15 El Nido Island Hopping Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Island Hopping Tour A Lagoons and Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,572 reviews · 8 hours · from $23Our pick

Spend eight hours cruising Bacuit Bay with a licensed English or Tagalog guide. You’ll visit up to four lagoon, beach, and snorkeling stops, with lunch included. Big Lagoon kayaking costs extra, and private tours offer a quieter pace than shared boats.

“Great! The Private tour was worth it as only my partner and I were on the boat, apart from the crew. We arrived earlier than the regular Shared tour boats at each destination, so had quieter moments at islands, before the hoards arrived 😂”

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2.El Nido to Coron: 3-Day 2-Night Island-Hopping Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 343 reviews · 3 days · from $339

Travel between El Nido and Coron by traditional bangka, stopping at remote beaches, reefs, coves, and island villages. Guides such as JJ, Madu, Rico, Raymond, and Macky lead snorkeling and activities, while chefs prepare Filipino meals. Expect two nights in simple beach huts, no Wi-Fi, and plenty of swimming.

“What a great 3 days with an awesome bunch of people. The guides did everything to make sure we all had fun and felt comfortable. I would recommend the group to anyone who will listen! The chefs did an excellent job ensuring I was fed safely with my allergy / coeliac disease. Thank you so much for the best experience, one I’ll never forget!”

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3.Island Hopping Adventure by Haqqy Life

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 340 reviews · 7 hours · from $25

Join Haqqy Life at Frendz Hostel for a seven-hour El Nido boat day built around Big Lagoon kayaking, snorkeling, beaches, games, and new friends. English-speaking guides such as Joel, Justine, Leomar, and Bernardo keep the mood lively, while lunch, gear, water, and a rooftop pool gathering are included.

“Amazing tour with Haqqy Life! You’ll enjoy a full day of awesome landscapes with the best vibes thanks to the staff (Joel and Bernardo were just great). And you will enjoy some Filipino dishes as well! And to end the day in a high note they invite you to get a free shot in their hostel rooftop with great views and atmosphere. 100% recommended!!”

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4.Island Hopping Tour B Cudognong Cave & More

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 217 reviews · 6 hours · from $25

Spend six hours cruising Bacuit Bay with a Tagalog- and English-speaking guide. Swim at Popolkan, walk Snake Island’s shifting sandbar, visit Cudugnon and Cathedral caves, and relax on Entalula Island. Lunch, boat transport, life vests, and guides are included.

“Very nice and relaxing tour, u get to see more of the inside of the bay area which the other tours do not go to. Pretty sure they just tossed me with a mixed group/different operator. But they were still fun and good and like the other tours good lunch mixed variety. 5 visits to different spots. It’s good time”

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5.Island Hopping Tour A with Kayaking on Big Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 92 reviews · from $21Best value

Start at Marbers Resto Bar for a six-hour El Nido island trip with English-speaking guides, snorkeling, kayaking, and a picnic lunch. Anderson and Ken Kyle are among the guides working this route. Expect extra fees for the kayak, environmental access, and water shoes.

“was alot of fun and the tour guide is very friendly and funny..thank you”

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6.Sharing/Joiner Island Hopping Tour A w/BUFFET LUNCH

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 92 reviews · 8 hours · from $23

Spend eight hours visiting 7 Commandos Beach, Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Secret Lagoon, and Payong-Payong Beach. You get a buffet lunch, water, fruit, life jacket, boat crew, and English or Tagalog guide. Kayak hire and entry fees cost extra.

“This tour is very nice and you can enjoy the beautiful lagoons that there are. Also, snorkeling is very good. We enjoyed a lot the last stop it was a quite sandy beach and they had amazing cocktails.”

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7.Shared Island Hopping Tour C with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 83 reviews · 8 hours · from $30

Spend eight hours island hopping from El Nido with an English or Tagalog guide, stopping at Helicopter Island, Hidden Beach, Secret Beach, Matinloc Shrine, and possibly Talisay or Star Beach. Swim through cliff openings, snorkel coral gardens, and enjoy a buffet lunch, fruit, and water.

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8.Private/Exclusive Island Hopping Tour A BEST PRICE!

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 72 reviews · 8 hours · from $135

Spend eight hours on a private El Nido boat with your group, visiting Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Payong-Payong Beach, and 7 Commandos. Guides such as Gabi, Jason, Renz, and Edward are praised for photos, safety, and flexible timing. Lunch and hotel-area pickup are included, but entrance fees and kayak rental cost extra.

