Philippines 14 Day Tour
Philippines 14 Day Tour
Philippines 14 Day Tour
14 Days Starting in Manila and ending in Coron
Visiting: Manila, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton, Palawan, El Nido, Coron, Coronado Beach
Tour operator:
Tour code:
14DPAT
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
6 - 22
Age range:
18-45
Special diets catered:
Vegans, Meat, Vegetarians, Others: On Request
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Activities:
Tour Overview
The Philippines is truly an unbeatable destination, if you’re into authentic experiences in the world’s most incredible tropical islands, then this is the trip for you. We are incredibly proud of this action packed tour as it was the very first destination we ran our trips in! Since then, we’ve curated the ultimate 10 day Philippines tour that will see you explore a UNESCO World Heritage Underground River, visit some of the world’s most breathtaking island hopping destinations, cook with locals, climb coconut trees and even stay overnight at a private beach camp. Relax under the stars and snorkel with turtles in Port Barton, float in the crystal clear emerald waters & find yourself in awe of the majestic limestone cliffs in El Nido. This is a bucket list destination that you do not want to miss while you’re in Asia. Did we mention it’s been voted the #1 tour in the Philippines & in Asia? Book now, thank us later!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 — Manila
Location: Manila
Accommodation: Hostel
Accommodation Name: Z Hostel, Makati
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive at any time on day 1 and your guide will be there to meet you at the airport. Weave through the streets of one of Asia's most frenetic cities straight to your accommodation. Time to settle in and meet the group! If you arrive earlier in the day, you can use your time to explore the city and do some last-minute shopping. In the evening we'll get to know your new One Life family over dinner and a few drinks.
Day 2 — Puerto Princesa
Location: Puerto Princesa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We are heading to Palawan! Start your day with a leisurely breakfast, then take a short flight to Puerto Princesa. You'll have some free time to enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool, a relaxing massage or simply unwind. In the evening, we will dine at a local restaurant in this charming coastal city.
Day 3 — Underground River & Port Barton
Location: Port Barton
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Elsa's Cottages
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After a quick breakfast, we head to the famous Underground River. We go by boat through the incredible subterranean river system. In the afternoon we make our way from Puerto Princesa to the stunning fishing village of Port Barton. This is when you will truly feel like you've arrived in paradise but trust us, it gets better! Spend your evening sipping fresh coconuts on white sand while listening to some island reggae in the background. Accommodation here is basic but comfortable and in a great location, right on the beach front.
Day 4 And 5 - Island Camping With The Locals
Location: Palawan
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Private Beach Camp
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Jump on our custom-built One Life boat to take you island hopping finishing at our tropical island beach camp. No ordinary camp, we have built this especially for our guests complete with hammocks, volleyball nets and even a treehouse! Tucked away on a secluded beach, the camp has everything we need. Snorkel with turtles, explore the island or join in on our beach games over a couple of beers. This is your time to truly experience idyllic island life. We have our own boat, which allows us to explore the surrounding islands and experience how the local island communities live. In the evening, we get together around the fire by our own little beach 'bar' and watch the spectacular sunset that this area is famous for. Perfect! For the more adventurous, we visit a secret rainforest waterfall for a dip on the second day to wash off all that sand and salt. Don't worry about food either, our local guides will be catching fish during the day while we explore the area and cook up feasts for us! Condition permitting, we will visit one of the small schools on neighbouring islands to meet the kids and find out what it's like to grow up in a remote area of the Philippines.
Day 4: And 5 - Island Camping With The Locals
Location: Port Barton
Accommodation: Camp, Homestay, Homestay
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Jump on our custom-built One Life boat to take you island hopping finishing at our tropical island beach camp. No ordinary camp, we have built this especially for our guests complete with hammocks, volleyball nets and even a treehouse! Tucked away on a secluded beach, the camp has everything we need. Snorkel with turtles, explore the island or join in on our beach games over a couple of beers. This is your time to truly experience idyllic island life. We have our own boat, which allows us to explore the surrounding islands and experience how the local island communities live. In the evening, we get together around the fire by our own little beach 'bar' and watch the spectacular sunset that this area is famous for. Perfect! For the more adventurous, we visit a secret rainforest waterfall for a dip on the second day to wash off all that sand and salt. Don't worry about food either, our local guides will be catching fish during the day while we explore the area and cook up feasts for us! Condition permitting, we will visit one of the small schools on neighbouring islands to meet the kids and find out what it's like to grow up in a remote area of the Philippines.
