The 15 Best El Nido Tours & Island Hopping Trips

1.Island Hopping Tour A Lagoons and Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,572 reviews · 8 hours · from $23Our pick

Spend eight hours around Bacuit Bay on a shared or private boat, visiting the Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos Beach, and a snorkeling site. Guides such as Buddy, Dexter, John, and Mark are praised for helping with photos, kayaking, and safety. Extra fees apply for the environmental fee, kayak, and Big Lagoon entry.

“the tour guides will happily take photos for us on our phones”

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2.El Nido Island Hopping Tour C: Hidden Beaches & Shrine

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 625 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $29

Spend 6 to 8 hours on El Nido’s Tour C, visiting Hidden Beach, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island, Talisay Beach and Matinloc Shrine. You’ll snorkel, swim, hear local stories in English or Tagalog, and eat lunch aboard or near the islands. Guides such as Angelo, Dexter and Prince have been praised for patient, attentive help.

“Everything went well on Tour C as a private tour. Weather was not super great, but our guide was able to adjust to make for a memorable experience. In our view, the snorkeling was the best on this tour.”

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3.El Nido to Coron: 3-Day 2-Night Island-Hopping Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 343 reviews · 3 days · from $339

Travel by traditional Filipino bangka between El Nido and Coron, stopping at quiet beaches, reefs, villages, and coves. Your crew handles meals, safety, and activities, while you sleep in simple native huts. Expect snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, cliff jumping, karaoke, and a proper break from Wi-Fi.

“From the very beginning, everything was extremely well organized. Each day, they thoroughly explained the activities and what to expect, which made the whole experience feel effortless. The crew was beyond helpful — friendly, attentive, and always making sure we were safe and having a great time. And the food. The food was delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and so much variety. Every meal was buffet-style with plenty of options, and everything tasted delicious. Honestly some of the best food I had during my time in Palawan. The islands, snorkeling spots, and overnight beach stays were absolutely breathtaking. Waking up to the sound of the ocean is just something else. No complaints…”

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4.Island Hopping Adventure by Haqqy Life

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 340 reviews · 7 hours · from $25

Join Haqqy Life at Frendz Hostel for a social seven-hour boat day around El Nido. You’ll kayak at Big Lagoon, snorkel, swim at white-sand beaches, enjoy a buffet lunch, and finish with rooftop pool time. Guides such as Joel, Justine, Leomar, and Bernardo keep the day active and welcoming.

“Such a beautiful island hopping experience with great guides who made everything super fun and engaging. Definitely aimed to a slightly younger (or young at heart) audience but I wouldn’t have wanted the tour any other way.”

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5.Hidden Beaches and Lagoons Boat Hopping Tour D

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 301 reviews · 7 hours · from $23

Spend seven hours island hopping around El Nido with an English or Tagalog guide. Tour D combines Small Lagoon, Cadlao Island, Nat Nat Beach, Paradise Beach, and Bukal Island, with snorkeling, kayaking, lunch, and a calmer pace than many popular routes.

“My wife and I recently took Tour D in El Nido, and it was absolutely incredible! From start to finish, the experience was fantastic. Our tour guides were not only amazing but also incredibly informative, sharing fascinating facts about each location we visited. They were so friendly and made the day feel fun and relaxed. The scenery on this tour is breathtaking—every stop was more beautiful than the last. We explored hidden lagoons, stunning beaches, and unique rock formations. It's a must-do if you're in the area. We can't recommend it enough! A huge thanks to the entire team for a truly unforgettable day. We'll definitely be back for another…”

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6.Island Hopping Tour B Cudognong Cave & More

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 217 reviews · 6 hours · from $25

Spend six hours exploring Bacuit Bay by boat with a licensed English or Tagalog guide. Walk Snake Island’s shifting sandbar, snorkel near Popolkan, enter Cudugnon Cave, see Cathedral Cave, and relax at Entalula Island. Guides such as Jake, Angelo, Arnold, and Dexter are praised for keeping groups safe and cheerful.

“The crew was incredibly entertaining and supportive! The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. We were a small group and the spots were not crowded which I highly enjoyed. The lunch was a banquet of meats and fish. The tour couldn’t have been better”

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7.Big Lagoon Kayaking & Island Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 132 reviews · 6 hours · from $23

Join Alexzus Travel and Tours for a six-hour El Nido island trip with kayaking at Big Lagoon, snorkeling near Shimizu Island, Secret Lagoon, and 7 Commandos Beach. Guides may include Arnold, Anderson, or Ken Kyle. Lunch, boat, gear, and drinking water are included, while kayak hire and local fees cost extra.

