What’s The Philippine Experience All About?
Join us for The Philippine Experience and discover more about the Filipino way of life & culture. Based in El Nido, Palawan. 9am-2:30pm / 3pm… click for trip dates
A really FUN, immersive experience, it’s way more than just a “cultural tour”, we take you to our off-the-beaten-track location, for a mini flora / fauna trek, an opportunity to try Arnis (traditional Filipino stick fighting), a mini cooking class, a coconut milk / oil making demonstration, coconut tree climbing (with a safety harness and helmet), trying local crafts, dance & games during an interesting & unique day all about the Philippines & it’s people.
Want to know if it’s worth booking? See what our previous guests thought!
On google reviews, which we started in 2023, we have 170+ guest reviews… all 5 Star!
On Trip advisor, which is a less popular platform, we have 129 Five star reviews and 1 Four star and are ranked as number 7 out of 117 tours in El Nido!
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Reviews
Check out our 5 Star Google Reviews!
Husni Abboushi23. April, 2024.I've done a few different tours in other countries that had something similar - but haven't enjoyed them as much as this one. The activities were super relevant, really interesting and very fun. Genuinely didn't expect to enjoy as much as I did. As well as the activities, the food that was prepared was delicious and plentiful. I thought the guides did a really great job of thinking it all through, explaining everything and making us feel comfortable. If visiting the phillipines, I do think this is a MUST have in your itinerary. Thanks a lot guys
Sophie Walker22. April, 2024.Best experience in El Nido! Such an amazing day with the lovely Mark and Shenny learning about Filipino culture and doing all the fun activities! It was really well organised and I would highly recommend this experience.
Jack Clark22. April, 2024.Such a great experience, mark and chenny are such lovely people and so informative about the culture of the Philippines. Would highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting el nido!
Jessica Palmer21. April, 2024.A really well organised, interesting and fun experience. The activities were all really engaging and we got to take home a few souvenirs as well as enjoy a delicious lunch. One of my highlights in the Philippines!
Ryan Hart19. April, 2024.Probably one of the funnest things we did in El Nido!!! It was a good change of pace from the beach and island hopping. It was one fun activity after another with a good variety between activities!! I was not bored for a single second and the time flew by!! So fun!!
Amelia Garnett14. April, 2024.Had an incredible experience and would highly recommend you coming to this tour if you’re ever in El Nido ! Was absolutely amazing
Yanou van der Meijde14. April, 2024.Super leuke dag gehad hier! Enorm interessante feitjes over de Filipijnen en heerlijk geluncht
Jessica Knight14. April, 2024.I had a great day at ‘The Philippine Experience’! It’s a day full of fun and laughter, enjoyable for all ages and includes a real variety of activities. I’d recommend this experience to anyone who wants to learn a bit about Filipino culture (and enjoy the most delicious and nutritious food!) Thank you Mark, Shen and Team for a fab day!
Joe Loomes13. April, 2024.A truly unique experience away from the typical ‘touristy’ adventures that El Nido has to offer. We came away with heightened knowledge of this nation and its people, takeaway gifts from the experience that the guys helped us create & big smiles on our faces. Thank you for a wonderful day, team!
We also have older, but still excellent TripAdvisor reviews!
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What an incredible experience, lots of different snips of the culture of the Philippines. The staff was fun and insightful throughout the whole day learn many aspects of the country.... read more 
Alexander W
October 10, 2023
See the latest pictures of our happy guests on our facebook page.
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How Much Is It To Join The Philippine Experience?
1900p Incl. transport, lunch, drinks & souvenirs. 1600p for kids aged 5-12.
Transport provided from/to El Nido town/Corong Corong. Not suitable for children under 5. Cancellation fee of 500p applies if cancelled any time after 7pm the night before to help cover staff, transport and food costs.
How To Book / Contact Us
Get in touch with us at The Philippine Experience using any of the methods below and we’ll arrange to book you on!
Check out our trip dates below and please contact us by 7 pm the day before you wish to join at the very latest… the earlier, the better, thanks!
- WhatsApp / call / text us on +6309566293052
- DM us on Instagram
- Email us at marksbigtrip@yahoo.co.uk
- Send us a message on facebook here (or by clicking or scanning the messenger icon below)
We have a minimum group size of 8 and maximum of 21.
Upcoming Trips*:
Please see our scheduled dates below.
ANY DATE – Feel free to get in touch, as we may have had other inquiries and might be able to coordinate bookings so we can put on an extra day, but if you can get a group together of 8 fellow travelers it’s much more likely we can arrange a trip. Give us as much notice as possible… at the very latest by 7pm the night before. Thanks
*numbers subject to change / updated as more bookings come in
May 5th 2024
- 5 places available (already 16 confirmed bookings)
MAY 8TH 2024. we may run an extra trip if enough inquiries (8 minimum).
May 9th 2024
- 1 place available (already 20 confirmed bookings)
May 12th 2024
- 6 places available (already 15 confirmed bookings)
May 23rd 2024
- 10 places available (already 11 confirmed bookings)
May 26th 2024
- 15 places available (already 6 confirmed bookings)
June 6th 2024
- 12 places available (already 9 confirmed bookings)
June 9th 2024
- 17 places available (already 4 confirmed bookings)
June 13th 2024
- 14 places available (already 7 confirmed bookings)
End of season… back on 8th September 2024.
