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Mindoro from South to North 2011
7 Days / 6 nights (Manila / Manila)

Mindoro island is close to Manila but in places, unspoilt and far from modern civilisation. Travelling along coasts and beaches, snorkelling on corals reefs, walking through forests on dirt trails close to where the nomadic Mangyan tribes live and where you can still find the last remaining Philippine wild buffalos called Tamaraw.
The journey has 2 parts: one in Pandan Island, a small private island far from the beaten track off the West Coast, the other in Puerto Galera, a tourist beach resort world famous for diving and nightlife.
ITINERARY:
Day 1:
Flight Manila/SanJose (Mindoro). Transfer to Sablayan and Pandan island, a paradise islet in South China sea (3hrs ride by private minivan + 15mns boat crossing). Lunch, dinner and overnight Pandan island.
Day 2+3:
Two days free to enjoy exotic Pandan island (Fullboard and overnight in native style bungalows). Many activities are available: Scuba diving, paddle boat, boat excursions and visits on the wild mainland, etc.
Day 4:
Breakfast Pandan. Back to Mindoro and transfer along the west coastal road to the north coast to Abra De Ilog (3h ride). Travel along the wild northern coast to Puerto Galera and its beautiful bay. Check in at Coco Beach resort (or other hotel, subject to availability) on a private cove. Rest of the day free to relax. Overnight at the resort.
Day 5+6:
Two days to relax in Puerto Galera, the famous bay is a real labyrinth of beaches surrounded by jungle. (Bed & Breakfast at the hotel).

Coco Beach is a private beach in the area with white sand and colourful coral reefs, excellent for snorkelling or scuba diving. The resort has 2 swimming pools and many other activities to enjoy.
Day 7:
Breakfast Coco beach. Transfer back to Manila via shuttle (1h by boat + 3h by land) ( Note : Depending on San Jose flight schedules, the journey could be made in reverse order )

Includes:

- All transportation (Air, Land and Sea )including 1 domestic flight Manila/SanJose, minivan or jeepney and banca in Mindoro, regular Coco beach shuttle back to Manila (to your hotel or to airport.)

- Accommodation: +3 nights fullboard in Pandan Island +3 nights bed&breakfast at Cocobeach (deluxe room).

Not included: Airport taxes, drinks, personal expenses and insurance. Activities in Pandan island or Puerto Galera. Others Meals in Puerto Galera. REMARKS - Season. From October to June, the best months are February to May, dry and hot.

Equipment: Hat, sunglasses, sun protector, mask and snorkel, waterproof bag for camera and video to protect your equipment during boat transfers and dust on Mindoro dirt roads.
EXTENSIONS:
From Pandan Island, you can reach Busuanga on North Palawan archipelago. Boat trip is 7 hours minimum, open to all adventurers. lunch on board.

You can continue your journey with our BUSUANGA HOLIDAYS or with just a stay in Busuanga. In such a case, we reverse the itinerary and start with Puerto Galera.

You can also stay longer in Puerto Galera or Pandan Island:

The world famous Apo Reef is reachable from Pandan Island,

Accommodation on this trip is native style with simple comfort. For those who would like more comfort in Puerto Galera, we can upgrade to more luxurious accommodation. Please consult us.

This program can include world class scuba diving.
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