The Ultimate Island Hopping Adventure in The Philippines

Fantastic trip, highly recommended. The Philippines are stunningly beautiful and the people very warm and friendly. We were incredibly well looked after during our trip with Rey, in particular, an absolute star. Already looking at our next MBA trip.

Had the most fabulous time on this, our first MBA trip. Every step of the way was organised to perfection. The hotels were great and the night on the beach truly amazing. Our guide Rey could not have given us a better experience. Loved experiencing new things such as kayaking and snorkelling. The food was incredible and hospitality of the Filipino people could not have been better. A great, fun adventure with our lovely group of friends. Our first but definitely not our last trip with MBA

Can't fault this adventure. We were a group of 10 friends (5 couples) and this holiday did not disappoint. Our guide Rey B was incredible. Nothing was too much trouble. He was well informed, every transition was seamless and every step of the way we felt safe and supported. The locations and accommodation were great and the sleeping on the beach was a highlight. This part of the world is amazing from the tuk-tuk rides to the breathtaking scenery. The communication with MBA was good and overall I would highly recommend this company but the biggest shout out goes to the amazing people we encountered and our guide Rey B and his crew who made this adventure a truly unforgettable experience.

From the start to the finish this was the best holiday I’ve been on. We went as a group of 10 friends (it started as 12 unfortunately 2 had to withdraw). Rey Ballesca and his team of guides and helpers went above and beyond our expectations to make this trip magical in every sense of the word. Friendly, engaging, entertaining experienced knowledgable, understanding and just downright bloody good people made this trip unforgettable. Nothing was ever a problem and I think they enjoyed the adventure as much as we did as for me we morphed from a small group of people on holiday to into a gathering of friends enjoying an adventure - Rey, Bert, Albert, Jason and all the other guides, helpers and workers you cracked it. The little tweaks when needed, the food you provided, the flow of beverages for the ‘hydration’ stops - you recreated utopia for 10 days. If you get chance do this holiday you won’t be disappointed

A truly wonderful experience. Snorkelling, canoeing, paddle boarding, waterfalls banca boat trips and so much more. Each day brought a new adventure and all of the people involved are wonderful. The accommodation is great the food plentiful and the hydration water was just the ticket after a full day out and about. Rey is an absolute legend so organised everything flowed flawlessly he is funny helpful and nothing is too much for him to sort and organise. It was the best holiday we have experienced and would thoroughly recommend it. From cycling to camping under the stars swimming in coral reefs to experiencing a fully cooked fresh lunch each day on board a boat it truly is a trip of a lifetime.

We have just returned from the most unforgettable trip touring the Philippine islands. Ten of us (best school friends) booked this trip of a lifetime to celebrate our 60th Birthdays and it is definitely one we will never forget. From arriving in Manila and being greeted by our truly fantastic host Rey (who made this adventure what it was) we have cycled, snorkelled, paddle boarded, swam in crystal clear water, swam under a waterfall and sailed around so many of the beautiful islands by Banca boat with the best crew looking after us every step of the way! We spent one night on a deserted island in tents under the stars, the meal that was cooked for us was just incredible and we ended the evening toasting marshmallows around the campfire! Every day of this trip was different from the one before and Rey made it so interesting and fun - he certainly kept us “hydrated” and the restaurants he took us to were perfect. We really cannot recommend this trip enough and Much Better Adventures. Being graded as a level one is a fantastic introduction to the many adventures that this company offers and we are already looking at planning our next one.

We covered a lot of distance by both car and boat for a relatively short period of time. This was not evident from the itinerary . A map would be beneficial. This also meant that a couple of activities did not happen due to time .

Very unimpressed with the hygiene surrounding food preparation. Seven from eight people became ill. Accommodation was good but itinerary didn’t allow full use of facilities. Boat trips were far too long with enjoyable but not spectacular snorkeling but it meant you were wet for most of the day. Rey was good , however I would have appreciated more knowledge re the culture of the Philippino people. The very last day was horrendous. This could have easily been avoided if flights were booked earlier. Unfortunately I can’t recommend this trip which is the first time ever. Being ill for more than half the time and still recovering has never happened to me before.

