Philippines small group trips

December to May, the dry season. December to February is a little cooler but can bring choppy seas that delay the ferry; March to May is calm, sunny and hot. June to November brings heavy rain and typhoons, which cancel boat days, so we do not run then.

Answer for Philippines: Palawan, El Nido and Coron

An easy level suits most people who walk regularly. The steep parts are the stairway at Kayangan Lake and the optional climb of a little over 700 steps up Mount Tapyas, which you can swap for the hot springs. Day 3 is a long drive, about five hours, broken by two stops.

Answer for Philippines: Palawan, El Nido and Coron

Only if you take a room of your own, from CAD 550 more, about 17 percent of the trip price. Solo travellers join the same departures, boats and tables as everyone else, and the supplement is shown up front, before you request to book, so there is no surprise at checkout.

Answer for Philippines: Palawan, El Nido and Coron

The small-group trip runs with 7 to 12 guests. That fits one private outrigger boat comfortably, so we choose when to reach each lagoon instead of following a shared tour boat, and everyone fits around one table at lunch on the beach.

Answer for Philippines: Palawan, El Nido and Coron

The Coast Guard cancels sailings in rough seas, most often from December to February. If it happens, we rebook the next sailing and rearrange the Coron days, and your guide stays with you throughout. The fallback plan is confirmed with you before you travel.

Answer for Philippines: Palawan, El Nido and Coron

Canadians and many other nationalities can visit visa-free for up to 30 days, with a passport valid for 6 months beyond the stay. Every traveller must register on the government's eTravel website within 72 hours before arrival. We confirm the rules for your passport when you book.

Answer for Philippines: Palawan, El Nido and Coron

January to May, the dry season. January and February are a little cooler but can bring choppy seas; March to May is hot and calm, and the Chocolate Hills turn brown. June to December brings rain and typhoons that cancel ferries and boat days, so we do not run then.

Answer for Philippines: Cebu, Bohol and Siquijor

An easy level suits most people who walk regularly, and you do not need to be a strong swimmer. Every snorkel is in a life jacket with a guide, and you can stay in the shallows or on the boat. The steep parts are a little over 200 steps at the Chocolate Hills and the Cambugahay stairway. Canyoneering at Badian is optional.

Answer for Philippines: Cebu, Bohol and Siquijor

Pick a small-group start date and request to book; we confirm within 24 hours and take no payment until then. For your own dates, choose the private trip for your party only, or ask us from the dates section for an independent quote using the same hotels, boats and flights.

Answer for Philippines: Palawan, El Nido and Coron

We run December to May, the dry season. The terraces are greenest from about March to May as the rice grows and golden near harvest; at planting they are brown or flooded like mirrors. June to November brings rain, typhoons and landslides on the mountain roads, so we do not run then.

Answer for Philippines: Northern Luzon, Banaue, Batad, Sagada and Vigan