The Philippines is a perfect place for the outdoor enthusiast. Here’s why!
Variety – There are dozens of extreme escapes waiting for you. We have adventures that will push you to the limit, and also more relaxed pursuits that you’re sure to enjoy. From aquatic sports to hiking and spelunking, the Philippines can satisfy any kind of craving for adventure.
Affordability – Everything in the Philippines is within your budget, from accommodations, transportation and food, especially when you’re out in the provinces. You’ll be amazed at how far your money can go!
Modern infrastructure – All adventure destinations in the Philippines are easily accessible by land, sea, or air. Plus an excellent cellular phone network and convenient pre-paid mobile phone service help keep you in touch.
No language barrier – Almost everywhere you go, English is spoken and understood. Leave those phrase books at home!
Variety – There are dozens of extreme escapes waiting for you. We have adventures that will push you to the limit, and also more relaxed pursuits that you’re sure to enjoy. From aquatic sports to hiking and spelunking, the Philippines can satisfy any kind of craving for adventure.
Affordability – Everything in the Philippines is within your budget, from accommodations, transportation and food, especially when you’re out in the provinces. You’ll be amazed at how far your money can go!
Modern infrastructure – All adventure destinations in the Philippines are easily accessible by land, sea, or air. Plus an excellent cellular phone network and convenient pre-paid mobile phone service help keep you in touch.
No language barrier – Almost everywhere you go, English is spoken and understood. Leave those phrase books at home!
Aquatic Adventures
If you like getting your thrills above and underneath the waves, then the Philippines has so much to offer!
Surfers, kayakers, rafters, and board sports enthusiasts should be in proper attire, including life vests and other equipments.
Scuba divers should stick with divemasters and operators accredited by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI).
There are plenty of caves and wrecks that can be explored in the Philippines, but do not venture into them unless you are trained to do so or are accompanied by professional guides.
Sharks and other dangerous fish like barracudas are often found in Philippine waters. Please take extreme care.
The rainy season in the Philippines starts in June and ends in November. Watersports are discouraged during this period. And even during other times of the year, typhoons can still strike. The safest months are during summer, from February to May.
If you like getting your thrills above and underneath the waves, then the Philippines has so much to offer!
Surfers, kayakers, rafters, and board sports enthusiasts should be in proper attire, including life vests and other equipments.
Scuba divers should stick with divemasters and operators accredited by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI).
There are plenty of caves and wrecks that can be explored in the Philippines, but do not venture into them unless you are trained to do so or are accompanied by professional guides.
Sharks and other dangerous fish like barracudas are often found in Philippine waters. Please take extreme care.
The rainy season in the Philippines starts in June and ends in November. Watersports are discouraged during this period. And even during other times of the year, typhoons can still strike. The safest months are during summer, from February to May.
Sea Kayaking
Paddling out to sea is great way to commune with nature. Sea Kayaking packages are widely available all over the archipelago, but the prime spot for the sports has to be the Calamian Islands off Palawan. There you’ll discover the pristine, palm-fringed limestone islands that the indigenous people of the area, the Tagbanuas, have been exploring for generations. Subic Bay and Boracay, two major vacation spots, also offer sea kayaking.
Paddling out to sea is great way to commune with nature. Sea Kayaking packages are widely available all over the archipelago, but the prime spot for the sports has to be the Calamian Islands off Palawan. There you’ll discover the pristine, palm-fringed limestone islands that the indigenous people of the area, the Tagbanuas, have been exploring for generations. Subic Bay and Boracay, two major vacation spots, also offer sea kayaking.
Scuba Diving
Divers around the world agree: the Philippines has some of the finest scuba diving sites on the planet. The archipelago is the center of marine fish biodiversity and home to most diverse marine ecosystem in the world. The options are endless. Night dives in Anilao, Batangas reveals unusual creatures like sea goblins, blue-ringed octopi, mandarin fishes and ghost-pipe fishes. The popular Puerto Galera resort in Mindoro offers a close-up look at fascinating coral gardens and colorful sea creatures. Balicasag Island, off the coast of Bohol, has spectacular black coral “forests” and caves to explore. But nothing leaves divers in awe like the legendary Tubbattaha Reefs, known for their underwater splendor. In fact, Tubbattaha was declared one of the UNESCOs World Heritage sites because of its sheer beauty.
