"This expedition just changed my life. It made the Philippines like a spiritual home for me. Great travellers, amazing crew, good rum and unforgettable exploring!"
3 NIGHT GROUP EXPEDITION - 27,000 PHP
(c.500 USD Per Person)
"This expedition just changed my life. It made the Philippines like a spiritual home for me. Great travellers, amazing crew, good rum and unforgettable exploring!"
3 NIGHT GROUP EXPEDITION
27,000 PHP
(c.500 USD Per Person)
Do you ever feel like you've 'got it a bit wrong' when you travel somewhere and find yourself spending a lot of time waiting around in your hotel?
Are you open to meeting like minded travellers and going on an adventure of a lifetime?
If you would prefer to sleep in native island cottages falling asleep by the sea or camping while looking up at the stars - rather than stuffy hotels back in town.
And you're willing to 'rough it' a little bit in order to gain a unique and true experience away from the crowds.
And if you prefer to support a company that actively contributes to it's local environment & community then we welcome you.
This is not your typical island hopping tour.
This is the BDBM Coron Island Life Expedition, in the heart and soul of the Philippines' Palawan.
We are proud to be Trip Advisor's #1 Expedition Operator in Coron, Palawan.
We gather together like minded travelleres to share the experience and adventure of a lifetime.
Do you ever feel like you've 'got it a bit wrong' when you travel somewhere and find yourself spending a lot of time waiting around in your hotel?
Are you open to meeting like minded travellers and going on an adventure of a lifetime?
If you would prefer to sleep in native island cottages falling asleep by the sea or camping while looking up at the stars - rather than stuffy hotels back in town.
And you're willing to 'rough it' a little bit in order to gain a unique and true experience away from the crowds.
And if you prefer to support a company that actively contributes to it's local environment & community then we welcome you.
This is not your typical island hopping tour.
This is the BDBM Coron Island Life Expedition, in the heart and soul of the Philippines' Palawan.
We are proud to be Trip Advisor's #1 Expedition Operator in Coron, Palawan.
We gather together like minded travelleres to share the experience and adventure of a lifetime.
Honestly one of the best trips we have ever taken. Big dream boat man has been born from one of the most lovely and kind people i have ever met- Krish, along with his wonderful team Jerome, Chino and Ken it has been so great...Read more
3 Night Example Itinerary
This may change due to weather, sea and group conditions
3 Night Itinerary
This may change due to weather & sea conditions
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Visit the most famous lakes and lagoons around Coron Island, this is the day when we can run into other boats, but we try to go when it's most quiet. We have lunch on a little beach before sailing to our first overnight island accomodation.
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Time to escape. On Day 2 we make an effort to visit some secluded islands, sandbars and snorkelling spots. Come the afternoon it's another sunset sail to our 2nd overnight island accomodation for volleyball, rum and cokes and storytelling.
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Our last full day - capturing some final island beauty, walking through caves and enjoying the presence of crew and guests. We end on our last island stop, eat a big family dinner, party and karaoke can be expected.
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Kayangan Lake
Twin Lagoons
Siete Pecados
Barracuda Lake
Caps Point Coral Garden
Skeleton Shipwreck
Banol Beach BBQ
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Culion Island
North Key
Local Fishing Lesson
Bugor Island
Banana Island
Volleyball & Hammocks
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Pass Island
Pamalican Island
Black Island
Nightime Bonfire
Sing Song, Rum & Coke
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Big Dream Boatman is an incredible way to experience the wonders and stunning beauty of Coron. This trip was everything I wanted and more. From the crew's warm and friendly welcome to the sad final goodbyes it was a magical 4 days spent with 12 strangers who by the end felt like old friends. ... Read more
Big Dream Boatman is an incredible way to experience the wonders and stunning beauty of Coron. This trip was everything I wanted and more. From the crew's warm and friendly welcome to the sad final goodbyes it was a magical 4 days spent with 12 strangers who by the end felt like old friends... Read more
Expedition Dates
This may change due to weather & sea conditions
WHEN:
2-3 TRIPS/WEEK THROUGHOUT
OCTOBER-JULY
DEPARTS:
12pm on 1st DAY
RETURNS:
10am on 4th DAY
LENGTH:
3 NIGHTS
Click on 'Ok, I'm In, reserve me', to see full schedule
Expedition Dates
This may change due to weather & sea conditions
WHEN:
2 -3 TRIPS/WEEK THROUGHOUT
OCTOBER-JULY
DEPARTS:
12pm on 1st DAY
RETURNS:
10am on 4th DAY
LENGTH:
3 NIGHTS
Click on 'Ok, I'm In, reserve me', to see full schedule
What's Included?
