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Manila and Palawan: Jungle Trekking, Local Eats & Epic Beaches

Think nine days isn't enough for an epic adventure in the Philippines? Think again! From Manila to Puerto Princesa to El Nido, this trip is jam-packed with highlights every single day. You'll overnight with an Indigenous community near Manila and learn to cook with your hosts. Explore the famous Underground River, spotting all sorts of mysterious shadowy shapes. Bliss out on a snorkeling trip in El Nido, snapping selfies at Secret Beach. This trip is truly bucket-list gold.

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9 DaysManila to El Nido
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: APMNHW
From $839.3 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Roamies by Hostelworld & G Adventures

Immersive, social, wallet-friendly adventures where epic hostels are your home-base.

Service Level: Basic

Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: New Trips

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 18-35

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Manila and Palawan: Jungle Trekking, Local Eats & Epic Beaches - Itinerary

Trip Start: ManilaTrip End: El Nido

DAY 1

Manila

Arrive at anytime and dive right into the bustling city life of Manila. There's nothing planned today until your Welcome Meeting at 17:00 this evening, so spend the day how you'd like. Manila is the biggest, brightest and liveliest city in the Philippines so start your adventure off on a high note by exploring the neighborhood near your hostel.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Lub D Makati:
Lub D Makati

Manila and Palawan: Jungle Trekking, Local Eats & Epic Beaches - Itinerary

Trip Start: ManilaTrip End: El Nido
DAY 1
Manila

DAY 1

Manila

Arrive at anytime and dive right into the bustling city life of Manila. There's nothing planned today until your Welcome Meeting at 17:00 this evening, so spend the day how you'd like. Manila is the biggest, brightest and liveliest city in the Philippines so start your adventure off on a high note by exploring the neighborhood near your hostel.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Lub D Makati:
Lub D Makati

DAY 2
Manila/Mount Purro
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DAY 3
Mount Purro/Manila
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DAY 4
Manila
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DAY 5
Manila/Puerto Princesa
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DAY 6
Puerto Princesa/El Nido
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DAY 7
El Nido
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DAY 8
El Nido
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DAY 9
El Nido
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Mount Purro Nature Reserve, Mount Purro
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Mount Purro Nature Reserve overnight visit
  • Hike to and swim at a waterfall
  • Share stories around the bonfire
  • Indigenous Community-led Cooking Class
  • Mount Purro sunrise hike
  • Free time in Manila
  • Chinatown foodie tour
  • Manila Jeepney ride
  • Puerto Princesa Subterranean River tour
  • Full day El Nido island hopping boat excursion
  • Free time in El Nido
  • Free time in Puerto Princesa
  • All transport to and from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Multi-share Hostel (7nts), Multi-share Rustic Jungle Lodge (1nt)
Meals
  • 8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
Transportation
  • Plane, Jeepney, Private Vehicle, Boat, Walking
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout

Manila and Palawan: Jungle Trekking, Local Eats & Epic Beaches Departure Dates

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Tue, Feb 10 2026Wed, Feb 18 2026Request (12)$839.3 USD
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Tue, Feb 17 2026Wed, Feb 25 2026Request (2)$1,079.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Feb 24 2026Wed, Mar 04 2026Request (6)$959.2 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Mar 10 2026Wed, Mar 18 2026Open (15)$989.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Mar 17 2026Wed, Mar 25 2026Open (14)$989.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Tue, Apr 14 2026Wed, Apr 22 2026Open (3)$989.1 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: Mount Purro Nature Reserve, Mount Purro
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Mount Purro Nature Reserve overnight visit. Hike to and swim at a waterfall. Share stories around the bonfire. Indigenous Community-led Cooking Class. Mount Purro sunrise hike. Free time in Manila. Chinatown foodie tour. Manila Jeepney ride. Puerto Princesa Subterranean River tour. Full day El Nido island hopping boat excursion. Free time in El Nido. Free time in Puerto Princesa. All transport to and from included activities.

2day, 1nt overnight excursion to Mt Purro Reserve, Indigenous community cooking class, Foodie Tour of Chinatown, Puerto Princesa Subterranean River tour, Full day El Nido snorkeling tour

Max 22, avg 16

8 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners

Plane, Jeepney, Private Vehicle, Boat, Walking

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