Brayan's Travel Guide
El Nido, Philippines

El Nido

Limestone lagoons of Palawan

Best time: December–May (dry season)Philippines

Overview

Dramatic karst cliffs rising from impossibly clear lagoons. The island-hopping tours are world-class, and the easy English and social hostels make it simple solo.

Top things to do

Island-hopping tours A–D

Lagoons, hidden beaches and snorkelling.

Kayak the Big Lagoon

Paddle into the towering cliffs.

Las Cabanas sunset

Beach bars and a zipline over the water.

Nacpan Beach

Long golden stretch away from the crowds.

4-day sample itinerary

  1. 1

    Arrive & beach

    Settle in, sunset at Las Cabanas.

  2. 2

    Tour A

    Big and Small Lagoons by boat.

  3. 3

    Tour C

    Hidden beach and snorkelling.

  4. 4

    Nacpan Beach

    Relax away from town.