El Nido & Coron Island Exploration

El Nido & Coron Island Exploration


This tour El Nido & Coron 7 days will take you to discover some of the most beautiful islands and beaches of Palawan. The exotic paradise of Palawan in the Philippines has been named ‘Best Island in the World’ for the second time by Travel and Leisure magazine.
7days days
Philippines
Attractions
Duration
7days days
Code
PHLC3

Overview

This tour El Nido & Coron 7 days will take you to discover some of the most beautiful islands and beaches of  Palawan. The exotic paradise of Palawan in the Philippines has been named ‘Best Island in the World’ for the second time by Travel and Leisure magazine. Palawan with its islands of all shapes and size as been described as ‘every beach lover’s dream destination.
 
Highlights

  • Discover Bacuit bay with many islands
  • Enjoy the beautiful sceneries of around El Nido island
  • Visit the Coron town
  • Visit the surrounding island and relax in Coron island.
  • Experience with snorkeling in Coral garden.

Itinerary

Arrival in El Nido
Upon arrival in El Nido transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in El Nido
 

El Nido Island (B,L)
After breakfast, you will be taken on a full day island hopping in Bacuit Bay, El Nido. You will visit the following islands: Big Lagoon, 7 Commandos Beach, Secret Lagoon, Small Lagoon and Shimizu Beach.
Big lagoon boasts beautiful scenery with the tropical forest as the background and crystal clear waters. The Small Lagoon, located on a cove of Miniloc Island will take you breath away. You have to swim through a hole to reach the lagoon and the view as you enter a little beach bar with a nicely chilled out vibe that serves cocktails, beer, and fresh juices.r is stunning: pristine clear waters surrounded with imposing limestone formations as backdrop. 7 Commados beach has a beautiful white beach with very fine sand and crystal clear waters ideal for swimming and snorkelling. On 7 Commandos Island there. You need to swim through a tiny crevice on the rock’s face if you want to discover the Secret Lagoon. But once inside, you‘ll find yourself on a small pristine beach enclosed by limestone walls. Shimizu Beach is an awesome place for snorkeling, home to a large number of brightly coloured fishes.After the tour transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in El Nido

El Dino Island (B,L)
Today proceed for another island hopping tour in El Nido. You will visit the following islands: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Talisay Beach, Secret Beach and Helicopter Island. Hidden Beach is a small paradisiac cove concealed by limestone rock and impossible to see it from the open sea. Matinloc is a desert island home to a mysterious Shrine. The Shrine is reachable by climbing the steps of an abandoned building. The place offers a beautiful panoramic view.
The only way to discover the  Secret Beach is to swim into a hole in the rock wall. Alex Garland, the author of the novel-turned-film The Beach lived and wrote his bestselling novel in El Nido, most likely inspired by the Secret Beach. Dilumacad Island, also known as “Helicopter Island” due to its helicopter-like shape. The inhabited island boasts towering cliffs, tropical lush vegetation, white sandy beach and great snorkeling sites.After the tour transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in El Nido
 

El Nido – Coron Sightseeing (B)
Early morning depart for Coron by Fastcraft Montenegro. The trip will take approximately 3.5hrs hours. Upon arrival, you may proceed directly to your hotel in Coron.
Afternoon proceed on a sightseeing tour of Coron town. Busuanga is the largest island in the Calamian group and is the second largest island in the province after Palawan Island itself. Busuanga is mostly wild and undeveloped except for the lively fishing community of Coron town on the south coast, the main base for exploring the Calamian Archipelago.
On this tour you will visit Coron town which retains an old-fashioned provincial charm and climb Mount Tapyas which overlook the Coron Bay. The first stop will be at the public market which is filled with fresh fish and local vegetable. Proceed to Town Plaza, San Agustin Church, Coron Baywalk, Harbour Centre and Cashew harvest factory. Coron is famous for their cashew and they have different flavors, like sun dried cashew, toasted cashew and brittle cashew. After the visit of the town, head to Mt Tapyas. Climbing this mountain is very easy as the top is reached by several concrete steps (a steep 30 to 45-minute hike). On the top of the mountain you will enjoy the scenic view of Coron Bay. Descend from the mountain and head to the Maquinit Hot springs, where you can take a relaxing dip in the warm water.
After the tour transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Coron
 

Coron Island (B,L)
This morning depart for a full day island hopping tour. The first stop will be in Malcapuya Island. Enjoy three hours of free time for relaxing on the fine sandy beach or swim in the endless crystal turquoise water. After lunch, visit Banana Island and the tiny Bulog Dos Island. After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Coron
 

Coron Island  (B,L)
After breakfast you will be driven to the boarding dock. Depart for an amazing boat excursion to the main attraction of Coron. The first stop will be at the Siete Pecados Marine Park, an excellent snorkeling spot with abundant marine life. Proceed to the stunning Kayangan Lake, dubbed as the cleanest lake in Asia. The lake is secluded and unspoiled and swimming in its crystal clear water is a wonderful experience. After Kayangan Lake, the tour continues to Beach 91, one of the smaller pocket beaches in Coron. After lunch on the beach, proceed to Coral Garden. This is an excellent snorkeling spot with many colourful coral reefs. After the snorkeling enjoy the powdery white sands and clear crystal waters of Cyc beach and continue to the Twin Lagoons, one of the must-see destinations in the Coron. Twin Lagoons are a hidden exotic paradise sets among breathtaking rock formations. You will be given free time to enjoy swimming and snorkeling before returning to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Coron

Coron – Departure (B)
After breakfast and checkout, you will be transferred to the airport for your next destination.
 

Trip notes

Tour includes:

  • Accommodation in share room with daily breakfast
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle during all tours and transfers.
  • Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
  • English speaking guide during all tours and transfers
  • Local private boat cruise as itinerary
  • Ferry El Nido  - Coron
  • Snorkelling in Coral Garden
  • Water & cool towels
  • Government taxes & service charge

Tour excludes:

  • Visa fee
  • International airfare and departure taxes
  • Early check in/ late check out
  • Gala dinner on 24th and 31st December if any
  • Surcharged for Public holidays
  • Drinks and meal not mentioned
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, drinks … etc.
  • Personal travel insurance

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