Bohol & Camotes
2 days 1 night
Departs Cebu (Danao port)
Available now
Beaches, caves and Cebu’s largest lake over two days on the Camotes Islands, with hotel, meals, boat tickets and guide arranged.
The Camotes Islands lie between Cebu and Leyte and stay refreshingly quiet. This overnight package combines the white sand of Santiago and Mangodlong beaches, a chain of swimmable caves (Amazing, Paraiso, Heaven and Timubo), the figure-eight Lake Danao, the islet of Tulang Diot and the cliffs of Buho Rock, plus a guided walk through the Katunggan mangroves.
A short guide to every stop in this package.
A guided walk through Camotes’ protected mangrove forest, included with entrance fees.
A rock-framed beach on San Francisco, Camotes, known for its resort, natural pools and sunset views.
A long stretch of powdery white sand in San Francisco that widens dramatically at low tide.
A cave in Poro with a cool natural pool where visitors can swim beneath rock formations.
A cave in Tudela with crystal-clear spring water pooled inside a sunlit cavern.
A small limestone cave in Poro with a natural pool and stalactite ceiling.
The largest lake in Cebu province, a figure-eight shaped freshwater lake in San Francisco with an eco-park, kayaks and island views.
An underground cave in Sonog, San Francisco, with a refreshing swimming pool inside lit by a shaft of daylight.
A small islet off San Francisco with white sand and clear waters, reached by a short pump-boat ride.
A coastal rock formation in Poro with stairs, viewing decks and a popular cliff-jumping spot.
Practical tips for Philippines, from entry rules to what to eat. General guidance for a Philippine traveller — rules and prices change, so confirm the latest before you fly.
Domestic: a valid ID
For local flights and ferries you need a valid government-issued ID and your booking. Foreign visitors from most countries enter visa-free for 30 days with a passport valid 6+ months and an onward ticket.
Philippine peso (₱)
Carry cash for island towns, tricycles, market stalls and entrance fees — ATMs can be scarce on smaller islands. Cards and GCash work in resorts and cities. Tipping around 10% or loose change for guides, drivers and boatmen is customary.
Tropical; check the season
Expect hot, sunny days most of the year, with the drier months roughly November to May. Pack swimwear, reef-safe sunblock, a hat, light quick-dry clothes, sandals and a rain layer for afternoon showers.
Boats, vans and Grab
Islands are reached by ferry or banca boat, and your package includes transfers plus a private van and boat where needed. In Cebu, use the Grab app for city rides. Keep small bills for tricycles and habal-habal.
English widely spoken
English is an official language and understood almost everywhere, so you will have no trouble. Locals speak Cebuano here — Maayong buntag (good morning) and Salamat (thank you) always earn a smile.
Warm and easygoing
Filipinos are famously friendly and a smile goes far. Dress modestly in churches, cover up away from the beach, and ask before photographing people. A polite “thank you” is always welcome.
Friendly; usual care
The tourist areas here are welcoming and safe; take normal care with valuables and board only registered boats with life vests. Drink bottled water on the islands and bring any personal medicine. Emergency hotline: 911.
Globe/Smart SIM + GCash
Buy a Globe or Smart tourist SIM at the airport for data; signal can drop on remote islands, so download your maps offline. GCash is handy for payments, and resorts and cafés usually have Wi-Fi.
Beaches, lechon & more
Chase white-sand beaches, island-hopping and snorkeling, Bohol’s Chocolate Hills and tarsiers, and Palawan’s lagoons. Feast on Cebu lechon, fresh seafood, kinilaw, sweet mangoes and halo-halo to cool down.
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