Divers around the world agree: the Philippines has some of the finest scuba diving sites on the planet. The archipelago is the center of marine fish biodiversity and home to most diverse marine ecosystem in the world. The options are endless. Night dives in Anilao, Batangas reveals unusual creatures like sea goblins, blue-ringed octopi, mandarin fishes and ghost-pipe fishes. The popular Puerto Galera resort in Mindoro offers a close-up look at fascinating coral gardens and colorful sea creatures. Balicasag Island, off the coast of Bohol, has spectacular black coral “forests” and caves to explore. But nothing leaves divers in awe like the legendary Tubbattaha Reefs, known for their underwater splendor. In fact, Tubbattaha was declared one of the UNESCOs World Heritage sites because of its sheer beauty.
Board Sports
These new board sports are taking the Philippines by storm. Kiteboarding where you ride the waves while tethered to a giant kite, has proven to be a huge attraction at the beach paradise of Boracay. Bulabog Beach, on the other side of Boracay, is a mecca for boardsailing enthusiasts. Wakeboarding is a unique thrill especially at the Camsur Water sports Complex near Naga City, an hour’s flight from Manila. This new, man-made water sports park is the epicenter for wakeboarding in the country.
These new board sports are taking the Philippines by storm. Kiteboarding where you ride the waves while tethered to a giant kite, has proven to be a huge attraction at the beach paradise of Boracay. Bulabog Beach, on the other side of Boracay, is a mecca for boardsailing enthusiasts. Wakeboarding is a unique thrill especially at the Camsur Water sports Complex near Naga City, an hour’s flight from Manila. This new, man-made water sports park is the epicenter for wakeboarding in the country.
White Water Rafting
You don’t have to go to the Colorado River to feel the pure adrenalin rush of white water rafting. The Philippines has two fabulous white water rafting spots to choose from. Up north is the Chico River, a 72 kilometer silver of frothy river that winds itself through the heart of the breathtaking Cordillera mountains. The southern island of Mindanao also has a whitewater rafting showcase, the rough-and-tumble Cagayan De Oro river. Either way, you’ll be in for the ride of your life!
You don’t have to go to the Colorado River to feel the pure adrenalin rush of white water rafting. The Philippines has two fabulous white water rafting spots to choose from. Up north is the Chico River, a 72 kilometer silver of frothy river that winds itself through the heart of the breathtaking Cordillera mountains. The southern island of Mindanao also has a whitewater rafting showcase, the rough-and-tumble Cagayan De Oro river. Either way, you’ll be in for the ride of your life!
Surfing
Whether you’re novice surfer or a veteran tube rider, the Philippines has a surf venue for you. Beginners can hone their skills in La Union, Zambales, or Leyte. Baler, in the Province of Aurora, offers great Pacific Ocean surfing just a few hours away from Manila. But hardcore surfers must make a beeline to Siargao. This island off Mindanao is home to the legendary Cloud Nine break, where the Pacific Ocean regularly serves up ten-foot waves that offer the ultimate surfing high.
Whether you’re novice surfer or a veteran tube rider, the Philippines has a surf venue for you. Beginners can hone their skills in La Union, Zambales, or Leyte. Baler, in the Province of Aurora, offers great Pacific Ocean surfing just a few hours away from Manila. But hardcore surfers must make a beeline to Siargao. This island off Mindanao is home to the legendary Cloud Nine break, where the Pacific Ocean regularly serves up ten-foot waves that offer the ultimate surfing high.
Land Adventures
On just about al of the Philippines’ 7,107 Islands, you can find exhilarating extreme adventures that allow you to explore our nature wonders.