27k PHP per person includes:
What's Included?
This may change due to weather.
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Food & Drink for 3 nights (including Rum, Chicken, Fish, Fruits)
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Basic but Beautiful Accomodation for 3 nights (2 nights native beach cottages, 1 night beach camping)
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All fees: marine, island, eco, masks, snorkel, guides, chefs, service, social investment
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Big Dream Boat Man Guides (spearfishers, singers, chefs, philosophers, good fun guys!)
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Why should we choose you?
Check out what others say...
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Food & Drink for 3 nights (including Rum, Chicken, Fish, Fruits)
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Basic but Beautiful Accomodation for 3 nights (2 nights native beach cottages, 1 night beach camping)
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All fees: marine, island, eco, masks, snorkel, guides, chefs, service, social investment
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Big Dream Boat Man Guides (spearfishers, singers, chefs, philosophers, good fun guys!)
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Even though we are only 18 months old, we are already the number one expedition opearator in Coron. So please have a read what others think...
FAQs
What you need to know
How long do we go for?
3 Nights. We leave at 12pm on day 1, and you're back by 9am on day 4.
What do we eat and drink?
Fresh Fish, Chicken, Rice, Vegetables, Fruit, Rhum, Coke, Water
Whats included?
Everything you need from Island Camping Equipment, Food & Drink, Snorkel Mask and Flippers, Kayaks, Fees etc.
Where do we sleep?
In native beach cottages on quiet white sand beaches and for one night you will camp on one of the islands too. The cottages are basic, but they are clean and comfortable. They are fan rooms and situated right on the beachfront. The cottages are usually sharing, but it can be dependant on number of people on the trip. If you don't want to share, you can just opt to camp instead.
I've been on island tours before, what's new?
This isn't an island hopping tour, it's an expedition, and you wont see many other tourists around and nobody does what we do quite how we do it. So everything is new!
How many people go?
Between 5-14... Never more. Between October and December we think maybe 5-12, in March onwards, probably 8-14.
Ok, how much is it?
27,000 PHP Per Person (Just around $500 USD). The payment is split with 13.5k deposit paid online to reserve your space, and then a 13.5k cash payment upon arrival.
FAQs
What you need to know
How long do we go for?
3 Nights. We leave at 12pm on day 1, and you're back by 9am on day 4.
What do we eat and drink?
Chef Reynald's famous menu (check our trip advisor) which includes Fresh Chicken, Fish, Rice, Vegetables, Fruit, Rhum, Coke, Water. Let us know if your vego.
Whats included?
Everything you need from Island Camping Equipment, Food & Drink, Snorkel Mask and Flippers, Kayaks, Fees etc.
Where do we sleep?
In native beach cottages on quiet white sand beaches and for one night you will usually camp on one of the islands too. The cottages are basic, but they are clean and comfortable. They are fan rooms and situated right on the beachfront. The cottages are usually sharing, but it can be dependant on number of people on the trip. If you don't want to share, you can just opt to camp instead.
I've been on island tours before, what's new?
This isn't an island hopping tour, it's quite a special and unique expedition. But don't blindly trust us! I'd suggest checking our trip advisor.
How many people go?
Between 5-14... Never more. Between October and December we think maybe 5-12, in March onwards, probably 8-14.
Ok, how much is it?
27,000 PHP Per Person (Just about $500 USD if your peso game isn't very strong)
Videos from our epic guests!
We've been fortuate enought to have some amazing content creators join us! We've been reccomended by @pinoyvagabonds @topdestinations_ph @thomito_12 @finn_snow @lovers-travel @xk_flyaway @mircobasiletereborillo @loz_leisure @dreambeachlife @joshstockdale and more!
Videos from our epic guests!
We've been fortuate enought to have some amazing content creators join us! Here is some of their stuff from our group expedition!
It was our pleasure to host @lozsleisure on his recent trip to Coron! Here is the Vlog of one of his days on our group expedition in May 2017.
We were delighted to welcome famous Travel Vlogger Finn Snow on our 3 night group expedition. These three videos were taken during the expedition, they give the most comprehensive view of what you can expect. Although my advice is to not watch all of them because you want to have some suspense and surprise!!
It was our pleasure to host @lozsleisure on his recent trip to Coron! Here is the Vlog of one of his days on our group expedition in May 2017.
We were delighted to welcome famous Travel Vlogger Finn Snow on our 3 night group expedition. These three videos were taken during the expedition, they give the most comprehensive view of what you can expect. Although my advice is to not watch all of them because you want to have some suspense and surprise!!