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Philippines Tour 10 days - One Life Adventures

06.04.2026

€1.445,00

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Overview

The Philippines really is an unbeatable destination. If you're looking for authentic experiences on the world's most incredible tropical islands, then this is the trip for you.

One Life Adventures is incredibly proud of this action-packed tour as it was the very first destination they ran their trips in! Since then, they've put together the ultimate 10-day Philippines trip where you'll explore a UNESCO World Heritage-listed underground river, visit some of the world's most ground-breaking island-hopping destinations, cook with locals, climb coconut palms and even stay in a private beach camp.

Relax under the stars and snorkel with turtles in Port Barton, float in the crystal clear emerald waters and marvel at the majestic limestone cliffs in El Nido. This is a destination you definitely shouldn't miss. Did we mention it was voted the No. 1 tour in the Philippines and Asia?

Book now and thank us later!

* You and your travelling buddies will host your pyjama parties in twin or 4-bed dormitories - from boutique hostels and hotels to traditional Filipino bungalows and tents on the beach. For an extra charge, you can move into a private twin, double or single room for the duration of your trip.

You have more days? This tour is also available as a 14-day trip (Philippines Tour 14 days).

Detailed information about the tour and accommodation can be found below and in the tour PDF. This can be found further down on this page.

Duration of the journey: 10 days / 9 nights

Start: Manila

End: El Nido

Transport: Minibus, jeeps, Filipino “trike”, boats, domestic flight

Meals: 9x breakfast, 5x lunch, 3x dinner

Group size: max. 22 travellers

Accommodation: Boutique hostels & great hotels - twin and quadruple rooms

Single room supplement: 300.00 EUR (please specify in notes; availability must be checked)

Age range: 18-39+ years

International flights to and from the destination are not included in the price. We will be happy to provide you with a non-binding flight offer. Simply send us an enquiry.

Duration

10 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Languages

English

Group Size

22 people

Included/Excluded

9 overnight stays
9x breakfast, 5x lunch, 2x dinner
UNESCO Underground River
Island hopping in Port Barton
Campfire on the beach
Snorkelling with turtles
Visit waterfalls
Attending school (depending on school holidays)
Cultural day
Island hopping in El Nido
Canopy hike
1 hour massage

International flights
Travel insurance
Visa
some meals

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Tour PDF

Included/Excluded

9 overnight stays
9x breakfast, 5x lunch, 2x dinner
UNESCO Underground River
Island hopping in Port Barton
Campfire on the beach
Snorkelling with turtles
Visit waterfalls
Attending school (depending on school holidays)
Cultural day
Island hopping in El Nido
Canopy hike
1 hour massage

International flights
Travel insurance
Visa
some meals

Tour Itinerary

Arrival in Manila! Let's go's!

You can arrive in Manila at any time and we will pick you up at the airport. We'll take you through the winding streets to our boutique hostel in the centre of Manila. Settle into your accommodation and meet up with the rest of the group in the evening for a delicious welcome dinner at a local eatery. After dinner, you can enjoy a few drinks on the rooftop terrace with a view of the Manila skyline. If you're in the mood to party, there's the option to visit some of Manila's famous nightlife spots and have a good time at our favourite bars.

Accommodation: Z Hostel - Dorm with 4 beds

Activity: Welcome dinner

Meals: Dinner

Palawan here we come!

We are on our way to Palawan! Start your day with a leisurely breakfast and then take a short flight to Puerto Princesa. You'll have some free time to take a refreshing dip in the pool, enjoy a relaxing massage or just chill out. In the evening, we'll have dinner in a local restaurant in this charming coastal town.

Accommodation: Canvas Boutique Hotel - twin/double room

Meals: Breakfast

Underground River Time

An early start today. After a delicious breakfast, we drive to the UNESCO-protected Underground River. We'll explore the 5 miles of rivers and caves by boat before travelling over dirt roads to the remote and stunning fishing village of Port Barton. Here you'll feel like you've arrived in paradise, but trust us, it gets better! Spend the afternoon with a fresh sip of coconut water. Tonight we sleep in traditional Filipino beach bungalows and listen to the sound of the ocean outside the door.

