Budget Travel Philippines

Average Daily Expenses

(Per Person)

This typical travel budget for Philippines is an aggregation of travel expenses from real travelers. This will give you an idea of how much money you will need during your visit.

Daily Cost	PHP 2, 721.62
Accommodation1	PHP 1, 532.30
Food2	PHP 437.45
Water2	PHP 65.81
Local Transportation1	PHP 308.29
Entertainment1	PHP 1, 746.82
Communication2	PHP 18.34
Tips and Handouts1	PHP 88.07
Intercity Transportation1	PHP 579.15
Souvenirs1	PHP 98.62
Scams, Robberies, and Mishaps1	PHP 68.14
Alcohol2	PHP 159.81

The Philippines is an island nation in Southeast Asia, and it includes over 7, 000 islands. It has a beautiful coastline and friendly people, and, because of Spanish colonization, is considered to be Asia's largest Catholic country. The country is quite diverse with over one hundred different ethnic groups, a large international influence, and a Spanish/Latin twist. It makes for a very interesting take on Asian culture, combined with a beautiful, tropical destination. It has some great opportunities for scuba diving, wildlife spotting, and festival viewing. There are also countless opportunities to enjoy adventure sports while you're in the country. Whatever your interest, the Philippines likely has an activity or attraction that appeals to you.

The climate in the Philippines is tropical and the hottest months are between March and May. In June the rains start and this lasts through October when strong typhoons are possible. The coolest months are between November and February. Probably the best time to visit is between the middle of January and the end of February when the weather is at its coolest and the area is dry. Whenever you decide to visit the Philippines you can expect sudden weather changes. As an island nation the weather can be highly unpredictable so come prepared for anything.

The Philippines are divided into three major island groups. Luzon is the northernmost part of the country and is the economic and political center. It's also where you will find the country's capital city of Manila. The country's best beaches are on the middle islands, known as Visayas. This is the area with the richest biodiversity and the best wildlife. To the south is the Mindanao. This is where you find most of the indigenous culture in the Philippines.

The Philippines is a cheap travel destination, even by Southeast Asian standards. Some hotels may be more expensive than you would expect, but as a whole it is a very affordable travel destination. You may decide to take some domestic flights to explore the area. These are reasonably priced but there are often more affordable alternatives if you do some research. Food in the Philippines is very cheap, particularly if you dine at local establishments. Street food is always an affordable option as well.