“great tour. loved everything about it. only thing I didn't like was we were the last ones off the boat so my daughter and I got one piece of chicken each. everything was gone by the time we got to it. we were the last ones to eat and people ravaged the food”

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8.Jeepney Adventure Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 124 reviews · 8 hours · from $34

Join local hosts from Frendz Hostel for an eight-hour inland day around El Nido. You’ll ride a music-filled jeepney, swim at Lio Beach and Bulalacao Waterfalls, eat a hands-on boodle fight lunch, watch sunset at Nacpan, and finish with pool access and karaoke.

“Definitely recommend this trip, King Russel and K were the best guides, a lot of fun and meeting new people. Plus you get nice professional shots in addition”

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9.Sharing/Joiner Island Hopping Tour A w/BUFFET LUNCH

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 92 reviews · 8 hours · from $23

Spend about eight hours visiting five El Nido stops with a licensed guide and crew. Kayak in Big Lagoon, snorkel near Shimizu Island, swim at 7 Commandos Beach, and enter Secret Lagoon. Pickup is included in El Nido Town and Corong-corong, while environmental, lagoon, and kayak fees cost extra.

“This tour is very nice and you can enjoy the beautiful lagoons that there are. Also, snorkeling is very good. We enjoyed a lot the last stop it was a quite sandy beach and they had amazing cocktails.”

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10.Shared Island Hopping Tour C with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 83 reviews · 8 hours · from $30

Join a shared eight-hour boat trip from El Nido with an English or Tagalog-speaking guide. Swim into Secret and Hidden beaches, snorkel near Helicopter Island and Talisay Beach, visit Matinloc Shrine, and eat a buffet lunch. Bring a towel and budget 400 pesos for the environmental fee.

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11.El Nido Tour A (shared tour)

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 83 reviews · 8 hours · from $34

Spend eight hours visiting El Nido’s Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Payong-payong Beach, and 7 Commando Beach. An English-speaking guide, boat, lunch, water, and towels are included. Kayaks, snorkel gear, and entry fees cost extra.

“The activity was good, be we had to wait an hour at the meeting point before leaving for the tour”

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12.Private/Exclusive Island Hopping Tour A BEST PRICE!

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 72 reviews · 8 hours · from $135

Spend eight hours on a private El Nido island-hopping boat with your own guide and crew. Tour A visits Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Payong-Payong Beach, and Seven Commandos Beach, with swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and optional kayaking. Guides such as Gabi, Jason, Renz, and Cyron are praised for timing and photos.

“My husband and I had an amazing time! The crew took very good care of us. The food was delicious ! We haven’t tried the group tours but after doing the private tour which gave us one-on-one attention - I would prefer to stick to the private tours. Our tour guide (Edward) was very attentive to us and made sure our trip was fun and safe. He was also like our photographer since he took a lot of our photos and knew the best places to take photos. We enjoyed the Big Lagoon the most, the water was beautiful and clear and we really enjoyed the snorkeling as well. I…”

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13.Private tour of the highlights of El Nido

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · from $128Top rated

Explore five El Nido highlights by traditional Filipino boat, including Big Lagoon, Snake Island, Entalula, Helicopter Island, and Cadlao Lagoon. A licensed guide such as Paul, Ninoy, Nonoy, or Darwin leads the day, with kayaking, snorkeling gear, towels, lunch, and lagoon fees included.

“We had a wonderful time. The tour excellent, the crew even better. They made everything possible for us to have a great experience. If possible, do not hesitate to book a private tour with them.”

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14.Full-Day Premium Island Hopping Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 51 reviews · 7 hours · from $150

Spend seven hours aboard Seacret, a 50-foot sailing catamaran, visiting El Nido’s lagoons, beaches, and snorkeling spots. Your English-speaking crew serves lunch and refreshments, provides towels and life jackets, and takes you to the El Nido Yachting Club’s private beach. Routes change by day.

“The tour was great. Mark our guide was lovely, as were all the boat crew. My 70 year old Dad had a little seasickness so I’d recommend people bring seasickness tablets if they aren’t great on boats.”

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15.El Nido Tour A – Group w/ Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 47 reviews · from $44

Spend 7 to 8 hours visiting Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Payong-Payong Beach, Secret Lagoon, and Seven Commando Beach. Guides such as Albert, Ramon, and Willy lead the group, with buffet lunch, lagoon fees, and town pickup included. Kayaks, snorkel sets, drinks, and outside-town pickup cost extra.

“You get what you pay for when it comes to tours. Spend the extra cash - go private tour if possible! It’s a completely different experience. The TOUR Pros- it’s cheap - friendly staff Cons- long lines/wait times - getting into that boat from tRead more”

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