Philippines Island Hopper

Jay transformed a good tour into an unforgettable tour. I hope that you'll get to travel with him if you book this tour which is a great way to explore the Philippines, make new friends, and/or take a break from solo travelling!!

I really loved all the fun activities that were included. Snorkeling, canyoneering, swimming in crystal clear water. Well organised, with many different options and opportunities. The only thing that I would ask for is that the company would ask the hotels to make something more substantial for the vegan, I was usually left very hungry with very little options.

Just wrapped up the most incredible 17-day tour through the Philippines, and it exceeded every expectation! The itinerary was packed with unforgettable experiences — island hopping, snorkeling with turtles, cliff jumping, kayaking, and so much more. But what truly made the trip unforgettable was the people… and one person in particular: Massive shout-out to Jay, our tour guide! 🙌 Jay was absolutely legendary — super friendly, organized, and always full of energy. He brought the whole group together like a family from day one, and his love for the Philippines was contagious. Whether it was teaching us local phrases, finding the best street food, or making sure every detail of the trip ran smoothly, Jay went above and beyond in every way. Can’t wait for my next adventure with this team!

This was my very first trip alone with a group and Ioved every second of it. I would recommend to go on the island hopper trip. The tourguides are really kind en caring and the local people who work with the travel team also. We did amazing activities and I would do it all over again. Communication is also on top!

A great trip with a wonderful guide that took us all around the Philippines doing a variety of fun activities along the way.

A great trip with a wonderful guide that took us all around the Philippines doing a variety of fun activities along the way.

I recently embarked on a 17-day island hopping tour with this tour company, and it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment we set foot on our first island to the final farewell, every day was filled with adventure, culture, and unforgettable experiences. One of the highlights of the tour was the diversity of destinations we visited. From the bustling streets of Manila to the pristine beaches of Palawan, each island offered its own unique charm and beauty. The itinerary was well-planned, allowing us to explore both popular tourist spots and hidden gems off the beaten path. The activities included in the tour were diverse and catered to all interests. Whether it was snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, hiking through lush rainforests, or immersing ourselves in local culture through village visits and food tours, there was never a dull moment. The knowledgeable guides provided valuable insights into the history, culture, and traditions of each destination, enhancing our overall experience. Accommodations throughout the tour were comfortable and conveniently located, allowing us to relax and recharge after a day of exploration. The group dynamic was fantastic, and I made lifelong friendships with fellow travelers from around the world. One aspect that stood out to me was the level of support and professionalism provided by the tour company. From the initial booking process to the end of the tour, their team was responsive, organized, and dedicated to ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all participants. Overall, the 17-day island hopping tour was an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, cultural immersion, and lifelong memories. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore the beauty and diversity of the Philippines in a fun and hassle-free way.

I visited the Philippines with no expectations and it completely blew me away with its kind hearted people, delicious cuisine and spectacular natural beauty. I still dream about Daracotan Island and its warm turquoise water. The Philippines is a slice of heaven that still feels like a hidden gem. From the bustling and chaotic capital called Manila, to the serene white sand beaches and idyllic islands of el nido, coron and Boracay. A group tours overall enjoyment is also impacted by the people you’re travelling with and your tour leader but lucky for me I had the most amazing bunch of people to share experiences and memories with. Our travel ninja Orty is an absolute star and honestly one of (if not the best) tour leader I’ve had on any tour and this is coming with someone who has done a lot of group travel. His infectious, energetic and positive attitude made our experience in the Philippines so much more enjoyable. Orty is ready to answer any questions. He is extremely well organised with making sure everything runs smoothly and is so much fun to be around. We couldn’t have asked for a better tour leader. I love the Philippines and would love to return someday 🫶🏽❤️❤️❤️

Had an amazing time on the 17 day total Philippines tour. The balance between included activites, nightlife and optional extras was excellent! The tour guides Orty and AJ were absolute highlights throughout both in always being there for questions or help with additional itinerary planning but also bringing so much energy, positivity and fun to the whole trip!! I couldn’t recommend them or the tour more highly 🕺🏼

The trip is incredible. Every day is different and the experiences are incredible. It was so well organised throughout and meant we didn’t have to worry about anything

Highly recommend this trip- we absolutely loved it! Lots of fun activities, we loved Darocotan island and visiting the local school, whilst also being able to get some diving in!

Vanezza was brilliant on the trip throughout. She went above and beyond on a number of occasions, adding additional activities like visiting a local school or quad biking on a beach all of which ended up being some of the highlights of the trip. There were also a number of instances where Vanezza would leave the group to work or stay awake to make sure we were all safe. Being Filipino, Vanezza was able to communicate freely which added a lot to our trip and was able to teach us about the culture and history of the Philippines. I would highly recommend that more guides are employed from their country as this added a lot to the trip. I would like to thank her for making the experience extra special!

Vanezza made this trip! What an absolutely amazing guide. From start to finish Vanezza looked after us all so well, making sure we had everything we needed and going over the plans in fine detail. Vanezza went above and beyond her job role, she made travelling easy. Having a tour guide from the Philippines was definitely an extra bonus - knowing the culture, talking to locals and knowing the best spots! What a woman she is. Forever grateful for her guidance and hope to cross paths with Vanezza again in the future. -Nicole

The trip was amazing and Vanezza always went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for everyone. She was very helpful and sorted out any issues we had. She was a huge part of the experience and why we had such a good time. Best tour guide ever.

Vanezza was an amazing tour guide. She always made sure we had everything we wanted and needed. When I was sick on the trip she was helping me a lot and offered to take me to the hospital if needed. It was really nice to have a native guide, since she was able to provide us with a lot of information about the country and the culture. She really made my trip unforgettable!

