Philippine Palawan Island Hopping Odyssey

Today you will fly to Manila, which is the capital of the Philippines and is the home to many significant architectural and cultural landmarks of the country. On arrival, your guide will welcome you at the arrival hall and transfer you to your hotel with a private car and driver. 

Today you will fly to Puerto Princesa. On arrival, you will take a private transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Enjoy your free time until your driver comes and escort you to the airport for your onward flight.

Explore the charming capital city of Palawan with a leisurely tour of Puerto Princesa's historic landmarks and scenic waterfront attractions. Begin at the iconic Immaculate Conception Cathedral (Katedral ng Kalinis-linisang Paglilihi), a beautiful blue-domed church dating back to 1872 that serves as the city's spiritual center. Admire its distinctive architecture featuring turquoise and white façade, intricate stained glass windows and peaceful interior that reflects the deep Catholic heritage of the Philippines. Visit Plaza Cuartel, a historical site with poignant significance as the former garrison of the Philippine Constabulary and the tragic location of the Palawan Massacre during World War II. Today, this memorial park features well-maintained gardens, historical markers and remnants of the old structure, serving as a place of remembrance and reflection. Continue to Mendoza Park, a pleasant urban green space in the heart of the city where locals gather to relax, featuring shaded walkways, benches and a glimpse of everyday Puerto Princesa life. End your day at the scenic Baywalk, a picturesque waterfront promenade stretching along Puerto Princesa Bay. Stroll along the palm-lined walkway, enjoy refreshing sea breezes, watch local fishermen and boats, and take in beautiful sunset views (weather permitting) over the bay. The Baywalk area also offers various dining options where you can sample local cuisine.

Discover the crystal-clear waters and pristine islands of Honda Bay, one of Puerto Princesa's most popular marine destinations. This island-hopping adventure takes you to four beautiful islands, each offering unique experiences and stunning tropical scenery. Visit Arreceffi Island (Dos Palmas), a picturesque island resort surrounded by vibrant coral reefs perfect for snorkeling among colorful tropical fish and marine life. Continue to Starfish Island, famous for its shallow turquoise waters where you can spot numerous starfish in their natural habitat - an ideal location for swimming and photography. Explore Luli Island (short for "Lulubog-Lilitaw," meaning "sinking-rising"), a unique sandbar island that appears and disappears with the tides, offering excellent snorkeling opportunities around its coral gardens and a chance to enjoy the surrounding seascape. Complete your island adventure at Cowrie Island, a developed island with facilities including beach loungers, cottages and a restaurant, where you can relax on white sand beaches, swim in calm waters and enjoy the laid-back island atmosphere.

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang while experiencing one of the Philippines' most remarkable natural wonders - the Puerto Princesa Underground River National Park (Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park), a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. This extraordinary park features a spectacular limestone karst mountain landscape with an 8.2-kilometre-long navigable underground river that flows directly into the sea, making it one of the longest underground rivers in the world. Board a shared paddle boat (traditional canoe-style vessel) with other visitors and glide into the mystical subterranean cave system, where your guide will navigate through the darkness illuminated only by headlamps. Marvel at the cathedral-like chambers filled with impressive stalactite and stalagmite formations in various shapes and sizes, some resembling religious figures, animals and natural sculptures created over millions of years. Listen to the echoes within the cavern and observe the unique ecosystem that includes bats, swiftlets and other cave-dwelling creatures. The boat journey through the underground river typically lasts 45 minutes to 1 hour, showcasing nature's extraordinary geological artistry. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, where you can savor authentic Filipino cuisine and fresh seafood dishes. After your underground river adventure, continue your journey with drop-off at your accommodation in Sabang, allowing you to seamlessly transition to your next destination.

Day of leisure. Relax at your hotel or explore the surrounding area.

You will take a transfer from Sabang Beach Puerto Princesa to El Nido.

Tour A is most beloved because it will bring you to see not one but two of three beautiful lagoons located around Miniloc Island: either Small Lagoon or Big Lagoon, and Secret Lagoon.  Swimming and snorkeling there is just amazing.  Clear water, numerous fishes… you name it! Tour A will then take you to Shimizu island, where you can snorkel and see corals and/or relax on the white sand beach. This is also where, most of the time, your boat will stop for lunch. With its great limestone cliffs covered with vegetation, a representative of the geological beauty of El Nido. At the end of the day, the tour will stop of 7 Commando Beach, which has a long white sand beach, and where you can also find a little bar that will serve you refreshing drinks. While snorkeling there, you may encounter a few sea turtles, so keep your eyes open!

What makes Tour B especially enjoyable for every tourist visiting El Nido has to do with the variety of sites it will bring you to.  So let’s have a closer look to everyone of them and make a list of all the fun activities you will have during your day!

El Nido island hopping Tour B starts with the visit of Vigan island, commonly named “Snake island” because of its sandbar.  This site is pretty unique in the Bacuit archipelago, and there is not doubt that you will enjoy the feeling of walking in the middle of the sea!

Your journey will continue with Pinagbuyutan island, which is also known as Ellis island.  This island is mostly made of the famous limestone, which formed 125 millions years ago, but there is a beautiful beach on the side facing Malapacao island.  This is were we will stop, so you can relax on the beach, or jump into the water and enjoy some snorkeling!

On Entalula beach, which is located up north of El Nido, you will discover a long white beach sand borded with tropical vegetations.  Did you say paradise?  Yes, this is!

Tour B will also bring you to Cudugnon caves, an important archeological site where potteries dating from the Sung Dynasty (960-1279) have been discovered.  This site was also used by locals during World War II, to hide from the Japanese invaders.

The last stop of your island hopping Tour B will be decicated to snorkeling.  Just put on your mask and snorkel and be ready to admire the colorful fishes, the corals and maybe even some turtles swimming around!

Enjoy hassle-free transportation between El Nido and Coron with our private transfer service. Your journey begins with a comfortable pickup from your El Nido hotel, followed by transfer to the departure point. We'll arrange either flight(subject to availability) or ferry if flights are fully booked, ensuring you reach your destination in Coron smoothly. Upon arrival in Coron, a private vehicle will be waiting to transfer you directly to your hotel.

Go on a day of relaxation and discovery in this tour of Coron, where you'll be able to visit its idyllic islands and lakes and explore all the fun activities it has in store! Start off your day by soaking up the morning sun on the powdery white sands of CYC Beach or taking a refreshing dip in its cool, crystal clear waters before going for some snorkeling in the Coral Garden for thriving corals and diverse marine species. Enjoy a tasty lunchtime picnic at Atwayan Beach to reenergize and go snorkeling at Siete Pecados, you'll end the tour with some time at Kayangan Lake, known as the cleanest lake in the Philippines. Be sure to take photos of this gorgeous lake, with its mixture of turquoise and light-green waters, as well as the sturdy trees and towering limestone formations that surround this picturesque beauty!

The Reefs and Wrecks Adventure Tours takes you to discover some of the most interesting snorkelling spots in Coron, Busuanga. You will go to the different destinations either marked by the history of World War 2 in Palawan or reflecting the natural wonders of this part of the Philippines.

The tour includes the following spots:East Tangat Gunboat,Pass Island,Lusong Coral Garden,Lusong Gunboat

Enjoy your free time until your driver comes and escort you to the airport for your onward flight.