Philippines: An archipelago to tell stories about

🇵🇭 Siquijor · Apo Island · Panglao · El Nido · CoronInteractive itinerary

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Day 1 · Siquijor

Siquijor · isola in motorino

The guide

Departure of the trip from Siquijor, a less touristy island with beautiful beaches and a slow pace. You can explore it by scooter for about 5 € a day, among waterfalls, coastal roads and crystal clear sea.

Field notes

To write. Siquijor by scooter, 5 € per day, beaches and waterfalls.

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Day 2 · Apo Island

Apo Island · barriera corallina

The guide

Boat trip from Siquijor to Apo Island: one of the most beautiful coral reefs in the Philippines, snorkeling with turtles and clear water. You can also stay overnight if you organize in advance.

Field notes

To write. Boat to Apo Island, incredible reef, turtles.

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Day 3 · Panglao

Panglao · sosta veloce

The guide

A few hours stop in Panglao, too touristy for our tastes. Better to continue towards Palawan without wasting time.

Field notes

To be written. Panglao seen quickly, we didn't stop willingly.

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Day 4 · El Nido

El Nido · Palawan

The guide

Arrival in El Nido, heart of the most iconic Philippines: shark-fin islets, emerald lagoons and starting point for the three-day boat trip to Coron.

Field notes

To write. El Nido, incredible water, we are preparing for the boat trip.

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Day 5 · El Nido – Coron

Traversata in bangka

The guide

Three days on a bangka from El Nido to Coron: uninhabited islets, reefs, fresh fish lunches, and nights on remote beaches. Bookable locally with negotiation to save 30-40 € per person.

Field notes

To write. Three days on a boat, sleeping on beaches, snorkeling every day.

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Day 6 · Coron

Coron · acque turchesi

The guide

Grand finale in Coron: clear water, vertical cliffs and sheltered bays perfect for swimming and snorkeling. The most iconic face of the Palawan archipelago.

Field notes

To write. Coron, unreal water, huge walls, grand finale of the trip.

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