The Eastern Mindanao & Siargao Atolls

VIP tarmac reception at Sayak Airport (IAO) in Siargao. private guide transfer through fields of coconut palms to the ultra-luxury Nay Palad Hideaway — a luxury perched ocean villa with stunning turquoise water views, lush tropical gardens, and the absolute privacy of the resort. Early arrivals explore the pristine beaches and extraordinary coastline views. Welcome dinner at the resort.

Private luxury speedboat for a three-island excursion. First: Naked Island — a completely bare, blindingly white sandbar rising out of the deep blue ocean, appearing to float on the water with turquoise water stretching around it. Snorkelling with colourful triggerfish along the sand fringe. Walking along the sandbar as the waves gently lap at the edge.

Travelling to the massive palm groves of Daku Island. A luxury white-linen champagne brunch set up by the private chef inside a private wooden pavilion built over the shallow reef waters — dining in absolute privacy with stunning ocean views. Afternoon: snorkelling the deep current-carved outer reef channels with vibrant coral formations, tropical fish, and sea turtles.

Visiting the tiny circular coral islet of Guyam Island — walking around the complete miniature oasis in less than five minutes, with turquoise water surrounding the island on all sides. Snorkelling through the protected inner coral lagoon: blue starfish and anemone fish in the calm clear waters. Guide explains the unique ecology of this perfectly formed mini-atoll.

A 1-hour private luxury speedboat south to Bucas Grande Island. Entering the hidden gem of Sohoton Cove by swimming beneath a low rock arch at low tide. Stepping into a non-motorised paddle canoe to swim safely among millions of soft, velvety, stingless neon-blue jellyfish that pulse gently through the turquoise water. Guide explains the unique biology of the jellyfish and the conservation efforts to protect them.

Continuing to explore the Sohoton labyrinth. Swimming through a submerged tunnel into Hagukan Cave where the water glows neon luminescent blue when splashed — the cave walls reflecting the extraordinary blue light. At Magkukuob Cave: climbing internal rock formations to execute a thrilling 15-foot cliff jump into a deep sapphire ocean basin. Pure adrenaline and extraordinary natural beauty combined.

Travelling to the western mangroves to explore the vast quiet channels of Sugba Lagoon — paddling a private stand-up paddleboard or kayak through flat glassy turquoise water, looking down to see schools of juvenile barracudas. Hand-crafted cocktails from a private wooden pontoon house floating in the centre of the lagoon as the sun drops behind the mangrove hills.

Cruising to the rolling hills of Corregidor Island. Hiking through the hilltop palm forests with stunning views of the turquoise water and surrounding islands. Afternoon snorkelling over a vibrant fringing reef filled with neon damselfish and giant clams.

Visiting the world-famous Cloud 9 boardwalk — walking along the iconic wooden pier to watch professional surfers conquer the massive hollow tube waves breaking over the sharp coral reef edge. The most legendary surf break in all of Southeast Asia, viewed from the intimate boardwalk. The day culminates in a final celebratory multi-course bonfire dinner around a grand beachside bonfire on the sand at Nay Palad Hideaway.

Relaxed luxury breakfast watching the surf from your perched ocean villa. Smooth private guide transfer back to Sayak Airport for the flight to Surigao. Complementary spa session at your city hotel. Private Surigao city tour if missed on Day 1. International departure the following day.