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El Nido Guide Bacuit Bay · Palawan Thu 17 Sep 2026 28°C · overcast Seas moderate — tours running
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31 bookable experiences
48h free cancellation
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El Nido, island by island

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    01The Big Lagoon in El Nido Tour A is one of the most iconic stops in Palawan.
  • S-shaped white sandbar of Snake Island at low tide, El Nido
    02Snake Island's sandbar, uncovered at low tide.
  • Boats anchored off Entalula Island's beach with a lunch spread set up
    03Lunch set out on the beach at Entalula Island.
  • Helicopter Island, named for its shape from the water.
    04Helicopter Island, named for its shape from the water.
  • Secluded beach inside Secret Lagoon ringed by towering rocks, El Nido
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  • Hidden Beach, walled in by limestone.
    06Hidden Beach, walled in by limestone.
  • Golden sand and palm trees at Marimegmeg Beach, El Nido
    07Marimegmeg Beach, west of El Nido town.
  • Sunset over Bacuit Bay.
    08Sunset over Bacuit Bay.
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Read before you book

Twelve guides written from the ground, updated for 2026.
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Island-hopping tours

Four government-regulated routes. Same stops everywhere — the operator is the difference.
Kayaks on Seven Commando Beach, El Nido
Tour A

Lagoons & Beaches

Big and Small Lagoon, Seven Commando. The classic first day on the water.

from ₱1,600 / person
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Snake Island sandbar at low tide
Tour B

Caves & Sandbars

Snake Island sandbar, Cudugnon Cave, Pinagbuyutan. Quieter than A.

from ₱1,700 / person
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Hidden Beach cove ringed by limestone cliffs
Tour C

Hidden Beaches & Shrines

Hidden Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Helicopter Island. The photographer favourite.

from ₱1,800 / person
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Turquoise water of Cadlao Lagoon
Tour D

Islands & Wildlife

Cadlao Lagoon, Paradise Beach, Bulungan. Best snorkelling of the four.

from ₱1,600 / person
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Local experts

Every operator here is licensed, reviewed and paid direct.
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01El Nido Wheels Airport Drop & Pick-upTransport / transfers · 2 experiencesfrom ₱2,00002Atat TravelTour operator · 3 experiencesfrom ₱10003El Nido Surfing ExperienceActivity / adventure provider · 1 experiencefrom ₱2,80004El Nido Yachting ClubTour operator · 2 experiencesfrom ₱4,200
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Where the boats go

Four stops worth planning a day around.
Big LagoonSecret LagoonSnake IslandMaremegmeg Beach
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Traveller questions

The things people message us about before they book.
Booking
How do I book a tour?
Add it to your cart here and pay online — the booking goes straight to the operator, who confirms your slot and pick-up time by email within a few hours.
What payment methods work?
Cards, GCash and Maya online. On the ground, bring cash in small bills: town ATMs are limited and run dry on peak weekends.
Can I cancel?
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure on every tour listed here. If the coastguard suspends sailing, you are refunded in full or moved to another day.
Fees and documents
What is included in the price?
The boat, a licensed guide, snorkel gear, life jackets and the beach lunch. Kayak fees inside the lagoons are included on every tour listed here.
What travel documents do I need?
A valid ID for domestic flights and ferries. Foreign nationals need a passport valid six months beyond arrival.
Are prices per person?
Yes, unless a listing says per boat or per van. The price you see is the price you pay.
On the ground
What if my tour is cancelled?
The coastguard suspends sailing when the sea is rough. You are refunded in full or moved to another day, your choice.
How do I get around?
Tricycles in town, vans and rented scooters beyond it. Most of the town proper is walkable in fifteen minutes.
Where should I eat?
The BBQ market off Hama St. from six in the evening. Beachfront restaurants carry the sunset markup at ₱300–₱700.

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