Small-Group Weekend Hiking Tour to Banaue-Ifugao from Manila

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Duration
4 days
Group Size
1 to 7 people
Ages
12 - 99 yrs
Languages
English

Tour Overview

Enjoy this weekend hiking group tour to the land of the Ifugao. Ifugao is the name of the region and the people famous for the Banaue rice terraces that stand out among other terraced crop paddies in the world because of their magnitude and beauty. But the grandeur of the Ifugao province extends far beyond Banaue. This 4 day guided adventure with a small group of maximum 7 travelers, takes you through the stunning scenery of mountains, rice terraces, and forests and stops at native communities along the way. You interact with the fascinating Ifugaos and get a deep appreciation of their culture by making a village your home one night.

Additional information

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A maximum of 7 people per booking
  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • The physical demand of the trip is very high, with each day involving six (6) to seven (7) hours of hiking on moderately hilly to steep terrain
  • You will need to carry a backpack with two (2) days worth of clothes, though you have the option of hiring a porter
  • Accommodations will be in very basic village inns that have running water but communal bathrooms
  • Packing guide will be sent post booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Pickup

Easy to take a taxi or rideshare to and from meeting point - Time zone: Asia/Manila

• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions • A maximum of 7 people per booking • Minimum age is 12 years • The physical demand of the trip is very high, with each day involving six (6) to seven (7) hours of hiking on moderately hilly to steep terrain • You will need to carry a backpack with two (2) days worth of clothes, though you have the option of hiring a porter •  Accommodation will be in very basic village inn that has running water but communal bathrooms • Packing guide will be sent post booking • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately • Not wheelchair accessible

What's included

One night accommodation in village inn
Professional guide
Group tour open to other travelers
1 breakfast
All land transportation for the duration of the trip
All fees associated with the specified activities
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Itinerary

Day 1: Travel to Banaue
The group assembles in Manila in the evening and you get some shut-eye while you travel through winding mountain roads. When you wake up you will be in Banaue, home of the famous rice terraces, often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world.
Day 2: Cambulo and Batad
Before starting the hike you will ride a tricycle (motorcycle with side car) and visit the Banaue Rice Terraces view deck.

Batad, accommodations are basic. A villager’s house converted into an inn with private rooms but shared bathrooms.

Day 3: Bangaan
In the morning you hike 3 hours to visit Tappiyah waterfalls and explore the village and rice terraces of Batad. After lunch, you hike 3 hours to Bangaan, the final village of your adventure. On the way, you pass through more rice paddies and see picturesque villages and rice terraces in the distance. you reach Bangaan in mid-afternoon and drive back to Banaue to get some well-deserved food and booze before catching your evening bus to Manila.
Day 4: Arrival in Manila
At around 3am you arrive at the same bus station where your trip started.

FAQ

Can I get the refund?

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • Min 6 days: 100%
  • From 2 to 6 days: 50%
  • From 0 to 2 days: 0%
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