Small-Group Weekend Hiking Tour to Banaue-Ifugao from Manila
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Luzon, Philippines
- 4 days (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The 2000-year-old Banaue rice terraces are among the largest and most beautiful terraced fields in the world, and you’ll see them up close on this four-day trek. But, they are just one highlight of Ifugao region. Trek through mountains, forests, native communities, and past waterfalls. Stay overnight in a village, where you can chat with locals and learn about their life and culture. A challenging and memorable trip.
- Trek through one of the most scenic hill areas of the Philippines
- Small-group tour with a maximum of seven travelers and a professional guide
- Overland transport provided, including overnight bus from/to Manila
- Village accommodation included, but food costs extra
What's Included
- All land transportation for the duration of the trip
- One night accommodation in village inn
- All fees associated with the specified activities
- Professional guide
- Group tour open to other travelers
- 1 breakfast
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Other food and beverage.
- Travel insurance.
- Personal trekking gear (backpack, hiking shoes/boots, etc.
- Tips to restaurant waiters, local guides, etc. are not expected but appreciated.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Ohayami Trans sampaloc Manila1528 Fajardo St, Sampaloc East, Manila, 1008 Metro Manila, Philippines
Easy to take a taxi or rideshare to and from meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.9:00 pm
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel to Banaue
1 Stop
1
Banaue
9 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Not included
Day 2
Cambulo and Batad
3 Stops
1
Banaue Rice Terraces Hiking Tours
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Cambulo
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
3
Batad Rice Terraces
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Accommodation: Batad, accommodations are basic. A villager’s house converted into an inn with private rooms but shared bathrooms.
Meals: Not included
Day 3
Bangaan
1 Stop
1
Bangaan Rice Terraces
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Not included
Day 4
Arrival in Manila
1 Stop
Manila (Pass By)
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Not included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 32 reviews
UllaMaija_L, Feb 2024
The most memorable moment was actually to see the rice terrace open up infront of you. Hiking there made an impression.
Sophie_B, Jan 2024
It was such a great and unusual experience, and even better than I imagined.
As a hiker, this was pretty moderate level of difficulty, but also a bit challenging due to some slippery parts because it rained when we were there. But the views are amazing and the food we ate in the different villages was always good. Jody, our guide, was really considerate and told and showed us all he know about the history and making of rice. If I could, I would definitely do it again. The only thing that bothered me, is that one breakfast should have been included, but it wasn't.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Hi Sophie,
Thank you for your review and I’m glad you had a wonderful trek. I’m sorry about the breakfast --- that is supposed to be included with the room that we got for you but apparently the innkeeper made a mistake and charged you for it. I will contact you directly so I can give you a refund for that.
Thank you for going on this adventure with us!
-Leo
KirstenLynn_T, May 2019
Jonathan was an absolutely fantastic tour guide, he was very friendly and knew lots about the region. The people running the homestay in Banaue were also amazingly friendly, and it had the best homemade yogurt I've ever tried!
The only reason I gave this experience 4 stars instead of 5 was that the homestay in
Batad took well over an hour to prepare my meal when I stayed there, which was only a rice and vegetables.
Overall, would highly recommend, Jonathan as a guide especially.
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