The trip needs to be more specific for Kayaking. We were all disappointed with the kayaks. They were difficult to paddle without a rudder . We are a kayaking group with experience but gave up trying to with the buckets. But all in all we enjoyed the trip. Shame we all became so sick.

I have had a wonderful holiday island hopping in the Philippines. Special mention for our fantastic guide Rey. What an ideal person for the job! Rey was caring, thorough, knowledgeable, funny and entertaining. And more . . . . . . Thank you Rey! Scenery was spectacular, with beautiful clear aqua water for swimming and snorkeling. The local helpers, boat crew, drivers, greeters etc, were without fail, friendly, helpful, capable and attentive. The accommodation was always great, even the camping on the beach (pretty glam camping really!). Fresh filtered water was always available. A great experience thank you.

I thoroughly enjoyed this trip with friends. Our guide Rey was fantastic. He is young and full of energy. Very friendly, considerate and helpful. There was a lot of travel, a bit of a downer but then we did cover a lot!! and the activities were all very doable. In fact in some cases a bit too easy. But enjoyable all the same.

This trip was so well organised. Every detail was planned and thought through and the tour leader, Rey, was a legend anticipating every need before you even realised. Also the food was phenomenal. The Philippines is almost ridiculously beautiful. It’s like being in a travel brochure. Book it!

This trip was absolutely brilliant. Beautiful water, outstanding food, snorkelling and a brilliant guide in Rey who anticipated our every want before we even knew it ! I’ve been on many guided trips before but Rey is genuinely the most professional and best guide I have ever encountered. The night in the island sleeping under the stars was a particularly highlight in a trip of brilliant adventure. I can not recommend this trip enough.

I would definitely recommend this trip - it is a must experience tour. The Philippines is simply stunning and this tour combined gorgeous beaches, amazing snorkelling, fun kayaking, SUPing and waterfalls, great hotels and delicious food (you will not go hungry), plus never ending rum if you wished 😁.

Rey is one of the best, if not the best, tour leader I have experienced across many previous trips. He is incredibly well organised but also caring, funny, knowledgeable, and thinks of everything to make your tour even better, often exceeding my expectations.

Highlights of the tour were so many but sleeping under the stars and waking up in tents on Linapacan island was particularly memorable, as was swimming with a turtle and watching a clown fish parent protecting its young in coral. Honestly, book this tour. You will not be disappointed.

This was hands down the best adventure trip I have taken. Much Better Adventures has put together an incredible and exciting schedule with outstanding locations and activities - every single day was fun and memorable. Whether it was snorkeling and encountering sea turtles who swam with us or kayaking, SUP'ing or swimming in secluded lagoons and small bays or spending the night under open skies in mesh tents on deserted island beaches - such wonderful experiences that made me pinch myself on a daily basis! Highly recommend this trip, this destination and definitely the Much Better Adventure guide and crew.

My wife and I had a wonderful adventure Island hopping in the Philippines, what we saw and what we experienced exceeded our imagination. The people, the daily adventures and the food provided were all fantastic! Our guide, Rey, did a great job leading us and keeping us safe. We fell in love with the Philippines and will return, without fail!

Excellent trip

Just the best trip - stunning islands, amazing snorkelling with so much to see (turtles, squid, giant starfish, clown fish), sensational food (especially on the boats), deserted beaches, Hilot massages. A great combination of roughing it with nice hotels mixed in - the camping was a real highlight. Rey, our tour leader, was the perfect combination of laidback and fun while also super organised and on top of everything. Already planning my trip back to the Philippines.

