➢ TRAK Product Mastery
➢ Self & Assisted Rescues
➢ Boat Control Skills
➢ Various aspects of Seamanship. i.e. weather, navigation, chart reading etc.
➢ Palawan history and culture

This six day/ five night paddling expedition will introduce you to the natural and cultural wonders of Palawan on the western fringes of the Philippine archipelago. Explore this paddlers paradise by day with professional guidance, instruction and interpretation from local guides, and dine on authentic local cuisine along the way. Expect to quietly slip into narrow inlets, glide through peaceful mangrove forests, and explore remote beaches with minimal impact on the environment. This trip is primarily camping based, with hotel accommodations on the first and last day.

Day 0: Arrival & Orientation

- Flight schedule: to be determined
- We highly suggest to take the morning 1st flight
- Arrive at Puerto Princesa Airport (PPS) by early morning.
- A private van will transport you on a scenic 6+ hour journey to our staging hotel/resort in the El Nido area.
- From Puerto Princesa to El Nido is 230 km. Expect a 5 hour ride from Puerto Princesa to El Nido.
- Once finalized, full accommodation details will be shared with all participants.
- That evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with your guides at the accommodation.
- We’ll conduct a full expedition orientation, covering packing strategies, gear selection, and the paddle plan.
- Accommodation on Night 0 is included and arranged by Kayak Philippines.

Day 1: Paddle Launch & Kayak Orientation

-Early start for a Kayak Philippines introduction and skills tune-up. After loading and final checks, we launch from the resort beach into the stunning Lio Beach, Bacuit Bay where your expedition begins.

Days 2–5: Lio Beach - Bacuit Bay Exploration Journey West and Southward Island Hopping & Remote Paddling

-Paddle into the heart of Bacuit Bay, exploring its spectacular
seascapes.
- Visit hidden coves, vertical limestone cliffs, and vibrant coral gardens.
- Nights will be spent at pristine island campsites or quiet beach
resorts, weather and route permitting.
- Supported by our banker (local outrigger boat) and crew, we’ll cover more remote stretches and explore lesser-known islands.
- Continue paddling and boating through secluded islands,
surrounded by turquoise waters and untouched landscapes.
- These final days are about reflection, challenge, and immersion in nature.

Please note: This is a general guideline. Exact dates, destinations, and routing may vary based on weather conditions and group dynamics.

Day 6: Return to El Nido & Farewell

- We travel back to El Nido by banka, clean up, and return to our staging accommodation.
- In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with the team and relive the highlights of an unforgettable journey.
- Meals and accommodation on this day are included.

Five (5) days guided kayak tour with professional kayak guide

Accommodations:
○ 2-3-star Resort on Day 0 and Day 6
○ Local accidental insurance coverage
○ Meals as specified in itinerary (Full board: B, L, D)

Transfers:
○ Land Transport: Puerto Princesa Airport to El Nido Resort

➢ TRAK Kayak

➢ Personal paddling & expedition gear (packing list provided)

➢ International and domestic airfare, including airport taxes

➢ Tips/Gratuities for guide, driver, or helper

➢ Personal expenses such as table drinks during meals at hotels/restaurants, Telephone calls, Laundry, Porterage at airports/resort, Room service.

➢ Additional costs arising due to:
- Flight/train delays, rescheduling, or cancellations
- Weather conditions or force majeure events
- Political closures, technical faults, fires, floods, explosions, strikes, embargoes, or other uncontrollable events