Coron packs a lot into one day. This 8.5-hour private boat tour links the island’s headline sights with excellent snorkeling, clear lakes, dramatic cliffs, and a generous cooked lunch. I especially like the chance to see Kayangan Lake and Barracuda Lake on the same outing, plus the personal care offered by guides such as Jerome, … Read more
El Nido’s best scenery is scattered offshore. This private island-hopping trip brings you to Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Secret Lagoon, Seven Commando Beach, and Payong-Payong Beach in about seven to eight hours. I like the private boat and guide, since your group can move at its own pace instead of waiting for a large crowd. … 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
Five famous stops, one private boat. This six-hour El Nido tour packs Big Lagoon, Entalula Island, Snake Island, Helicopter Island, and Cadlao Lagoon into a single day on Bacuit Bay. I like the private-group setup, which gives you more room to set the pace and ask the guide for help, and I like that kayaking, … Read more
See Palawan beyond the beaches. This $15 half-day outing gives you a quick, useful introduction to Puerto Princesa, with stops at a WWII fort, a crocodile rescue center, a weaving workshop, a hilltop ranch, and several local landmarks. I like the small maximum group of eight and the fact that a separate driver lets the … Read more
Coron’s best water stops fit into one busy day. Coron Island Tour B combines two unusual swimming spots, coral reefs, a shallow shipwreck, and a beach lunch for about $35 per person. I like the mix of scenery and snorkeling, and I especially like that boat transfers, entrance fees, food, and a guide are included. … Read more
Palawan’s famous cave is worth the long road. This full-day Puerto Princesa trip combines a scenic drive, a motorized boat across the coast, and a quiet paddleboat ride through the Subterranean River. I especially like the included hotel transfers and the generous Filipino buffet lunch, two details that make a demanding day easier. I also … Read more
The cave is only half the adventure. This Puerto Princesa day trip combines the UNESCO-listed Underground River with boat transfers, a local buffet lunch, coastal views, and optional activities at Sabang. I like the small maximum of 12 people and the helpful audio guide inside the cave. I also like that guides such as Mario, … Read more
Coron’s best views begin offshore. This 6 to 7 hour boat trip packs several of the area’s most appealing stops into one day, from white sand at CYC Beach to the emerald water of Kayangan Lake. I like the mix of snorkeling, swimming, and island scenery, and the crew-prepared BBQ lunch gives the day a … Read more
Cebu packs centuries into one day. This eight-hour trip links Cebu City’s oldest landmarks with the cooler mountain roads above town, giving you a useful first look at the island’s history, culture, viewpoints, and food stops. I especially like the mix of Magellan’s Cross and Santo Niño Basilica with Sirao Garden and the Temple of … Read more
