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12-Day Off-Road Volcano Adventure in Mindoro

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Extraordinary Experiences

  • Zip line through the luscious, green forest at a rapid pace.
  • Ride a horse up to the crater of the Taal volcano where a beautiful viewpoint awaits.

Overview

Take control of your own adventure in a 4x4!

Journey across numerous islands to see the beautiful nature of the Philippines from Manila to Puerto Galera and onto Boracay. From volcano sightings to tribal tours; experience the rich culture and astounding scenery of our country. Get ready to enjoy the perfect balance of adventure and relaxing vacation while exploring the wonders of the Philippines!
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Diving
Adventure

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Manilla

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Arrive in Manilla

When you land in Manilla, a private car will pick you up and take you to your hotel in Makati.

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    Accommodation

    Coro Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Manila Airport Hotel to Coro Hotel

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    Destinations

    Makati

Day 2

Take a 4x4 in Pagsanjan

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Take a 4x4 in Pagsanjan

In the morning, you will head south to Pagsanjan. First, you will experience a 4x4 off-road and zip line adventure through a luscious forest. After that, you will continue to drive to Pagsanjan and from there, you will ride a canoe onto the Pagsanjan River reaching the famous falls. When you get to the falls you may ride a bamboo raft or go swimming. After that, you will take your lunch and drive to Batangas Port where you will board a ferry to Puerto Galera.

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    Accommodation

    Sunset at Aninuan Beach Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Pagsanjan Falls Tour

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    Transportations

    Rental Car from Coro Hotel to Port of Batangas

    Ferry from Port of Batangas to Puerto Galera

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Makati

    Pagsanjan

    Puerto Galera

Day 3

Island-Hopping in Puerto Galera

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Island-Hopping in Puerto Galera

On this day, you will embark on an island tour that highlights the main attractions of Puerto Galera. You will start with an exceptional snorkelling experience in the Coral Garden, a region that has rich and vibrant corals and fish. Picnic lunch will be served, and after that, you will continue to White Beach where dusty sand and cool turquoise waters can be enjoyed.

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    Accommodation

    Sunset at Aninuan Beach Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Puerto Galera Island Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Puerto Galera

Day 4

Karacha and Tukuran Falls

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Karacha and Tukuran Falls

Today you will leave the hotel early and drive to Karacha Falls where you will have a 4x4 off-road adventure to the waterfalls! Enjoy the beautiful nature around you as you will have some free time to swim and relax. Then, you will drive to the Tukuran Falls where you will ride a cart led by carabao –a local animal similar to an ox–that will take you to the falls for a magnificent view of the area. Afterward, we will have lunch and return to the hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Filipiniana Hotel Calapan3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Karacha Falls

    Tukuran Falls

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Puerto Galera

    Naujan

    Calapan

Day 5

Tribal Tour to Roxas

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Tribal Tour to Roxas

We will wake up early and take a three-hour off-road trip to the town of Roxas. After obtaining some permits, a local interpreter will introduce us to the local village. We will get to know their way of living, see them doing local crafts and tour their homes. Also, this is the last day of the 4x4 road adventure, we will return to the hotel in the afternoon.

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    Accommodation

    Filipiniana Hotel Calapan3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tribal Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Calapan

    Roxas

Day 6

Travelling to Boracay

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Travelling to Boracay

Today you will board a ferry bound to Caticlan on Boracay Island. This will take the whole day. When you arrive on Boracay you can rest and relax.

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    Accommodation

    The District Boracay4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Ferry from Filipiniana Hotel Calapan to Caticlan

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Calapan

    Malay

Day 7

Free Day in Boracay

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Free Day in Boracay

With some free space in your schedule, why not try out some of the wonderful diving opportunities in Boracay! This is an optional activity; Boracay offers many different dive sites where you can enjoy the marine life and have an underwater adventure.

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    The District Boracay4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Boracay DivingOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Malay

Day 8

Free Day in Boracay

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Free Day in Boracay

Boracay also hosts bat caves for all nature and adventure lovers! This is an optional activity if you choose to explore it. The caves are on the western end of the island and will leave you with amazing memories to last a lifetime.

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    Accommodation

    The District Boracay4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Boracay Bat CavesOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Malay

Day 9

Free Day in Boracay

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Free Day in Boracay

In your spare time, we recommend relaxing on Boracay's White Beach! With beautiful white sand and crisp blue waters, you are guaranteed to enjoy a day in paradise here.

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    Accommodation

    The District Boracay4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    White Beach BoracayOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Malay

Day 10

Return to Manilla

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Return to Manilla

Today you will fly back to Manilla. You'll check into your hotel and relax, ready for your onward journey tomorrow.

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    Accommodation

    Savoy Hotel Manila4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Plane from Godofredo P. Ramos Airport to Manila

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Malay

    Pasay

Day 11

Departure

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Departure

This day you will be transported from the hotel and continue on your flight outside the Philippines.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from St Giles Makati - A St Giles Hotel to Ninoy Aquino International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Pasay

Included in Price

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 10 breakfasts and 4 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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