Accommodation: Elsa's Cottages - twin/double room

Activities: UNESCO Underground River

Optional activities: Massage, SUP

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

The Island Experience - Private Beach Camp

Over the next 2 days, we will experience the way of life of the locals on the islands as part of our Island Experience. After breakfast, we board our boat with our local guides and spend 2 days exploring the islands and the area around Port Barton. We snorkel on coral reefs and next to turtles, shower in jungle waterfalls, explore tiny islands and just take it all in. In the evening, we meet around the fire at our own little beach bar and watch the spectacular sunset for which this area is famous. Perfect! You don't have to worry about food either, as our local guides provide a feast of grilled fish, pork, rice, vegetables and fruit. Tonight you'll sleep in a tent right on the beach in paradise.

Accommodation: Beach Camp - two-person tents

Activities: Island hopping, campfire on the beach, visit to waterfalls, visit to a school (depending on school holidays)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Island Experience - Private Beach Camp

See day 4 :)

Meals: Lunch

Departure for El Nido

After breakfast, you'll have some time to enjoy the spectacular surroundings before we hop in a van and make our way to El Nido. When we get there, you'll see why Palawan has been voted the most beautiful archipelago in the world. Surrounded by islands and towering cliffs, El Nido is a secret paradise where we can count ourselves lucky. Once you've got your jaw off the floor, we check into Palawan's wackiest hostel. This chic hostel, run exclusively by One Life, looks more like a boutique hotel than a backpacker hostel! Settle in and head to our favourite beach restaurant in the evening to eat and have fun with the One Life family.

Accommodation: Spin Designer Hostel - Dorm with 4 beds

Optional activities: Massage

Cultural day

It's time to experience and immerse ourselves in the unique Filipino culture. A short jungle hike introduces us to the flora and fauna of the lush rainforest before we arrive at our exclusive beach hut for a day of fun. Today's programme includes activities ranging from preparing authentic Filipino dishes, climbing coconut trees, traditional Filipino stick fighting, shaving coconuts, learning Filipino dances and children's games to weaving coconut leaves. Afterwards, we relax on the breathtaking beach of Las Cabanas to enjoy the incredible sunset, where you can optionally float on the zipline. An exciting adventure where you fly over the ocean between two islands. A day you're sure not to forget!

Accommodation: Spin Designer Hostel - Dorm with 4 beds

Activities: Cultural day

Optional activities: Zipline, SUP

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Island hopping

This morning we board our boat, which will take us to all the spectacular little islands in the bay. You'll discover the most beautiful islands and the bluest water you've ever seen. Snorkel with your new friends and feast on the freshly prepared food on board. This is truly a once in a lifetime experience.

Accommodation: Spin Designer Hostel - Dorm with 4 beds

Activities: El Nido Island-Hopping

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

El Nido City

Today we take a short walk to the famous cliffs above El Nido, from where we have the best view of the incredible bay and Cadlao Island. After all that exercise, you need a little time out! That's why we offer you a traditional Filipino massage near the beach to loosen up your muscles. Take some time today to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Explore the city and get to know some friendly locals.

Accommodation: Spin Designer Hostel - Dorm with 4 beds

Activities: Canopy hike, 1 hour massage

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Time to say goodbye

Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end! For those of you who have booked your onward journey, it's time to say goodbye. The rest of us jump in a minivan back to Puerto Princesa, where we end our journey. You can also fly back to Manila from a small airport in El Nido. This is a little more expensive, but you don't have to travel back to Puerto Princesa for the flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Highlights

Camping overnight
2 days / 1 night Island-hopping adventure in Port Barton
Visit to a school
UNESCO Underground River
cultural day
Massages
Panoramic hike
Waterfall
Snorkelling with turtles
Island hopping in El Nido

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, many of our participants are travelling alone. When you join our trip, you immediately become part of a group and have the opportunity to meet other adventurers. It's a fantastic opportunity to make new friends and share unforgettable experiences together!

You can secure your tour with a deposit of 200 EUR. The balance is not due until 45 days before the start of the tour. However, if you book within 45 days of the tour start date, the full tour price is payable immediately. This means you can plan your trip flexibly and look forward to your adventure!

If you make an enquiry, we will then contact you by phone to discuss all the details for preparing the offer. For example, we will clarify whether you need a flight offer and discuss all the important travel topics with you. You will then receive a personalised offer from your travel consultant by email. This ensures that all your wishes are taken into account and that you are well informed.

