Discover Philippines

Welcome to the Philippines! Upon your arrival at Manila airport, your group leader will be there ready and waiting to take you back to our hotel. Tonight we will have a welcome dinner and drinks with the rest of the Wanderlands Groupies, but today is about relaxing and settling in after that long flight, so hit the streets for some shopping or just head out to explore some of the local sites. Overnight in Manila.

Today it’s a group breakfast and orientation talk so we can give you a full run down of what you can expect from your Wanderlands Philippines trip. Bellies full we board our first flight of the tour, off to the stunning Boracay island. After a short boat ride we will check-in and head down to the world famous white sand beach. Lets get some cocktails! Overnight in Boracay.

The ocean is calling, time to hit the water on our very own local sailing boat to cruise around the beautiful island of Boracay. We get the chance to explore some hidden beaches and snorkel in the blue quartz waters, and we will enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. In the evening, we enjoy our meal and party. Overnight in Boracay.

Time to relax and work on topping up our tans at Boracay beach. Today is for full on beach chill out vibes, so grab yourself a beer or a fancy cocktail, lounge about or even play some beach games in the sun for a while as we all enjoy this stunning setting which has been listed as one of the worlds best beaches! Overnight in Boracay.

Now that the is R&R over it’s time to get on the move again, so get ready for a long day of travelling. Today where we board another quick one-hour flight to Cebu. From Cebu we drive four-hours to Moalboal, which is our home for the next three nights. Once checked in we will have time to explore the area and enjoy a well earned dinner and an early night after such a long day.

Visit sights such as the Magellan’s Cross and the Basilica of Santo Niño, where you will see one of the city's oldest relics: the statue of the Santo Niño (Holy Child). Learn about the history of the city with a visit to Casa Gorordo Museum and Fort San Pedro before going to the iconic Taoist Temple and the Lapu-Lapu Shrine. The tour ends at the Guitar Factory. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure, exploring one of the many malls and markets of the city. Overnight in Cebu.

Early depart at 3:00 AM, proceed with Close encounter with the gentle giants – be captivated as you watch friendly creatures of the sea. Take pleasure in watching & swimming with this gentle whale sharks; a once in a lifetime experience. Kawasan Falls A Cozy trek, A Peaceful River, A gentle hush of rushing ice cool water, All This and more in Badian’s Kawasan falls! Kawasan Falls is a popular get away destination in the southern part of cebu. With its lush tropical trees and plants everywhere, peaceful flow of the river as it gracefully rushes to the distant sea, the sound of the waterfalls on the background, you will surely enjoy the cool and deep fresh water and everything around just seems so relaxed, simple and very serene. Just nature as is should be. Prepare going back to Cebu Hotel Overnight in Cebu.

Today you will take advantage of your free time on this wonderful island where there’s no shortage of activities! Locally, the island is well known as a snorkel and scuba paradise, with great opportunities to see dolphins and whales. Bohol is also home to the endangered tarsier, one of the world’s smallest primates. Be sure not to miss the Chocolate Hills, one of the island’s most interesting attractions. Nature lovers will be enchanted by the opportunity to go firefly kayaking by night on the Abatan River in nearby Maribojoc, or take a leisurely kayak ride by day to admire the island’s beautiful scenery on the Loboc River. You can also visit the marine sanctuary at Pamilacan Island, a short 45-minute boat ride from Bohol, to marvel at wild dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. For history buffs, the island has plenty of old stone churches and world heritage sites. The choices are endless! Overnight in Cebu.

In the morning, take the short flight from Cebu to Puerto Princesa (approximately 1.5 hours). On arrival in Puerto Princesa airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Visit nearby places in evening. Overnight in Palawan.

Your guide and driver will pick you up at around 07:00-0730 and transfer you to Sabang. Travel time is about 2 hours. Today, you will enjoy a 1-hour boat trip at Underground river to enjoy a world Heritage site, this natural wonder features an 8.2 kilometres navigable Underground River, reputed to be longest that winds through the spectacular cave before emptying out in the South China Sea. This is a join-in tour with an English-speaking guide. Cathedral chambers, wide hallways and interesting geological formations greet the wide eyed-visitor to the grotto hidden beneath the Saint Paul Mountain. At the mount of the cave, ancient trees growing right of the water’s edge frames a clear lagoon. Monkeys, monitor lizards and squirrels find their niche on the beach near the cave. Visitors can also enjoy bird watching, mountain trekking, a mangrove paddle boat tour and exploring the deeper part of the forest (to be paid on spot). Back to your hotel after the tour.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and get transferred to El Nido. Upon arrival in El Nido, you will be dropped-off at your accommodation for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to settle-in. Overnight in El Nido.

Explore breathtaking lagoons and unspoiled beaches with the El Nido Island Hopping Tour. Visit incredible sites such as the Big and Small Lagoons, which are some of El Nido’s pride. Their limestone walls serving as backdrop to sparkling turquoise waters never fail to amaze travelers.

Venture into the dreamy world of the Secret Lagoon, a tiny island enclosed within limestone cliffs. Relax along the stretch of sandy white beach of Seven Commandos, named after the seven Japanese commandos who inhabited the island after World War II. And of course, you’ll be visiting the awe-inspiring Simizu Island, which completes your experience of the beautiful paradise of El Nido. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in El Nido.

This morning head off on a full day snorkeling trip, island hopping off El Nido. Pass by jagged limestone islands, rocky coves, virgin rain forest and white sandy beaches. The snorkeling is just as spectacular, with beautiful coral and many different species of colourful fish. After an included lunch, venture out on various trips to lagoons throughout the afternoon. Your evening is then free to do as you wish.

This morning you will check out from your accommodations in El Nido and be transferred to the Puerto Princesa airport to catch your flight to Manila. After arrive at Manila International airport, take a flight back to your onward journey.