more
Nighttime Palawan has its own light show. At Iwahig River, you travel by boat through dark mangroves while fireflies flicker in the trees. I like the quiet river setting and the boat guide’s lively, funny way of spotting the insects. The main drawback is value: at $38 per person, the 45-minute cruise may feel short … Read more
Dolphins, turtles, lunch, and music make one busy morning. This Bohol boat trip packs wildlife, snorkeling, a Filipino-style meal, and a beach party setup into five hours. I like the one-on-one underwater photo help, and I like that licensed crew members assist with water activities instead of leaving you to manage the sea alone. The … Read more
Sunset looks better from the water. This short Bacuit Bay cruise gives you a front-row view of El Nido’s limestone cliffs, clear water, and changing evening light aboard a traditional Filipino paraw. I like the quiet sailing atmosphere and the chance to sit on the boat’s side netting for a close view of the sea. … Read more
Paradise comes with a few extra fees. This eight-hour El Nido boat trip packs Small Lagoon, Cadlao Lagoon, and three beaches into one full day on Palawan’s clear coastal waters. I like the range of stops, from kayaking in a quiet rock-lined inlet to swimming off pale sand, and I like that lunch, water, towels, … Read more
Bohol packs a lot into one long day. This trip combines the Chocolate Hills, Tarsier Sanctuary, Loboc River lunch cruise, butterfly garden, mahogany forest, and Sikatuna Mirror of the World, with hotel pickup and ferry tickets from Cebu. I like the strong mix of nature and culture, and I like that the price includes most … Read more
