The Hard Way Philippines Island to Island Adventure
The journey from city lights to island nights – live it, feel it, remember it.
From Manila’s urban energy to Bohol’s jungles and Boracay’s white sands, this is an expedition built for men ready to trade meetings for moments. Expect camaraderie, challenge, and that unbeatable mix of adventure and downtime. You’ll chase waterfalls, snorkel with turtles, knock back a few beers at sunset, and remember what a proper break feels like.
"The Boys are Buzzin'" - Probably Andrew Farrow on this trip next year (his second with us)
Quick Facts
Duration: 10 days, 9 nights (not including flight times)
Travel Period: 23 April – 2 May 2026 (future departures possible)
Group Size: Price based on 10 men travelling together
Per Person Price: 5,200 NZD twin share (based on 10)
Transport: Domestic flights, private transfers, island boats
Destinations: Manila • Bohol • Boracay
The Journey
Day 1 – Arrival in Manila
Touch down and breathe it in — Manila in full swing. Clear customs, meet your driver, and head into Makati, the buzzing business heart of the capital. Tonight’s about arrival beers, good food, and shaking off the flight.
Hotel: Coro Hotel (4★) | Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – Flight to Bohol + Sunset Tour
Swap skyscrapers for palms. A short flight takes you to Bohol, an island with green hills, beaches, and just the right dose of mischief. Check in, grab lunch, then join a sunset island tour around Gak-Ang before dinner.
Hotel: Best Western Plus Panglao (4★) | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3 – Chocolate Hills Adventure Park
Get ready for an adrenaline-filled day at the Chocolate Hills Adventure Park, where nature meets thrill. Ride The Rush Bike above the treetops, glide through the air on the Wave Runner Surf Zip, and swing through the trees on the Tarzan Swing. Between heart-pounding moments, take in sweeping views of Bohol’s most iconic landscape and enjoy a local lunch before heading back to relax.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 4 – Danao Extreme Adventure Tour
Today’s for the fearless. Conquer The Plunge — a 200-metre canyon swing that drops you straight into the wild. Then fly the Suislide, rappel rugged cliffs, and climb roots beneath the jungle canopy. Cool off with kayaking down the serene river before finishing with a wall-climb challenge. An unforgettable day of grit, laughter, and breathtaking views before returning to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 5 – Island Hopping & Marine Life
Set out early to Balicasag Island, a snorkelling paradise filled with turtles, coral, and playful dolphins. Enjoy a relaxed lunch by the sea before heading back to base.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 6 – Flight to Boracay
From jungle to white-sand bliss. Fly via Manila to Boracay, then transfer by boat and van to your beachside stay. The island hums with bars, cafés, and postcard-perfect sunsets.
Hotel: The District Boracay (4★) | Meals: Packed Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7 – Boracay Island Hopping
Spend the day exploring Boracay’s best beaches and snorkelling spots. Stop at Puka Beach — rough shells, soft waves, no worries. Swim, eat, laugh, repeat.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 8 – Free Day in Boracay
Your day, your call: cliff jump or parasail for thrills, go helmet diving or try an ATV ride, or simply park up under a palm tree with a cold beer and nowhere to be.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 9 – Return to Manila
Fly back to Makati for your final night in the capital. A good meal, a proper toast, and stories already forming.
Hotel: Coro Hotel (4★) | Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10 – Departure
Breakfast, checkout, airport run — and back to reality. Until next time.
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
✔ Accommodation in shared double rooms
✔ Breakfast & dinner daily
✔ Tuk-tuk hire, vehicle insurance, license, and radios
✔ Private transfers and English-speaking guide/driver
✔ Guided highlights: Sigiriya Rock, Village Tour, Temple of the Tooth, Kandy–Ella train, Yala safari, Galle Fort
✔ Barbeque dinner & cocktail evening
✔ 24/7 ground support
Excludes: Flights, visas, insurance, tips, personal expenses, and meals not listed.
Good to Know
Travel insurance is mandatory
Standard check-in 2 pm / check-out 12 pm
Dress code applies for temples (covered shoulders and knees, remove shoes/hats)
Modest group pace: adventure mixed with recovery time
The Spirit Behind Both
Whether it’s an Official Tour or a community-born Incubator trip, the outcome is the same: men stepping off the easy path, into a story they’ll tell for years.
Some tours will feel like controlled chaos. Others will dig into endurance and grit. Every single one will push you further than the package holidays ever could.