Snorkeling in El Nido: Island Hopping with Lunch

Four islands, limestone cliffs, coral reefs, and lunch on the sand

Island hopping snorkeling tour in El Nido, Palawan, where you choose one of four routes through Bacuit Bay, snorkel at each stop, and eat lunch on a secluded beach. The tour runs 6 to 8 hours with a live guide in English or Filipino. Entrance fees, lagoon fees and lunch are included. Each island stop lasts 30 to 60 minutes, giving you time to kayak through lagoons, swim and rest between sites.

Step-by-step itinerary

Island hopping and snorkeling tour

• Explore limestone cliffs and beaches
• Snorkel in vibrant coral reefs
• Kayak through lagoons
• Relax on secluded islands
• Enjoy lunch on a beach

The experience

Which of the four island routes fits your day? That choice is yours at checkout: each one traces a different path through Bacuit Bay, hitting different limestone formations, lagoons and reefs. You'll snorkel at each stop, kayak if you want to, and spend 30 to 60 minutes on the water and sand before moving to the next island. A guide in English or Filipino leads the group and points out what lives in the reefs. The boat carries you between sites.

Lunch lands on a secluded beach with views across the bay. That's included, along with entrance fees to all the islands and the lagoon user's fee. The day runs 6 to 8 hours total, so you're back with time to rest before dinner. Snorkel gear and kayaks rent separately if you need them (about USD 5 for snorkel equipment, USD 10 for a kayak per two people). Public transport gets you to the departure point if you're not staying at a hotel with pickup.

This is a shared tour, so you'll travel with other visitors. The pace is built around the stops themselves (you're not rushed through them), and the guide handles the logistics of moving between islands. Moderate fitness helps: you're getting in and out of a boat several times, swimming and snorkeling in open water, and moving across sand and rocks.

What’s included

• Lunch on a secluded beach.
• entrance fees to all island destinations.
• lagoon user's fee.
• live guide in English or Filipino.
• boat transport between islands.

Options for this experience

4 options

Tour B of island hoppingGuide in English or Filipino · 09:00Tour B stops at Pupulkan, Cudugnon Cave, Cathedral Cave, Snake Island and Pinagbuyutan Island

Tour A of island hoppingGuide in English or Filipino · 09:00Tour A stops at Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, 7 Commandos Island and Payong-Payong Beach

Tour D of island hoppingGuide in English or Filipino · 09:00Tour D stops at Small Lagoon, Nat-Nat Beach, Cadlao Lagoon, Pasandigan Beach and Paradise Beach

Tour C of island hoppingGuide in English or Filipino · 09:00Tour C stops at Hidden Beach, a snorkel spot, Talisay Island, Secret Beach and Helicopter Island

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to14h before

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Child (2 to 5 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 40

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.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Corazon Travel and Tours

Is this one for you?Pick the route that matches your interests at checkout: each of the four options explores different islands and reefs in Bacuit Bay, so you choose the stops that appeal to you rather than following a fixed itinerary everyone takes.

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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 5 years); Infant (under 2): free.

How many islands do I visit on the El Nido snorkeling tour?

You choose one of four different island-hopping routes at checkout, each visiting multiple islands in Bacuit Bay. The exact islands depend on which tour letter you pick (A, B, C or D), but every route includes snorkeling stops at limestone formations and coral reefs, plus a lunch beach.

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

Lunch on a secluded beach; entrance fees to all the islands you visit; the lagoon user's fee; and a guide in English or Filipino. Snorkel equipment and kayak rentals cost extra if you want them.

How long do you spend at each island stop?

Each island stop lasts 30 to 60 minutes, so you have time to snorkel, swim, explore the beach or rest between sites without feeling rushed.

Is snorkel equipment provided, or do I need to bring my own?

Snorkel gear is not included in the tour price and rents separately for about USD 5 per set. If you have your own, you can bring it.

What time of day does the El Nido island hopping tour run?

The tour lasts 6 to 8 hours total. Exact departure and return times depend on which of the four routes you choose. Check your booking confirmation for the schedule.