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Resort

Getting here

YOUR JOURNEY TO SMILE

From the airport, across the sea,
all the way to Smile

Smile Resort is in Palangan, Puerto Galera. Travel overland from Manila to Batangas, cross by boat, then continue to the resort.

  1. 01Manila AirportArrival · meeting
  2. 02BatangasRoad transfer · port
  3. 03Puerto GaleraCrossing · arrival port
  4. 04Smile ResortArrive in Palangan
Start by sharing your flight details.

Your local arrival date, time and terminal determine the transfer plan. Confirm the final available sailing with the team before departure.

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01

Airport arrival & meeting

Immigration → baggage claim → agreed meeting point

Flight and terminal
Send your flight number and local arrival time. Tell the team if the terminal or timing changes.
Meeting instructions
After immigration and baggage collection, follow your current meeting instructions. Use the agreed exit and meeting point.
If you cannot find the driver
Check your terminal and exit number, then contact the team. Share your location before moving to a different meeting point.
02

From the airport to Batangas

Road transfer · check the departure port

Passengers and luggage
Share adult and child numbers and large luggage, including dive equipment. Confirm vehicle arrangements, cost and inclusions before booking.
Use the correct departure port
Regular ferries and separately arranged boats may depart from different places. Follow the exact port and terminal in your booking instructions.
Allow a buffer
Traffic and airport processing affect road timing. Discuss a realistic connection instead of planning a sailing immediately after landing.
03

Crossing to Mindoro

Batangas → Puerto Galera

Sailing and arrival port
Check the operator, departure time and arrival port on your ticket or instructions. The last transfer depends on where you arrive.
Sailing conditions
The tourism office gives approximately 1–1.5 hours depending on vessel and destination. Actual conditions and your operator’s instructions take priority.
Fares and local charges
Confirm fares, baggage rules and whether port or environmental charges are included. Ask separately about availability and pricing for a private boat.
04

Arrival at Smile Resort

Arrival port → Palangan Smile Resort

Contact us on arrival
Meet your arranged contact at the agreed location. If travelling independently, send the arrival port and expected arrival time.
Show the correct destination
Your destination is Palangan Smile Resort. Use the map location in Palangan when arranging the final transfer.
LATE ARRIVAL

Late arrivals & cancellations

A late arrival or cancellation may require waiting for the next service. Discuss any waiting, accommodation and additional transfer costs before travelling.

INDEPENDENT TRAVEL

Travelling independently

Take a bus or vehicle from Manila to Batangas, then a service to Puerto Galera. Check your arrival port and arrange the final journey to Palangan.

Official transport guide ↗
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

Your pickup checklist

Include these details in your booking request.

  • ✓Flight number · arrival terminal
  • ✓Local arrival date · time
  • ✓Guest count · large luggage · dive equipment
  • ✓Reachable KakaoTalk ID · phone number
Request a stay and transfer →

Palangan Smile Resort

Palangan, Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, Philippines

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Reservation & transfer enquiries · 010-3884-2825 / +63 945 613 8890