Uncharted Earth

What a great trip.
It took a long time to get the trip right, but with the great help ofCami we got there, Cami was very patient as this was a special trip for myself and my wife, getting the balance right between having enough time in one place and getting the accommodation right all took time and Cami was very knowledgeable and helpful .
We spent the whole of February travelling the Philippines and hit was wonderful, saw so many places, great trips and excursions, all private as well which was great.
All pick up from hotels, airports, ferry terminals all went great and according to plan, not one thing what wrong which was amazing
Would defiantly use KimKim again and a big thank you and shout out to Cami.

Thank you very much.

From Shirley & Paul

We had a wonderful trip to the Philippines!! We were able to really relax and enjoy our time, knowing we didn't have to worry about our excursions and transportation at all. Furthermore, we really liked the dive shops that were chosen - very professional and safe!!

Hotel Reviews

Club Serena Resort

Moalboal

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North Zen Villas

Panglao

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Seda Lio

El Nido

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Four Points by Sheraton Palawan Puerto Princesa

Puerto Princesa

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Sheraton Cebu Mactan Resort

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Activity Reviews

Diving in Moalboal - 3 dives

Moalboal

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Island hopping in El Nido - Tour A

El Nido

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Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls

Moalboal

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Diving in Balicasag Island (2 dives)

Philippines

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Diving in Pamilacan Island (3 dives)

Panglao Island

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Bohol Island Day Tour

Philippines

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Sibaltan Day Tour

El Nido

This was a really nice tour overall. A little off the beaten path, so the beaches seemed very private and secluded. Unfortunately, we were not able to hit all of the destinations, because of high winds. Also, our guide was apparently new to guiding, and we had a few strange interactions. We also ended up having to pay for coconut water, which we were not told about prior to - the guide brought it to us, and then asked for the cash later. Luckily, I did bring cash. However, most of the crew was very pleasant, and the food we were given was phenomenal. It was overall a lovely day, just doesn't get 5 starts from me given a few strange moments.

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Very comfortable on the way there, but on the way back, the guide made my partner sit on a cardboard box because his shorts were damp. We didn't disembark on the dock, given the winds, so our clothes got wet once more since we landed on a beach. I think the expectations should have been discussed earlier, not when we got into the car.

Puerto Princesa Underground River Day Tour from Sabang

Sabang, Palawan

Maybe my favorite activity- SUCH a fun experience. Jonall was a phenomenal guide too.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfectly Planned, Stress-Free Family Adventure

We just returned from an incredible family trip to the Philippines that Cami planned for us, and it was one of the most seamless travel experiences we’ve ever had.

We’re from the United States, and flying halfway around the world with a 9-year-old and a 21-year-old felt overwhelming at first. But Cami provided clear, step-by-step instructions for the entire trip, which made everything feel easy. All we had to do was follow the plan and enjoy the adventure.

Cami’s communication while building the itinerary over several months was fantastic. She really listened to what we wanted — an action-packed trip — and offered great recommendations that fit our travel style perfectly.

While I handled the international and inter-island flights myself, every other detail was flawlessly arranged. Every airport pickup, hotel transfer, and excursion transport was perfectly timed and waiting for us. We never had to guess what to do or where to go.

Once we arrived, Ana from Uncharted Philippines became our in-country contact and was amazing. She responded quickly anytime I had a question. It truly felt like we had a personal vacation coordinator in our pocket the entire trip.

The itinerary was full of unforgettable experiences that worked wonderfully for both kids despite the age gap. If you want a perfectly planned, stress-free trip where you can just show up and enjoy, I can’t recommend Cami enough.

Activity Review

Canyoneering in Kawasan Falls

Philippines

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing and Safe Family Adventure Canyoneering at Kawasan Falls was unforgettable! We each had our own guide, which made us feel very safe and well taken care of the entire time. They helped us navigate slippery rocks, encouraged us through every jump and swim, and made the whole experience fun and stress-free. A perfect mix of adventure and safety — highly recommend!

