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El Nido Island Hopping Day Tour from Puerto Princesa City

19 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in El Nido. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day El Nido island-hopping tour from Puerto Princesa
  • 02 Visit famous beaches, islands, and lagoons in Bacuit Bay
  • 03 Swim and snorkel in clear waters off El Nido’s islands
  • 04 See dramatic karst cliffs and white-sand beaches
  • 05 Kayak rental and snorkeling equipment included
  • 06 Round-trip shared transfers from selected Puerto Princesa hotels
  • 07 Environmental fees and Big Lagoon user’s fee included

Enjoy a full-day island-hopping adventure in El Nido even if you are staying in Puerto Princesa. This long but rewarding day trip takes you to some of El Nido’s best-known beaches, lagoons, and snorkeling spots, with round-trip shared transfers included for added convenience.

Spend the day exploring the beauty of Bacuit Bay, from white-sand beaches and dramatic limestone cliffs to clear waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling. With environmental fees, Big Lagoon user’s fee, kayak rental, and snorkeling equipment included, this experience is a convenient way to discover El Nido’s coastal highlights in a single day.

Spend the day exploring the beauty of Bacuit Bay, from white-sand beaches and dramatic limestone cliffs to clear waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 19 Hours
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

A premium stop in El Nido. Entry is not guaranteed but we will do our best so you can get clearance. If it is no longer possible to visit this lagoon, we will swap it with a different destination. Only 500 people are allowed to enter so, early booking is encouraged.One of the numerous islands dotting Bacuit Bay in El Nido, Palawan. As this is a popular spot, it may get crowded during the day. A snorkeling area is located just off the island.Another popular white-sand beach 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.A very popular beach on Tour A. Concealed behind the towering karst cliffs, the Secret Beach seems like a precious masterpiece that the dark limestone walls need to protect at all cost.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.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in El Nido. 2 cities · 19 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Use of Snorkel Masks and Breathing Tube
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only, within 5 kilometers of Puerto Princesa Airport)
  • Local guide
  • Round-trip shared transfer
  • Php 400 Eco-Tourism Development Fee for El Nido local government
  • Php 200 User's Fee for the Big Lagoon
  • Kayak rental

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Meals

Know before you go

  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not recommended for participants with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Towels and toiletries for showering are not included. Please bring your own personal items.
  • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
  • The listed price does not include a $80 van transfer surcharge, payable at the time of tour check-in if your hotel is not in downtown Puerto Princesa. The van transfer surcharge is required by our local supplier and is not within our control.
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers regardless of age.
  • Pick up and drop off is included for guests staying within 5 kilometers of Puerto Princesa City Airport.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in El Nido.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in El Nido.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 19 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in El Nido..

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