Island Hopping through the Philippines

• 5-day boat expedition.
• 4 nights of Tao style camping.
• Wild open nature and island living.
• All freshly prepared meals, snacks, and beverages (coffee, tea, water).
• Mask and snorkels (find are not provided).
• Optional water and land activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, sailing, cooking lessons, trekking, cliff diving, village tours and more.
• Photography training.
• Videographer and you can take home a video of the trip in the end.

• Your flights (we can help you find the right flight!).
• Accommodation before and after the trip.
• Tip for the crew.
• Perfect weather.
• Fins, towels.
• Other beverages onboard (beer, cocktails, sodas, juice).
• Eco-Tourism Development Fee, paid directly to local government officials for entering protected areas, between $8-10 USD.

The Paraw can accommodate up to 19 guests, 4 Matador staff, and 10 local crew members.

In El Nido/Coron, you can choose from a wide variety of luxury and basic hotel accommodations before and after the trip. On the island journey, we’ll be staying in local style huts on the beach set up for 1-2 people. Mosquito nets and bedding are provided.

No sailing experience necessary. We encourage a wide mix of people, from old-time adventurers to short-break professionals to first-time travelers – they all contribute to a memorable experience. There is no upper age limit – all you need is an adventurous spirit and ability to swim. Unfortunately, this trip is not suitable for travelers under 14.

This vessel is truly unique. Adorned with tribal carvings, it is a revival of an almost forgotten Filipino maritime culture. The design consists of two outriggers with no deep keel and dates back more than 1,000 years. 

Our boat captain, Gener, whose father and grandfather were both sailors, is the originator of the Paraw project aimed at reviving ancient sailing practices. “A return to sailing makes sense – our marine environment is under threat and fuel prices are rising. Learning to sail again will help Palaweños escape dependence on gasoline and diesel while, at the same time, fostering a deeper understanding and respect for the sea.”

Departure for the 4/24-28 trip is at 8:30 am at the Coron port/pier. The trip concludes by 5:00 pm at the El Nido port/pier.

Departure for the 5/1-5 trip is at 8:30 am at the El Nido port/pier. The trip concludes by 5:00 pm at the Coron port/pier.

We can help recommend flights from major travel hubs. Please note to arrive in Coron (USU airport code) or El Nido (ENI airport code) most international flights transfer through either Manila (MNL) or Cebu City (CEB). You must be in your departure destination the evening before your trip departs, and always allow for extra time to account for unknown travel delays.

This 5-day island hopping tour is designed to capture the carefree, spontaneous nature of Filipino island life. Each day will bring unique activities and sights that are a reflection of the weather patterns and the interests of the group on-board. A sample itinerary would look something like this: