El Nido

Situated in Bacuit Bay, El Nido, covering a land area of 465.1 square kilometres in the northernmost tip of mainland Palawan, is bordered by the Linapacan Strait in the north, the Sulu Sea in the east, and the South China Sea in the west. It is composed of 45 islands and islets, best known for its white sand beaches, and laid back, tropical island vibe. You will be mesmerised by the stunning coral reefs, myriad of marine life, staggering limestone cliffs, mysterious caves, and diverse variety of wildlife. 

 

Things to do

• Island Hopping

• Hire a kayak and discover secret beaches

• Rent a motorbike and explore the north of Palawan

• Explore awesome dive spots

• Caves exploration

• Windsurfing

• Zip-line between islands

• Hike Taraw Cliff

 

How to get there

The most common way to get to El Nido is by taking a flight from Manila to Puerto Princesa, and then a van from Puerto Princesa to El Nido for 5-6 hours. The fastest option is to fly directly from Manila to El Nido (Lio Airport) with Airswift for 1 hour and 20 minutes.