10-Day Adventurous Itinerary in the Philippines

1. Day 1: Arrival in Manila
   Estimated Distance: NA

   Grab a local jeepney to explore Intramuros, the historic walled city; try Filipino street food at Mercato Central in Bonifacio Global City.

2. Day 2: Mayon Volcano
   Estimated Distance: 375 km (~10 hours by car)

   Conquer the 2-day trek up the active volcano's cone for a picturesque view atop of the summit.

3. Day 3: Legazpi City Adventure Park
   Estimated Distance: 15 km (~45 minutes by car)

   Experience the zip line, ATV ride, and cable car at this spectacular park overlooking Mayon Volcano.

4. Day 4: El Nido Island Hopping Tour A
   Estimated Distance: 250 km (~5 hours by car and ~4-5 hours by boat)

   Explore the powdery white sand beaches, towering limestone cliffs and crystal clear waters of El Nido, including a visit to the Big and Small Lagoons.

5. Day 5: El Nido Island Hopping Tour C
   Estimated Distance: Dependent on where staying

   Unleash your inner aqua-man (or woman) with swimming and snorkeling at Secret and Helicopter Islands, plus a visit to Matinloc Shrine for a history lesson.

6. Day 6: Coron Island Ultimate Tour
   Estimated Distance: 240 km (~8-9 hours by ferry)

   Explore the shipwreck diving sites, picturesque beaches, and crystal-clear lakes of Coron Island, including a visit to Kayangan Lake, one of the cleanest lakes in the country.

7. Day 7: Puerto Princesa Underground River
   Estimated Distance: 315 km (~10 hours by car)

   Visit the world-famous Puerto Princesa Underground River, one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, for an adventurous river cruise past rock formations and cave tunnels.

8. Day 8: Elnido Cliff Climbing, Rappelling, and Zipline
   Estimated Distance: Dependent on where staying

   Challenge your adrenaline-seeking side with cliff climbing, rappelling, and zipline overlooking the stunning El Nido town.

9. Day 9: Dive at Apo Island
   Estimated Distance: 20 km (~40 minutes by boat)

   Explore the diversity of Apo Island's marine life with different sea creatures, including sea turtles that swim around you.

10. Day 10: Day Trip to Kalanggaman Island
    Estimated Distance: 305 km (~3-4 hours by van plus 1 hour by boat)

    Enjoy a day trip to a remote island blessed with crystal blue waters and powdery, white sand that has drawn comparisons to Maldives and the Bahamas.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Intramuros and Mercato Central (2-4 hours, $10)
• Mayon Volcano Trek (2 days, $50 for guide and fees)
• Legazpi City Adventure Park (3-4 hours, $30)
• El Nido Island Hopping Tour A (7-8 hours, $20 for boat rental and fees)
• El Nido Island Hopping Tour C (7-8 hours, $20 for boat rental and fees)
• Coron Island Ultimate Tour (7-8 hours, $30 for boat rental and fees)
• Puerto Princesa Underground River (5-6 hours, $30)
• Elnido Cliff Climbing, Rappelling, and Zipline (2-3 hours, $25)
• Dive at Apo Island (5-7 hours, $50 for guide, gear rental, and fees)
• Day Trip to Kalanggaman Island (10-12 hours, $50)
• Total Estimated Costs: $290

Useful Tips

For an even more adventurous itinerary, you can add a canyoneering activity in Kawasan Falls, Cebu or Mt. Pulag's sunrise trek in Benguet. For those with less time, it is possible to skip some of the day tours and focus on one place like spending one day on Enchanted River and Tinuy-an Falls in Surigao del Sur.