Manila

we were the only 2 participants on that day so it felt like a private tour. driver arrived earlier to pick us up at meet up point so we set off to start the 2.5hrs car ride to the riverside. arrived at Aria where we were greeted by the friendly staff Ms. Angela and her team. lunch was pretty good! korean banchan, rice, meat and soup! The place is equipped with lockers, very clean toilet and changing rooms. leave your change of clothes here, bring water/gopro and your waterproof bag (dont lose your waterbottle else it becomes trash on the river)put on lifejacket and helmet, and we were off! hitched a ride upstream passing fishermen, ducks and beautiful waterfalls, and watched the very skillful boatmen manoeuvre our bangka (canoe) between the rocks and fighting against rapids! arrived at the falls, rode out to nature “car wash” on a bamboo raft, that was absolute fun!! swam for a bit in the cave behind the waterfall too! it was a good break out of the bustling manila city, recommended!

For a cheap and fun trip, joining alone is a great way to meet other hiking enthusiasts! Three downsides: 1. The 11 PM departure time makes it impossible to get any sleep. 2. The tour guide is very dedicated and great, but doesn't speak English. Fortunately, we had a Filipino member in our group who volunteered as a translator, which added a lot of fun to the trip. 3. The vehicle is a bit small and cramped, but considering the low price, the air-conditioned private transportation is a great value.

My hike in Dingalan Aurora was such a nice experience. The mountains and the sea views made the whole trip unforgettable✨

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Booking through Klook made our Fort Santiago trip super convenient — we didn’t have to fall in line to buy tickets, just showed the voucher at the entrance and went straight in. It really saved us time and hassle, especially since it was quite busy that day. We visited during Halloween, and the whole place had a more spooky and mysterious vibe — the dim lights, old stone walls, and historic ruins really made it feel like stepping back in time. It was both fun and eerie in the best way!

We got freebies, drink and pastries before the official tour while waiting. Sir Ivan was was very accommodating and helped take photos of everyone every stop during the tour. He also recommended where we can use the gift vouchers and we had a great dinner at Kiapo.

Redeeming your voucher is easy. Simply present it to the staff near the ticket booth, and it's ready to use. I started my visit at Baluarte de San Diego, then went to Fort Santiago, and ended at Casa Manila.

This was the first place I visited before going to Fort Santiago and the Casa Manila Museum. The voucher redemption process was quick and easy; just show the voucher to the staff near the ticket booth. Baluarte de San Diego is a historical site in Intramuros and one of the oldest stone forts in the Philippines, built in the late 16th century. It was originally a circular fortress called Fort Nuestra Señora de Guia. This place has become a symbol of Manila's resilience because it has survived wars, earthquakes, and subsequent restorations.

The museum is praised for being well-preserved and giving a vivid glimpse into upper-class Filipino life during the Spanish colonial era. The architecture and interior are frequently described as elegant: “antique furniture, intricate woodwork, lovely courtyards that take you back in time.