Philippines East – 10 Days
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Route
Cebu > Boracay
Days
10
From
AUD$1799
Days
10
Route
Cebu > Boracay
Trip Rating
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From
AUD$1799
Trip Overview
From swimming with huge schools of sardines, to private drinks and dinner on a white sandbank in the middle of a tropical ocean, our Philippines East itinerary will take you to another world. A world of friendly locals, rich and unique culture, waterfalls, and some of the whitest sand you will ever see in your life!
Route
Cebu to Boracay
Stays
9 nights: Hostels, hotels, and guesthouses
Meals
9x Breakfasts, 1x Lunch, 2x Dinners
Transport
All transport Day 1 to 9. Vans, buses, trikes, ferry, & domestic flight.
Activities
18 included, 6 optional extra over 3 locations
Crew
Route
Cebu to Boracay
Stays
9 nights: Hostels, hotels, and guesthouses
Meals
9x Breakfasts, 1x Lunch, 2x Dinners
Transport
All transport Day 1 to 9. Vans, buses, trikes, ferry & domestic flight.
Activities
18 included, 6 optional extra over 3 locations
Crew
Get ready for a journey of discovery which will take you across 4 different islands and some of the most spectacular scenery in the tropics. From sunrise on mountaintops, bathing in incredible waterfalls and paddleboarding down the famous Loboc River, to learning how the locals live in rural Caticlan. We’ll snorkel through beautifully preserved reef areas, sip cocktails from a private sandbar while dinner is being made fresh right on the sand, and take in the views of the famous White Beach in Boracay from a sunset sailing trip. Our journey will be a combination of unforgettable memories and life-changing experiences, all with a group of travelers who are there for the same reason; to live life to the fullest. Join us for a trip like no other. Join us in Philippines East!
Experience the famous sardine run of Moalboal
Visit kids in a rural school as part of one of our outreach programs
See the Chocolate Hills and Mahogany Forest of Bohol
Paddleboard or kayak down the Loboc River
Get up close with the tiny Tarsier primates at a sanctuary
Be immersed in the local island culture at the Motag Living Museum
Snorkel reefs and clear waters
Enjoy the hidden Cambais Falls waterfall
Have dinner and drinks on a sandbank in the middle of the ocean
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive in Cebu
Accommodation: Twin/Double Rooms – Hop Inn (or similar)
Activities: Group welcome meal
Optional Extras: NA
Meals: Dinner
Physical Rating: Low
Day 2 - Cebu, Moalboal Bound: Snorkel amongst thousands of sardines
Moalboal Bound! Today we will take a scenic drive through Cebu’s countryside as we make our way to Moalboal. We will make our first stop at the beautiful Simala Shrine along the way to get our first taste of Filipino culture. Here we will spend time exploring the stunning architecture and religious significance of the Simala Shrine before stopping for lunch at a nearby restaurant. Once we arrive in Moalboal we will check into our beachfront accommodation before grabbing our snorkels to head to the famous natural phenomenon – the Sardine Run. Get ready to snorkel amongst thousands of sardines, and if we’re lucky we will even spot a turtle or two!
Accommodation: Twin/Double Rooms – Pescadores Suites (or similar)
Activities: Simala Shrine, Sardine Run
Optional Extras: Massages, Scuba Diving
Meals: Breakfast
Physical Rating: Medium
Day 3 - Cebu: Osmena Peak Sunrise & Chasing waterfalls
Today we have an early start as we head to Osmena Peak to catch the sunrise. It’ll be a short hike to the top where we can settle in and wait for the sunrise and experience the unique jagged hills and surrounding landscape. After the sun has risen, we will make our way to Cambais Falls where we will meet a local family that will prepare our breakfast picnic right by the waterfall. Spend the next few hours here swimming and enjoying this tropical multi-layered waterfall before heading back to Moalboal. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, explore or seek an adrenaline rush by opting to do canyoneering.
