There’s something magic about traveling solo in the Philippines. The sun hits differently out here, and time slows down in the best way. But sometimes, even as a solo traveler, you want the ease of having it planned out for you. You want to share the sunrise ferry ride without necessarily having to navigate the whole route yourself.
That’s why I’ve been digging into solo-friendly tours across the Philippines—experiences that strike that sweet spot between independence and just-enough community.
Here are a few that stood out:
🌴 Solo-ish Philippines by G Adventures
📍 Manila → El Nido | ⏱️ 11 Days
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This one’s called Solo-ish, which made me smile. It’s for solo travelers who want their own room but still fancy a shared dinner table or paddleboard session. You’ll go from Manila to Port Barton and El Nido — with food tours, firefly boat rides, and time to float in Palawan’s dreamy lagoons.
Think: warm company, soft adventure, zero pressure.
🐚 Palawan Island Getaway with Intrepid Travel
📍 Puerto Princesa → El Nido | ⏱️ 8 Days
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Palawan doesn’t really need selling — it’s that beautiful. This trip leans into the wild side, with jungle treks, local village visits, and stretches of pure beach calm. Intrepid runs their tours with a light footprint and small groups, which makes it perfect for solo travelers who want mindful structure with room to wander.
🏄 Philippines Island Hopper by TruTravels
📍 Eastern + Western Philippines | ⏱️ 17 Days
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If you’ve got a bit more time — and energy — this one’s a bit of a love letter to island life. Surfing in Siargao, snorkeling in Palawan, hopping from beach bar to hammock. It’s more social, more energetic, but still open to however you want to show up.
It’s a good fit if you want to meet people but still have the freedom to skip a night out and just sit by the sea.
🧭 DIY Vibe with GetYourGuide
📍 Philippines-wide | ⏱️ Your call
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Sometimes you don’t want a full tour — just little guided moments. A hike here, a food crawl there. GetYourGuide is great for solo travelers who like to dip in and out of structured time. Book a snorkel trip in Cebu, take a walking tour in Bohol, or hop on a boat in Coron. Completely build-your-own, no group chat necessary.
🌾 Picturesque Solo Philippines Tour by Indus Travels
📍 Highlights of the Philippines | ⏱️ 9 Days
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This one feels more polished — think boutique hotels and curated local experiences. If you lean toward slow travel and a soft landing in each place, Indus offers small group solo tours with the comfort of a well-set table at the end of the day. A bit of a hidden gem.
A Note If You’re New to Solo Tours…
You don’t have to go full extrovert to enjoy one of these. The right tour gives you the best of both worlds: planned logistics and spontaneous connections, room to explore alone and someone to share sunset drinks with if you want to.
If you’ve been craving somewhere warm, quiet, and breathtaking — the Philippines might be calling.
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