Trips to Philippines
Why travel solo to the Philippines?
What’s the weather like in the Philippines?
The Philippines has a tropical climate with a wet and dry season. Wet season runs from May to November and dry season spans December to April. Average temperatures in Manila lie between 79ºF and 86ºF (26ºC and 30ºC).
Top three activities
1. Cycling through the backstreets of Manila
2. Quad-biking the Chocolate Hills
3. Exploring the coastlines of Northern Palawan
Top five dishes to try
1. Adobo – meat stewed in soy sauce and peppercorns
2. Kare kare – a peanut sauce and oxtail stew
3. Crispy pata – deep-fried pork served with garlic and chilli
4. Chicken inasal – barbecued chicken cooked in marinade
5. Arroz caldo – rice porridge with ginger, garlic and onions
Top places to visit in the Philippines
Manila
Manila is a tale of two cities: a skyscraper-soared Asian metropolis and a baroque old town, known as Intramuros, harking back to the colonial era. The result is a capital richly layered with Tagalog and Spanish heritage.
Palawan
The archipelago of Palawan is home to a series of karsts, coves and white-sand beaches. On our trip, you’ll dive into this landscape of marbled lagoons, untouched rainforest and vibrant underwater life – the perfect antidote to city living.
The Chocolate Hills
Situated on Bohol Island, the Chocolate Hills are a unique geological phenomenon; think little bare mounds peeking out of the rainforest like piles of sifted cocoa. You’ll explore this area by quad-bike on our Philippine adventure.
Bohol Island
With unique topography and unspoilt beaches, Bohol is the sort of serene island getaway that’ll have you forgetting about home in no time. Leafy jungle, coral reefs and rich marine wildlife all provide plenty of opportunities for adventure here.
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