Backpacking Philippines: You can fly out of Busuanga Airport (Coron), also known as Francisco B. Reyes Airport. You may arrange your flight to depart at any time on this date. Please note that hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Backpacking Philippines Expedition: You can fly out of Caticlan Airport (Boracay), also known as Godofredo P. Ramos Airport. You may arrange your flight to depart at any time on this date. Please note that hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Backpacking Philippines Express Adventure: You can fly out of Caticlan Airport (Boracay), also known as Godofredo P. Ramos Airport. You may arrange your flight to depart at any time on this date. Please note that hotel check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Backpacking Philippines: You should fly into Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).

Backpacking Philippines Expedition: You should fly into Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL).

Backpacking Philippines Express Adventure: You should fly into Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB).

Once you’ve booked your flights, log in to the Manage My Booking area of our website and enter your flight arrival details. If you’re arriving early, we can still arrange your airport transfer. If you also need extra nights of accommodation, let us know early so we can confirm availability and pricing.

International flights are not included in the price of any tour and will need to be booked separately. You’re free to book your own flights or book here.

You’ll stay in a mix of twin/double rooms and shared hostel dorms (up to 4 people per room), plus one night of beach camping. It’s a fun mix of comfort and adventure, with every stay chosen for great vibes and location 🌴

It’s a fun and unique part of the tour! The tent has two comfy air mattresses, is just 20m from the sea, and there’s a bonfire with music. Basic toilets and showers are available — simple but totally worth it for the experience 😍

The staff at your camp can help you organise your onward travel or suggest things to do if you plan to stay in the area longer.

Your deposit ensures your reservation for the tour or program. It guarantees your spot until 60 days prior to the scheduled commencement date, at which time the outstanding balance must be settled in full. Failure to complete payment by the specified deadline will result in the cancellation of your reservation, and the vacancy may be offered to another prospective participant. The remaining balance can be found in your account, and multiple reminders will be sent in advance of the due date to ensure timely payment.

For group tours, your place will be confirmed when 6 or more people have signed up and at least four weeks (28 days) prior to the start of your tour.

For volunteer or private bookings, please wait 2-3 working days.

We will refund you the total amount if the tour is cancelled. Typically, group tours are confirmed six months before departure.

You can fly out of Caticlan airport, also known as Godofredo P. Ramos Airport. This airport is located in Boracay. Please arrange your flight to depart at any time on this date, but please be aware that check-out time at the hotel will be at 11 a.m.

Please note that we have a 20kg limit on checked luggage on our domestic flight from Manila to Palawan, if you need to add extra at the airport you can do so but it can be very costly. We would recommend bringing a suitcase or backpack that weighs under 20kg.

Please wait for a confirmation email; this will provide information about when we recommend arriving and to depart. We recommend using Sky Scanner to arrange your flights.

We will provide you with airport transfer information 1-week before the tour/program begins.

During your time, you will be accommodated at our accommodation. All our accommodations are dormitory style, shared and gender based rooms. We also provide private rooms (Dormitory style) subject to availability which you can request for at an extra cost. Whichever room you will choose, we provide clean, tidy, secured and basic facilities.

This can be possible depending on the availability of accommodation and the project that you have chosen. We will try our best to accommodate your request.

We're all about serving up tasty veggie and non-veggie dishes, made with simple, fresh, and local ingredients. We've got your allergies covered, so no worries there. We've got you sorted with three yummy meals on weekdays, and two awesome meals on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays.

You sure do. After you finish for the day during weekdays, it is your free time to do whatever you like.However, we request you to follow the rules, that are explained to you, at all times. Saturdays and Sundays is your free days.

Most countries will get a free 30 day tourist visa in the Philippines upon arrival. Please check with your local consulate or embassy for the most up to date information regarding your country of origin.

Yes, we include 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 2 dinners.

We stay at the award winning Z Hostel in Makati.

The main opportunity to swim with whale sharks in the Philippines is located in Cebu which is a different island to Palawan where we visit on tour. While we don’t support or include whale shark swimming on tour, there are ethical opportunities within the Philippines & should you travel further around the country once the tour has finished your guide can help advise you on the best places to do so.

There is a little walking involved in the Philippines but not much. Sandals and some trainers/running shoes would be fine.

Unfortunately we only offer airport pick ups on day 1 of the tour, but we include very easy and straightforward instructions in your welcome pack to help you on getting from the airport to the first hostel.

Sleeping in a tent on the beach will be one of the most unique and incredible things you will get to experience. It is a private beach with a purpose-built shelter to protect you from the weather. Each tent comes with a mattress, pillow & sheet and can fit 2 people. There is nothing like waking up on a deserted island, watching the sunrise and going for a morning swim.

You can arrive at any time on day 1, but if you arrive after 3pm your tour guide won’t be able to personally collect you. Instead they will arrange your car and meet you at the hostel for your first night.

We recommend a minimum of 250 GBP for the full fourteen days, but it depends on what kind of spender you are. We include a spending guide in your welcome pack. You can withdraw from ATMs at various points throughout the tour, but we recommend withdrawing plenty of cash in Manila since you cannot rely on the ATMs in Palawan.

Yes, the dress code is seen as a show of respect to the culture, temple and monks that often live in the temples. Men should wear long pants and no cut-off sleeves. Women should wear trousers, a long skirt, or dress that extends fully below the knees and covers their shoulders - the knees should be fully covered. Tank tops and low cut shirts should also be avoided by both genders.