Best flights to Top Philippine Attractions

Located near Sebang, roughly two and a half hours from Palawan's capital Puerto Princessa, the underground river is a sight to behold. A UNESCO World Heritage site with passages totalling more than 24km, it is the longest navigable underground river in the world. Tours are available with expert local tour guides who will entertain you with stories as you explore this wonder of the world. The river is accessible all year round however it's marginally better from January to June.

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Often voted among the worlds best beaches, the famous 4km White Beach is located on the tiny island of Boracay. It features three stations along the beach, Station 1 is where many of the high end resorts and hotels are based, Station 2 is home to many of the restaurants, shopping and the party life and Station 3 is the quieter, more relaxed end. White Beach plays host to many activities including scuba diving, parasailing, kite boarding and much more to keep you entertained during the day.

Boracay is best to visit between November and May as this is the dry season and not as hot as in the late summer. Find out more about Boracay here.

With more than 20 options for island hopping around Coron you are spoilt for choice! In just one day you can visit the Asia's cleanest lake, Kayangan Lake and the incredible Twin Lagoons as well as go snorkelling around Site Pecados. If you are into diving this is home to many of the best wreck dives on offer in the Philippines. With so many options to chose from you can spend days exploring all the islands around Busuanga Island. Dry season is the best time to visit Coron which runs from October to June.

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There are an array of diving opportunities across the Philippines and with warm tropical water and high visibility it's a must for all divers. There are numerous locations all across the Philippines for diving however one of the favourites for it’s mix of wrecks and Thresher Sharks is Malapascua. On offer are dives for holiday makers keen to gain their licence while travelling through to experienced, technical divers. Diving is available year round however resorts are usually quieter during the wet season which runs from June to October.

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The island of Bohol is home to the Chocolate Hills, which transition from being lush and green in the wet season to a chocolate brown in the dry season. If adventure is more your style, the Chocolate Hills Adventure Park offer unique ways to see the hills including as on the bicycle zip line. Just down the road from the Chocolate Hills is the Philippine Tarsier and Wildlife Sanctuary near Corella where you can come face to face with one of the world's smallest primates in the world. Bohol's climate is fairly stable year round however expect some rains November to April and very high temperatures in May to July.

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The 2000 year old Banaue rice terraces are an UNESCO World Heritage site which is a must for nature lovers. Hike along the terraces and meet with the traditional Ifugao people who still live and work the terraces. The picture perfect views make the trip north from Manila more than worthwhile. Located in Northern Luzon roughly a 10 hour journey north from Manila it is a favourite for many travellers. The best time to visit the terraces are when they are a lush green from April to August.

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Mount Pinatubo is an active volcano, a few hours north of Manila. It was home to one of the largest volcanic eruptions of the 20th century and is now a popular tourist hotspot. Depending on the time of year and the weather conditions it's possible to climb the volcano and swim in the crater. The Puning Hot Springs are also close by and make for a relaxing trip with a variety of springs and treatments to choose from. The best time to trek Mount Pinatubo is from December to May during the dry season.

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Near the town of Oslob, a few hours south of Cebu, travellers have the opportunity to swim with one of the world's largest species of fish, the Whale Shark. The encounter is a must see for all nature lovers allowing you to get up close and personal with these gentle giants of the sea. There are many ways to experience the whale sharks - be it through snorkelling or diving with the sharks or by watching from the boat. With many sharks coming in for feeding during the morning you are guaranteed to see at least a handful of these peaceful giants. The whale shark encounter in Oslob is available year round however the tours are only available during the morning and early afternoon so it's best to get in early.

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Offering one of the best-kept surfing secrets both domestically and internationally in the Philippines, Cloud 9 is one of the most accessible surf spots in the Philippines. Just a flight from Cebu or Manila to Siargao’s Sayak airport and you can be enjoying some of the best beaches and breaks the country has to offer. Cloud 9 provides good surfing conditions year round but it’s generally best from August to November during typhoon season. Home of one of the newest ASP Qualification Series and the annual Siargao Cloud 9 Surfing Cup it is increasing in popularity.

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