10-Day Adventure Itinerary in the Philippines

  1. Day 1: Manila
    From Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), 10.6 km, 30 minutes via taxi.

    Start your adventure in Manila with a visit to the Fort Santiago. Learn about the country's history at the National Museum of the Philippines. For a scenic view, visit Rizal Park.

  2. Day 2: Batangas City
    118 km, 2 hours 30 minutes via bus from Manila.

    Take a ferry to Mindoro Island and go island hopping around Mangyan Village and White Beach.

  3. Day 3: Puerta Galera
    36 km, 1 hour via boat from Mindoro Island.

    Experience a thrilling adventure at the Tamaraw Falls and snorkel at The Giant Clams. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at Talipanan Beach.

  4. Day 4: Boracay Island
    From Cubao Bus Terminal, 17-hour journey via bus and ferry.

    Unwind at White Beach, known for its crystal clear waters and fine white sand. Join a diving excursion at Crocodile Island and spot some exotic sea creatures.

  5. Day 5: Port Barton
    125 km, 3 hours 30 minutes via boat from Boracay Island.

    Take a cruise to Inaladelan Island, snorkel in Pamuayan Falls, and swim with sea turtles at Twin Reef

  6. Day 6: El Nido
    123 km, 5 hours via van from Port Barton

    Hike to Taraw Cliff and see the stunning view of Bacuit Bay. Explore the Big Lagoon and go island hopping at the Small Lagoon.

  7. Day 7: Coron Island
    240 km, 7 hours via boat from El Nido

    Discover the untouched beauty of Kayangan Lake and Twin Lagoon. Take a dip at the Mt. Tapyas Hot Spring

  8. Day 8: Cebu City and Mactan Island
    From Francisco B. Reyes Airport, 1 hour and 10 minutes via plane to Cebu International Airport. 15 km, 37 minutes via taxi from airport to Mactan Island.

    Visit the Magellan's Cross and Basilica del Santo Nino Church in Cebu City. Surf at Mactan Island and dive into the marine sanctuary of Hilutungan Island.

  9. Day 9: Osmeña Peak and Moalboal
    107 km, 2 hours 33 mins via bus from Cebu City.

    Climb Osmeña Peak, the highest peak in Cebu, and explore the Kawasan Falls. Go snorkeling at Pescador Island.

  10. Day 10: Bohol Island
    80 km, 2 hours via ferry from Moalboal

    Take a stroll around the Chocolate Hills, visit the Tarsier Sanctuary and relax at Alona Beach.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Entrance fee and ferry to Mindoro Island (Day 2-3): $20, 3 hours
  • Boat island hopping in Puerto Galera (Day 3): $40, 5 hours
  • Diving excursion in Boracay Island (Day 4): $65, 4 hours
  • Island hopping tour in Port Barton (Day 5): $30, 6 hours
  • Island hopping tour in El Nido (Day 6): $25, 7 hours
  • Island hopping tour in Coron Island (Day 7): $35, 8 hours
  • Magellan's Cross entrance fee (Day 8): $0.50, 1 hour
  • Surfboard rental in Mactan Island (Day 8): $5 per hour
  • Motorbike rental in Moalboal (Day 9): $7
  • Entrance fee and transportation to Chocolate Hills (Day 10): $20, 2 hours
  • Total Estimated Costs: $307.50

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting more islands, such as Siargao Island, which is known as the "surfing capital of the Philippines." If you have less time, you can skip visiting either Boracay Island or Mactan Island.

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