Cebu’s hills offer a quick change of scene. This five-hour private tour takes you from your hotel to Sirao Garden, Temple of Leah, and Taoist Temple, with a driver-guide handling the roads, entrances, and parking. It is a useful way to see several of Cebu’s best-known highland sights without arranging separate rides. I like the … Read more
Clear water, four island stops, one full day. This Cebu boat trip pairs excellent reef snorkeling with a restaurant lunch at Nalusuan and a visit to Caohagan’s fishing village. I especially like the San Vicente Fish Sanctuary as a calmer opening stop and the care shown by guides such as Jimmy, Gina, Alemar, and Vina. … Read more
Cebu’s best escape starts before breakfast. This full-day boat trip takes you to Hilutungan, Nalusuan, and Caohagan, mixing excellent snorkeling with a look at everyday island life. I like the clear division between stops: Hilutungan is for fish, Nalusuan for water and resort scenery, and Caohagan for local life, seafood, and small stalls. I also … Read more
Three islands, one bright blue-water day. This Cebu excursion packs Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary, Nalusuan Island, and Caohagan Island into seven hours, with snorkeling, swimming, a Filipino BBQ lunch, and hotel transfers included. I like the excellent fish viewing at Hilutungan and the small-group limit of 12, which keeps the day more personal. I also like … Read more
Water, rock, and a long day. This Cebu adventure takes you through the Badian River by swimming, sliding, climbing, and jumping, then finishes at the famous Kawasan Falls. I like the full-course route, which gives you the main canyon experience rather than a short sample, and I like that the price includes gear, guides, transport, … Read more
White sand, blue water, one long day. This $42 Coron boat tour gives you three island stops, lunch, snacks, entrance fees, and a licensed English-speaking guide in one package. I especially like the long beach at Malcapuya and the sandbar views at Ditaytayan, two places that make the eight-hour outing feel worthwhile. I also like … Read more
Big Lagoon is worth getting up early for. El Nido Tour A packs five famous stops into a seven to eight hour boat trip, with Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Payong-Payong Beach, Secret Lagoon, and Seven Commando Beach on the schedule. At $44.95 per person, it gives you a practical introduction to El Nido’s island scenery … Read more
Secret beaches reward a little effort. El Nido Tour C packs Secret Beach, Hidden Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Talisay Beach, and Dilumacad Island into a seven to eight hour boat trip, with swimming, snorkeling, limestone cliffs, and lunch served on the beach. I especially like the chance to reach small beaches hidden behind rock walls, and … Read more
Coron’s best sights come by boat. This eight-hour shared tour packs Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Sunset Beach, Reef Garden, Skeleton Wreck, CYC Beach, and Barracuda Lake into one full day. I like the mix of scenic water stops and easy snorkeling, and the large local buffet served in a traditional kubo hut is a real … Read more
A jungle river ride beats another Manila mall. This full-day outing takes you from Manila to Pagsanjan Falls in an air-conditioned vehicle, then switches the road for a native canoe pushed upstream by boatmen. I like that lunch and required fees are included, and I especially like the small group limit of ten, which gives … Read more
