Philippines · Island Hopping Tours

3D2N El Nido Experience

3 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Puerto Princesa City. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 3-day El Nido getaway from Puerto Princesa
  • 02 Shared island hopping adventure in Bacuit Bay
  • 03 Visit Big Lagoon and Secret Lagoon
  • 04 Relax at 7 Commandos Beach and Payong-Payong Beach
  • 05 Travel by air-conditioned van between Puerto Princesa and El Nido
  • 06 Breakfast, lunch, transfers, and fees included

Make the most of a short escape to El Nido with this 3-day experience combining overland transfers, accommodation, and a full-day island hopping adventure in Bacuit Bay. It’s a convenient way to enjoy one of the Philippines’ most celebrated coastal destinations without planning every detail yourself.

Travel from Puerto Princesa to El Nido by air-conditioned van, spend the night in town, and head out to explore some of the area’s best-known island sights, including Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, 7 Commandos Beach, and Payong-Payong Beach. With breakfast, lunch, transfers, and fees included, this trip is designed for a smooth and scenic getaway.

Miniloc Island’s Secret Lagoon (also Hidden Lagoon) is actually an open secret, and a very popular one at that.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Puerto Princesa, El Nido
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Puerto Princesa, proceed to El NidoOur airport representative will meet you to drop you off at your van going to El Nido. Exact time of departure depends on the actual time of arrival of the other guests who will be coming with you as well.You'll be traveling comfortably via an air-conditioned van to this idyllic resort town, located some 160 miles from Puerto Princesa City Airport. The travel time is about 6 hours but stops can be made along the way for restroom breaks and quick meals.Overnight Accommodation at a 2-star hotel in El Nido

2
Day 02

Full-day Island Hopping in El NidoBig Lagoon is dotted with dark limestone cliffs. The entrance to the lagoon has shallow water, but the emerald color of the water indicates the deeper areas. Enjoy the view!Miniloc Island’s Secret Lagoon (also Hidden Lagoon) is actually an open secret, and a very popular one at that. Concealed behind the towering karst cliffs, the Secret Lagoon seems like a precious masterpiece that the dark limestone walls need to protect at all cost. If it’s your first time in El Nido, make sure you don’t miss this one.Simizu Island, also called Shimizu Island, is one of the numerous islands dotting Bacuit Bay in El Nido, Palawan. This small island is part of the El Nido Island Hopping Tour A package, so it can get crowded during midday.The 7 Commandos Beach is part of El Nido Island Hopping Tour A. Its long sloping stretch of fine sand and coconut trees welcome the guests after a long day of island hopping. It is yet to be confirmed how the beach got its name, but one consistent story is that of the 7 soldiers who got stranded here during WWII. Whether that story is true or not, the important thing is happily spending your much-deserved holiday here before marching back to work.Payong-Payong Beach is one of the popular white-sand beaches on Miniloc Island. Here, you can either get the thrill of swimming amidst the strong waves or just savor the chill vibe of splashing around gentle waves.Overnight Accommodation at a 2-star hotel in El Nido

3
Day 03

Travel back to Puerto Princesa for departureThis is your third and last day. You'll head back to Puerto Princesa to catch your flight back home. Travel time is about 6 hours so, make sure that you've booked an afternoon flight so you won't have to wake up too early.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Puerto Princesa City. 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Local guide
  • Local taxes
  • Environmental fees
  • National Park fees
  • Round-trip Puerto Princesa City Airport transfers

What's Not Included

  • Meals not specified
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Once booked, fees are non-refundable
  • • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • Please include your complete flight details when booking so we can monitor your arrival and departure Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
  • Please advise us of your exact arrival and departure times so we can arrange your hotel transfers

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Puerto Princesa City.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Puerto Princesa City.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Puerto Princesa City..

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