The Philippines is truly one of the great treasures of Southeast Asia.  It is a stunning destination for nature photographers, boasting phenomenal turquoise lagoons, jagged limestone cliffs, unique tropical wildlife, amazing underground rivers, and impressive caves. The Philippine archipelago comprised of 7000 islands is the second largest in the world, and that means this tour includes several flights, allowing us to explore and photograph some of the most beautiful islands. Drone photography here is incredible, too. Hidden azure lakes, shallow lagoons, karst formations, and tropical vegetation form beautiful patterns from the air. Also included in this tour is the wild and colorful Ati-atihan festival in which insane costumes, body paint, and street dancing create an experience you'll love to photograph and something you'll never forget. 

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Day 1, January 12, Wednesday

Leave home and arrive on this day in Manila (airport code MNL).  Make sure. you take into account the International Dateline when you calculate your arrival time. If you want to arrive one or two days early to recover from jet lag and to rest (at your expense), let Jim know. We meet in the lobby of the hotel for the first time as a group at 6pm.  Jim will talk about the upcoming tour and then we'll enjoy a welcome dinner. Overnight near the airport in Manila. 

Day 2, January 13, Thursday

This morning take a 75 minute flight rom Manila to Kalibo on the island of Panay. After checking in to our hotel and having lunch, we'll photograph some costumed models in the shallow turquoise water at a local beach.