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The Philippines - Visayan Islands Extension

© Visayan Broadbill by David Hoddinott
The Philippines - Visayan Islands Extension 2027

04 Apr 2027 - 10 Apr 2027 (7 days)

USD2,700 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: André Bernon

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Tour Leader: Local Leader

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,700 (GBP2,055 * EUR2,362 * AUD3,846)

Flight costs: USD240 (GBP183 * EUR210 * AUD342)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* This extension can only betaken in conjunction with the main tour, it cannot be taken alone

The Philippines - Visayan Islands Extension 2028

02 Apr 2028 - 08 Apr 2028 (7 days)

USD2,900 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Lisle Gwynn

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Tour Price (Per person): USD2,900 (GBP2,207 * EUR2,537 * AUD4,131)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* This extension can only betaken in conjunction with the main tour, it cannot be taken alone

The Philippines - Visayan Islands Extension 2029

01 Apr 2029 - 07 Apr 2029 (7 days)

USD3,100 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Lev Frid

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Tour Price (Per person): USD3,100 (GBP2,359 * EUR2,712 * AUD4,416)

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated, and dates may change* This extension can only betaken in conjunction with the main tour, it cannot be taken alone

Our extension to the remarkable Visayan Islands takes in Cebu, Bohol and Negros, where we target many highly sought-after and extremely range-restricted species such as Black and Visayan Shamas, Negros Scops Owl, White-throated Jungle Flycatcher, Flame-templed Babbler, White-winged Cuckooshrike, Black-belted Flowerpecker, Maroon-naped Sunbird, Yellow-breasted Tailorbird and Visayan Broadbill. This extension also provides opportunities for rare endemic mammals, including the remarkable Philippine Tarsier and Philippine Colugo, while the iconic Chocolate Hills scenery is simply unforgettable.

*This extension can only be taken in conjunction with the main tour. If you would like to consider it as a standalone tour, please do get in touch with our tailormade team*

Top Birds

Philippine Duck; Barred Rail; Pinsker’s Hawk-Eagle; Philippine Trogon; Philippine Fairy-bluebird; Black-bibbed Cicadabird; White-winged Cuckooshrike; Striated Wren-Babbler; Visayan & Samar Hornbills; Flame-templed, Negros Striped & Visayan Babblers; White-throated & Philippine Jungle Flycatchers; Philippine Shortwing; Indigo-banded & Wood Kingfishers; Rufous-lored Kingfisher; Negros & Everett’s Scops Owls; Luzon & Cebu Boobooks; Philippine Frogmouth; Yellow-faced & Buff-spotted Flamebacks; Azure-breasted Pitta; Visayan Broadbill; Visayan & Black Shamas; Pink-bellied Imperial Pigeon; Blue-crowned Racket-tail; Philippine Spinetail; Visayan Rhabdornis; Maroon-naped, Metallic-winged & Magnificent Sunbirds; Black-belted Flowerpecker; Black-faced Coucal; Amethyst Brown Dove; Visayan Fantail; Visayan Blue Fantail; Yellow-breasted Tailorbird; chance of Mindanao Bleeding-heart.

Top Mammals

Philippine Colugo; Philippine Tarsier; Philippine Flying Fox; Philippine Long-tailed Macaque.

Habitats Covered

lowland & foothill rainforest, woodlands, rivers, crater lakes and wetlands

Expected Climate

hot and humid, rain expected

Max Group Size

10 with 1 Rockjumper leader & 1 local birding leader

Tour Pace & Walking

DIFFICULT: This is a high-intensity “mega” tour designed for passionate listers and serious birders who enjoy a fast-paced schedule. Due to its demanding nature, it’s not recommended for avid photographers, inexperienced birders, or anyone with mobility or health limitations.

This is an intense, demanding & highly focused birding tour targeting the many endemic species of the Philippines, with the aim of seeing as many as possible within the available timeframe. A very good level of fitness, stamina & general health is essential. This tour is not suitable for dedicated photographers, inexperienced birders, or anyone with mobility or significant health concerns. Expect many very long days with early starts & late finishes, driven by the high number of nocturnal species & some lengthy transfers between sites.

Accommodation

Mostly very good throughout. However, a few nights at Mount Kitanglad are basic, spent in small hiking-style tents with shared facilities & no electricity. Further details are provided later in the it

Ease of Birding

Bird densities can be low, but birding can also be highly rewarding & productive at many sites, and we consistently record a large proportion of the available endemics. Several species are rare, shy &

Other Attractions

Chocolate Hills scenery, highly threatened forests & endemics, forest-surrounded crater lakes in Twin Lakes NP, tropical oceans with chances of cetaceans during ferry crossings

Photographic Opportunities

Variable but often worthwhile, though frequently challenging. Low light, potential rain, dense forest habitat & high canopy, combined with skittish & low-density species, can make photography difficul

What our clients say about us

Glen Valentine
MW, The Philippines - Endangered Endemics 2026

Glen was an amazing guide, great at all aspects of the role: finding birds, getting folks onto them, planning how to find the birds we’d missed, keeping everyone happy, etc. it’s a pleasure to travel with such an expert. My only criticism of this tour is that 10 people is an unusually large size relative to the frequent forest birding and Rockjumper’s usual standards. I think this would be much better with 8 clients. Thanks to everyone for a great trip.

Erik Forsyth
RW & SW, The Philippines 2018

We saw some good birds and are happy about that. Erik Forsyth is an excellent guide and companion. We would certainly travel with him again. He was most helpful for those of us whose eyes are not as sharp as they once were. Erik managed the group well and group dynamics were excellent. Local guides, such as at PICOP, were very friendly and most helpful. The Philippine ground agent/bird guide, Mark Villa, was certainly knowledgeable about the local birds and a good source of information. We have enjoyed Rockjumper tours in the past and hope to again.

Erik Forsyth
JT, The Philippines 2018

The guides were knowledgeable, energetic, and very personable. I would go with Erik Forsyth anytime, anywhere. He made sure we were comfortable, well fed, and saw the birds, not an easy feat with the constant rainy conditions. I also appreciated his sense of humour. Yes, I would go with Rockjumper again, and I am planning on a 2019 trip already. They have become my favourite bird tour company for many reasons.

Erik Forsyth
MY, The Philippines 2018

It was amazing that the guides could make the tour so enjoyable despite having rain 8 days out of 10! Guides were excellent. Erik Forsyth was very knowledgeable and personable.

Glen Valentine
TB, The Philippines 2023

The Philippines endangered endemics and the Visayan Extension were spectacular. Lots of good and rare birds, despite a number of problems and pressure on the birds and their habitats. Glen, our main tour leader is top = knowledgable, super well organized, considerate etc. He was very well supported by Ivan, Yu and others. I personally liked the sites Mt. Kintanglad, Palawan, Twin Lakes and Bohl, where the habitat is still mainly intact. Id recommend the tour to other birding enthusiasts !

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