15 1-Day Tours in the Philippines to Build a Day Around

1.Underground River Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,460 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $48Our pick

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, ride a pump boat and paddle canoe into the famous Underground River, then eat a Filipino buffet lunch. Guides such as Sky, Jeff, and Gerald are praised for clear local insight and friendly care. Optional zipline and mangrove trips add value, though the road is long and boat access can mean walking through water.

“It was such a well arranged tour, the food was amazing and the activities were fun. Jeff Moon was also a really lovely guide. He has been the best one so far, in my three months of traveling. He was kind and funny and gave the right amount of information.”

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2.Underground River Day Trip from Puerto Princesa City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 261 reviews · from $50

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, then ride an outrigger boat and paddle into a UNESCO-listed cave. The standard river visit lasts about 30 to 45 minutes. Lunch, transport, permits, and a guide are included. Add a zipline, mangrove trip, massage, or private service if you want a longer day.

“There is a 20 minute boat ride from beach to underground river. The other description is correct. Don’t miss this”

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3.Underground River Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 167 reviews · 9 hours · from $41Best value

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang for a guided boat ride through the UNESCO-listed Underground River. You’ll get hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, boat transfers, an English audio guide, and a small group capped at 13. Guides such as Echo, Shy, and Mario are known for keeping the long day organized. Optional ziplining and mangrove trips can be added.

“Today we went on the Underground River Tour. What an experience! We were picked up on time , collected the other participants on the way and had a lot of fun . Echo, our guide, was absolutely outstanding. Not only was he able to tell us something about almost everything we passed, he was also a warm, very lively, courteous and funny guide. No matter what questions you had, if he could help you further, it was obvious to him. Price performance more than top. Highly recommended! Have fun and many thanks for the great day :) Übersetzt mit DeepL (https://www.deepl.com/app/?utm_source=ios&utm_medium=app&utm_campaign=share-translation)”

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4.Port Barton & Island Hopping Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 72 reviews · 15 hours · from $90

Leave Puerto Princesa around 5 AM for a four-hour ride to Port Barton, then spend the day snorkeling, swimming, and visiting up to four islands and reefs. You may see sea turtles at Turtle Spot, relax on Exotic or Maxima Island, visit Twin Reef and Starfish Island, and eat a local BBQ lunch. Return around 9 PM.

“Tivemos a oportunidade de visitar praias e corais maravilhosos .Port Barton é um sítio encantador . Devíamos ficar mais dias embora seja a 4 h de qualquer aeroporto , vale a pena A equipa da Corazón tours foi impecável.”

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5.Day Trip to El Nido and Island Hopping

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 33 reviews · 20 hours

Leave Puerto Princesa around 4 AM for the five-hour ride to El Nido, then spend the day by boat visiting Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos Beach, and Big Lagoon. Snorkeling gear, aqua shoes, a kayak, lunch, fees, and hotel transfers are included. Expect a very long day, crowded stops, and variable return transport.

“I was able to get to el Nido without losing the day”

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6.Osmeña Peak and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 32 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $142

Combine a short hike to Cebu’s Osmeña Peak with three hours of Kawasan Falls canyoneering. Local guides such as Joel, Raven, and Anthony lead the river adventure, while hotel transfers, lunch, entry fees, helmets, life jackets, and trekking shoes are included. Expect an early start, slippery ground, cliff jumps, swimming, and a long but action-packed day.

“We did the Osmeña Peak and Kawasan Falls with Zip Line. Highly recommend both. The peak had a lot of clouds but we stuck around and saw a beautiful view after the clouds parted. The hike was short but very slippery. I would highly recommend using hiking boots. You can rent walking sticks there, which I would recommend as well. Kawasan Falls and the Zip Line were a blast. Definitely do the Zip Line. Just a heads up, you need to hop on the back of a motorcycle in order to get up to the Zip Line. It is pretty short so I wouldn't worry too much about it. Our…”

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7.Moalboal Island Hopping and Mantayupan Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 19 reviews · 8 hours · from $112

You’ll snorkel from Moalboal to Pescador Island, Turtle Point, and the sardine run, then visit 98-meter Mantayupan Falls. The private trip includes hotel pickup, boat transport, entry fees, masks, and life jackets. Bring a waterproof bag, towel, food, and cash. English communication may vary by driver and local guide.