Day 6 — Bound For El Nido
Location: El Nido, Port Barton
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning we all jump into a bus and we are on our way to El Nido! When we arrive, you will see why Palawan was named the most beautiful island group in the world. Surrounded by islands and cliffs, El Nido is a secret paradise we are lucky enough to share. Once you pick your jaws up off the ground, we will check in to the funkiest hostel in Palawan. Exclusive to One Life, this slick hostel looks more like a boutique hotel than a backpackers! Settle in, then head out to one of our favourite beach bars in the evening for food and fun.
Day 7 — Cultural Experiences And Zip Line At Las Cabanas
Location: El Nido
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Get ready to immerse yourself in unique Filipino culture! We'll take a short
jungle hike to learn about the flora and fauna that grow in the lush
rainforest before arriving at our exclusive jungle hut for a fun-filled day.
Today's activities range from cooking authentic Filipino food, climbing
coconut trees, traditional Filipino stick fighting, coconut shaving, learning
Filipino dances and children's games, coconut leaf weaving, and more.
Afterwards, you can take the optional zipline and enjoy a relaxing time on
the stunning Las Cabanas Beach. It's an exhilarating adventure of flying
between two islands over the ocean, followed by a day of relaxation that
you're not likely to forget!
Day 8 — Island Hopping
Location: El Nido
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today is all about experiencing what El Nido is famous for- and that is the island hopping. We set sail to enjoy the emerald waters, snorkel incredible reefs and try and spot some unique wildlife. We have music on board, chill-out areas, and a freshly cooked buffet including of the best seafood you can get. Before we set sail back to El Nido, get some pictures of you doing a backflip off the boat with the sun setting in the background, or just relax on deck listening to the music on board. Enjoy one of those "life is good" moments with your One Life family.
Day 9 — El Nido Town!
Location: El Nido
Accommodation: Hostel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, we climb up to the top of one of the cliffs surrounding El Nido bay and get the most spectacular views in the area! After the big morning, we feel you'll need some chill out time. We include a super relaxing full body massage to ease those muscle aches. Take your time today to relax and soak up your surroundings, or explore the surrounding area. Ask your guide where the coolest spots are, or just discover them for yourself!
Day 10 — On To Coron
Location: Coron
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Acacia Garden Inn, Coron
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say goodbye to those only doing 10 days, and join the rest of the lucky ones
on our Coron extension! After breakfast pack your things and hop on the
fast ferry to Coron where paradise will be waiting for you!
*We are an adventure tour company and include more than any other company in our itinerary. We are committed to showing our guests the most beautiful and untouched areas of Palawan. This means that sometimes the facilities in these more remote areas may be rather limited or basic - such as in Port Barton. Embrace it as part of the adventure!
Day 11 : Coron Free Day
Location: Coron
Accommodation: Hostel
Accommodation Name: Acacia Garden Inn, Coron
Meals Included: Breakfast
This is a free day for guest to either relax or to book in some optional activities. Our guide will help you book in any extra activites you wish to do (own cost). These include visiting Black Island, hiking Mount Tapyas or scuba diving. For the divers, Coron is famous for diving, especially wreck diving! Diving can be booked by either certified divers, or people new to it can book a first dive!
Day 12 : 2D/1N Coron Island Hopping
Location: Coronado Beach
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Pass Island Beach Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast we will get ready for our 2 day 1 night island hopping adventure! We will spent the morning snorkeling over wrecks and coral gardens. Lunch will be at the scenic Maltatayoc island then in the afternoon we will head over to our island camp on Pass Island. We will watch the sunset then gather around the bonfire on our own slice of paradise
Day 13 : 2D/1N Coron Island Hopping
Location: Coron
Accommodation: Camp, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Acacia Garden Inn, Coron
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch
We will watch the sunrise from the beach before having breakfast. Then its off to visit two of the clearest lakes in the world Baracude & Kayangan!! We will have lunch on the beachh before visiting our last spot the world famous Twin Lagoon. Then we will head back to Coron for our last night
Day 14 : Goodbye!
Location: Coron
Meals Included: No Meals
Sadly all good things must come to an end! For those of you who booked their onward journey, this is where we must say our goodbyes. Airport transfers to Coron airport are included for all those flying out on Day 14!
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Only on day 1
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Entrance Fees
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Fully Guided
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
What's Not Included
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Country Entry Visas
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Drinks with Meals
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Travel Insurance
Check out our Q&As
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Will I have time to go diving in Coron?
Yes! We have a free day in Coron and our tour guides can assist you in organizing any optional activities to do on this day such as diving.
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Should I bring hiking shoes?
There is a little walking involved in the Philippines but not much. Sandals and some trainers/running shoes would be fine.
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Can you get private rooms on this tour instead of dorms?
Absolutely, before you select your date on the “book now” page you can choose the Double/Twin Share or Single Upgrade option to have your own room. If you haven’t paid for this at the time of booking but want to request an upgrade, please let us know as soon as possible so we can check availability.
