4-Day El Nido Island-Hopping Tour with Big Lagoon and Hidden Beach

4 Days Round trip from Airport Arrival Area Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Big Lagoon's iconic turquoise waters framed by dramatic limestone cliffs
  • 02 Enjoy a peaceful kayaking experience through the beautiful limestone passage of Small Lagoon
  • 03 Discover Secret Lagoon, a hidden natural pool tucked within towering rock formations
  • 04 Snorkel around Shimizu Island, a popular stop with clear waters and marine scenery
  • 05 Visit Hidden Beach, a secluded beach paradise surrounded by impressive karst formations
  • 06 See Helicopter Island, known for its distinctive helicopter-like silhouette

Spend 4 days in El Nido with airport transfers, relaxed beach time, and two full days of island-hopping to some of the area's most iconic lagoons and islands. After arrival and hotel check-in, enjoy free time to unwind at El Nido Beach or explore the town's restaurants and shops at your own pace. Your trip includes Island-Hopping Tour A and Tour C, with stops such as Big Lagoon, Small Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Hidden Beach, and Helicopter Island, subject to local operating conditions. Breakfast is included daily, with lunch provided during both island-hopping tours, followed by an easy departure transfer on the final day.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City El Nido
Languages English, Filipino

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in El Nido and Free Time

Arrival at the airport and meet-up with the transfer representative.

Private/shared transfer to the hotel, subject to the confirmed arrangement.

Hotel check-in at 2:00 PM.

Enjoy free time at El Nido Beach or explore nearby restaurants and shops.

2
Day 02

Island-Hopping Tour A

Breakfast at the hotel.

Proceed to Tour A, featuring the Big Lagoon, Small Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, and other designated stops, subject to local operating conditions.

Lunch during the island-hopping tour.

Return to town and enjoy free time.

3
Day 03

Island-Hopping Tour C

Breakfast at the hotel.

Proceed to Tour C, featuring highlights such as Hidden Beach, Helicopter Island, and other designated stops, subject to local operating conditions.

Lunch during the island-hopping tour.

Return to town and enjoy free time.

4
Day 04

Departure from El Nido

Breakfast at the hotel.

Free time, depending on your flight schedule.

Hotel check-out by 12:00 PM, or earlier if required by your flight time.

Transfer to the airport for departure.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Airport Arrival Area 1 city · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 3 nights' hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
  • Round-trip airport transfers
  • El Nido Island-Hopping Tour A with lunch
  • El Nido Island-Hopping Tour C with lunch
  • Island-hopping boat and standard life vest
  • Tour guide/coordinator assistance
  • Environmental fee (standard applicable fee)

What's Not Included

  • International/domestic airfare
  • Eco-Tourism Development Fee (ETDF): ₱400 per person
  • Kayak rental: approximately ₱300-₱500 per kayak, subject to the operator's rate
  • Lagoon entrance/access fees and kayak-related fees, where applicable
  • Tips and other personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hotel Lobby
Tour start
Airport Arrival Area
End of the journey

Your 4 days run from Airport Arrival Area to Airport Arrival Area.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $560.00 — $700.00
Double Sharing $364.75 — $555.25
Triple Sharing $332.80 — $510.90

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