Mindoro island ! so close to Manila but so far from modern civilisation. Travelling there offer the feeling of explorers along virgin coasts and beaches, snorkeling on corals reefs, crossing the forest on earth roads close to where live those nomadic  Mangyan tribes and where you can still find the last remaining Philippine wild buffalos called "Tamaraw".
The journey has 2 parts : one in Puerto Galera, a tourist beach resort world famous for diving; another in Pandan Island, a small private island far from the beaten tracks.
ITINERARY :

Day 1 : Departure from Manila with Sikat bus to Batangas (2hrs drive). Board Sikat ferry for a 2 hrs ride through Batangas straight to reach the natural harbor of Puerto Galera. Transfer by Banca to Small La Laguna beach at Deep Blue Sea Inn. Rest and overnight at the resort.

Days 2 & 3 : Two days to relax in Puerto Galera, the famous bay is a real labyrinth of beaches surrounded by jungle. (Bed & Breakfast at the resort). Small La Laguna is one of the best beach in the area with white sand and colorful coral reefs, excellent for snorkeling or scuba diving.

Day 4 : Breakfast. Departure by banca along the North coast toward west to Abra De Ilog (1h ride). From there starts the road down south along the west coast. We reach Sablayan by jeepney (3h) and finaly banca (15mn) to Pandan island, a paradise islet in South China sea. After lunch, afternoon free to relax before dinner and overnight at the resort.

Days 5 & 6 : 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 7 : Breakfast. Transfer to San Jose aiport and flight back to Manila.

( Note : Depending on San Jose flight schedules, the journey could be made in reverse order )

Prices are valid from October 1st, 2005 to September, 30th 2006

Cost  Per Person

Price  2 persons US$ 360. - 3 persons US$ 310  - 4 persons US$ 280 - 5,6 or More persons  US$250 USD

An Acceptance Payment of £100 per person   is payable for each Tour Arrangement.


- ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS (USD),  BASED ON DOUBLE ACCOMODATION.  
SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT : + 72 USD / pax

The price includes :
- All transportation (Air, Land and Sea ) including 1 domestic flight San Jose/ Manila: Jeepney and Banca in Mindoro, Sikat bus and ferry  Manila/Puerto Galera, flight San Jose / Manila, with assistance from your hotel.
- Accommodation + 3 nights bed & breakfast at Deep Blue Sea Inn (aircon room) in Puerto Galera + 3 nights  fullboard in Pandan Island.

The price does not include : 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.
- There is no particular skill but everybody must know how to swim.
- 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 earth roads.

EXTENSIONS :
* From Pandan Island, you can reach Busuanga on North Palawan archipelago. Boat trip is 7 hours minimum, open to all adventurers !
Price is 370 USD for the boat + 5 USD/pax for lunch on board. Then you can continue your journey with our module BUSUANGA ISLAND HOPPING  , or with just a stay in Busuanga. In such case, you also deduct  (- 40 USD/pax) from the above as there is no flight San Jose/ Manila.
* You can also stay longer in Puerto Galera or Pandan Island :

- Extra day fullboard in Pandan Island : 27USD net per person on double occupancy / + 12USD net per person for single supplement

- Extra day bed & breakfast at Deep Blue Sea Inn, Puerto Galera: 16 USD net per person on double occupancy /
  + 12 USD net per person for single supplement
* Accommodation on this trip is native style but simple comfort. For those who would like more comfort, we can upgrade to more luxurious accommodation in Puerto Galera only… Please consult us.
* This program can be an excellent diving itinerary : if you wish to include diving, prices will be as follows :
- Action Divers in Puerto Galera : 20 USD/dive with weights + tanks + boat + guide / 25 USD/dive with full equipment.

- Whitetip Divers in Pandan Island : 21 USD/dive with weights + tanks + boat + guide / 28 USD/dive with full equipment.

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