Philippines
El Nido's lagoons, Boracay's white beach, Cebu's whale sharks and waterfalls, and Palawan's underground river.
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Know before you go
Best time to visit: December to April
Dry season from December to April; typhoons are most likely from July to October.
- Currency
- Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Time
- 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of India
- Power plugs
- Type A, B, C – carry a universal adaptor
- Language
- Filipino and English
- Visa for Indian passports
- Entry rules and what to carry – see the visa details
Where to go in Philippines
Top things to do in Philippines
See all 7CruiseInstant bookingBoracay Island Hopping Tour with BBQ Lunch
Half a day by outrigger boat around Boracay: snorkelling stops, Puka Beach, Crystal Cove island and a BBQ lunch with unlimited drinks.
CruiseInstant bookingBoracay Sunset Sailing: Paraw Boat or Sunset Cruise
Boracay's famous sunset from the water – skim along White Beach on a traditional paraw sailboat, or relax on a larger sunset cruise.
AdventureInstant bookingParasailing in Boracay
Fly high above Boracay's turquoise water for a bird's-eye view of White Beach and the island.
NatureInstant bookingPuerto Princesa Underground River Tour, Palawan
Paddle into one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature: an 8 km river flowing through a cathedral-sized cave to the sea, with permits and lunch arranged.
CruiseInstant bookingEl Nido Island Hopping: Lagoons & Beaches, Palawan
A day among El Nido's limestone islands: hidden lagoons to kayak, white beaches, snorkelling reefs and a lunch cooked on the boat.
NatureInstant bookingBohol Day Tour from Cebu: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & Loboc River
By fast ferry to Bohol for the 1,200 Chocolate Hills, the tiny wide-eyed tarsier and a lunch cruise on the jungle-lined Loboc River.
Theme ParkInstant bookingManila Ocean Park Tickets
Manila's oceanarium on the bay: a 25-metre walk-through tunnel, sea lions, penguins and a jellyfish gallery.
Philippines holiday packages
Philippines: questions travellers ask
+What is the best time to visit Philippines?
The main season is December to April. Dry season from December to April; typhoons are most likely from July to October.
+What are the top things to do in Philippines?
Popular choices are Boracay Island Hopping Tour with BBQ Lunch; Boracay Sunset Sailing: Paraw Boat or Sunset Cruise; Parasailing in Boracay; Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour, Palawan; El Nido Island Hopping: Lagoons & Beaches, Palawan. We list 7 experiences across Boracay, Puerto Princesa, El Nido, Cebu, Manila.
+What is the time difference between India and Philippines?
Philippines is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of India.
+Which currency and plug type does Philippines use?
The currency is the Philippine Peso (PHP). Sockets are type A, B, C, so carry a universal adaptor. You pay Plantenium in Indian rupees.
+Do Indians need a visa for Philippines?
See our Philippines Visa page for the current entry rules for Indian passport holders.
+Can I book Philippines tickets in rupees?
Yes. Prices on Plantenium are in Indian rupees with taxes included, and your e-ticket or voucher comes by email and WhatsApp.