Brilliant holiday with well-planned activities and stunning scenery. Our guide Rey, was outstanding—timed everything perfectly so we avoided crowds and made the most of each stop. Lots of travel and some long drives I hadn’t expected, but overall a smooth and memorable experience. Only minor downsides: limited wildlife info, although stunning snorkelling opportunities and remote camping wasn’t as remote/off-grid as expected, possibly due to recent typhoon damage at the usual site. Still, highly recommend for an amazing adventure! Four stars due to long travel days

This trip was fantastic from start to end. The group was excellent fun, but our guide, Rey, made the tour everything it could be. We were fighting against the weather (two typoons. . . ) and yet the locals and the group were unfazed and we only missed out on a small part of the itinerary thanks to Rey's organisation. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone. The Philippines is an amazing place and I'll certainly be returning.

Lovely trip, beautiful country, and the Filipino people are some of the friendliest you’ll ever meet—they truly couldn’t do enough for us.

Rey, our guide, was absolutely fantastic: friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and always going the extra mile for the group.

Although two typhoons disrupted parts of the planned itinerary, Rey handled every change with calm expertise, ensuring the experience remained both fun and safe.

Despite the weather challenges, the trip was still truly unforgettable.

The food, the accommodation, and every aspect of the experience were spot on—sadly, the one thing nobody can control is the weather!

Highly recommend this trip. Don’t hesitate—just book it.

I'm giving this trip 4 stars rather than 5 just because of the amount of internal travel that eats into your activity time. It's hard to avoid this if you want to see more of these beautiful islands, so maybe MBA could consider extending the length of the trip to compensate for that. Otherwise, 5 stars to our superb guide, Rey, who was consistently upbeat, helpful and positive, even when we had to change some of our itinerary due to the impact of the recent typhoon. 5 stars to the water activities (I could have lived without the spider web), 5 stars to the food and 5 stars to be accommodation. I was with a lovely group of people from diverse backgrounds. We have taken home unforgettable memories that will keep us smiling for a long time.

What a beautiful country with the friendliest people, stunning beaches and wonderful underwater life!

Rupert was a great guide and the night on the private island was amazing. We even managed to see some baby turtles hatching. Who would have thought! Great trip with some nice people. I’d definitely recommend.

Great trip with amazing people and support! Couldn't have asked for an easier travel experience! Fantastic activities, food and weather. Capable of handling anything and can't wait for my next trip!

It was one of those holidays where after the first day you think that was amazing can it maintain the same level ????? This one did every day got better right till the last day. Amazing holiday with fantastic people both guests and guides. From rip snorkelling, kayaking and adding in the scuba dive just what a holiday. The food was delicious every time the boat crews were so attentive a very special holiday.

The trip was fantastic, it surpassed all my expectations on every level! The wonderful people, the activities and the seamless execution which was managed by the tour leader, Rey, was exceptional! The catchphrase for the trip amongst the group was 'WOW'!!!

This was an excellent trip. We were so well looked after the entire time & Rey, our guide, was fantastic. The food & hotels were wonderful and the activities were great.

I’ve done a few trips previously with other companies and I can honestly say this has been my favourite by far - if you are thinking about booking, go for it, you won’t regret it!

We had the most incredible few days with each perfect day being bettered by the next. The experiences we had, snorkelling, kayaking, sleep under the stars were all incredible and ones I will never forget.

A big part of creating this experience, and my thanks for it, goes to Rey and his team. Rey is clearly passionate about his job, finds and works with amazing local partners in each area we visited and always has a smile on his face.

I leave this trip with the fondest memories and amazing new friends.

My only suggestion would be to make it longer and to add another Philippines adventure (same fitness level please due to heat) covering the north and south! If Rey is leading this trip too then I will be returning for sure!

Amazing trip! Soooo much amazing snorkelling with the highlight being seeing and swimming with turtles! Food was delicious with a philipino feast delivered every lunch time! Above and beyond my expectations! Guides and boat crews were all amazing too!