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This adventure in the Philippines offers you an immersion into nature, combining trekking and physical adventure with relaxation at the beach. Accompanied by a local English-speaking guide, you will get the chance to experience a country and its people in all its variety!
From Manila, you immediately dive into the great outdoors. You climb the Taal and Pinatubo volcanoes, go on a trek for several days to the millennial UNESCO-listed rice fields of Banaue and Batad tended to by the Ifugaos, an ethnic group from the mountains. You will have the chance to stay with the locals and ride in the famous Jeepneys on the off-road tracks of the Philippines. Then it is by boat that you embark to discover the magnificent beaches and coves of Puerto Galera and end your adventure in the Philippines in this paradise bay, well known by divers around the world for its exceptional marine life.
This 12-day adventure in the Philippines is a perfect introduction to the natural beauty of the island. Beyond volcanoes and rice fields that are among the most impressive in Southeast Asia, meeting the Aetas and Ifugao tribes are among the most unforgettable moments of this trip.
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Welcome to the Philippines! You will be greeted by your driver upon arrival at Manila Airport and head south towards Tagaytay. It takes you about two hours from the capital, to reach Tagaytay. Check in and settle down at your hotel facing Lake Taal. Tagaytay is a popular destination with Filipinos due to its pleasant climate and landscapes. The view of the Taal volcano, located on a small island in the middle of the lake is a beautiful first glimpse into to the natural beauties of the Philippines. Rest well and get ready for the start of your adventure in the Philippines!
Welcome to the Philippines! You will be greeted by your driver upon arrival at Manila Airport and head south towards Tagaytay. It takes you about two hours from the capital, to reach Tagaytay. Check in and settle down at your hotel facing Lake Taal. Tagaytay is a popular destination with Filipinos due to its pleasant climate and landscapes. The view of the Taal volcano, located on a small island in the middle of the lake is a beautiful first glimpse into to the natural beauties of the Philippines. Rest well and get ready for the start of your adventure in the Philippines!
After breakfast, embark on a bangka, a traditional Filipino boat, for a quick crossing through the middle of the lake to reach the banks of the small Taal volcano. Start the easy ascent which takes about an hour and find yourself in another small lake in the middle of Taal Lake! You descend and have lunch by the lake in an enchanting wild setting. Cross back to Talisay where your driver is waiting to drive you to Manila. Overnight in the capital of the Philippines. Take your first steps in this megalopolis, one of the most populated in the world!
After breakfast, embark on a bangka, a traditional Filipino boat, for a quick crossing through the middle of the lake to reach the banks of the small Taal volcano. Start the easy ascent which takes about an hour and find yourself in another small lake in the middle of Taal Lake! You descend and have lunch by the lake in an enchanting wild setting. Cross back to Talisay where your driver is waiting to drive you to Manila. Overnight in the capital of the Philippines. Take your first steps in this megalopolis, one of the most populated in the world!
Early this morning, your driver will pick you up from the hotel and bring you by private car to the north of Manila, to reach the Pinatubo volcano, culminating at 1,486m. A 4x4 is waiting for you to take you closer along an adventurous track. It is then on foot that you reach the magnificent crater lake after about one hour of trekking. Enjoy a picnic by the lake of this mythical volcano, known for its impressive eruption in 1991. You return on the same path, and climb aboard your 4x4, stopping at the village of the Aétas tribe, original inhabitants of the region on the way. This cultural experience is a true highlight of your adventure in the Philippines! Your driver will then drive you to the old American air base in Clark, where you will spend the night.
Early this morning, your driver will pick you up from the hotel and bring you by private car to the north of Manila, to reach the Pinatubo volcano, culminating at 1,486m. A 4x4 is waiting for you to take you closer along an adventurous track. It is then on foot that you reach the magnificent crater lake after about one hour of trekking. Enjoy a picnic by the lake of this mythical volcano, known for its impressive eruption in 1991. You return on the same path, and climb aboard your 4x4, stopping at the village of the Aétas tribe, original inhabitants of the region on the way. This cultural experience is a true highlight of your adventure in the Philippines! Your driver will then drive you to the old American air base in Clark, where you will spend the night.
This morning, enjoy breakfast at your hotel before leaving by private vehicle for the small town of Banaue in the province of Ifugao. You cross immense rice plains of Central-Luzon, then the arid massif of the Sierra Madre. The landscape changes and the excitement increases as you approach Banaue. After a long day on the road, you arrive at Banaue viewpoint and admire the magnificent rice terraces. Upon arrival in Banaue, enjoy a free afternoon in the village taking in the pleasant atmosphere, surrounded by beautiful rice fields. If the weather is nice, why not take the opportunity to visit the town's craft market.
This morning, enjoy breakfast at your hotel before leaving by private vehicle for the small town of Banaue in the province of Ifugao. You cross immense rice plains of Central-Luzon, then the arid massif of the Sierra Madre. The landscape changes and the excitement increases as you approach Banaue. After a long day on the road, you arrive at Banaue viewpoint and admire the magnificent rice terraces. Upon arrival in Banaue, enjoy a free afternoon in the village taking in the pleasant atmosphere, surrounded by beautiful rice fields. If the weather is nice, why not take the opportunity to visit the town's craft market.
