About this trip
This is a private, independent route through Palawan, starting in Manila and finishing in Coron, with El Nido in between. Over 11 days you move between city, coast and islands, with accommodation, transfers, activities and internal flights all arranged for you.
Expect snorkelling in clear water, a night camping on the beach, and time paddling through limestone caves by kayak. It's built around slow evenings and good sunsets rather than a packed schedule.
You travel as yourself or your own group rather than joining others, so the pace and company are entirely your own — though you won't have one guide accompanying you the whole way through.
What you'll do
- Take in Manila's city life before heading to the islands
- Snorkel the clear waters around El Nido
- Camp overnight on a beach under the stars
- Kayak through limestone caves
- Island hop between Palawan's bays and lagoons
- Finish the trip exploring Coron
- This is a private, independent trip — not a group tour, and you won't have the same guide throughout
- Easy pace, suited to families or anyone wanting island time without a packed itinerary
- Accommodation, transfers, activities and internal flights are included
Worth it if you prioritise landscapes, group camaraderie and guide quality. Think twice if you need consistently high-standard accommodation.
- Guide Jovain is genuinely exceptional: organised, attentive, handles group dynamics and personal issues with real skill and warmth.
- Food is fresh and excellent throughout, featuring local specialities like adobo, sisig and lechon; exceeds expectations.
- Accommodation varies wildly: some hotels serve poor breakfasts, rooms are small, occasionally unclean despite company's claims.
- El Nido to Coron boat leg (3 days) stands out as a genuine highlight with attentive crew and skilled cook.
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Manila · 20 Jul – 21 Jul
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