Christmas Romance with Whale Sharks and Fireflies

Christmas Romance with Whale Sharks and Fireflies

Start:	Dec 26, '09 8:00p
End:	Dec 29, '09 05:00a
Location:	Donsol, Sorsogon, Bicol

DONSOL Whale Sharks Encounter, Mangrove Tree Planting
Romancing with the Fire Fly and Albay/Legaspi
Albay Legaspi Bicol Eco Tour 2009

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For decades, the seafaring native of Donsol, Sorsogon have been living in the company of the Butandings – huge, gentle whale sharks that live in great numbers offshore. In a still-unexplained natural phenomenon, droves of these rare animals appear in the waters off this town during the summer months in Sorsogon.

Get the chance to swim with the gentle giant whale sharks found in Donsol, Sorsogon. FYI: they are vegetarian, promise. Then, row your way and enjoy the magnificent view of nipas and trees in Bicol river, understanding the fresh water ecosystem, that attracts the shark whales. And experience the magical sights of thousands of fireflies dancing, flickering and romancing making the trees glow in the dark. And get to wonder at the majestic Mayon Volcano in Albay.

Itinerary:
Day 0 Dec 26 Sat 8 pm Bus Terminal
Day 1 Dec 27 Sun 4 am ETA Legaspi City, proceed to Donsol, Sorsogon for the whale
shark interaction. Enjoy the rare experience of swimming along with the whale sharks as they feed. Some are bigger than your boat! During the peak season, you wouldn’t know where to look because several whale sharks may appear at the same time.

3 pm Mangrove Tree Planting, Firefly watch in Donsol River. The river (source of the plankton that serves as food for the whale sharks) abounds with mangroves inhabited by fireflies. Along the way to the firefly sanctuary, you will see fishermen at work.
Sea Food Dinner Buffet beside the river.

Day 2 Dec 28 Mon Whole day tour of Albay : Cagsawa Ruins, Phivolcs Observatory,
communities covered by lahar, Mayon Skyline Park on the shoulder of the
volcano, shopping in handicraft shops in Legazpi City. Overnite in Legazpi City

Day 3 Dec 29 Tues 6am Estimated Time of Arrival in Manila

Package Rate
P 6,500/pax (Oct);
P 6,999/pax (Nov);
P 7,999/pax (Dec if there are still seats available)

Inclusive of
• Round Trip Aircon Bus from Manila to Legaspi
• Round Trip Aircon Van from Legaspi to Donsol and back
• 2days/1night Aircon Accommodation (4pax sharing)
• Daily Breakfast
• Seafood Buffet Dinner
• Boat for the Whale Watching, crew, guide
• Life Vest
• Registration fee and permit for the Whale Shark Encounter
• Paddle Boat for the Fire Fly Tour and paddler
• Albay/Legaspi Tour
• Souvenir Certificate

Exclusions:
1.) Baggage handling, personal amenities, water sports gear ( e.g. snorkel, mask and flippers used in WS interaction are for rent in the registration venue)
2.) Extra interaction guide (P500/guide)
3.) Lunch and Dinner
4.) Pasalubong

Notes
Upgrades to twin room sharing Plus P750
For Foreigners, please add P 200/person for the registration
Rate is subject to change with out prior notice

Carpe Diem and GOD Bless

Violet