El Nido
Dramatic Landscapes & Lagoon Adventures
El Nido captivates travelers with towering limestone cliffs, turquoise lagoons, and vibrant coral gardens. It serves as the gateway to the iconic Bacuit Archipelago.
Lagoon Hopping
Kayak through the Big and Small Lagoons, discovering hidden coves and serene emerald waters.
Island Escapes
Relax on Seven Commandos Beach, explore Secret Beach, or enjoy sunset cocktails in Corong-Corong.
With boutique resorts, beach bars, and endless adventures, El Nido is the ultimate playground for thrill-seekers and romantics alike.
Planning your time in El Nido
El Nido is the end of the road north: 5–6 hours by van from Puerto Princesa, about 3 from Port Barton, or a short flight into Lio Airport (every way to get here). Three or four nights is the usual stay — enough for two boat days, a beach day and a spare day for the weather.
What to book
The four standard island hopping tours each cover a different corner of Bacuit Bay: Tour A for the lagoons, Tour B for caves and the sandbar, Tour C for hidden beaches and Tour D for Cadlao's beaches — which to book and which to skip. Joining boats are the budget option; private boats set their own pace. On land, the Nacpan Beach and waterfalls tour fills a day off the water. Heading back south, the airport timing guide tells you which van makes your flight.
