Tailor-Made Trips to the Philippines

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Portrait d’Olivier Rochot, expert Shanti Travel aux Philippines, passionné par la plongée sur le récif de Tubbataha et les mondes sous-marins préservés.

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Travel With a Local Agency in the Philippines

A tailor-made trip to the Philippines with Shanti Travel connects you with our local Philippines travel experts, based on site and familiar with the country’s islands, seasons, and cultural nuances. We design journeys that match your interests, pace, and budget, ensuring a smooth and meaningful experience.

Tailor-made trips and holidays in the Philippines

Traveling through the Philippines means exploring an archipelago rich in natural beauty and living traditions. You might dive among coral reefs and historic WWII wrecks, snorkel with turtles, climb volcanoes like Mount Pinatubo, or sail through quiet lagoons. You can also discover villages shaped by agriculture and ancestral craftsmanship, or meet communities preserving practices unique to their region.

Explore the Philippines Underwater

The country’s underwater world is exceptional. From Apo Reef to Bohol, Coron, and the remote Tubbataha Reef, our local diving experts guide you through sites suitable for beginners and experienced divers alike. Expect coral gardens, turtles, rays, and rich biodiversity shaped by warm tropical currents.

Organising Your Holiday — Our Expertise

If you already have ideas for your itinerary, our travel experts in Manila and Palawan refine them into a tailor-made route, adapted to your travel style:
• family trip,
• island-hopping,
• nature and culture,
• diving holiday,
• short beach break or long adventure.

We handle logistics, internal flights, ferries, and timing between islands to create a seamless experience.

Travel in the Philippines is also about encounters. Filipinos are known for their hospitality and openness. English is widely spoken, making exchanges easy and genuine

Philippines: 0 good reason to go

Dream beaches: White, pink, or black sand—across more than 7,000 islands, the Philippines offers quiet stretches of coastline where you can enjoy genuine seclusion. Each island has its own rhythm, landscapes, and small daily scenes of local life.
An exceptional underwater world: The Philippines is one of the richest marine areas on the planet. Whether diving or snorkeling, you’ll encounter coral gardens, sea turtles, colourful reef fish, and sometimes large pelagic species. Sites range from gentle reefs in Bohol to deeper walls in Palawan or the remote Tubbataha Reef.
Unforgettable landscapes: From the ancient rice terraces of Banaue and Batad in the Ifugao region to the limestone lagoons of El Nido’s Bacuit Archipelago and the Chocolate Hills of Bohol, the country’s diversity invites you to travel slowly and explore beyond the obvious highlights.
A family-friendly destination: Children and adults alike enjoy discovering dolphins, turtles, tarsiers, calm beaches, waterfalls, and gentle walks. Distances can be adapted, and the variety of islands allows for a flexible trip that suits families of all ages.
Hiker’s paradise: Mount Pinatubo, the rice fields of North Luzon, small coastal paths in Siargao or Palawan—hiking in the Philippines is accessible and offers a direct connection with nature and rural communities.
A wide choice of accommodation: From simple beach bungalows to boutique hotels in restored heritage homes, or high-end resorts overlooking the ocean, the Philippines offers accommodations for every style and comfort level.
Explore the north of the Philippines: Far from the islands of Palawan and Cebu, the northern mountains reveal ancestral traditions, hanging coffins in Sagada, and centuries-old terraces shaped by the Ifugao people—an essential part of any meaningful trip to the Philippines.

Climate in Philippines	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average temperature in C°	29	29	30	31	32	31	30	30	30	30	30	29
Sunny days per month	20	22	24	25	26	20	18	20	22	24	25	23

A trip to the Philippines is, as our travel experts like to say, a journey that occupies a unique space—no longer strictly in Asia, but not quite in the Pacific either. This archipelago of more than 7,000 islands is an incredible place where nature remains exceptionally wild. Between quiet coves, white-sand beaches, and lush tropical landscapes, we guide you in discovering this remarkable destination.

From the ancient rice terraces of North Luzon—ideal for travelers seeking rewarding hikes—to the exceptional diving in the Philippines, including world-class sites across the Visayas and Tubbataha Reef, the archipelago offers meaningful experiences for every type of traveler. Whether you are planning a honeymoon in the Philippines, an island-hopping adventure with friends, or a family trip to the Philippines, each region reveals something different.

A tailor-made trip to the Philippines offers you the chance to explore the magnificent islands by boat, and experience a ride on a Bangka—the traditional Filipino outrigger boat. It allows you to explore small lagoons, plunge into turquoise waters to admire colourful fish, or reach the mainland for a secluded barbecue on a desert island. With the on-site knowledge of our Philippines travel agency, you can explore the archipelago responsibly and with confidence.