Palawan, Philippines · 11.2°, 119.41°
El Nido
Lagoons, limestone & island hopping
Sample listingEl Nido is a gateway to Bacuit Bay, a scatter of towering limestone islands, secret lagoons and white-sand beaches. Days here are measured in boat trips, swims and the colour of the water.
Back on the mainland, long beaches like Nacpan offer room to breathe, and the town comes alive in the evening with seafood grills and live music.
Local highlights
- Island-hopping tours across Bacuit Bay
- Kayaking in the Big and Small Lagoons
- Nacpan Beach, a long, quiet stretch of sand
- Sunsets from Las Cabanas
Stays here
Things to do
Good to know
- Currency
- Philippine peso (PHP)
- Environmental fee
- Visitors to the protected area pay an eco-tourism fee — your boat operator will explain
- Cash
- Carry some cash; card acceptance can be limited
Getting there
- Nearest airports
- El Nido (Lio) Airport (ENI)
Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS), with onward road transfer - Ferry connections
- Seasonal ferries link El Nido with Coron. Schedules vary with weather and season.
- Local transport
- Tricycles are the main way to get around town. Vans and private transfers connect El Nido with Puerto Princesa.
- Seasonal considerations
- The calmest seas are usually between about November and May. Boat trips may be cancelled in rough weather for safety.
