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5D4N Puerto Princesa & El Nido Experience

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From USD 299

3.86
22 reviews
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Overview

Available languages

Filipino
English

120 hours

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This 5D3N itinerary to Palawan will bring you to more destinations than ever. Upon arriving, you'll be checking in at your hotel in Puerto Princesa where you'll be spending 1 night.

On your second day, you'll visit the world-famous Underground River before heading out to El Nido to enjoy the beauty of Bacuit Bay.

Once in El Nido, you'll have 2 days of island hopping tours: Tours A & C. Both offers a great way to experience the different tourist destinations, beaches and islands on Bacuit Bay.

On your last day, you'll head back to Puerto Princesa to catch your flight back home.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Once booked, fees are non-refundable.

If tours are canceled due to poor weather, only the fees for that tour shall be refunded.

Hotel room reservations are non-transferable.

Up to 3 persons will share per room.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

National Park fees

Local taxes

Round-trip Puerto Princesa City Airport transfers

Environmental fees

Meals not specified

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Gratuities

What To Expect

Day 1

Arrival in Puerto Princesa, check in at Hotel

Accommodations

Overnight stay at Sunlight Guest House, Puerto Princesa (or similar)

1

Mabuhay Lounge

Our representative will meet you at the airport and bring you to your hotel for check in. You'll be spending one night in Puerto Princesa before you head to El Nido.

1 hour•Admission Not Applicable
Day 2

Underground River Tour, travel to El Nido

Accommodations

Overnight at Stunning Republic (or similar)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Breakfast provided by the hotel

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Get a glimpse of Ulugan Bay on this view deck. This also marks the halfway point between the City proper and Sabang wharf.

15 minutes•Admission Not Applicable
2

Puerto Princesa Underground River

The highlight of this day. The Underground River is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a vital part of Puerto Princesa's tourism circuit. To get inside, you'll be boarding a kayak together with other guests. An accompanying audio guide will tell you more about the cave and its story.

45 minutes•Admission Included
3

El Nido

After the Underground River Tour, your guide will drop you off at a junction where another van will take you to El Nido. The town of El Nido is located at the northern tip of the main Palawan Island, some 160 miles from Puerto Princesa City Airport. Along the way, you'll be glad to see the changing landscape - from the urban Puerto Princesa to the rural Palawan.

6 hours•Admission Not Applicable
Day 3

Island Hopping Tour A at Bacuit Bay

Accommodations

Overnight at Stunning Republic (or similar)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

To be provided by the hotel

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Big Lagoon

Big Lagoon is dotted with dark limestone cliffs. The entrance to the lagoon has shallow water, but the emerald color of the water indicates the deeper areas. Enjoy the view!

1 hour•Admission Included
2

Only accessible through a small cave, this hideaway lagoon is a popular destination for sightseeing.

1 hour•Admission Included
3

Simizu Island

Simizu Island, also called Shimizu Island, is one of the numerous islands dotting Bacuit Bay in El Nido, Palawan. This small island is part of the El Nido Island Hopping Tour A package, so it can get crowded during midday.

1 hour•Admission Included
4

Seven Commando Beach

Its long sloping stretch of fine sand and coconut trees welcome the guests after a long day of island hopping. It is yet to be confirmed how the beach got its name, but one consistent story is that of the 7 soldiers who got stranded here during WWII. Whether that story is true or not, the important thing is happily spending your much-deserved holiday here before marching back to work.

1 hour•Admission Included
5

Payong-Payong Beach

Payong-Payong Beach is one of the popular white-sand beaches on Miniloc Island. Here, you can either get the thrill of swimming amidst the strong waves or just savor the chill vibe of splashing around gentle waves. Payong-Payong is usually an alternative to Simizu Island if the latter becomes too crowded for visitors to enjoy their lunch.

1 hour•Admission Included
Day 4

Island Hopping Tour C at Bacuit Bay

Accommodations

Overnight at Stunning Republic (or similar)

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

To be provided by the hotel

LUNCH

Lunch

1

Hidden Beach

Hidden Beach is one of the places you’ll visit when you book Tour C. It is far, but it is worth the trip because of its secluded location, fine white sand, and clear waters. It has a rugged appearance, giving it a raw appeal. Relax on the beach, swim in the waters, and just marvel at the stunning limestone surrounding it.

