El Nido
Region: Palawan Province
Nature
Premier beach resort known for limestone karsts and crystal-clear lagoons.
Tourism in Philippines
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park
Region: Off Palawan
Natural Heritage
UNESCO World Heritage marine protected area admired by divers.
Boracay Island
Region: Aklan Province
Beach Resort
Island popular for its 4km White Beach and sunsets.
Cordillera Rice Terraces
Region: Ifugao Province, Luzon
Cultural Landscape
Stepped paddies of mountain peoples with over 2,000 years of history. World Heritage Site.
Intramuros
Region: Manila City
Historic District
Walled city from the Spanish colonial era with Fort Santiago and San Agustin Church remaining.
Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
Region: Palawan Province
Natural Heritage
Cave system with an 8km underground river explorable by boat.
Mayon Volcano
Region: Albay Province
Nature
Active volcano with a perfect conical shape; popular for climbing and photography.
Taal Volcano
Region: Batangas Province
Nature
Complex volcanic terrain with a lake within an island, and another lake and crater.
Chocolate Hills
Region: Bohol Province
Nature
Unique landscape with over 1,200 conical hills that turn brown during the dry season.
Kawasan Falls
Region: Badian, Cebu Province
Nature
Emerald-colored pools where canyoneering can be experienced.
Rizal Park
Region: Manila City
Urban Park
Vast green space associated with national hero Jose Rizal.
Giant Lantern Festival Venue
Region: San Fernando, Pampanga Province
Traditional Event
Festival of light competing with multi-meter diameter lanterns before Christmas.
Suggested itineraries
Luzon Island History and Nature Highlights
Duration (days): 5
Highlights: Intramuros, Taal Volcano, Baguio, Rice Terraces
Course traversing from the capital region to northern Luzon, exploring colonial heritage and mountain culture.
Cebu & Bohol Island Hopping
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Oslob, Kawasan Falls, Chocolate Hills, Tarsier Sanctuary
Tropical tour to swim with whale sharks and enjoy nature and culture in Bohol.
Palawan Wilderness Exploration
Duration (days): 6
Highlights: El Nido, Underground River, Naldo Lake, Honda Bay Island Hop
Experience limestone lagoons, cave rivers, and mangroves in remote Palawan.
Travel tips
- The dry season (November to May) is the best season for tourism with low typhoon risk.
- Airport taxis are flat rate; confirm meter before boarding street taxis.
- Electronic money GCash is widely used even in convenience stores.
- Tap water is not potable; purchase bottled water.
- Inter-island travel is fastest by air; confirm ferry schedules the day before.
- Shops close during Holy Week, so prepare food and cash in advance.
- Strong sunlight requires SPF50+ sunscreen and lightweight long sleeves.
- Carry DEET-containing insect repellent for mosquito protection.
- ATMs are abundant in major cities, but remote islands have many cash-only shops.
- Tipping culture is relaxed but 10% is a guideline at restaurants without service charge.
- Be cautious of pickpockets at night markets; hold bags in front of body.
- Public Wi-Fi is abundant but unstable; eSIM or mobile Wi-Fi is convenient.