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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Manila, Bohol, and Panglao with Bamba Travel. Dive into the rich cultural heritage of Manila, explore the stunning Chocolate Hills, and relax on the pristine shores of Panglao Island. This adventure includes thrilling experiences like tarsier spotting, river cruises, and island hopping. Perfect for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts, this 8-day itinerary offers a balanced mix of adventure and relaxation in some of the Philippines' most breathtaking destinations. ...more ...less
Highlights
Enjoy an island hopping tour to El Nido beaches
Explore an underground river in Puerto Princesa
Forget about life on the beautiful island of Palawan
Itinerary
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On arrival in Puerto Princesa airport you will be met and transferred to El Nido (the last departure for El Nido is at 18:00. If you arrive in Puerto Princesa later than 16:30, please book this trip for the following day). Travel time is approximately 6 to 8 hours depending on local conditions. Upon arrival in El Nido, you will be dropped-off at your accommodation for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to settle-in. Overnight in El Nido.
Day 2: El Nido, Philippines
Location: El Nido
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
El Nido Island Hopping Tour (B/L)
Explore breathtaking lagoons and unspoiled beaches with the El Nido Island Hopping Tour. Visit incredible sites such as the Big and Small Lagoons, which are some of El Nido’s pride. Their limestone walls serving as backdrop to sparkling turquoise waters never fail to amaze travelers.
Venture into the dreamy world of the Secret Lagoon, a tiny island enclosed within limestone cliffs. Relax along the stretch of sandy white beach of Seven Commandos, named after the seven Japanese commandos who inhabited the island after World War II. And of course, you’ll be visiting the awe-inspiring Simizu Island, which completes your experience of the beautiful paradise of El Nido. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in El Nido.
Day 3: El Nido - Puerto Princesa, Philippines
Location: Puerto Princesa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
El Nido - Puerto Princesa (B)
Take the local tricycle in town to bring you to the terminal to catch a bus back to Puerto Princesa. Upon arrival, you will be picked up at the terminal and transferred to the hotel for overnight.
Day 4: Puerto Princesa, Philippines
Location: Puerto Princesa
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Underground River Tour (B/L)
Your guide and driver will pick you up at around 07:00-0730 and transfer you to Sabang. Travel time is about 2 hours. Today, you will enjoy a 1-hour boat trip at Underground river to enjoy a world Heritage site, this natural wonder features an 8.2 kilometers navigable Underground River, reputed to be longest that winds through the spectacular cave before emptying out in the South China Sea. This is a join-in tour with an English-speaking guide. Cathedral chambers, wide hallways and interesting geological formations greet the wide eyed-visitor to the grotto hidden beneath the Saint Paul Mountain. At the mount of the cave, ancient trees growing right of the water’s edge frames a clear lagoon. Monkeys, monitor lizards and squirrels find their niche on the beach near the cave. Visitors can also enjoy bird watching, mountain trekking, a mangrove paddleboat tour and exploring the deeper part of the forest (to be paid on spot). Back to your hotel after the tour.
Day 5: Puerto Princesa, Philippines
Location: Puerto Princesa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Airport Drop-Off (B)
This morning you will check out from your accommodations and be transferred to the Puerto Princesa airport to catch your departing flight. Happy trails!
What's Included
Accommodation
4 Nights accommodation in Hostels or 3* Hotels
Transport
Airport pick-up & drop-off Assisted transfer Puerto Princesa airport to El Nido Shared van transfer El Nido to Puerto Princesa Airport transfers, Bus & Van
Meals
4B/2L
Activities
Active adventure El Nido Island hopping tours Underground river tour
Guides
Licenced English speaking guide during experiences
Extras
Fees & equipment Entrance fees to the experiences El Nido Island hopping tours: Boat & permit fees, masks, snorkel & life vest
What's Not Included
Other meals & drinks
Tips
Personal expenses
Flights
Airport taxes and Philippines visa
Transfers from El Nido terminal to El Nido hotel and vice-versa (You will have to take the local tricycle to the hotel & back to the terminal)
Mode of Transport
The tour includes airport pick-up and drop-off, with local tricycle transfers to and from the El Nido terminal. Travel between Puerto Princesa and El Nido by bus, ensuring a seamless journey.
Check out our Q&As
What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes airport pick-up and drop-off, local tricycle transfers to and from the El Nido terminal, and bus travel between Puerto Princesa and El Nido.
What are some of the highlights of the El Nido Island Hopping Tour?
The El Nido Island Hopping Tour includes visits to the Big and Small Lagoons, Secret Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach, and Simizu Island.
Are there any additional activities available during the Underground River Tour?
