Palawan Island Tours from Manila
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10 best Palawan Island tours from Manila
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- Total Philippines
- Philippines Sunset
- Manila and Palawan: Jungle Trekking, Local Eats & Epic Beaches
- Perfect Palawan - 10 days
- Perfect Palawan & Coron - 14 days
- Best of the Philippines
- Philippine Islands Youth Adventure - 13 days
- Epic Philippines: Island Hopping Adventure
- 10 Days Do The Philippines Adventure - Palawan Islands (Independent Tour)
- Solo-ish Philippines
Total Philippines
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“It was great to see how dedicated he was to his country, and how he really wanted to help the locals in need.”
Valentina, traveled in April
Manila's Makati district serves as the starting point to Palawan's wonders. Puerto Princesa leads to Port Barton's pristine shores, El Nido's lagoons, and Coron's crystal waters. Transportation includes flights, ferry rides, and private minivan transfers.
Duration 24 days Destinations Manila, Makati, Port Barton, Palawan, Puerto Princesa, El Nido, Coron, Cebu City, Moalboal, BoracaySee all destinations Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator TruTravels From $7,068
20% Off- NZ$5,654You save $1,414
Philippines Sunset
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My experience in the Philippines wouldn't have been the same without him. The best tour guide in the world!”
Robyn, traveled in October
Duration 11 days Destinations Manila, Port Barton, El Nido, Darocotan Island Age Range Ages 18-40 Operator Im Here Travels From
20% Off- NZ$2,512
The route from Manila to Palawan highlights Puerto Princesa's Underground River and concludes in El Nido. A 5-hour private vehicle journey connects destinations, revealing Secret Beach and Hidden Beach.
Duration 9 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, El Nido Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator G Adventures From $1,599
25% Off- NZ$1,199You save $400
Duration 10 days Destinations Manila, Palawan, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton, El Nido Age Range Ages 18-45 Operator On The Go Tours From
25% Off- NZ$3,455
Duration 14 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton, El Nido, Coron, Pass Island, Busuanga Age Range Ages 18-45 Operator On The Go Tours From
25% Off- NZ$4,425
Best of the Philippines
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had a very diverse group, and his was extremely good with everyone. He continued to go out of his way to do lots of extras for everyone.”
Joann, traveled in November
Flying from Manila to Puerto Princesa (1.5 hours), the route leads to Port Barton (3.5 hours), featuring UNESCO's Underground River. The trip culminates in El Nido, where Secret Beach and Hidden Beach await during island-hopping excursions.
Duration 10 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton, El Nido Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$3,259
Duration 13 days Destinations Manila, Cebu City, Moalboal, Coron, Palawan, El Nido Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator On The Go Tours From
25% Off- NZ$4,655
Puerto Princesa's Underground River marks the starting point, leading to El Nido's Hidden Beach, and finishing in Coron via a 2-night Sulu Sea expedition. Snorkeling stops and beach camping precede Mount Tapyas and Maquinit hot springs.
Duration 13 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, El Nido, Coron Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator G Adventures From $2,239
25% Off- NZ$1,679You save $560
10 Days Do The Philippines Adventure - Palawan Islands (Independent Tour)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary, the organisation and, above all, very positive group dynamics proved us wrong!”
Ljubomir, traveled in November
Palawan's treasures unfold from Manila's Intramuros district. Port Barton's secluded beaches, El Nido's crystal waters, and Ditaytayan's sandbar create an unforgettable sequence. Internal flights and private vans connect all destinations.
Duration 10 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton, El Nido, Linapacan Island, Coron Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Do You Travel From
25% Off- NZ$2,680
Manila serves as the gateway to El Nido, Palawan. A flight to Puerto Princesa connects to private vehicle transfers through Port Barton and El Nido. The Underground River and multiple island-hopping locations showcase Palawan's stunning coastline.
Duration 11 days Destinations Manila, Port Barton, Puerto Princesa, El Nido Age Range Ages 18+ Operator G Adventures From $4,339
20% Off- NZ$3,471You save $868
What people love about Palawan Island Tours from Manila
- Philippines Sunset
Sean and Amir are an iconic duo who have planned out the most amazing sunset tour of the Philippines. The trip was faultless and I would highly recommend to everyone.
