El Nido Island Hopping Tour: Small Lagoon, Cadlao & Five Beaches

Six islands and lagoons in one day: Small Lagoon, Cadlao, Pasandigan, Natnat, Paradise and Bucal

This island hopping tour in El Nido takes you by boat to six less-crowded destinations across Bacuit Bay, including the premium Small Lagoon and Cadlao Lagoon, with hotel pickup from downtown or Corong-Corong beach, a local guide in English or Filipino, lunch prepared on the boat, and life vests provided. The tour runs about seven hours and returns by 4pm. Snorkel gear, aqua shoes and dry bags are available to rent on the way to the boat.

The experience

If you're staying in El Nido town or near Corong-Corong beach without a car, the tour handles the logistics: your guide picks you up from your hotel and brings you to the waiting boat. On the way, you can rent snorkel gear, aqua shoes or a dry bag if you need them. Depending on the tide, you may wade into the water to board: part of the day's rhythm rather than a hassle.

The boat takes you to Small Lagoon and Cadlao Lagoon, both premium stops with limited tourist capacity, plus Pasandigan Beach, Natnat Beach, Paradise Beach and Bucal Island. You'll spend the day with the other group members, moving between destinations at a pace the group decides together. Lunch is prepared on the boat or served on one of the islands. The crew handles the meal, so you're free to swim, snorkel or rest between stops.

You're back at the starting beach around 4pm. The whole day is subject to weather. If conditions turn poor, you can reschedule or switch to an alternative tour at no extra cost. If a premium stop becomes unavailable for your date, the operator substitutes another destination without charging extra permit fees.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from downtown El Nido or Corong-Corong beach.
• local guide in English or Filipino.
• lunch prepared on the boat or served on an island.
• life vests for all passengers.
• snorkel gear, aqua shoes and dry bags available to rent.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (7 and older) · Child (2 to 6 years) · Infant (under 2)

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish and Filipino

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 25

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Corazon Travel and Tours

Is this one for you?If you're staying in El Nido town or near Corong-Corong without your own transport, hotel pickup solves the journey to the boat. You don't arrange a separate transfer. The group decides how long to stay at each stop, so the day moves at a pace that suits everyone, not a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Filipino.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 6 years); Infant (under 2).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's included in the El Nido island hopping tour?

The tour includes hotel pickup from downtown El Nido or Corong-Corong beach, a local guide speaking English or Filipino, lunch prepared on the boat or served on an island, and life vests for everyone. Snorkel gear, aqua shoes and dry bags are available to rent separately on the way to the boat.

How many stops does the tour make, and what are they?

The tour visits six destinations: Small Lagoon and Cadlao Lagoon (both premium stops with limited capacity), plus Pasandigan Beach, Natnat Beach, Paradise Beach and Bucal Island. The exact time spent at each stop is decided by the group on the day.

What time does the tour start and end?

The tour runs about seven hours total. Your guide picks you up from your hotel in the morning, and you're back at the starting beach around 4pm. Exact pickup times depend on where you're staying in El Nido.

Do I need to bring my own snorkel gear?

You don't have to. Snorkel gear, aqua shoes and dry bags are available to rent when you arrive at the boat. Bring your own if you prefer, or rent what you need on the spot.

What happens if the weather is bad on my tour date?

The tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you can reschedule for another date or switch to an alternative tour at no extra charge.