After your booking, you will receive a tour confirmation and your flight documents if you have booked the flight through us. You will be given access to a packing list and to online groups where you can exchange ideas with other participants. Your tour guide will contact you around 2-4 weeks before the start of the tour and provide you with final details about your journey and the start of the tour. This way you are well prepared and can network with your fellow travellers in advance.

As the group participants are travelling from many different countries, the flights to and from the tour are booked individually and are not included in the tour price. We will be happy to create and send you a suitable flight offer. Simply make a non-binding enquiry or let us know in the notes when booking and we will send you a flight offer once your booking has been finalised. This way you can ensure that you get the best possible flight for your needs and that your journey goes smoothly.

Where should I fly to:
Manila International Airport (MNL)

Latest arrival time:
You can arrive at any time on the first day of the tour. However, a welcome dinner is planned in the evening, which is why you should be at your first accommodation before 6 pm if possible so as not to miss it. This way you can get to know the other participants right at the start and have a relaxed start to your adventure.

Airport transfer:
The airport transfer on your arrival is already included in the price. You will be picked up at the airport and taken to your first accommodation in comfort. So you can start your trip relaxed and don't have to worry about organising transport.

Your triplanet team will also be happy to put together a suitable flight offer for you.

Where should I take off:
The tour ends in El Nido and the nearest airport is El Nido Airport (ENI). However, we recommend booking your international flight from Manila (MNL), as this is usually much cheaper.

You can either fly directly from El Nido with the airline Air Swift. Otherwise, we will cover the cost of public transport back to Puerto Princesa, which takes 6 hours. If you want to fly from Puerto Princesa, please make sure that you have booked a flight after 3pm. Please also plan your international flight from Manila accordingly. The triplanet team will be happy to help you with the planning and booking.

Earliest departure time:
Departure on the last day of the tour is possible at any time.

Airport transfer:
The airport transfer after the end of the tour is not included in the price, as many participants travel on individually within the country. However, your guide will be happy to organise a transfer for you on site for a small fee. This way you can finish your trip relaxed and worry-free. Simply speak to your guide to clarify the details and book the transfer.

Your triplanet team will also be happy to put together a suitable flight offer for you.

Please note that we have a 20kg checked baggage limit on our domestic flight from Manila to Palawan. If you need to check in more luggage at the airport, you can do so, but it can be very expensive. We recommend bringing a suitcase or backpack that weighs less than 20kg.

Yes, we can arrange this for you. An extra night in a single room costs 55.00 EUR, in a shared room it costs 35.00 EUR. This way you can start your trip relaxed and feel at home right from the start. You can also get to know other travellers in advance.

Yes, this is possible. Please make an enquiry and indicate in the notes that you would like a single room. We will then check availability and let you know the exact price.

Otherwise, you may share a room with another participant. Some rooms may be triple rooms and in rare cases quadruple rooms. You can find more information about the accommodation in the tour PDF.

Care is taken to ensure that, if possible, you are allocated to a room with a person of the same sex.

Our tour participants come from all over the world! On our trips, you will meet adventurers from different countries and cultures, which makes every tour a unique and enriching experience. This diversity makes for exciting conversations and new friendships that last beyond the trip.

As a rule, 20-30% of participants come from German-speaking countries. Other frequent countries of origin are the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, the UK, Australia, Brazil and Japan.

Yes, you can get in touch with other participants before the trip via various online platforms. You will be given access to these platforms after your booking or around 4 weeks before the start of the tour. This allows you to exchange ideas in advance and maybe even find travel partners for the journey!

Yes, the tour offers a good mix of included activities and free time. You have the option of doing something either with the other participants or on your own. The guide always has great tips for your free time. If you don't want to take part in an activity, that's no problem. Just let the guide know. This way, you can organise your trip entirely according to your wishes.

As the dive boats usually leave early in the day and there is only one free afternoon in El Nido, you would have to skip one of the activities on offer to take part in a diving trip. However, there are usually at least a few people from each tour who have a few days left at the end of the trip and stay in El Nido to dive.

Sleeping in a tent on the beach is one of the most unique and incredible experiences you will have. It's a private beach with a specially built shelter to protect you from the weather. Each tent comes with a mattress, pillow and sheet and sleeps 2 people. There's nothing better than waking up on a deserted island, watching the sunrise and taking a morning dip.

The main opportunity to swim with whale sharks is on Cebu, a different island to Palawan, which we visit on our tour. Although we do not endorse or include swimming with whale sharks on our tour, there are ethical opportunities in the Philippines. Should you wish to continue travelling around the country after the tour, your guide can advise you on the best places to do so.

