Located in Southeast Asia, the Philippines is made up of more than 7,000 islands, each one more paradisiacal than the next. Postcard landscapes that will form the backdrop for the new season of Koh Lanta, which will begin on TF1 on Tuesday February 22.
The opportunity to discover this country, which still has many uncrowded places to explore, such as the Calamian Islands, where the game will take place.
The essentials of a trip to the Philippines
For a first trip to the Philippines, some places are unmissable. This is the case of the paradise island of Siargao, capital of surfing, with white sand beaches, lined with mangroves.
This is also the case of the island of Coron, with its jagged rocks, which seem planted in the sea or the Batanes islands, where a landscape seems to come straight from New Zealand. Without forgetting Manila, sprawling capital, with multiple influences, which deserves that we stop there for a few hours.
Traveling in the footsteps of Koh Lanta
If you want to retrace the steps of the filming of this new season of Koh Lanta, you will have to go to the province of Palawan, located in the west of the country.
Even though it is the least populated region of the country, it is still relatively easy to reach by ferry. From here you can reach the Calamian Islands, some of which have high standard accommodation.
Another solution to discover some of the islands of the region: the bivouac, offered by certain tourist agencies and allowing to approach the experience lived by the adventurers of Koh Lanta.
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What budget for a flight to the Philippines?
The best season to enjoy a trip to the Philippines remains March and April. During this period, the temperature decreases and the rains are less frequent.
You can find tickets from 580 € from Lyon or Geneva to travel in April. From Strasbourg, the cheapest fares are available from €610.
What budget should I plan for accommodation and transport?
The cost of living is low in the Philippines. You will therefore be able to stay throughout your trip for 20 € per day and per person, in establishments with basic comfort.
If you want to sleep in better quality hotels, count around 40 € per night. To get around, if you opt for public transport, count around ten euros for a long night journey by bus and around €12 for a ferry crossing to reach one of the many islands of this archipelago.