Philippines · EL NIDO TOURS
El Nido sells its bay as four numbered routes. Tour A is the lagoons, C is the hidden beaches, B and D fill in around them, and private bancas go where the crowds are not. These 15 compare the routes, the boats, the lunches and the prices.
El Nido Tour A in Bacuit Bay hits Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos Beach, and Big Lagoon kayaking, with lunch.
“Buddy is a great guide. The trip itself was wonderful with the big lagoon as the highlight”
El Nido Tour C links Hidden and Secret Beaches, Helicopter Island, and Matinloc Shrine, with snorkeling and lunch for about $29.
“Great tour! Definitely preferred tour A but glad we did this one as well. Guides were wonderful”
El Nido to Coron in 3 days, 2 nights with off-grid beach hut nights, pristine snorkelling, and fresh Filipino meals for $339 per person.
“From the very beginning, everything was extremely well organized. Each day, they thoroughly explained the activities and what to expect, which made the whole experience feel effortless. The crew was beyond helpful — friendly, attentive, and always making sure we were safe and having a great time. And the food. The food was delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and so much variety. Every meal was buffet-style with plenty of options, and everything tasted delicious. Honestly some of the best food I had during my time in Palawan. The islands, snorkeling spots, and overnight beach stays were absolutely breathtaking. Waking up to the sound of the ocean is just something else. No complaints…”
A social El Nido island-hopping day with Big Lagoon kayaking, included snorkeling, buffet lunch, and a rooftop pool party after.
“MCDADDY was the best guide! This tour was the greatest experience of my haqqy life 😌”
El Nido Tour D hits secret-feeling beaches and lagoons with swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking, plus Cadlao and Small Lagoon. 7 hours.
“My wife and I recently took Tour D in El Nido, and it was absolutely incredible! From start to finish, the experience was fantastic. Our tour guides were not only amazing but also incredibly informative, sharing fascinating facts about each location we visited. They were so friendly and made the day feel fun and relaxed. The scenery on this tour is breathtaking—every stop was more beautiful than the last. We explored hidden lagoons, stunning beaches, and unique rock formations. It's a must-do if you're in the area. We can't recommend it enough! A huge thanks to the entire team for a truly unforgettable day. We'll definitely be back for another…”
El Nido Tour B island hopping in Bacuit Bay: Popolkan snorkeling, WW2 cave stories, Cudognong and more, plus lunch. 6 hours.
“This tour was amazing! Tour guide Jake was a legend! Watch out for Jane though! Haha”
One-way 3-day island hopping from El Nido to Coron with snorkeling, kayaking, turtle watching, nipa hut nights, and Filipino meals.
“Everything was perfect! Such a good organisation, greate guides, delicious food, very nice accomodatio, competent captain, good vibe - I loved it!”
Jeepney adventure in El Nido with Bulalacao Falls swim, boodle fight lunch, Lio and Nacpan sunset drinks, and a pool party finale.
“We had a blast! Our guides were Amazing. My daughter had a bloody nose, our guide Leomar immediately took care of her. He grabbed his bandana soaked it in cold water & helped tie it on her head to help her cool down. Christine helped me along the hike up to the waterfall. I didn’t realize how difficult it would be but didn’t want to disappoint my daughter. Christine guided me the entire way to ensure I got to the falls safely. I was concerned about the return because of my bad knee (bone on bone) she said not to worry about it, Leomar will assist. He held my hand…”
El Nido Tour A is an 8-hour island-hopping day in Palawan with 7 Commando Beach, Big Lagoon kayaking, Shimizu snorkeling, and Secret Lagoon.
“fantastic tour and crew! The buffet was excellent too.”
El Nido Tour A hits 7 Commando Beach, Big Lagoon kayaking, Secret Lagoon, snorkeling, and a picnic lunch, with guide and gear included.
“was alot of fun and the tour guide is very friendly and funny..thank you”
El Nido Tour A packs Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Payong-Payong, and 7 Commando into an 8-hour shared day with lunch and boat transfers.
“Väldigt bra buffe, häftiga stränder och en bra helgdag.”
Shared island hopping Tour C in El Nido with snorkeling at Helicopter Island, Hidden and Secret Beaches, plus buffet lunch.
Private El Nido Tour A with your own boat, covering Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island turtles, and great snorkeling for $135.
“It was great! Crew were friendly and wanted us to have a good time! Was good to have your own space and take in the beauty in peace”
Private El Nido island hopping in Bacuit Bay with a licensed guide, Filipino buffet lunch, kayaking and snorkeling at lagoons A to D.
“A really amazing trip with a great boat, crew and guide Paul. We enjoyed some of the prettiest places we’ve ever travelled to. It was relaxed, comfortable and a really great experience! Highly recommend!”
Sail El Nido’s limestone islands on the Seacret catamaran, visit Big Lagoon and Hidden Beach, enjoy lunch at a private beach, and get photo-ready.
“This review’s super late (sorry!), but this boat tour was unforgettable. We did it about a year ago and still talk about it. Our guide was absolutely amazing — he showed us the best snorkelling spots, made us feel totally at ease, and honestly felt more like a friend than a guide. He even took loads of photos of us, so we barely had to touch our phones. If you’re thinking of booking, do it. Worth every second.”
Pick the island first. The boat sorts itself out.