Cave explorers, mountaineers, rock climbers and hikers should try to avoid planning trips during the rainy seasons, which typically starts in June and can last till November. Not only does heavy rain make trekking dangerous, but the threat of landslides and rockslides also increases. The safest months for trekking and hiking are during summer, from February to May.
From December to May, light clothing is fine for mountain biking. A 3-liter hydration bladder is recommended due to the extreme tropical heat that is worst from March till May. But as a general rule, It can still get extremely hot on any day of the year.
During the rainy season, you should waterproof your gear with drybags and pouches. Invest in a quality rain shell as well, to protect against the elements. For multi-day excursions, be sure to pack several pieces of each article of clothing.
On just about al of the Philippines’ 7,107 Islands, you can find exhilarating extreme adventures that allow you to explore our nature wonders.
Cave explorers, mountaineers, rock climbers and hikers should try to avoid planning trips during the rainy seasons, which typically starts in June and can last till November. Not only does heavy rain make trekking dangerous, but the threat of landslides and rockslides also increases. The safest months for trekking and hiking are during summer, from February to May.
From December to May, light clothing is fine for mountain biking. A 3-liter hydration bladder is recommended due to the extreme tropical heat that is worst from March till May. But as a general rule, It can still get extremely hot on any day of the year.
During the rainy season, you should waterproof your gear with drybags and pouches. Invest in a quality rain shell as well, to protect against the elements. For multi-day excursions, be sure to pack several pieces of each article of clothing.
Mountain Biking
Whether you’re a hardcore downhiller, a jungle trail rider, or you simply crave for a leisure ride on flat bike trails, the Philippines is for you. And you don’t even have to go far from Manila. There are excellent bike trails in the outskirts of the capital, namely those in San Mateo, Rizal, and Sta Rosa, Laguna. But for demanding technical riding, you must try out the Aeta Jungle Luge trail in Subic Bay Freeport, or head off to Baguio City. It’s a jump-off point for many mountain bike trails that begin at the outskirts of the city and take riders as far as La Union AND Nueva Vizcaya. Sagada is also a popular destination for mountainbikers. The Visayas region is likewise dotted with dozens of trails like the Die Hard Trails in Loboc, Bohol.
Whether you’re a hardcore downhiller, a jungle trail rider, or you simply crave for a leisure ride on flat bike trails, the Philippines is for you. And you don’t even have to go far from Manila. There are excellent bike trails in the outskirts of the capital, namely those in San Mateo, Rizal, and Sta Rosa, Laguna. But for demanding technical riding, you must try out the Aeta Jungle Luge trail in Subic Bay Freeport, or head off to Baguio City. It’s a jump-off point for many mountain bike trails that begin at the outskirts of the city and take riders as far as La Union AND Nueva Vizcaya. Sagada is also a popular destination for mountainbikers. The Visayas region is likewise dotted with dozens of trails like the Die Hard Trails in Loboc, Bohol.
Rock Climbing
Rock climbing has caught on big in the Philippines. There are currently about a dozen indoor walls in Metro Manila, plus great outdoor sites near Manila. Montalban, with its limestone cliffs as high as 300 feet, is a popular destination. There are also terrific cliffs near Baguio in the north, and down south in Atimonan, Quezon. But for a truly exotic rock climbing experience, check out the spectacular cliffs at El Nido and Coron, near the world lass beach resorts of Palawan.
Rock climbing has caught on big in the Philippines. There are currently about a dozen indoor walls in Metro Manila, plus great outdoor sites near Manila. Montalban, with its limestone cliffs as high as 300 feet, is a popular destination. There are also terrific cliffs near Baguio in the north, and down south in Atimonan, Quezon. But for a truly exotic rock climbing experience, check out the spectacular cliffs at El Nido and Coron, near the world lass beach resorts of Palawan.
Trekking
The Philippines is full of great trekking and mountaineering spots. Mountaineers flock to the nation’s highest peaks, like Mount Pulag in the North and Mount Apo, the country’s highest peak, In the southern island of Mindanao. But there are other great hiking and trekking sites, like the eerily beautiful Mount Pinatubo crater. Light treks can also be enjoyed in the outlying provinces of Metro Manila, like Laguna Batangas, and Bulacan.
