bigtravelbuzzIsland hopping in El Nido is a must in the Philippines. Take a boat tour along the breathtaking lagoons and paradise islands of Bacuit Bay. The protected bay is home to 45 islands that make it one of the world’s most beautiful travel destinations. There are four types of El Nido Island Hopping Tours, all of which allow you to tour different islands. Read on for everything you need to know about El Nido Tours. El Nido Island Hopping Tour AD
All of our highly rated island hopping tours include drinking water, snorkel gear, kayaks, the new green tax (2019) and a delicious beachside lunch. Lunch usually consists of fish and chicken, rice, eggplant salad and freshly cut fruit.
El Nido Tour A
Island Hopping Tour A circles Miniloc Island. Discover the Secret Lagoon, go kayaking in the charming and popular Big Lagoon, have lunch at Shimizu Island, and watch the sunset at 7 Commando Beach.
cost: 1200 – 2200PHP/person. (~$23-$42)
El Nido Tour B
Sail to the white sandbar called Snake Island, Entalura Island, the cinematic Pinagbuyutan Island, the Cathedral and the Caves of Kudu Nyon.
cost: 1200 – 1600PHP/person. (~$23-$31)
Useful information:
Due to new environmental directives, all combination and party boat rides are prohibited.
El Nido Tour C
Discover Hidden and Secret Beaches, snorkel at Matinloc Shrine, and explore stunning Tapiutan Island and Helicopter Island. You have a very good chance of seeing sea turtles on this tour in the Philippines. cost:
1200 – 1700PHP/person. (~$23-$33)
Please be careful:
The El Nido Island Hopping Tour is non-smoking.
El Nido Tour D
Swim in the popular Little Lagoon, beach hop (for snorkeling) around Cadlao Island, visit Pasandigan Cove, Nat Nat Beach and Bukal Island. cost:
1200 – 1500PHP/person. (~$23-$30)
El Nido Private Island Hopping Tour
A private boat is the best way to experience El Nido’s Bacuit Bay. You can avoid all the tourists and combine the above places to create your own tour.This has a price but is 100% value for money. Book a private tour with ArtCafe.
Best island hopping tour in El Nido
Which of the following El Nido tours should you book? A few years before, Tour A and Tour C were the most popular, however, with recent changes to reduce environmental impact, all tours are equally impressive.Personally, I would recommend including Tour A, B, or D in your travel guide for the Philippines .
Where can I book the El Nido Island Hopping Tour?
New regulations for 2019 allow a limited number of people to enter Bacuit Bay per day. We recommend booking at least 2 days in advance to ensure a seat. There are a few things to consider when booking your El Nido boat tour.
Don’t aim for the lowest price! The cheapest tours will get you a full boat as you will be mixed up with another group. The quality of these tours cannot be guaranteed.
You can’t bring in plastic bottles, so prepare drinking water.
Please check if your tour includes environmental tax. (200PHP) – February 2019
Check to see if snorkel gear and kayaks are included.
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