This tour was the best tour I have been on! The people, the places and our fantastic guide Vanezza. Everything was perfect from start to finish. I would 100% recommend to a friend. All the activities were so much fun. The tour was great combination of chill time, activities and partying. Everything went so smoothly thanks to our guide - she couldn’t of done more for our group and we are so thankful we got her as a guide. I will definitely be returning to the Philippines in the future. -Dearbhla

This would my 5th group tour over the past number of months. My first with this travel specialist, I want to point out what made the difference between this trip being the best experience over the other tours I had travelled on. Our guide was exceptional from minute one. Vanezza is such a beautiful human with such enthusiasm for adventure, the outdoors and people. Vanezza went above and beyond for our group, essentially to ensure we had the best possible experience. Vanezza made our trip so much fun and maximised our time in her beautiful country. The fact Vanezza was from the Philippines completely enhanced and enriched our experience of the Philippines and it’s rich culture. Having somebody able discuss and compare the culture, the history and the day to day life was so wholesome. This for me was the biggest highlight of this tour over others. Vanezza could bridge the connection many times between our group and the local people, staff in our accommodations, people running the activities etc. Vanezza could converse our groups needs but also create the atmosphere between us and the people we interacted with throughout the Philippines. Vanezza’s cool and calm demeanour transcended into the group and left us with a great sense of calmness about our trip. We knew we where with an experienced head, this particularly when we had travel days etc. This has been my favourite tour across south east Asia a lot that comes from Vanezza however, I Absolutely loved all of activities across the trip. The blend of two night stays was a perfect mix between levels of intensity over the trip. -aaron

Vanezza was an absolut jewel! She always looked out for us and our wishes and she did way more than was expected from her. She always smiled and gave everyone a good feeling. Everyone in the group loved her! -Sarah

Vanezza was so helpful from start to finish. She’s went above and beyond for our group and made our trip! It was refreshing to have a tour guide that is from the Philippines. She had lots of knowledge and helped us feel at ease while travelling. -tara

Although a few bumps along the way due to weather issues Richard made sure our last few days over Christmas was not ruined. We missed two island hoping days due to the weather and our Christmas Day sail but still had a great time and enjoyed the alternative plans arranged for us on our last day that Richard was able to arrange for us last minute. Richard provided some good food recommendations for each restaurant and good cocktails too. As we were there for Christmas Richard organised a Secret Santa for us all which was great fun and helped make our Christmas extra special. Thanks for good memories

Overall this was a very enjoyable tour, and represented excellent value for money. Richard G, our tour guide, was a friendly presence who did his best to help in sometimes challenging circumstances. The demographic was mainly 20-30 somethings, and I felt that my expectations were perhaps more realistic; I think some members of the group had not had as many different travel experiences and were unhappy when poor weather meant that part of the trip had to be rescheduled, leading to an extended stay in El Nido, and 2 days worth of boat trips and one ferry being cancelled. Sadly, I think some members of the group may have conflated this inconvenience with Richard G’s management of the situation; I think he did a good job in very challenging circumstances of resolving the issues, and of acting as a middleman between the group and the company (as many decisions were actually out of his hands). I was really impressed that Richard was proactive in setting up both a WhatsApp group for the tour in advance, and a shared Spotify playlist that everyone could contribute to. A WhatsApp group is always a huge plus for tours like this, but often tour leaders don’t take the initiative, or they set one up too late in the trip; it was great to be able to chat with people and get excited before the trip started, to share plans and recommendations in the chat, and for people who arrived early or at different times to be able to meet up before the trip started. The shared musical playlist was great as well, and made us feel that this was *our* trip. It was also very helpful that Richard described the full itinerary for the following day in advance, even down to giving us menus so we could preorder food for the following evening. This thoughtful planning has been missing from most other group trips that I’ve been on, and meant that foreseeable issues were avoided, e.g. if someone misses an important announcement, or if there is no wifi available when we reach a destination. With this planning, he sidestepped these issues handily, as we were all set, and when we arrived at our new destination we could hit the beach – or the bed for a quick nap! – straight away. Overall, great value for money, and a lot of fun. Thank you Richard G!! :)

My 17 day island hopper tour was incredible from start to finish.. our tour guide Rich was 10/10 and made sure he was always there to help if anybody ever needed anything as well as being really great company.. more like a mate than a guide! The tour included a fab mixture of activities to suite everyone, and a great mix of culture, party & relaxation! The island hopping days were amazing, and some of my favourites while on the trip! Could not recommend it enough and thanks to Rich for being so great!

Chris is a brilliant tour guide. He has a great balance; very calm & chilled whilst also being very organised. Great knowledge of the visited areas. The trip went extremely smoothly and that's testament to Chris. Simon was a 2nd tour guide and he was great too, complimenting Chris well. Simen also took great photos. Highly recommend this tour!

Well where do I start. Even before we arrived Rich was in contact with me to let us know what to expect from the minute we got off the plane. We had a group of 25, and from experience I know how hard it can be to organise a group but Rich was fantastic in keeping us together getting everywhere on time and giving us local inside info along the way. Every evening he told us what to expect for the following day. He was very engaging and alway up for a good laugh. This trip has been one of the best trips I have been on and I've traveled a lot. This is my first trip with this travel specialist and I will definitely be booking another one. Rich thanks for everything.

Rich was my tour guide for the 17 day Philippine Island Hopper tour, and I can’t recommend him enough. From start to finish Rich was extremely organised, helpful and became a friend to everyone on the tour (which is impressive when you have a range of personalities in the group). Having previously experienced a not so great tour leader with a different company, Rich was a breath of fresh air and is truly great at his job. In regards to the tour itself, it’s jam packed full of great activities, my personal favourite was the canyoneering in Moalboal. The tour was completely stress free thanks to Rich and I made friends for life. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone considering it, and really can’t fault anything! Thank you :)