Don't worry if your English is not perfect. The tour guides are used to working with participants whose native language is not English and will adapt accordingly. There are also often many participants from German-speaking countries, which can make communication easier.

You can find more useful information on this topic in our BLOG.

You have various options for the meals that are not included. You can join the group and go out to eat together. The guide always has excellent tips for restaurants that offer good value for money. Of course, you are also free to go out to eat on your own or with other participants. There are numerous inexpensive and good options on site to cater for you. This gives you the flexibility to organise your meals according to your own wishes and needs.

Yes, that's no problem. You will be asked about your dietary requirements during the booking process. We can cater for various dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free and much more. Our guides are also trained to look out for allergies and take appropriate precautions. So you can enjoy your trip worry-free!

German, Austrian and Swiss nationals do not require a visa for a stay of up to 30 days. It is important that the passport is valid for at least six months upon entry.

Nationals of other countries should contact the relevant Philippine ministry or the Philippine embassy in their home country for information on specific visa requirements.

Entry requirements are subject to change. Please check the current regulations under the following links or with your respective ministry before travelling:

German citizenship

Austrian citizenship

Swiss nationality

Yes, most accommodation offers Wi-Fi access. You can also buy a SIM card or eSIM to stay connected while travelling.

If you would like to secure eSIM access before you start your journey, you will find a link to our partner airalo under the link HERE.

So you're always online and can share your experiences!

Yes, the age limit for this tour is 18-45 years. This age restriction ensures that the group shares a similar life stage and interests, which strengthens the sense of community and dynamics within the group. Many of our activities are aimed at an active and adventurous audience that is flexible and open to new experiences. The age restriction helps to ensure that all participants have similar expectations and needs, making the trip more enjoyable and enriching for all involved.

If you are looking for a tour without age restrictions, you can find it in the tour overview or simply contact us. :)

Travel health insurance is compulsory on this tour to protect you. This can already be taken out at a reasonable price. We also recommend taking out travel cancellation, trip interruption and baggage insurance. These insurances offer you comprehensive protection and security during your trip.

You can conveniently calculate and take out these insurance policies online via our partners. You will find the corresponding link HERE.

We recommend a budget of around €40-70 per day for this tour, depending on your personal expenses. Additional costs may include some meals, drinks, souvenirs and other personal expenses. It's always good to plan a little extra to stay flexible and cover unexpected expenses.

It is best to take a Visa or MasterCard debit or credit card with you. A “normal” debit card will also work at most ATMs. There are many ATMs on site where you can withdraw cash. We also recommend taking a small cash reserve with you and exchanging it locally. We advise against exchanging into the local currency in advance or at the airport, as this is usually associated with higher fees. Your guide will be happy to give you tips on the best places to withdraw or exchange money.

For cash withdrawals abroad, we recommend a DKB debit or credit card. You can find a link and more information HERE.

We recommend travelling with a rucksack and packing light! 10-20kg should be enough and a maximum of 20kg is included on the domestic flight. It's usually quite hot and it's no fun lugging around a huge suitcase. You can do your laundry or have it done for little money in most accommodation.
However, if you prefer a suitcase, that's no problem. You are also welcome to travel with a trolley or suitcase. The important thing is that you feel comfortable and can transport your luggage easily.

If you are still looking for suitable backpacks, you will find HERE our recommendations.

There are no compulsory vaccinations for this trip. However, we would like to point out that we are not allowed to make any vaccination recommendations. It is important that you speak to a doctor to find out which vaccinations are recommended in your particular case. Your doctor can give you the best advice to ensure that you are healthy and safe when travelling.

* Free change or conversion to an open-dated booking up to 35 days before the start of the tour.
* Cancellation fees of 200€ up to 35 days before the start of the tour, thereafter full tour price.

Requests for changes or cancellations must be made by email to info@triplanet.com.

These conditions ensure flexibility in travel planning and at the same time offer security for last-minute changes or cancellations.

Yes, together with the invoice you will receive a security certificate for your trip. This security certificate guarantees that the money you have paid is secured in the event of triplanet's insolvency. So you can book worry-free and look forward to your adventure.

Inquiry

Language

English

Countries

Philippines

Operator

One Life Adventures

Tour duration

10 days & shorter