A Philippine Fling

Puerto Princesa | El Nido | Coron | Cebu
Backpacking Group Trips for 18-39 Year Olds
Duration

10 days

Food

9 Breakfasts

Group Size

12-18 People

Accommodation

Hostel

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

DAY 1: Puerto Princessa
Kamusta, Philippines fam! Once you land in Puerto Princesa, check in the hotel for two nights.Puerto Princesa, Palawan is straight-up paradise! Think pristine beaches, lush jungles, and the mind-blowing underground river. Perfect for catching some epic vibes and snapping fire pics.
Evening will be at leisure for you to get some rest.
DAY 2: Underground River Tour
Ready for an epic adventure? Picture this: cruising through the world’s biggest underground river also a UNESCO World Heritage Site! You’ll hop on a boat and cruise through a jaw-dropping cave system with stunning rock formations and crystal-clear waters. The tour guides are super fun and knowledgeable, sharing cool facts and stories about the cave’s history and geology It’s like stepping into another world—totally magical and unforgettable!
 
DAY 3: Puerto Princesa to El Nido
Today’s Agenda: We check out and catch a shuttle to El Nido. Once we touch down, check in at your chill, quirky hostel. Then, as the sun dips down, we’re hitting up one of those hidden beach lounges for unreal sunsets, upbeat music, and vibes that are straight-up magical. Oh, and did I mention they’ve got happy hour? Let’s make tonight legendary!
 
DAY 4: El Nido Island Hopping Boat Party
Gear up for an epic island hopping adventure with this lit boat tour hitting up the most insta-worthy spots in El Nido! We will be visiting lagoons, islands, coves and also have a beach picnic lunch.
Lounge on water hammocks or dive into the underwater wonderland with the snorkeling gear available. But wait, there’s more! Get your groove on as the DJ spins your favorite beats, keeping the party vibes alive. For those looking to unwind with a drink, alcoholic beverages and drinking water will be available on board (at additional cost)
DAY 5: El Nido to Coron
It’s time to bid farewell to El Nido as we hop aboard the ferry to Coron Island. When you arrive, get ready to check into this ultra-cool hostel with a killer rooftop lounge boasting stunning sea views. Picture yourself sipping your drink during happy hour as the sun sets in the background, with an upbeat music setting the vibe. It’s like being whisked away to one of the Greek islands! And don’t miss out on the nightly events hosted by the hostel – the perfect opportunity to mingle with fellow backpackers from all over the world!
 
DAY 6: Coron Ultimate Tour
Get ready to vibe with the best of Coron on this lit island-hopping tour! Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Kayangan Lake, vibe with the marine life at Barracuda Lake, and soak in the epic scenery at Twin Lagoon. Snorkel with the fishes at Skeleton Wreck and Coral Garden, then paddle out on a kayak (at additional cost) for some chill vibes. Swim, snorkel, and soak up the sun—it’s all about those island adventures!
 
DAY 7: Coron to Cebu
Today board your flight to Cebu. Check into the hotel for a three-night stay, then get ready to hit the town for some nightlife vibes.
But hey, don’t stay out too late—we’ve got an epic early morning adventure lined up for tomorrow!
DAY 8: Canyoneering + Sardine Run
Today, we head for an epic Marine experience that is a Sardine Run where you swim with literally millions of sardines – perfect for an insane footage for your socials.
Later we head for Canyoneering at Kawasan Falls! Non-stop action in a tropical jungle with unreal ‘Gatorade Blue’ water through a canyon. Jump off cliffs, swing from the ropes into the water, slide down rocks, and swim in stunning blue pools. If you’re into nature and heart-pounding adventure, this is where you want to be!
DAY 9: Optional Swimming with Whales Sharks
Swimming with whale sharks in Oslob, Philippines, is a surreal experience where you get to swim with these gentle giants up close. But heads up, while it’s an epic adventure, the increased tourism is impacting their natural behavior and habitat. This is an optional tour at an additional cost.
 
Day 10: DAY OF DEPARTURE
Today, time to say good bye to thiis Filipino Adventure and to everyone as our trip comes to an end until we meet again. Pinkie promise to stay in touch and meet up for our next lit adventure in a new country. See you soon! Paalam, Kita Kits!!
 

Trip Date & Prices

Book Before
Price
35 days before departure
INR 68,800/-
Until Spots are Available
INR 70,500/-
Book Before
Price
35 days before departure
INR 68,800/-
Until Spots are Available
INR 70,500/-

Accommodation: (A mix of hotels and quirky hostels to give you a backpacking experience)

– 2 Night accommodation in Puerto Princessa in a 3/4 star hotel
– 2 Nights accommodation in El Nido in a super cool chic hostel
– 2 Nights accommodation in Coroin in a super cool chic hostel
– 3 Nights accommodation in Cebu in a 3/4 star hotel

Meals

– 9 breakfasts
– 4 lunch (local cuisine)

Transfers: (A mix of local traditional transfers and private transfers to give you a backpacking experience)

– Puerto Princesa to El Nido by shuttle bus
– El Nido to Coron by ferry
– Ferry to Coron hostel by Tuk Tuk
– Coron Hostel to Coron Busuanga Airport by shuttle
– Coron to Cebu by flight (10 kg +7 kg baggage allowance)
– Cebu Airport to Hotel

Activities: (A varied experience of island hopping and water based adventure activities filled with adrenaline rush)

– Puerto Princesa Underground River National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
– El Nido Island Hopping with Snorkeling, Kayaking, Water Trampoline and DJ music
– Coron Island and Lake Hopping Tour – Kayangan Lake, Barracuda Lake, Twin lagoon, Snorkeling at Skeleton Wreck and Coral Garden etc.
– Canyoneering experience in Moalboal – Cliff Jumping, Swinging from ropes, – Swimming in blue pools, sliding from rocks and a lot more!
– Snorkeling – Sardine Run Experience in Moalboal
– Kawasan Falls Nightlife

Assistance from our travel experts throughout the trip

A lot of friends, memories, and adventures!

Trip FAQs

Visas and flights are not included as we have travelers coming from different cities of the country and the flight cost varies depending on the city of departure. However we would be guiding you for booking flights and applying for visas.

If your visa gets rejected you can reapply (if time permits) with the help of the visa consultant. Based on the reason for visa rejection you will be guided to add/change certain documents for re-submission. We generally suggest everyone to apply for visas as early as possible so that there is buffer of time to reapply in case of rejection. In case it gets rejected the second time then we refund the money back minus the deposit amount.

Yes. Based on the city you live in we would get you connected with a reliable visa consultant who can guide you through the visa documentations. Along with that we would be providing the necessary vouchers you would require for visa processing.
We need a minimum of 9 or more travelers for the Trip Buddy to accompany. Incase there are lesser travelers, local drivers and guides are provided + constant backend support from the team is provided.
Intercity travel will be by trains or bus or flight. And intra-city travel will be by local metros/trams/buses to get a pure #livelikealocal experience.

We will be staying at hostels since it is a true backpacking experience. The hostels will have 6 – 8 bed dorms.

Yes. Based on the city you live in we would get you connected with a reliable visa consultant who can guide you through the visa documentations. Along with that we would be providing the necessary vouchers you would require for visa processing.

 

You can extend your trip before or after the group trip dates. We can recommend you and guide you about the places that you can visit.

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