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Top 6 day trips things to do in El Nido

When El Nido is your base but the destination is somewhere else for the day. Fully-organised round trips with private transport, guides, and the reservations sorted before you leave the hotel.

  1. Puerto Princesa 2in1 City Tour with Museum sightseeing excursion, El Nido1

    1. Puerto Princesa 2in1 City Tour with Museum sightseeing excursion

    Uncover history and culture in a half day tour in Puerto Princesa City. Travel back in time on this half-day tour in Puerto Princesa City. On this tour you will visit bakers hill, mitra ranch, butterfly garden binuatan creations, palawan wildlife and rescue center. Puerto Princesa hotel pickup and drop-off included if your hotel is within the main center. Visit museum and learn more about palawans heritage . A visit to a butterfly garden bakers hill, mitra ranch, binuatan and souvenir shopping. Round-trip hotel transport by comfortable, air-conditioned van is included this is a Great tour for history buffs! with visits to the museum. Visit sustainable tourism site where locals make handwoven products from grass fibers. For guests arrving from cruise ship please inform us to arrange pick up.

  2. Discover Scuba diving in El Nido, El Nido2

    2. Discover Scuba diving in El Nido

    5.0· 4 reviews· 7 hours

    Discover scuba diving (DSD) is a quick and easy way to explore the underwater world as a complete beginner. The whole experience will be conducted by certified professionals in a safe and secure environment. DSD is an experience is for everyone (the participant must be physically fit reasonably) which means no any previous experience or certification is required! A day before the excursion, you will meet the crew for the orientation and paperwork (at 5 PM). In the next day morning, we will begin the real adventure. First, you will learn the confined water skills under the supervision and instructions of the professionals and then we will ride our boat for the adventure with the confidence. During the diving sessions, you can expect a focused and undivided attention of our staff with a maximum of four certified divers per divemaster or two students per instructor because your safety and comfort are the most important things to us. During the experience lunch will be also provided.

  3. Underground River w/ Private Van from El Nido and back to El Nido, El Nido3

    3. Underground River w/ Private Van from El Nido and back to El Nido

    5.0· 1 reviews· 15 hours

    The Private Underground River Day Tour with Lunch from El Nido, ending at El Nido, provides a unique way to explore the Puerto Princesa Underground River while traveling onward to El Nido. This tour includes hotel pickup in Puerto Princesa, entrance fees, permits, a buffet lunch at Sabang Wharf, and an audio-guided kayak tour through the river. You’ll experience this UNESCO World Heritage site with personalized service, then continue your journey conveniently to El Nido, making it a seamless adventure through Palawan’s natural beauty.

  1. Private Linapacan Island Day Trip with Buffet Lunch, El Nido4

    4. Private Linapacan Island Day Trip with Buffet Lunch

    4.9· 16 reviews

    As you approach Linapacan Island, the first thing that strikes you is the almost surreal clarity of the water. Often lauded as some of the clearest waters in the world, the surrounding sea ranges from deep sapphire to transparent shades of azure. Vibrant coral gardens, home to a myriad of marine species, are a snorkeler's dream. The beaches of Linapacan are a testament to nature's artistry. Imagine fine, powdery white sand—so soft it feels like walking on clouds—bordered by palm trees swaying gently to the rhythm of the ocean breeze. Here, it's not uncommon to find a stretch of beach all to yourself, a private paradise in the heart of Palawan. The sunsets, with their orchestra of colors ranging from soft pink to fiery orange, are moments of magic that etch themselves into one's soul. In essence, Linapacan Island isn't just a place on the map; it's a piece of timeless paradise, waiting to be discovered.

  2. Private Underground River Day Tour with Lunch from El Nido, El Nido5

    5. Private Underground River Day Tour with Lunch from El Nido

    4.1· 8 reviews

    Already in El Nido but wanted to see the Underground River in Puerto Princesa City? Let us help you make the trip! Private transportation will be provided as well as buffet lunch. You also have 2 drop off options: El Nido and Puerto Princesa City. The whole duration would be 16 to 20 hours long, depending on where you would be dropped off after the tour.

  3. El Nido Island Hopping Day Tour from Puerto Princesa City, El Nido6

    6. El Nido Island Hopping Day Tour from Puerto Princesa City

    3.5· 15 reviews

    Enjoy an island hopping experience in El Nido even if your hotel is in Puerto Princesa. This full-day activity will take you to El Nido's famous islands and beaches. Pick up starts at around 4AM, and you'll be back to your hotel by midnight.

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