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This experience was excellent. Leo and coworkers made sure everything was taken care of once we got there. Excursions were already planned, hotel staff already informed, on ground transportation prearranged.

Hotel Reviews

Belmont Hotel Manila

Pasay City

Incredible food. The best food we had all trip.

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A walk away from the airport

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The District Boracay

Boracay Island

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Isla Amara Boutique Resort

El Nido

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Sunset Sailing in Boracay

Boracay

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Island hopping in Boracay

Boracay

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Island hopping in El Nido - Tour A

El Nido

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El Nido via ferrata

El Nido

This was my personal favorite as I enjoy climbing more than most things. Great trek to a vista overlooking El Nido and the bay. My dad and I did both routes in 20 minutes so that was the only downside, but we were hustling because of the rain making all the metal walkways a bit dangerous. But it was great if you’re fit and up for a challenge.

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Leo was extremely helpful and truly listened to our needs and wants for our trip to the Philippines. He was very knowledgeable and always responded quickly to my questions. The hotels Leo chose for us were beautiful and perfectly suited to our preferences.

When we arrived in Manila, we spent one day on our own. The next day, our tour guide Ana and her husband John picked us up for a canoeing trip and then dropped us off at Planet Dive Resort. The resort was beautiful, and we spent two wonderful nights in Anilao. Ana and John later picked us up and drove us back to Manila. They were amazing hosts—kind, attentive, and they took great care of us throughout the trip.

Ana continued to stay in touch during our visit, which was incredibly helpful and reassuring. Overall, we had a fantastic experience.

We would highly recommend KimKim to anyone looking for help planning a trip to the Philippines or anywhere else in the world.

Activity Reviews

Pagsanjan Falls Day Tour

Anilao, Batangas

This excursion was wonderful and one of our favorite memories. It was relaxing and peaceful along the river. The waterfalls were beautiful. Our tour guide was very friendly.

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Sunset Sailing in Boracay

Boracay

This was a highlight of our trip. We all enjoyed this fun sunset sailboat trip. It was not what we expected, but it was 100 times better than what we expected.

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Island hopping in Boracay

Boracay

Celcine, was wonderful. She took us to crystal cove and then snorkeling. It was a fun day.

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Anilao Snorkeling Day Tour

Anilao, Batangas

Alan our tour guide was wonderful. He knew I didn’t swim very well so he let hold onto the life preserver and took me around to see all the fish and coral. On our last snorkeling stop he led my husband and daughter to see multiple sea turtles.

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Alan

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Taal Town, Tagaytay and Taal Volcano

Philippines

This excursion was interesting in Taal, but we were unable to go to the volcano because it is active. John and Ana did make a few stops so we could get a better look.

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Choosing Kimkim (and ultimately Leo of Uncharted Philippines) was an absolute heaven sent for planning my families two week adventure in the Philippines. I am a biracial Filipina American who for several reasons has never been able to visit the “motherland”.

There were several places that I wanted to visit and Leo created THE perfect itinerary for me, my husband and adult son. The Uncharted took all of the “work” from our vacation to Manila, Palawan (Puerto Princesa and El Nido) and Boracay . Ana was our contact on the ground and helped to facilitate communication with our activities/tours, guides and accommodations. We had a couple small bumps in the road that quickly remedied and every single guide was so knowledgeable attentive, flexible and gracious. Especially Zeon and Jhon in Manilla and Rich on Palawan . Our accommodations were top notch and in beautiful and active locations yet were not pretentious and felt rooted in local culture and community. We visited the most beautiful beaches, historical sites ,natural landscapes , and cultural hubs. Our tripped was packed with activities yet we didn’t feel rushed or stressed at all.

Uncharted/Kimkim made everything run so seamlessly and easily that It will be difficult for me to travel any other way. I am definitely planing to use them again in 2026 to visit other islands that I couldn’t fit in my itinerary.

In summary, this was hands down the best trip I’ve ever had and as a mom who has historically been in charge of all planning , coordination and organizing … the least stressful!

An 11 out of 10 !!

