Coron: Barracuda Lake, Skeleton Wreck, Twin Lagoon Boat Tour

Coron: Barracuda Lake, Skeleton Wreck, Twin Lagoon Boat Tour - Skeleton Wreck: an easy first look beneath the surface

Coron’s best water stops fit into one long day. This boat trip brings you to Skeleton Wreck, Barracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon, Reef Garden, and Smith Beach, with a Filipino-style lunch served by the crew along the way. I especially like the warm and cool water layers at Barracuda Lake and the generous time allowed for … Read more

From El Nido: to Coron 3-Day 2-Night Island-Hopping Tour

From El Nido: to Coron 3-Day 2-Night Island-Hopping Tour - Day one: leaving El Nido for remote islands

Three days can change your route. This El Nido to Coron expedition swaps a simple transfer for remote beaches, coral reefs, village visits, bonfires, and nights in nipa huts. I like the freedom to adjust the route for weather, tides, and the group’s mood, and I like that meals, snorkeling gear, kayaking, water, guides, and … Read more

Puerto Princesa: Half-Day City Tour with Optional Massage

Puerto Princesa: Half-Day City Tour with Optional Massage - Immaculate Conception Cathedral and Plaza Cuartel

Puerto Princesa rewards a closer look. This tour gives you a practical introduction to the city, mixing local history, food, wildlife, views, and everyday life rather than focusing only on one attraction. I especially like the wide range of stops, from the Immaculate Conception Cathedral and Plaza Cuartel to a crocodile rescue center and weaving … Read more

Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch – Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan

Mactan Cebu Island Hopping with Lunch - Gilutungan, Caohagan, Nalusuan - Hilutungan Island: the strongest fish viewing

Three islands, one open-air boat, plenty of sea time. This six-hour Mactan excursion takes you from Cebu’s mainland to Caohagan, Hilutungan, and Nalusuan, combining white sand, reef snorkeling, and a Filipino lunch on the water. I like the private boat for your group and the convenience of hotel pickup from Mactan, Mandaue, and Cebu City. … Read more

3-in-1 Adventure: Underground River, Zipline ride, and Mangrove Forest Tour

3-in-1 Adventure: Underground River, Zipline ride, and Mangrove Forest Tour - Heat, waiting, and the real pace of the day

Three Palawan highlights, one long day. This tour packs the Puerto Princesa Underground River, a guided mangrove paddle boat ride, and an 800-meter zipline into one organized outing. I especially like the small group of up to 13 people and the fact that lunch, transport, entrance charges, and zipline safety gear are included. The main … Read more

Boracay: Island Boat Tour with Crystal Cove Entry

Boracay: Island Boat Tour with Crystal Cove Entry - Cruising past Boracay’s beaches

Five hours covers a lot of coastline. This join-in boat tour gives you a useful taste of Boracay beyond White Beach, with swimming stops, snorkeling, a grilled lunch, and time at Crystal Cove. I especially like the mix of water time and shore visits, plus the cheerful guides, including the frequently praised Jessie. I also … Read more

Coron: Coastal Cliffs, Beach & Malcapuya Island Hopping Tour

Coron: Coastal Cliffs, Beach & Malcapuya Island Hopping Tour - Setting out from downtown Coron

Three picture-perfect islands, one long day at sea. This Coron trip is appealing because it joins Banana Island, Malcapuya Island, and Bulog Dos Island in a single banca boat outing, with lunch, boat transfers, entrance fees, and hotel pickup listed in the price. I especially like the chance to see Malcapuya’s white sand and clear … Read more

From Manila: Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour

From Manila: Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour - The Los Baños trolley and coconut pie stop

Bring your swimsuit, then hold on tight. This $97 day trip from Manila combines a quirky wooden trolley ride in Los Baños with a thrilling canoe journey through river rapids to Pagsanjan Falls. I especially like the local transport experience and the chance to eat Laguna’s famous coconut pie in a simple, local setting. The … Read more

Puerto Princesa: Honda Bay Island Hopping & Optional Massage

Puerto Princesa: Honda Bay Island Hopping & Optional Massage - Luli Island and the disappearing sandbar

Three islands, one generous lunch. This Honda Bay trip is a pleasant way to trade Puerto Princesa’s streets for pale sand, clear water, coral, and small-island scenery. I especially like the variety: Luli Island gives you a sandbar and swimming, Pambato Reef brings the best chance to see fish and coral, and Cowrie Island provides … Read more

Oslob Whale Sharks and Moalboal Sardine Run, Sea Turtles Tour

Oslob Whale Sharks and Moalboal Sardine Run, Sea Turtles Tour - Swimming beside Oslob’s whale sharks

Expect a very early start. This Cebu day trip packs three major sea encounters into one long outing: whale sharks in Oslob, the sardine run at Moalboal, and sea turtles near Panagsama Beach. I like the convenient hotel pickup and the helpful guides, especially names such as Mae, Farrah, Norvina, Vera, and Naami, who are … Read more