The Philippines is full of great trekking and mountaineering spots. Mountaineers flock to the nation’s highest peaks, like Mount Pulag in the North and Mount Apo, the country’s highest peak, In the southern island of Mindanao. But there are other great hiking and trekking sites, like the eerily beautiful Mount Pinatubo crater. Light treks can also be enjoyed in the outlying provinces of Metro Manila, like Laguna Batangas, and Bulacan.
Cave Exploration
The Philippines is a haven for cave exploration enthusiasts. The caves in Sagada feature spectacular lime formations. These caves are also ancestral burial sites for the local indigenous people. The famous Callao cave has a “chapel” made of gothic-like arches formed by stalagmites and stalactites. And at dusk, visitors are treated to the sight of thousands of bats streaming out of the mouth of the cave. Meanwhile in Palawan, you can explore the St. Paul Subterranean River, the world’s longest underground waterway. No doubt there are still waiting to be discovered.
The Philippines is a haven for cave exploration enthusiasts. The caves in Sagada feature spectacular lime formations. These caves are also ancestral burial sites for the local indigenous people. The famous Callao cave has a “chapel” made of gothic-like arches formed by stalagmites and stalactites. And at dusk, visitors are treated to the sight of thousands of bats streaming out of the mouth of the cave. Meanwhile in Palawan, you can explore the St. Paul Subterranean River, the world’s longest underground waterway. No doubt there are still waiting to be discovered.
Aerial Adventures
Do you get your thrills from thousands of feet in the air? Then let the Philippines satisfy your aerial cravings!
Make sure that all your skydiving and ultralight flying activities are done with operators accredited by the Department of Tourism or Civil Aviation Authority.
Do you get your thrills from thousands of feet in the air? Then let the Philippines satisfy your aerial cravings!
Make sure that all your skydiving and ultralight flying activities are done with operators accredited by the Department of Tourism or Civil Aviation Authority.
Sky Diving
If skydiving is your passion, then the Philippines is the right place for you. The country’s affordable skydiving packages allow you to fulfill your dream of hurtling through the sky while marveling at the majestic views. The Skydiving Center in Tanauan, Batangas presents one of the most spectacular skydiving scenery in the world, with a drop zone between Mount Makiling and Taal Volcano.
If skydiving is your passion, then the Philippines is the right place for you. The country’s affordable skydiving packages allow you to fulfill your dream of hurtling through the sky while marveling at the majestic views. The Skydiving Center in Tanauan, Batangas presents one of the most spectacular skydiving scenery in the world, with a drop zone between Mount Makiling and Taal Volcano.
Hot Air Ballooning
The Philippines is also a fantastic spot for hot-air ballooning. And every February, you can join the Philippine Hot Air Balloon Festival in Clark Field in Pampanga. It’s one of Asia’s biggest hot-air balloon festivals, and the sight of those colorful orbs filling up the sky is sure to take your breath away.
The Philippines is also a fantastic spot for hot-air ballooning. And every February, you can join the Philippine Hot Air Balloon Festival in Clark Field in Pampanga. It’s one of Asia’s biggest hot-air balloon festivals, and the sight of those colorful orbs filling up the sky is sure to take your breath away.
Ultralight Flying
Ultralight is the most basic, elemental form of flight. It’s also the most exhilarating. While it may be expensive in other parts of the world, it’s well budget in the Philippines. Clark Field in Pampanga, a few hours north of Manila, has the most affordable Ultralight flying packages, allowing you to experience the sensation of flying without paying a fortune.
Ultralight is the most basic, elemental form of flight. It’s also the most exhilarating. While it may be expensive in other parts of the world, it’s well budget in the Philippines. Clark Field in Pampanga, a few hours north of Manila, has the most affordable Ultralight flying packages, allowing you to experience the sensation of flying without paying a fortune.
