Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island & Seven Commandos




Northern Palawan
Welcome to El Nido
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
Popular Tours in El Nido
Caves, islands, lagoons and unforgettable snorkeling
Helicopter Island, Matinloc Shrine, Secret Beach & Star Beach
Cadlao Lagoon, Ipil Beach, Paradise Beach & Bukal Island
Private SUV or van with hotel and airport pickup
Affordable air-conditioned shared van transfer
A relaxed day on El Nido's famous four-kilometre beach
Canopy Walk
4.7Elevated walkway with views over town and Bacuit Bay
Your own boat for Tour A. Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island & Seven Commandos
+₱1,600 per additional guest
Your own boat for Tour B. Caves, islands, lagoons and unforgettable snorkeling
+₱1,600 per additional guest
Your own boat for Tour C. Helicopter Island, Matinloc Shrine, Secret Beach & Star Beach
+₱1,600 per additional guest
Your own boat for Tour D. Cadlao Lagoon, Ipil Beach, Paradise Beach & Bukal Island
+₱1,600 per additional guest
Private Tour A & D · 12,500 pesos for two guests.
+₱2,100 per additional guest
Private Tour C & B · 13,500 pesos for two guests.
+₱2,100 per additional guest
Private Tour A & C · 13,500 pesos for two guests.
+₱2,500 per additional guest
Private Tour B & D · 13,500 pesos for two guests.
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
Travelbooks El Nido
El Nido, Northern Palawan