Accommodation: Twin/Double Rooms – Pescadores Suites (or similar)
Activities: Osmena Peak, Cambais Waterfalls
Optional Extras: Massages, Scuba Diving, Canyoneering, Lambug Beach
Meals: Breakfast
Physical Rating: Medium
Day 4 - To Bohol
Accommodation: Twin/Double Rooms – Abraham Bohol (or similar)
Activities: N/A
Optional Extras: Massages
Meals: Breakfast
Physical Rating: Low
Day 5 - Countryside Bohol: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & Kayaks
Get ready to embark on our journey across Bohol’s breathtaking countryside. Our first stop is at the iconic Chocolate Hills where we can enjoy panoramic views of the area. We then continue our journey through the Mahogany Man-made Forest, a serene and picturesque road lined with towering mahogany trees. Soon after, we will reach the Tarsier Sanctuary, where you will be able to observe these tiny primates in their natural habitat. Enjoy lunch at an open-air restaurant overlooking the Loboc River. After lunch, get ready to make a splash and connect with nature as we spend an hour stand up paddle boarding or kayaking down the Loboc river. Here you’ll be surrounded by lush greenery, tropical vegetation and riverbanks rich with coconut palms. We finish the day with a cooking class where we learn how to make some delicious traditional Filipino desserts.
Accommodation: Twin/Double Rooms – Abraham Bohol (or similar)
Activities: Chocolate hills viewpoint, Tarsier conservation, SUP or Kayak on Loboc River, Cooking Class
Optional Extras: N/A
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
Physical Rating: Medium
Day 6 - Bohol: School Visit and Virgin Island Sunset Tour
Today, we travel to a nearby school to spend some time interacting with the local students. We have the unique opportunity to engage in conversations as we learn about their daily activities and education while being toured around their classrooms and sharing schoolwork. In the afternoon, get ready for your sunset tour around some of the most spectacular tropical waters. Stopping off to snorkel amongst the coral reefs and marine life, Bohol is known for its vibrant underwater world. In the late afternoon we’ll arrive at Virgin Island, a magical white sandbar in time for sunset where you can enjoy a fresh coconut whilst watching the sun dip below the horizon. This evening we will enjoy a traditional Filipino ‘boodle fight’ for dinner, a communal meal with various Filipino dishes served on banana leaves. Have a few cocktails and enjoy one of those ‘life is good’ moments with your One Life family.
Accommodation: Twin/Double Rooms – Abraham Bohol (or similar)
Activities: School Visit, Snorkelling, Virgin Island sunset visit, sandbar dinner
Optional Extras: N/A
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Physical Rating: Medium
Day 7 - To Boracay
Today we are heading to Boracay, famed for its white powder sand, crystal blue waters, and some amazing nightlife. We’ll take our flight over to Caticlan Airport and after arrival a short 10 minute ferry to our accommodation where we will spend the next 3 nights. After arrival we’ll show you around the best local spots in the area before making our way to the iconic White Beach to finish up the day
Accommodation: Mixed room: 6 Share Dorm – Kommons Hostel (or similar)
Activities: Boracay town walk, White Beach
Optional Extras: Single/Twin/Double Upgrade possible on availability
Meals: Breakfast
Physical Rating: Low
Day 8 - Boracay: Cultural Day
After breakfast we will take the short ferry over to the mainland island of Malay where we visit the Motag Living Museum. This is a One Life exclusive and a one of a kind cultural experience that showcases the traditional lifestyles of the locals in Caticlan. Dive deep into what it means to be Filipino and interact with the locals who are proud to show you the real side of rural Filipino life. We will head for a local lunch and return to Boracay in the afternoon. Spend the rest of the day on the amazing White Beach, grab an optional massage, or get a kayak and explore the clear waters.
Accommodation: Mixed room: 6 Share Dorm – Kommons Hostel (or similar)
Activities: Motag Living Museum Cultural Day
Optional Extras: Massage, Crystal Kayak
Meals: Breakfast
Physical Rating: Low
Day 9 - Boracay: Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise
Boracay has so many more beaches than the most famous one, so we will spend this morning exploring some of the lesser known areas of the island. Think deserted beaches, tiny islands, villages, and more idyllic tropical scenery. We’ll meet up for lunch and go on a cruise where we’ll snorkel and finally enjoy sunset drinks together. We’ll head back to Boracay and enjoy the final evening together with dinner and drinks.
