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A limestone island rising from the sea in El Nido Bay, Palawan

Palawan8 days

Palawan: The Tropical Expedition

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Puerto Princesa → El Nido → Coronadventure, honeymoonFrom $4,300 per person (illustrative)

01Overview

Eight days by boat, kayak, and on foot through El Nido's bays and Coron's lakes.

A hands on trip for people who like to move. We start with the underground river near Puerto Princesa, spend four days on the water around El Nido, and finish in Coron with a lake swim and an optional wreck dive. Small boats, early starts, and a lot of open sea.

Duration
8 days
Locations
3
Style
adventure, honeymoon
From
$4,300

02Highlights

What makes this journey.

  • 01

    Paddle the Puerto Princesa underground river

  • 02

    Private boat day through Bacuit Bay's lagoons

  • 03

    Swim in Kayangan Lake in Coron

  • 04

    Optional wreck dive for certified divers

03Itinerary

Day by day.

A working plan. We adjust the pace, the stays, and the activities once we know how you like to travel.

  1. 01

    Day 1 · Puerto Princesa

    Arrival and the city

    Arrive, transfer to your lodge, and take a short walk along the bay at sunset.

    • Airport pickup
    • Bay walk
    • Seafood dinner
  2. 02

    Day 2 · Puerto Princesa

    The underground river

    A boat ride and paddle through the underground river, then the road north.

    • Boat to the park
    • Underground river tour
    • Drive to El Nido
    Limestone cave formations inside Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
  3. 03

    Day 3 · El Nido

    Bacuit Bay, first look

    Your first boat day: lagoons, limestone walls, and a beach lunch.

    • Small lagoon tour
    • Snorkeling
    • Beach lunch
    A quiet island lagoon of clear water in Bacuit Bay, El Nido
  4. 04

    Day 4 · El Nido

    Kayak and hike

    Paddle into a hidden lagoon at first light, then climb to a viewpoint over the bay.

    • Sunrise kayak
    • Taraw Cliff viewpoint
    • Free evening
    A limestone island in Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan
  5. 05

    Day 5 · El Nido

    Private boat day

    A full day on a private boat to quieter islands, with snorkeling and grilled fish for lunch.

    • Private boat
    • Snorkel stops
    • Beach grill
    El Nido at twilight, with islands in silhouette across the bay
  6. 06

    Day 6 · El Nido

    Rest day and optional dive

    Sleep late, swim from the beach, or arrange a guided dive on the reef.

    • Free morning
    • Optional dive
    • Sunset drinks
  7. 07

    Day 7 · Coron

    Fly to Coron, Kayangan Lake

    A short flight to Coron, then a boat to Kayangan Lake for a swim in clear, cool water.

    • Flight to Coron
    • Kayangan Lake
    • Sunset from Mount Tapyas
    Kayangan Lake in Coron, Palawan, surrounded by limestone cliffs
  8. 08

    Day 8 · Coron

    Departure

    Breakfast and a transfer to the airport.

    • Breakfast
    • Airport transfer

04Gallery

Along the way.

  • A limestone island in Bacuit Bay, El Nido, Palawan
  • A quiet island lagoon of clear water in Bacuit Bay, El Nido
  • El Nido at twilight, with islands in silhouette across the bay
  • Kayangan Lake in Coron, Palawan, surrounded by limestone cliffs

05Details

What is included.

Included

  • Seven nights in small beachfront lodges
  • Domestic transfers, including one short flight
  • Private boat days and park fees
  • Snorkel gear and guides
  • Daily breakfast and four dinners

Not included

  • International flights
  • Diving costs
  • Most lunches and remaining dinners
  • Travel insurance

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