Philippines: Palawan Lagoons & Tribal Highlands Escape (7 Days)
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Duration 7 days
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Type Adventure
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Group Size 50 Peoples
Overview
Theme: Nature + Indigenous Culture
Palawan, dubbed the “last ecological frontier” of the Philippines, is famed for its surreal limestone cliffs, emerald lagoons, and protected marine sanctuaries. Beyond the islands, hidden in the forests of northern Palawan, live the Batak — one of the country’s oldest indigenous tribes. This journey blends tropical island serenity with cultural immersion in a place where modernity has yet to intrude.
Includede &Excluded
Land in Puerto Princesa and transfer to a boutique guesthouse City orientation tour including Palawan Heritage Center and local market Welcome dinner featuring grilled seafood and tropical fruits
Full-day trip to Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park (UNESCO site) Guided boat ride through the stunning underground river caves Afternoon mangrove forest paddle tour and eco-lunch Return for overnight in Puerto Princesa
Travel north to El Nido along forested coastlines and limestone cliffs Stop for photo ops and roadside coconut breaks Arrive and settle into a beachfront eco-resort
Full-day boat tour of the Bacuit Bay including Big Lagoon, Secret Beach, and Shimizu Island Snorkeling with sea turtles and reef fish Picnic lunch on a white-sand cove Return to El Nido for sunset cocktails
Drive to the foothills of San Rafael for a guided trek into Batak tribal territory Spend time in a Batak village, learning about basket-weaving, ancestral dances, and medicinal plants Return to a mountain eco-lodge and enjoy a local cooking class
Morning hike to a nearby jungle waterfall with time to swim Afternoon at leisure: kayak, relax, or shop at local craft markets Farewell beach bonfire and acoustic music
Transfer back to Puerto Princesa or direct El Nido airport for onward flight
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