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Philippines Island Hopper

Manila → Boracay 17 days Up to 20

About this trip

Seventeen days moving through the Philippines by boat, on foot and in the water, covering canyoneering, wreck diving and island camping across some of the country's best-known coastal spots.

You'll shift between adrenaline days and slow beach days, from canopy walks with wide views to sleeping out under the stars on a castaway-style night, then on to Boracay for a livelier finish.

It's a moderate-paced adventure trip built around water and islands, with traditional banca boats doing much of the inter-island travel.

What you'll do

  • Canyoneer through the turquoise waterfalls of Kawasan Falls
  • Snorkel shipwrecks in Coron's clear water
  • Swim with turtles and see the sardine run in Moalboal
  • Sleep under the stars on a castaway-style beach night
  • Island-hop by traditional banca boat
  • Try paddle boarding and parasailing on Boracay
Good to know
  • Moderate activity level with canyoneering, snorkelling and some hiking involved
  • Overnight camping is part of the itinerary, not just hotel stays
  • Ends on Boracay, a busier and more social island than the rest of the route
What travellers actually say

Worth it if you want hassle-free island logistics and a guide who genuinely cares. Think twice if you need a quiet, independent travel experience.

  • Guide AJ consistently praised across all reviews for warmth, organisation, and going above and beyond logistics and personal support.
  • Excellent value: many included activities and meals, plus adventure experiences like zip-lining and canyoneering built into itinerary.
  • Seventeen days involves frequent connecting flights, boats, and drives between islands; tightly coordinated but potentially tiring travel schedule.
  • Strong group bonding reported; best suited to first-time solo travellers or those seeking communal tour experience, not independent explorers.

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Tour dupe
Same trip, less money
£644 less all-in
West Philippines Adventure
4.8from £1,06010 days
The trade-off: 7 fewer nights, and a different operator.
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Best month to go

Departing in Oct is cheapest — from £1,645, about 20% below the priciest month (Aug).

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Getting there

Manila
One-way · arrive 1 Oct 26

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Where to stay

A night before your tour in Manila · 1 Oct2 Oct

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