Just a few words to describe the trip- magical, gorgeous, cultural, EPIC, adventurous, educational, unforgettable! This tour was so properly planned out. Dan added a little bit of everything to this tour. There were so many activities to choose from throughout the trip- island hopping, snorkeling, swimming, sunbathing, zip lining, paddle boarding, spear fishing, cooking, kayaking, waterfall chasing, stargazing, sunset watching... Everyday was a jammed packed with an itinerary full of pure fun and culture! All the travel and accommodation is already done for you. You literally don't have to worry about anything once you are on this tour besides paying for a few of your own meals. The staff was insanely wonderful. They brought so much great energy to the experience and really took care of and genuinely cared about every person on the tour. I felt so safe and comfortable at all times. My favorite part of the tour was the 3D/2N Castaway boat trip where we got to stay on a private beach with a local tribe. We took a cooking class and interacted with the locals. The Camp Carabao staff made us the most delicious food for every meal and we island hopped for 2 days straight. One day we snorkeled at a shipwreck in the most incredible blue waters you have ever seen. And every day was ended with the most unreal sunsets from our private beach. I cannot say enough good things about this tour. Dan is the absolute man. I was so sad when it came to an end. I guarantee you will never experience something like this. Thank you TruTravels for the best 10 days of my life. Recommend 20/10 :)
Philippines West
- West Philippines Classic 10 Day - One Life Adventures
I loved the tour and thought Mel did an excellent job, we loved all of the activities and felt safe and well looked after with Mel. I would have loved a little more history on the country and wish that the prison/ school visits could have been rescheduled (due to being closed for public holidays) as these were the things I was most looking forward too but other than that. We also did the add on tour and would have preferred to choose our own hotel and paid extra for better quality but enjoyed the tours planned out for us. Mel had a bubbly personality which made the group gel and get along and was knowledgeable about what to do and general info.
What our customers ask about Palawan Island Tours from Manila
What's the average tour length for trips from Manila to Palawan Island?
Most Manila to Palawan Island journeys span 8-17 days with 10-11 days being standard. Popular options like the "Philippines Palawan Island Getaway" by Intrepid Travel run for 8 days between Puerto Princesa and El Nido. Accommodations range from the City Garden Grand Hotel in Manila to Hue Hotels in Puerto Princesa offering comfortable bases for daily excursions. A recent TourRadar traveler noted: "The selection of activities and accommodation was excellent. The underwater river was my favorite although the rest were right up there too."
What are the main starting points for tours departing from Manila?
Tours begin from three key Manila locations: Ninoy Aquino International Airport with guide meetups the Mall of Asia district where Hotel 101 serves as a central point and the Makati district hotels. The first evening often features a welcome dinner at notable venues like Blackbird at the Neilson Tower before the next day's Palawan flight. A TourRadar traveler shared: "From my arrival in Manila everything was perfectly organized with airport pickup and clear instructions for the next day's departure."
What should I explore while in Manila before heading to Palawan?
Most Manila itineraries cover the essential historical sites: the walled city of Intramuros Fort Santiago Manila Cathedral and the bustling Binondo Chinatown. Local experiences often include Jeepney rides and street food tours. A TourRadar participant noted: "The bamboo bike tour through historical Intramuros Manila was a highlight - our local guide shared fascinating stories about the Philippines and we got to explore the ASEAN Garden and Manila Cathedral."
What's the typical travel time between Manila and first destinations in Palawan?
Flights from Manila to Puerto Princesa take about 1.5 hours. Ground transport from Puerto Princesa requires 4-5 hours by private van to reach El Nido or 3-3.5 hours to Port Barton. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "The morning flight from Manila to Puerto Princesa was quick and comfortable though the van ride to El Nido took about 5 hours with scenic views along the way."
What are the common starting locations within Manila for these tours?
Tour departures concentrate in three Manila districts: the Makati area home to Z Hostel and Lub D the Mall of Asia region where Tryp by Wyndham welcomes guests and Newport City near the airport featuring Holiday Inn Express. Evening meetups at accommodations start most tours. One TourRadar guest reported: "We met at the rooftop of our hostel in Makati for orientation and our first group dinner overlooking the Manila skyline."
What's the best way to end Manila, Palawan Island tours if starting in Manila?
Tour conclusions split between Manila and Coron with Coron gaining popularity. From Coron travelers can take hour-long flights to Manila or continue to other islands. A TourRadar traveler suggests: "Ending in Coron was perfect as it offered some of the best views and snorkeling - you can easily fly back to Manila or continue your journey from there."
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