5-Day Adventure Itinerary in the Philippines (June 2023)

  1. Day 1: Kayangan Lake
    15 minutes (8.2 km) from Coron Town Proper

    Kayangan Lake is considered the cleanest lake in the Philippines with its crystal-clear water. A short trek is required to reach it, but it's worth it for the amazing view of the island.

  2. Day 2: Mount Pinatubo
    4 hours (160 km) from Coron Town Proper

    Mount Pinatubo is an active volcano with a stunning crater lake. You'll undergo a 6km trek across rivers, valleys, and lahar canyons to get to the peak, but the reward is worth it.

  3. Day 3: Puerto Princesa Underground River
    2 hours (83.9 km) from Sabang Pier, Puerto Princesa

    The Puerto Princesa Underground River is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most impressive natural wonders in the Philippines. The tour takes you through an underground river full of limestone formations.

  4. Day 4: Siargao Island
    1 hour and 10 minutes (452 km) from Puerto Princesa Airport

    Siargao is a surfer's paradise with serene beaches, blue lagoons, and palm trees. You can learn to surf or paddleboard, and there are plenty of boat tours to take.

  5. Day 5: Kawasan Falls
    2 hours and 30 minutes (100 km) from Cebu City

    Kawasan Falls features a stunning light blue lagoon and three cascading waterfalls. It's a popular spot for swimming, jumping, or taking bamboo rafting tours.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kayangan Lake (1 hour, PHP 100)
  • Mount Pinatubo (1 day, PHP 3,200)
  • Puerto Princesa Underground River (1 day, PHP 1,500)
  • Siargao Island (2 days, PHP 10,000)
  • Kawasan Falls (1 day, PHP 300)
  • Total Estimated Costs: PHP 15,100

Useful tips:

If you have more days, opt to stay longer in Siargao Island as it has plenty of natural attractions to offer. You can also do island-hopping tours in Coron and Cebu, or enjoy the nightlife scene in Puerto Princesa. If you have less time, skip Kayangan Lake, Mount Pinatubo, or Kawasan Falls depending on your interests.

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