Where does the trip starts and finish?
The trip starts and finish in Dumaguete City airport.
Welcome to Dumaguete City!
Day 1: Your memorable, Dumaguete adventure begins the very moment you arrive at Dumaguete City Airport. You can simply land, pick up your luggage, and you’ll be headed directly to your accommodation and your exciting, first night in Negros Island. The day is kept free of activities so you can arrive in your own time and relax before catching up with the rest of the group in the evening over dinner and a few drinks.
Apo Island and Swimming with The Sea Turtles
Day 2: Your whole day is dedicated to experiencing a beautiful and exhilarating trip to Apo Island. Apo Island is known around the world as one of the best examples of a community-managed marine reserve. The waters around the island are home to 650 species of fish and 400 species of corals. APO Island is one of the many islands in the Philippines where you can spot Sea Turtles in the shallow water and swim with them. Also while snorkeling, you will see the beauty of the underwater world with its fantastic coral garden. Lunch at Apo Island - Full day at your own leisure then boat journey back to your accommodation (budget/comfort) in Dumaguete for a second overnight stay.
Highlights: Swimming with The Turtles, Snorkeling, Apo Island Experience
Manjuyod Sandbar and Dolphin Watching
Day 3: Light Breakfast in Local Market for some eat like a local experience. Next you will have a quick glimpse to some of the tourist spots in north of Negros Oriental for quick photo ops. Then, transfer to the port of Bais for the boat journey to Manjuyod White Sandbar. Your whole day is dedicated to the marvels of the Manjuyod White Sand Bar, dubbed as Maldives of the Philippines. A seven kilometer strip of White Sand beach where you can relax on the boat while you enjoy a cocktail overlooking the pristine blue green waters- Lunch on the boat.The journey continues as we take tour of Dolphin watching in Tanon Straight.
At day’s end, you will return to your preferred accommodation (budget/comfort).
Highlights: Manjuyod White Sandbar Experience and Dolphin Watching
Valencia Highlands
Day 4: Starting your trip off the right way, an option to visit to Valencia’s famous spring water - The Forest Camp Nature Resort, a valley under a canopy of tropical, indigenous forest trees - Lunch at Forest Camp. The journey then continues as we head our way to Red Rock Waterfall and stop at Tierra Alta, amid the lush vegetation, lies a mystical beauty that nestles on the slopes of Palinpinon in Valencia, Negros Oriental. It is a beauty engulfed with breath-taking sights, overlooking Dumaguete City. Of particular interest is Red Rock Hot Spring, a great way to relax in the cool upland temperature of Valencia. A natural source of spring water averaging from 38 degrees Celsius. Be sure to pack your swimsuit, so you can take a relaxing dip in the Red Rock’s soothing, geothermal waters, before heading to your hotel.
Overnight stay in your preferred accommodation (budget/comfort).
Highlights: Experience Valencia's spring water, Red Rock Sulfur Vents, and a stunning view of the city
Check Out
Day 5: It seems as if your journey to in Dumaguete only began a moment ago, but now it is time to head back home. Depending on your flight’s time, you may be able to squeeze in a last day in Dumaguete in the event your flight arrives late or on to a new adventure.
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