11-Day Philippines Island-Hopping Adventure: Cebu, Bohol, Camiguin & Palawan
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
11 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness: comfortable with multiple short hikes, stair climbs (Chocolate Hills observation), basic swimming and prolonged days of travel.
Overview
An 11-day circuit of the Philippines that threads Cebu, Bohol, Camiguin and Palawan — whale sharks at dawn, canyoneering and Kawasan Falls, the Chocolate Hills, volcanic springs and El Nido’s lagoons. Expect early starts, island ferries and a mix of active and restorative moments.
11-Day Philippines Island-Hopping Adventure: Cebu, Bohol, Camiguin & Palawan
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The van pulls away from a sleepy Cebu hotel at 4:00 a.m., headlights cutting through a humid predawn that already smells of sea salt and frying oil. In under three hours you’ll trade city streets for limestone cliffs, coral gardens and a river that disappears beneath a mountain. This is not a single hike or a single beach — it’s an itinerary that stitches five islands into eleven days of marine wildlife encounters, canyon jumps, cavern boats and volcanic springs.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Early mornings are essential
Most wildlife and boat tours depart at dawn; plan on 4:00–6:00 a.m. pickups and pack a headlamp for transfers.
Bring a dry bag
Island hopping and cavern boats mean phones and cameras get wet — a 5–10L dry bag protects electronics and an extra set of clothes.
Cash for islands
Small vendors, market snacks and some park fees accept only cash; carry Philippine pesos and smaller bills for remote stops.
Footwear for mixed terrain
Sturdy water shoes with good grip are useful for canyoneering, rocky beaches and boat landings.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Philippine tarsier
- Whale shark (locally seen off Oslob)
History
Cebu was the first Spanish foothold in the Philippines (1521), with Magellan’s Cross and Fort San Pedro marking colonial contact that reshaped local trade and faith.
Conservation
The tour visits protected sites (Puerto Princesa Underground River, tarsier sanctuaries); follow guides’ rules, use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid touching coral or wildlife.
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Adventure Hotspots in Cebu City
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Dry bag (5–10L)
Protects camera, documents and clothes during boat transfers and sudden rain.
Sturdy water shoes
Grip on wet rocks, comfortable for reef and river landings.
summer specific
Reef-safe sunscreen & hat
Protects skin during long snorkeling and beach days while minimizing reef damage.
summer specific
Lightweight daypack with rain cover
Carries water, snacks and layers for island tours and short hikes.
spring specific