Yes, visitors can enjoy bird watching, mountain trekking, a mangrove paddleboat tour, and exploring the deeper part of the forest, which can be paid for on the spot.
What can I expect during the Underground River Tour in Puerto Princesa?
The Underground River Tour includes a 1-hour boat trip through an 8.2-kilometer navigable underground river, featuring cathedral chambers, wide hallways, and interesting geological formations. You may also see monkeys, monitor lizards, and squirrels near the cave.
What type of accommodation is provided during the Palawan Getaway tour?
The tour includes 4 nights of comfortable accommodation in hostels or 3-star hotels.
Is there a guide provided during the tour?
Yes, a licensed English-speaking guide will be available during the experiences.
What should I do if my flight arrives in Puerto Princesa after 16:30?
If you arrive in Puerto Princesa later than 16:30, you should book the trip for the following day as the last departure for El Nido is at 18:00.
Are meals included in the Palawan Getaway tour?
Yes, the tour includes 4 breakfasts and 2 lunches.
What is the process for the airport drop-off on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, you will check out from your accommodations and be transferred to the Puerto Princesa airport to catch your departing flight.
What activities are included in the Palawan Getaway tour?
The tour includes an island hopping tour in El Nido and an underground river tour in Puerto Princesa.
Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us!
If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life!
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller.
In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries.
Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Reviews of this operator
Jonas Nesset(Norway)
The company is exceptional. When...
Dec 10 2019
The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!
Shane Alce(United Kingdom)
For true explorers....
Aug 12 2019
For true explorers.
Marian Reder(Germany)
To this day, this is...
Oct 2 2019
To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.
Tanja Ottosen(Denmark)
The Bamba Team really made...
Jan 9 2020
The Bamba Team really made my journey one of the most memorable experiences of my life! Still so nice and supportive! They handled everything and responded to each question within a few minutes. I wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone. Especially if you want to do a lot of activities and travel to a lot of different places without feeling rushed. They've also helped me with specific issues that weren't covered by the tour, as well as answering general questions. Thank you so much for making my journey so enjoyable!
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Braiden Rowe(United States)
The tour was fantastic; I...
Feb 12 2020
The tour was fantastic; I was able to visit some of Japan's most beautiful locations, and the accommodations were excellent, with convenient access to the city's best attractions. Also, our tour guide was fantastic. I will pick bamba again and recommend the tour to anyone who wants to see Japan while having a good time!!
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Aaron Davies(Australia)
I only have good words...
Oct 23 2019
I only have good words about our trip to Kenya. The entire experience was totally magical and I struggle to say how fantastic it was. We were fortunate enough to have a brilliant vehicle for ourselves, but we had great luck with David for our guide too. He was very knowledgeable, courteous and nice. Thank you for helping to create this fantastic safari experience. I Highly recommend this company.
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Matteo Hoffmeister(Germany)
Bamba Experience has been the...
Jun 5 2019
Bamba Experience has been the best tour guide I've ever had. Every tour has been a thrilling experience. There are so many things to choose from. Bamba has been extremely helpful in providing us with all of the necessary information for our departures and activities! Bamba has made this a simple and enjoyable experience. I'll certainly tell my friends and family about it! Thank you very much, Bamba!!
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Melanie Liu Chang(Australia)
We organized a trip through...
Feb 20 2020
We organized a trip through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia on the hop-on, hop-off bus. It made the trip so much simpler for us as first-time travelers because we just had to send an email to arrange the bus, which avoided the hassle of looking for the best price and so on! We also had a number of tours included, they were all amazing and saved us the trouble of trying to find the best offers on our own; it also meant we got to see a lot of stuff we wouldn't have seen otherwise.
Overall, it was a fantastic experience that I will strongly suggest and use again!
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Marius Halvorson(Norway)
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam...
Jun 25 2019
Our Bamba tour of Vietnam was fantastic. We had a lot of new experiences and all of the help we needed to make this a stress-free vacation. The well-organized accomodation and transportation were excellent. We will certainly use Bamba in the future.
Alexis Helman(Australia)
I had booked our Uyuni...
Jun 25 2019
I had booked our Uyuni Salt Flats & Desert Adventure 3D/2N (Uyuni to Atacama) tour via an Australian travel agency, but they had made an error and refused to assist us or take responsibility. This was very difficult for us because we wanted to have a stress-free honeymoon. I contacted Bamba and I asked if we could talk on the phone so they made the improvements to our tour reservation that our travel agent declined to make. The quality of service was exceptional and they generously offered to us a complimentary gift because it was our honeymoon. I can't say enough good things about Bamba.
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