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Northern Palawan

Welcome to El Nido

4.9· 455 reviewsEl Nido, Palawan

El Nido sits at the northern tip of mainland Palawan, facing the Bacuit Archipelago — a scatter of limestone islands, hidden lagoons and powder-white beaches. Days here are spent on outrigger boats, drifting between lagoons and snorkelling over shallow reefs before returning to town for sunset.

Top Experiences & Best Things To Do

  • Big Lagoon
  • Small Lagoon
  • Secret Lagoon
  • Seven Commandos Beach
  • Nacpan Beach
  • Shimizu Island
  • Taraw Cliff viewpoint

Activities

Island hoppingKayakingSnorkelingBeach hoppingSunset cruises

Popular Tours in El Nido

Nacpan Beach Tour
Land Tours

A relaxed day on El Nido's famous four-kilometre beach

El Nido, Palawan5–6 hours
From₱1,500/ person
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Canopy Walk
Land Tours

Elevated walkway with views over town and Bacuit Bay

El Nido, Palawan2–3 hours
From₱700/ person
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El Nido Private Tour A
Private Island Hopping

Your own boat for Tour A. Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island & Seven Commandos

El Nido, Palawan8–9 hours
From₱10,500for 2 guests
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+₱1,600 per additional guest

El Nido Private Tour B
Private Island Hopping

Your own boat for Tour B. Caves, islands, lagoons and unforgettable snorkeling

El Nido, Palawan8 hours
From₱10,500for 2 guests
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+₱1,600 per additional guest

El Nido Private Tour C
Private Island Hopping

Your own boat for Tour C. Helicopter Island, Matinloc Shrine, Secret Beach & Star Beach

El Nido, Palawan8–9 hours
From₱10,500for 2 guests
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+₱1,600 per additional guest

El Nido Private Tour D
Private Island Hopping

Your own boat for Tour D. Cadlao Lagoon, Ipil Beach, Paradise Beach & Bukal Island

El Nido, Palawan7–8 hours
From₱10,500for 2 guests
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+₱1,600 per additional guest

El Nido Combined Tour A & D
Combined Private Tours

Private Tour A & D · 12,500 pesos for two guests.

El Nido, PalawanSchedule to be confirmed
From₱12,500for 2 guests
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+₱2,100 per additional guest

El Nido Combined Tour C & B
Combined Private Tours

Private Tour C & B · 13,500 pesos for two guests.

El Nido, PalawanSchedule to be confirmed
From₱13,500for 2 guests
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+₱2,100 per additional guest

El Nido Combined Tour A & C
Combined Private Tours

Private Tour A & C · 13,500 pesos for two guests.

El Nido, PalawanSchedule to be confirmed
From₱13,500for 2 guests
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+₱2,500 per additional guest

El Nido Combined Tour B & D
Combined Private Tours

Private Tour B & D · 13,500 pesos for two guests.

El Nido, PalawanSchedule to be confirmed
From₱13,500for 2 guests
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Additional guest rate pending

Where To Stay

El Nido Town for easy access to boats and restaurants, Corong-Corong for quieter sunsets, or Nacpan for a beachfront escape.

Getting There

Fly into Lio Airport (ENI) or take a 5–6 hour van transfer from Puerto Princesa. We arrange private transfers on both routes.

Best Time To Visit

November – May, when seas are calm and skies are clear.

Region

Northern Palawan, Palawan

Travel Tips

  • • Book Tour A and Tour C on separate days to avoid rushing.
  • • Bring reef-safe sunscreen and a dry bag.
  • • Environmental fees are collected locally and are valid for 10 days.

Location

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El Nido, Northern Palawan