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Can I get picked up from the airport if I arrive before day 1?
Unfortunately we only offer airport pick ups on day 1 of the tour, but we include very easy and straightforward instructions in your welcome pack to help you on getting from the airport to the first hostel.
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Where should I fly into?
Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).
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How long does it take to get to Coron on day 10?
We take a ferry from El Nido to Coron which will take approximately 5.5 hours.
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What are the facilities like on our Island stay in Coron?
We will be staying in either huts or tents on the island, and have access to toilets and traditional Filipino bucket shower facilities. The huts are provided with fans and access to electricity.
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I want to bring some camera equipment on tour, are there safe places like lockers in the accommodation?
There are lockers/safes in most locations but not all, we recommend bringing a padlock for your bag like you would when travelling in a normal situation anyway for that extra peace of mind.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
WiFi is available in all accommodation except the overnight beach camp and the cottages in Port Barton
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Does it matter what time I leave on day 14?
As day 14 is departure day, you can depart at any time. We recommend getting a flight from Busuanga Airport and our tour guide will arrange your transport to the airport for you.
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Can I bring a 25kg suitcase?
Please note that we have a 20kg limit on checked luggage on our domestic flight from Manila to Palawan, if you need to add extra at the airport you can do so but it can be very costly. We would recommend bringing a suitcase or backpack that weighs under 20kg.
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I haven’t ever camped before. Can you tell me more about the beach camping?
Sleeping in a tent on the beach will be one of the most unique and incredible things you will get to experience. It is a private beach with a purpose-built shelter to protect you from the weather. Each tent comes with a mattress, pillow & sheet and can fit 2 people. There is nothing like waking up on a deserted island, watching the sunrise and going for a morning swim.
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Where do we spend the first night of the tour?
We stay at the award winning Z Hostel in Makati.
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I want to go diving in El Nido, is there the option to do it while on the tour?
Since dive boats usually head out early in the day and there’s only one free afternoon in El Nido, you would need to miss an included activity to participate in a diving trip. However there’s usually at least a few people from every tour who have a few days to spare at the end of the trip who stay in El Nido to go diving.
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Can you cater for my dietary requirements on this trip?
Yes, we can cater for most dietary requirements. Please notify us prior to arriving on day 1 so we can arrange this for you.
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Can we swim with whale sharks on the tour?
The main opportunity to swim with whale sharks in the Philippines is located in Cebu which is a different island to Palawan and Coron where we visit on tour. While we don’t support or include whale shark swimming on tour, there are ethical opportunities within the Philippines and should you travel further around the country once the tour has finished your guide can help advise you on the best places to do so.
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What is the age range of this tour?
We have an age range of 18 – 45 years of age. Most of our guests are aged between 21-35 years old are looking to experience our adventurous “flashpacking” style of travel. Our tours are perfect for people of different backgrounds to share travel experiences with like-minded fellow travellers.
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Will I have the same tour guide throughout the tour?
We try our best to ensure you have the same tour guide for the full 14 days, however, sometimes there may be a change in guide at the end of the 10 day tour.
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Do you include any meals on this tour?
Yes, we include 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 2 dinners.
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Does it matter what time I arrive on day 1 in order to be picked up from the airport?
You can arrive at any time on day 1, but if you arrive after 3pm your tour guide won’t be able to personally collect you. Instead they will arrange your car and meet you at the hostel for your first night.
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How much spending money do you recommend for this tour?
We recommend a minimum of $500 AUD for the full fourteen days, but it depends on what kind of spender you are. We include a spending guide in your welcome pack. You can withdraw from ATMs at various points throughout the tour, but we recommend withdrawing plenty of cash in Manila since you cannot rely on the ATMs in Palawan. This Cost of Living website gives accurate prices of all the basics in the Philippines, including food and alcohol.
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How big are your group sizes?
Our groups are capped at 22 people maximum.
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Do I have to have travel insurance to come on a tour?
Travel insurance on all One Life Adventures trips is compulsory and we will check for it on tour, if you do not have travel insurance when you arrive on your tour you will not be able to continue without purchasing it.
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What's the general age range on your tours?
We have an age range of 18 – 45 years of age. Most of our guests are aged between 21-35 years old are looking to experience our adventurous “flashpacking” style of travel. Our tours are perfect for people of different backgrounds to share travel experiences with like-minded fellow travellers.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, we do. We cannot guarantee single sex rooming arrangements in multi-share accommodation (e.g. shared dormitory hostels), but twin share rooms will always be single sex.
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Free Date Changes
One Life Adventures allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
One Life Adventures allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform one life adventures, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
One Life Adventures requires a minimum deposit of 200 AUD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of one life adventures charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.