“Underbar upplevelse rekomenrat stsrkt men billigare att boka på plats. Vår chaufför var fantastisk”

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8.Private Linapacan Island Day Trip with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $240Top rated

Travel by private boat from El Nido to five islands around Linapacan, including Maosonon, Magransing, Cobra, Cagdanao, and Culaylayan. Your 8 to 9 hour outing includes hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, a beach buffet with drinks, and a licensed guide. Ask for an English-speaking guide if clear communication matters to you.

“We had a wonderful time! The crew took great care of us. The lunch was delicious. The snorkeling was superb.”

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9.Hidden Valley Springs Resort Day Trip from Manila

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $170

Travel from Manila to Alaminos for a guided walk through Hidden Valley’s 110-acre volcanic crater, rare plants, warm mineral pools, and waterfall. You’ll have about five hours at the resort, a Filipino buffet lunch, and air-conditioned transport. Guides such as Omar and Oswald are known for a friendly, personable approach.

“I booked for a Friday in July where I turned out to be the only person on the trip, and fortunately there were very few people there already. They have a nice new locker and shower room and a rustic yet clean dining area with a buffet and freshly-baked and tasty stickRead more”

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10.Puning Hot Spring Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 12 reviews · 8 hours · from $126

You’ll leave Metro Manila with an English-speaking driver for a private trip to Puning Hot Spring. The day combines a 4x4 ride across Mount Pinatubo’s ash-covered riverbeds, warm volcanic sand and mud treatments, and several natural hot spring pools. The listed price covers transport, but entry and on-site activities may cost extra.

“This is a Taxi service only. Taxi service was very good. Thankfully the driver had money and I was able to borrow and do the activity. thank you!!! 🏆🏆🏆”

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11.Private Day Trip Cebu to Bohol w/ Chocolate Hills & Loboc Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $285

Travel from Cebu to Bohol by ferry and private vehicle with guide support from Rio Travel and Tour. Visit Baclayon Church, the Blood Compact Monument, a tarsier sanctuary, Chocolate Hills, and the mahogany forest. The Loboc River cruise includes a buffet lunch. ATV rides and some optional stops cost extra.

“Was picked up at the hotel on time by Alex - taxi driver and dropped at the port. Alex was very prompt and honest and he was the one who picked me up on my return at the port in Cebu. My guide was very knowledgeable about Bohol. ProRead more”

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12.Inambakan, Kawasan, and Mantayupan Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 9 reviews · from $105

Spend a full day exploring three Cebu waterfalls with an English-speaking guide and private air-conditioned transport. Swim at Inambakan, Kawasan, and Mantayupan, use included safety equipment, and get help with photos from local guides. Meals, insurance, personal costs, and possible toll charges are extra.

“Great, the guides at each waterfall were very knowledgable and helped with our pictures. Additionally, Antonio was outstanding and took our pictures and guided us around the final waterfall, thank you Antonio!”

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13.Villa Escudero Coconut Plantation Day Trip from Manila

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 9 reviews · from $140

Leave Manila at 8:30 am for Villa Escudero, an 800-hectare coconut plantation south of the capital. Ride a carabao cart, visit the Escudero family museum, eat Filipino dishes beside Labasin Dam’s spillway, and swim in spring-fed pools. Hotel transport, lunch, entrance fees, and a local guide are included.

“The local quide Nori opened up Philippine history book! He's very knowledgeable. And the van driver was very good & kept us safe. Lunch buffet was good with soaked feet in the water, cultural show was very entertaining & the carabao ride was so much fun with the seranade! The museum was interesting & rafting was awesome!”

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14.Day Trip to Bohol Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8 reviews · 8 hours · from $190

Travel from Cebu to Bohol by fast ferry, then explore the Blood Compact Monument, Baclayon Church, a mahogany forest, tarsiers, Chocolate Hills, and Loboc River. Your small group has an English-speaking guide, hotel transfers, transportation, and a floating-restaurant lunch. Guide Manuel has earned special praise for his humor and clear explanations.

“The guide and driver both were very nice. The guide was knowledgeable and personable. We enjoyed all the sites and experience overall. This was the first time using Your guide and we found it easy to set up and communicate. Also the lady who ran logistics on this outing was a very good communicator.”

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15.Bohol Island Highlights in One Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 14 hours · from $154

Leave Cebu or Mactan before dawn for a small-group Bohol day trip by high-speed boat and van. You’ll see the Chocolate Hills, mahogany forest, tarsiers, Loboc River, and Baclayon Church. A Filipino buffet, live music, guide, entrance fees, insurance, and hotel transfers are included. Optional ATV riding costs extra.

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