Hotel Reviews

Bayleaf Intramuros

Metro Manila

Conveniently located. Limited food options for vegans but not a deal breaker. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly.

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Hue Hotels and Resorts Puerto Princesa

Puerto Princesa

Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable and clean rooms.

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Isla Amara Boutique Resort

El Nido

This was my favorite hotel on our multi location two week trip to the Philippines. The location was beautiful beds comfortable and we stayed in the celebrity suite that was comfortable and spacious for a 5 day stay.

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Steps from a beautiful white sand beach, near many restaurants including a completely vegan restaurant. Easy to access a tuk tuk or cab to local attractions .

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The staff was very pleasant and helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Clean and comfortable but could use laundry service or a contract with a laundry company. I had to take a tuk tuk to a laundry service. They delivered which was helpful .

The District Boracay

Boracay Island

Perfect location and staff went above and beyond with transfers and service . Rooms were clean and comfortable. We stayed in the loft suite which was well appointed and clean.

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The staff was absolutely fantastic. The transfer to and from the airport was seamless , stress free and easy. Everyone was so friendly. My family really felt at home and cared for.

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Belmont Hotel Manila

Pasay City

Beautiful hotel. A little hectic in the lobby upon arrival . Rooms were comfortable and breakfast was really nice.

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Close to airport and easy to access transportation.

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Activity Reviews

Pangsanjan Falls & Tagaytay

Philippines

Our guide Jhon was so fun flexible and knowledgeable. From the tours to helping us find places to eat. He made everything so easy and so fun. By the end of the day he felt like family. He really maximized our day without us feeling rushed.

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Manila Day Tour

Philippines

What made this tour special was our guide Zeon (with uncharted Philippines) . My husband is a history buff and really enjoyed conversations with and asking him questions about the sites and historic and current info about the places and spaces we visited.

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My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our rice terraces hike in the Ifugao and Mountain Provinces. Our guide with Uncharted Philippines, Jody, was knowledgeable about the area and had local connections in the villages. The itinerary had to be flexible so soon after Super Typhoon Uwan, and Jody and Cami, our Kimkim representative, worked together to make a safe ad memorable experience. We highly recommend Ki.kim and Uncharted Philippines for a unique, one of a kind experience.

My wife and I arranged a hiking trip to visit the rice terraces in Ifugao and Sagada. We worked with Cami at KimKim and she always answered our many pre-trip questions promptly and accurately.

Our trip followed the devastating 2025 typhoons that greatly impacted the roads and hiking trails in the region. Though people were still digging out and repairing the damage, our trip was still a success. We had to adapt to some minor changes in the itinerary, follow different hiking trails, and stay at a couple of guest houses that still did not have electricity and water. Still, things worked well. Our guide, Jody, and the rest of guides/drivers were very professional. We would highly recommend this trip to other adventure- minded travelers.

Cami did a great job at planning our trip and organizing rides/transfers from the airport and to our excursions! All we knew for sure we wanted to do was go to El Nido and go island hopping, and Cami did all of the legwork! The Belmont Hotel and Seda Lio were great to stay at, she set us up with special honeymoon suites. Overall, we felt much safer having help with booking and planning, would recommend.

Hotel Reviews

Belmont Hotel Manila

Pasay City

It was a great stay that was close to the airport! It was our honeymoon and they had towels set up with swans/roses and dessert for us when we arrived. The transfer to the airport was very smooth. The breakfast buffet was great, but we probably wouldn't recommend their dinner/restaurant, we found out on our last day there are street food vendors just down the street we would've preferred to eat at.

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Seda Lio

El Nido

We had a great stay and had a very spacious room! Even though the pool was closed for construction, there was still access to other pools if wanted (we didn't bother, we spent time in the ocean). They had a great breakfast buffet, and there is a bunch of other great restaurants walking distance.

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Activity Reviews

Island hopping in El Nido - Tour A

El Nido

We had a great time with our private island hopping tour, they even provided an authentic lunch!

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Island Hopping in El Nido - Tour B

El Nido

The island hopping was probably the highlight of our trip!

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