The Philippines · TAAL VOLCANO TOURS
A volcano in a lake on an island in a lake, two hours south of the capital when the traffic is kind. These 14 cover the Tagaytay ridge viewpoints and the lake trips, with pickup times that beat the southbound queue.
Full-day Tagaytay Ridge and Taal views plus Manila’s Intramuros and Rizal stops, with lunch and a small-group guide for $160.
“The guide and drivers were very nice, patient, the knew about every part ir the tour. I was punctually picked up at the hotel. And was also back at the time scheduled. I really recommend it.”
Small-group Taal Volcano day tour from Manila with Tagaytay viewpoints and a Taal Lake bangka boat ride. Transfers, tickets, AC.
“Highlights Taal active volcano Ambon Ambon falls Stone church Andrei and Gerald were fantastic local knowledgeable guides for the tour and very obliging. We caught it from Anya Resort, so did not have to go all the way from Manila. There were just 6 of us on the tour which made it a very intimate experience. The Taal Lake boat ride took us close to the Taal Island in the middle of the lake, however unfortunately tourists are no longer allowed to walk on the island. The Ambon Ambon falls were the real highlight as got to walk up the stream and then swim under the waterfall with the locals.…”
Paddle rafting to Pagsanjan Falls and Taal Volcano views from Manila, plus optional Volcano Island boat ride and a cave swim.
“Excellent way to see surrounding areas and spend a very pleasant day. Guide was first rate.”
Private 7-hour Tagaytay Highlands and Taal Volcano tour with Marvin, scenic viewpoints, farm fruit tastings, and optional lake boat ride.
“This was an exceptional opportunity to get out of the crazy busy city and see how the surrounding towns and countryside live day to day. Our tour guide Marvin was absolutely perfect! His English was perfect for us to understand all the details. We stopped at a fresh fruit stand, which was awesome because we travel the world and it's always a little bit of a risk, where you stop. Marvin knew this vendor and the guy was fantastic and the fruit so good. Going up to the Skypark gave you a 360 panoramic layout of the land and was really well worth the time. The lake tour around Taal…”
Manila and Tagaytay in one full day, with Taal Volcano views, Intramuros history, and a included lunch plus hotel pickup and drop-off.
“A great way to see Manila and learn the history of the city and the Philippines in general! The volcano was really cool and the lunch spot had an incredible view. Probably better than the Palace in the Sky did, but the Palace in the Sky did have sRead more”
Private 2-in-1 tour from Manila to Taal Volcano views and Pagsanjan Falls rafting, with hotel pickup, small-group pacing, and flexible plans.
“Pagsanjan Falls was the highlight of the tour for me. The canoe ride up the river in the lush canyon was beautiful. Going under the falls was a cool unique experience. The weather wasn't good for the optional boat tour by Taal Volcano. Only in the morning do the boat operators find out if they can go out that day. The tour guide, Daniel, was informative and kind. He answered my many questions about the Philippines and gave me guidance on how to get across the city using oublic transport and Jeepneys. During the drive to Taal Volcano, we stopped at a Starbucks to grab food and use the bathroom.…”
5-hour Taal Volcano and Lake boat tour from Manila with Tagaytay ridge stops, close views of steaming crater island, and eruption context.
“Dear Allan . Thanks so much for your kindness and your great tour organisation for the tagaytay boat trip . You are a great asset to your company and to the philipino people's. The tour started by collection from the lobby but be sure to wait outside not inside like us. Then we headed out early with lots of info about the tour .The boat trip was good and the viewing point excellent. The highlight was the boat tour , Allan and also the buko pie he bought for us to share . A humble thanks to you Allan . Book this tour . you won't be disappointed.”
Boat cruise on Lake Taal, a hike to secret waterfalls, and a Catholic cave church on a small-group Manila day trip.
“This tour is not fancy if that is what you are looking for, but it is authentic and provides you a real glimpse into the way that many people in the Philippines live. The tour guides were kind, knowledgeable and helpful. The boat ride and the waRead more”
Early Manila-to-Batangas adventure: ride upstream in a canoe to Pagsanjan Falls, tour Tagaytay and Taal Volcano, then head back at day’s end.
“Travel agency sent us a guide who was not prepared for the tour. Did minimal guiding and slept through most part of the journey. He was not aware of what was included in the tour and had to call his boss several times to verify. Was disappointed that Viator worked with such sub-standard agent.”
Day trip from Manila to Tagaytay and Taal Volcano with a small group, hotel pickup, and Taal Heritage Village time included.
“Very poor experience. Late pick-up (45 minutes), tour guide asleep in the car, car ride extremely bumpy and nauseating. Spent 80% of the time in the car. Only stopped to take scenery photos or see a couple of churches. No lunch plans (even to pay for our own). Definitely do NOT recommend.”
Early door-to-door Taal Volcano trip from Manila, jeepney to People’s Park ruins, then a 2-hour boat loop around the steaming island.
“The boat tour around the island was amazing! Our guide was very informative about the history of the volcano. Our driver was very kind and respectful.”
Tagaytay day tour from Manila with panoramic Taal Volcano views, fresh fruit stops, Orlina glass museum, and a 360 view at Mount Mungsay.
“We are Filipino-American couple visiting Manila and I’m so glad I booked this tour with Mari. She treats you like a family, took care of us and took us to places with the best views of taal volcano. We opted for a boat tour around the taal lake. Read more”
Private Taal Volcano shore trip from Manila to Tagaytay with Museo Orlina, Peoples Park, farm tour, jeepney sights, lunch, pickup.
“It was a cloudy day when we went to Tagaytay, so we could not see Taal Volcano very well; nevertheless, we had a pleasant time visiting a local organic farm and glass museum.”
Private Tagaytay day trip with Taal Lake cruise, Jeepney ride to Palace in the Sky, Puzzle Mansion and Orlina glass, plus buko pie.
Pick the island first. The kind of day sorts itself out after that.
