Places to discover

Best places to visit in The Philippines

Direction the Philippines! You've chosen the archipelago of 7,000 islands as your next travel destination and you've chosen well. The Philippines inspires dreams and quite rightly so. With stunning beaches, exceptional flora, mysterious mountains and a smiling population, you'll sail from one island to another wishing you never had to leave again. It only remains for you to devise a personal itinerary inspired by the must-see and favourite places of the travellers in the Evaneos community.

Once you arrive in Manila, there are so many beautiful islands to discover and so many outdoor activities, how do you choose? What type of holiday do you envisage?

Do you want to observe the seascape of fauna and flora and enjoy activities linked to the sea? The islands of Cebu and Boholwelcome you with open arms. Or why not head to El Nido and its lagoons of turquoise water bordered by karst cliffs? The region of Visayas is a treasure in this material. A little corner of paradise, the stunning islands ofApo and Coron will delight the most romantic of you. Whilst the adventurers will head towards the Subterranean River National Park or the Monkey Trail on Palawan Island.

Yet the Philippines isn't limited to the beautiful beaches you see on postcards. There are also gorgeous landscapes inland, with terraced rice fields, testament to the Asian influence. As well as volcanoes, some of which are still active, reminding you that you're right in the fire belt of the Pacific. On Luzon Island, Mounts Pinatubo, Tall and Mayon are perfect for hiking and they'll inspire explorers.

The Philippines have been strongly influenced by different cultures and when crossing the region of Mindanao, you'll discover another side of the country, off the beaten track. Authentic and wild, the region attracts those adventurers in search of unexplored lands.

Have a great trip to the Philippines!

The Camotes Islands are an archipelago of islands located in the sea of the same name. They're east of Cebu and form part of its province.
Bantayan Island is the main island in a group of small islands. Located north-west of Cebu Island, they're still spared from mass tourism.
Pamilacan is a small island in the middle of the Visayas. It is still very authentic.
Flower Island is a private and virtually deserted island in northern Palawan.
A succession of islands punctuated with lagoons, beaches, karstic cliffs... This archipelago is considered as the most beautiful place ever explored by the sailor, Cousteau.
An island known throughout Southeast Asia for its bustling and idyllic beach which is alive with water sports during the day and with a party atmosphere at night. So here you are in Boracay, for better or for worse.
Lumiang is a cave in which a large number of coffins have been stored. There are several caves in the Sagada area.
Busuanga is the principal island of the Calamian archipelago, generally overlooked by tourists who will only see Coron and a few attractions of interest in the surrounding area. 
From the highest point of the island, you get a breathtaking view over this range of small hills that line Bohol Island.
Badian Island, or even Zaragosa Island, located close to Badian on Cebu Island.
The Puerta Princesa Subterranean River National Park is remarkable. It reunites a set of caves which an underground river travels through, in the heart of a luxurious primary forest. For adventurers.