Eco-tourism Adventures
The Philippines is full adventures that let you experience nature while safeguarding the environment. Many of our destinations will bring you to remote and untouched natural highways that allow you to experience nature firsthand.
A quality pair of binoculars with at least 8×25 magnifications is a bird watching essential. Whale and dolphin enthusiasts might find this useful too.
Whale sharks are used to human contact but there are certain guidelines when interacting with them. Do not touch nor ride the Whale Shark, nor impede its natural path. Stay at least three meters away from the whale’s body and at least four meters away from its tail. Never use flash photography, as this might alarm the whale. Do not use scuba gear and there should only be a maximum of six swimmers per whale shark.
When taking canopy walks and while bird watching, be careful not to litter.
The Philippines is full adventures that let you experience nature while safeguarding the environment. Many of our destinations will bring you to remote and untouched natural highways that allow you to experience nature firsthand.
A quality pair of binoculars with at least 8×25 magnifications is a bird watching essential. Whale and dolphin enthusiasts might find this useful too.
Whale sharks are used to human contact but there are certain guidelines when interacting with them. Do not touch nor ride the Whale Shark, nor impede its natural path. Stay at least three meters away from the whale’s body and at least four meters away from its tail. Never use flash photography, as this might alarm the whale. Do not use scuba gear and there should only be a maximum of six swimmers per whale shark.
When taking canopy walks and while bird watching, be careful not to litter.
Whale & Dolphin Watching
Donsol, on the southern tip of the main island of Luzon, is the Whale Shark Capital of the World. From February to May, you can literally swim alongside these gentle, polka-dotted giants that grow up to forty feet in length. It’s an experience of a lifetime! Dolphins can also be spotted al over the Philippines. One of the best spots in Pamilacan Island, off Bohol in the Visayas. There guided tours will let you behold dolphins, bryde’s whales, and even the occasional manta ray.
Donsol, on the southern tip of the main island of Luzon, is the Whale Shark Capital of the World. From February to May, you can literally swim alongside these gentle, polka-dotted giants that grow up to forty feet in length. It’s an experience of a lifetime! Dolphins can also be spotted al over the Philippines. One of the best spots in Pamilacan Island, off Bohol in the Visayas. There guided tours will let you behold dolphins, bryde’s whales, and even the occasional manta ray.
Bird Watching
The Philippines is truly a birdwatcher’s dream. The country is home to over 760 species of birds, including some of the rarest species in the world. The Candaba Swamp in Pampanga is well-known bird sanctuary. As a stop-over for birds migrating from north Asia, rare birds like the Eurasian spoonbill and schrenck’s bittern have been spotted there. The Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary, near Cebu, is also a paradise for birdwatchers. Over 50 different species of migratory birds have been spotted here, including the rare Chinese egret.
The Philippines is truly a birdwatcher’s dream. The country is home to over 760 species of birds, including some of the rarest species in the world. The Candaba Swamp in Pampanga is well-known bird sanctuary. As a stop-over for birds migrating from north Asia, rare birds like the Eurasian spoonbill and schrenck’s bittern have been spotted there. The Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary, near Cebu, is also a paradise for birdwatchers. Over 50 different species of migratory birds have been spotted here, including the rare Chinese egret.
Canopy Walk
Imagine walking amongst the dense foliage of the towering hardwood trees of a prestine rainforest and looking twenty feet down to the forest floor. This is the magic of canopy walking. It’s a great way to explore the heart of the primary rain forest. There is no better place to experience it than the Philippines! The canopy walkway in Claveria, Misamis Oriental lets you hop from tree to tree on hanging bridges so you can soak in the atmosphere of the ancient jungle of Mindanao
Imagine walking amongst the dense foliage of the towering hardwood trees of a prestine rainforest and looking twenty feet down to the forest floor. This is the magic of canopy walking. It’s a great way to explore the heart of the primary rain forest. There is no better place to experience it than the Philippines! The canopy walkway in Claveria, Misamis Oriental lets you hop from tree to tree on hanging bridges so you can soak in the atmosphere of the ancient jungle of Mindanao
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