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El Nido Island-Hopping Escape: Lagoons, Local Flavours & Sunset

This source-based plan follows the creator’s arrival, Tour A day, and town-exploration day. The trip suits a budget-conscious couple: the inn was about £16 per night, and the creators reported paying £25 per person for…

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This source-based plan follows the creator’s arrival, Tour A day, and town-exploration day. The trip suits a budget-conscious couple: the inn was about £16 per night, and the creators reported paying £25 per person for Tour A. They also mentioned lechon kawali with local vegetables, beef caldereta, eggs and avocado, tuna at the tour buffet, and beers and fries by the beach. The exact beach restaurant and sunset beach were not named, so this plan does not guess their locations. Tour fees and prices can change; bring cash for local charges and small purchases.

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Day 1: Fly in and settle in El Nido

The creator’s route from Bohol went via Manila, with a four-hour layover and a free shuttle to Terminal 2 mentioned as a way to change terminals. They noted that the final flight was on a small turboprop. Allow time for airport connections and arrange a tricycle into town on arrival; the creator did not name a specific tricycle stand.

  1. Panglao International AirportPanglao International Airport, Bohol, Philippines

    The creators began their journey to El Nido at Panglao International Airport. Their route included a flight to Manila; flight prices were not given.

  2. Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2, Pasay, Philippines

    Their Manila layover was about four hours. They said a free shuttle to Terminal 2 took roughly 20 minutes; check current terminal and shuttle details when travelling.

  3. El Nido AirportEl Nido Airport, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    The small airport was their arrival point in El Nido. They spotted monkeys in the trees around the airport and noted signs asking visitors not to feed the animals; observe wildlife from a respectful distance.

  4. Yolinda's Tourist InnYolinda's Tourist Inn, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    The creators stayed at Yolinda's Tourist Inn, reporting a rate of about £16 per night. They liked the balcony, outdoor space, roomy interior, and friendly staff. They took a tricycle from the airport area toward town, but did not identify a specific pickup point.

Day 2: El Nido Tour A lagoons and beaches

The creators paid £25 per person for Tour A. They also reported a 400-peso environmental fee per person, valid for five days across tours, plus a 200-peso Big Lagoon fee for this tour. Most tours did not include hotel transfers; their tricycle to the departure area cost 150 pesos. Confirm current prices and tour arrangements locally.

  1. Yolinda's Tourist InnYolinda's Tourist Inn, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    Tour A was one of the creators’ two planned island-hopping tours. They described it as popular and recommended it after their day on the water. Their tour included the separate environmental fee and Big Lagoon fee noted for this period.

  2. Secret LagoonSecret Lagoon, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    The boat tour stopped at Secret Lagoon. The creators swam from the boat to reach it and described the hidden lagoon and sunlight inside. Follow the crew’s entry and swimming instructions.

  3. Bacuit BayBacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    The tour made a quick snorkeling stop in Bacuit Bay. The creators found clear water and many fish; bring or confirm access to snorkeling gear with the tour operator.

  4. Payong-Payong BeachPayong-Payong Beach, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    Payong-Payong Beach was the lunch stop. The crew served a buffet with several choices, and the creators singled out the tuna as a highlight.

  5. Big LagoonBig Lagoon, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    At Big Lagoon, the creators rented a kayak for 300 pesos. They described paddling through a narrow section before the lagoon opened out beneath limestone cliffs; they also mentioned that their tour returned later when the area was less busy.

  6. Seven Commandos BeachSeven Commandos Beach, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    Seven Commandos was on the planned route, but the creators said it was busy, so their crew went to a small private stop instead. The alternative island was not named; this item keeps the named stop without guessing where the crew went.

Day 3: Town flavours and an unpinned sunset

Keep this day flexible for a relaxed meal and a look around town. The creators said the town was small, friendly, and lively, with music at the bars. They ended the evening on a beach, but did not name it; ask locally rather than relying on a guessed beach pin.

  1. Yolinda's Tourist InnYolinda's Tourist Inn, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    The creators stopped at Blend & Grind for brunch and ordered eggs and avocado. They enjoyed the meal and games, and noted that food around town felt fairly expensive to them.

  2. Yolinda's Tourist InnYolinda's Tourist Inn, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

    Explore El Nido town at an easy pace. The creators described it as small and friendly, with music coming from its bars. They later had beers and fries on a beach at sunset, but did not identify the beach, so confirm the exact spot locally rather than pinning an assumed location.