1 hour•Admission Included
2

Matinloc Shrine is an abandoned site hidden at the foot of towering karst cliffs on the western coast of Matinloc Island. More formally known as the Shrine of Our Lady of Matinloc, it was built in 1982. The place has been completely neglected (with the main building almost empty), but tourists are still allowed to visit. While others may find this as a spiritual oasis, most tours make a stop here for the view.

1 hour•Admission Included
3

Secret Lagoon

Miniloc Island’s Secret Lagoon (also Hidden Lagoon) is actually an open secret, and a very popular one at that. Concealed behind the towering karst cliffs, the Secret Lagoon seems like a precious masterpiece that the dark limestone walls need to protect at all cost. If it’s your first time in El Nido, make sure you don’t miss this one.

1 hour•Admission Included
4

Helicopter Island, officially named Dilumacad Island, got its name because of the shape it takes when you see it from a distance. Once you get closer, it’s soft cream-colored sand and cerulean waters will lure you in and keep you entranced. It is a good place to relax, unwind, and enjoy the beautiful beachscape.

1 hour•Admission Not Applicable
5

Tapiutan Beach

A great beach for relaxing and also offers spot for snorkeling.

1 hour•Admission Included
Day 5

Travel back to Puerto Princesa for departure

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

To be provided by the hotel

1

Mabuhay Lounge

After your 5-day adventure, you'll head back to Puerto Princesa for departure. Travel time from El Nido is about 6 hours long, so be sure that you have ample time between travels to your flight.

6 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Shared tours & budget hotel

Budget hotel: Corazon Tourist Inn in Puerto Princesa and Ma'am Olson Pension House or equivalent
Pickup included

Shared tours & 2-star hotel

2-star hotel room: Sunlight Guest Hotel in Puerto Princesa and Stunning Republic in El Nido
Pickup included

Reviews

3.86

22 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Definitely recommend!

    Seanice M,

    Sep 19, 2024

    - Viator

    5.00

    I booked this tour so that my family and I can enjoy the best of Palawan without worrying the how and when to get there. Corazon Travel and Tours made it so easy! They were constantly in communication with me. Asking me how the tour was, how was my experience with the tour guides/driver. I appreciate all their help for us to fully enjoy our vacation! Side note, we had two seniors with us. And they made sure to accomodate them as much as they can.

  • Place amazing organisation of trip not good.

    Claire R,

    Apr 9, 2024

    - Viator

    2.00

    First hotel was nice and then day 1 of tour they were late and then the travel guide was not good. She did not explain any thing. On the transfer she dropped us at the side of the road and said someone will pick you up. 1 hour later a van came no explanation on what was happening or anything. When we got to el nido the driver said we had to get tuk tuk to hotel and just left us at side of road. Hotel 2 staff were lovely but not what I booked. The two boats trips were good and then transfer back was good. If you book double check your rooms and keep on to them to communicate.

  • The worst experience ever!!

    Anthony F,

    Feb 7, 2024

    - Viator

    1.00

    Viator booked only two rooms for 5 adults friends. When we asked for another room we were moved to the worst hotel that had no hot water and mosquitoes in the room. When I tried to get Viator customer service help I was denied help. Viator is more interested in profit than their guest safety and comfort.

  • Beautiful places

    Jonni M,

    Aug 15, 2023

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was beautiful and lovely. Remember to travel smart and keep an eye ok your things. On a bus we had a mishap that we dealt with the best way possible. But still was a bummer way to end the trip. Everything else was amazing and beautiful. The people were all very kind.

  • Amazing nature, poor service

    josemunichev,

    Feb 4, 2020

    - Viator

    3.00

    i won't writte a rant and give them 1 star, instead, i wwanna do a constructive critcisism and maybe they can improve for the future. 1. The tour company will have almost 0 direct contact with you. So it kind of feel you are on yuor own. 2. Plenty of times you will feel you are on your own, and some problem can come out such as the driver they hire didn't know the place you were suppose to go and then they can't call the angency and is just a mess. 3. The places you go are amazing, but honestly, the tour companie do not add any value to the tour. 4.The hotel they picked are very nice. So, it is a mix in beetwen good tools chosen with lazy service.

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3.86
22 reviews
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