Accommodation: Mixed room: 6 Share Dorm – Kommons Hostel (or similar)
Activities: Snorkeling & Sunset Cruise
Optional Extras: Newcoast Beach, Massage, Crystal Kayak
Meals: Breakfast
Physical Rating: Low
Day 10 - Departure Day
Accommodation: NA
Activities: NA
Optional Extras: NA
Meals: Breakfast
Physical Rating: Low
Inclusions
Our crew comprises of award winning tour guides who will make your trip unforgettable. Expertly trained and prepared for every circumstance – they’ll be your new best mate and a fountain of knowledge all wrapped up in one, and will stop at nothing to make your trip life changing.
We’ve packed a full itinerary so you can see the best in your 10 days. Not only that, we’ve personally tried and tested all of the accommodation, transport and meals included on this trip to be sure you’re receiving a quality experience.
Group
Maximum group size 22 people (average 16 people)
Stays
9 nights of accommodation – Hostels, hotels, and guesthouses
Transport
All transport Day 1 to 9. Vans, buses, trikes, ferry & domestic flight.
Crew
Meals
9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
Activities
- Welcome group dinner
- Simala Shrine visit
- Sardine run swim
- Osmena Peak sunrise walk and viewing
- Cambais Waterfall visit & swim
- Picnic from a local family by the water
- Visit to the Chocolate Hills view point
- Enjoy the views of the Mahogany Forest
- Meet the tarsiers at a local sanctuary
- Local school visit
- Filipino dessert cooking class
- Snorkelling trip to reefs and islands
- Sandbar visit with dinner and drinks
- Guided Boracay walk
- Relax on the white sand of the famous White Beach of Boracay
- Take part in an afternoon sailing trip
- Visit the locals for a cultural experience at the Motag Living Museum
- Explore the lesser known beaches of Boracay Island
Optional Activities: Massages, Scuba Diving, Canyoneering, Lambug Beach, Crystal Kayak, Newcoast Beach *all subject to availability
Night Stays
As with all of our trips, the accommodation we use is handpicked by us for comfort, cleanliness, location, and atmosphere. It is our commitment to you that we will only bring our guests to places where we have personally stayed and enjoyed ourselves! No dingy business hotels, no party hostels where you can’t sleep, and no large international chains.
On this trip you’ll be staying in centrally located hotels, beachfront guesthouses, and funky hostels just minutes from the white sands the Philippines is famous for. Some will have a pool, others may have bars, but all will be clean, comfortable, and airconditioned. Your accommodation plays a big role in how much you enjoy the trip, so we want you to love where you stay!
6 Bed & Twin/Double Rooms
Pools & Beach Front
Upgrades Available
FAQs
Before you set out with us on the trip of a lifetime, we want to go over a few things. The Philippines is an amazing country with so much to offer, but like with most Southeast Asian countries things sometimes don’t go according to plan. This is why we may have to slightly alter the itinerary if we need to. One Life is committed to giving you the best possible experience, so if we need to change something we’ll make sure we’ll replace it with something equally awesome!
What is the age range of the tour?
All One Life Adventures tours have an 18 years+ requirement. Once you’re over 18, as long as you have a sense of adventure, are excited by our activities and are young at heart, we would love to have you onboard!
Where should I fly into/ out of? Are there arrival/departure time requirements?
You would need to fly into Cebu International Airport and out of Caticlan (Boracay) Airport. You can arrive at any time on day 1, though we do have a Welcome Dinner at around 6pm. You can leave at any time on the final day.
Are airport transfers included?
We include an airport pickup on day 1 of the tour, but we do not include an airport drop off at the end of the tour. This can be arranged easily when you are there and your guide can assist you with this.
Can I get picked up from the airport if I arrive before day 1?
Unfortunately we only offer airport pick ups on day 1 of the tour, but we include very easy and straightforward instructions in your welcome pack to help you on getting from the airport to the first hostel.
Can you get private rooms on this tour instead of dorms?
Can I bring a 25kg suitcase?
Please note that we have a 20kg limit on checked luggage on our domestic flight. If you need to add extra at the airport you can do so but it can be very costly. We would recommend bringing a suitcase or backpack that weighs under 20kg.
Can you cater for my dietary requirements on this trip?
Yes, we can cater for most dietary requirements. Please notify us prior to arriving on day 1 so we can arrange this for you.
Can we do the Canyoneering at Kawasan Falls?
Yes, you can! We have allowed you enough time to do the Canyoneering at Kawasan Falls in Cebu on day 3. This is done at your own expense.
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