“The tour was great . The staff did a fantastic job . Our tour guide Jason , captain Jerry and the rest of the team are very friendly and professional. My wife and I had an unforgettable experience. The launch was delicious. We did not feel rushed at all. Thank you very much for delivering an excellent service .”

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9.Full-Day Premium Island Hopping Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 51 reviews · 7 hours · from $150

Spend seven hours aboard Seacret, a 50-foot sailing catamaran, visiting El Nido lagoons, beaches, and snorkeling sites. An English-speaking crew serves lunch, towels, and refreshments, with guides such as Mark, Omar, or Jas depending on the day. Meet at Corong-Corong Pier and bring swimwear, ID, and a change of clothes.

“This review’s super late (sorry!), but this boat tour was unforgettable. We did it about a year ago and still talk about it. Our guide was absolutely amazing — he showed us the best snorkelling spots, made us feel totally at ease, and honestly felt more like a friend than a guide. He even took loads of photos of us, so we barely had to touch our phones. If you’re thinking of booking, do it. Worth every second.”

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10.Half-Day Seasation Premium Speedboat Group Island Hopping

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 31 reviews · 3 hours · from $81

Join El Nido Yachting Club for a three-hour speedboat trip from Corong-Corong, with a guide in a red club polo. Depending on the day and weather, visit Big or Small Lagoon, Hidden Beach, Seven Commandos, Helicopter Island, and the club’s private Pasandigan Beach.

“Absolutely fantastic! Mark and Mark our tour guides were professional, friendly and a pleasure to have! I would recommend for sure! Also the food was delicious!”

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11.Island, Lagoons, and Beaches Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 31 reviews · 8 hours · from $34

Spend eight hours on a group boat from El Nido, with hotel pickup in town, lunch, water, towels, and an English-speaking guide. Swim and kayak at Small Lagoon, then visit Cadlao Lagoon, Pasandigan Cove, Paradise Beach, and Serenity Beach. Kayaks, snorkel gear, and entrance fees cost extra.

“It looks like the operator decided to find the worst boat on the island and put 20 people in it. When I questioned that I was told the boat can take up to 20. I didn’t guestion H&S but the comfort of the passengers. We decided to pay more than to competitors as we thought we would have got better service and we couldn’t be more wrong. Another interesting thing was we had to pay 400 pesos for kayaks and the other operators charged us 300 even at the same locations!!! Overall we paid more and got much less. The worst tour from all 4 we had and the most…”

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12.El Nido Islands: Shared Paraw Sunset Sailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $35

Join a 1.5-hour sunset sail on a traditional Filipino paraw in Bacuit Bay. With 5 to 8 people aboard, you’ll see El Nido’s limestone cliffs glow in evening light, sit on the boat’s side netting, and enjoy an English-speaking guide. Bring towels, spare clothes, and waterproof protection.

“This activity was one of my best memories. Just enjoying the ocean and the sunset. The guide and company were super friendly and were so dedicated to give me a great experience. Even though I was only booking they accommodated for me. Thank you team for making my stay at El Nido special. Would highly recommend”

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13.El Nido Islands: Private Paraw Day Sailing with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 21 reviews · 5 hours

Sail Bacuit Bay on a traditional paraw with an English-speaking crew, stopping at Ipil Beach and Papaya Beach for snorkeling, crystal kayaking, swimming, and lunch. The private group can include up to five people, with Victor, James, and Christian among the crew named in recent departures.

“Such a great adventure! It was our first time on a sailing vessel, and we loved it! Victor and Christian were wonderful! It was evident that we were in good and capable hands. They were great at communicating what we were doing, where we were going, and explaining the winds and processes. Lunch was great! The stops were excellent! We highly recommend this for the adventurers!”

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14.Island Hopping and Snorkeling Private Boat Tour C

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 8 hours · from $136

Spend eight hours on a private boat visiting Helicopter Island, Talisay Beach, Hidden Beach, Secret Beach, and Star Beach. Guides such as Joshua, Alvin, Olsin, Jun, and Dan have been praised for friendly service and safety care. Lunch, water, and hotel-area pickup are included, but gear and fees cost extra.

“Nuestra experiencia no fue muy buena, primero porque nos cambiaron el itinerario debido al tiempo y nos dijeron que iríamos a otros lugares, y nos redujeron a tres lugares a visitar, una vez en el barco nos dijeron que a uno de los lugares tampoco podríamos ir. Luego al llegar a la laguna tuvimos que dar la vuelta porque había muchísima gente y no habían kayak, y fuimos a otro lugar para luego volver más tarde a la laguna… la embarcación no posee kayak y hay que bajar a la playa únicamente nadando o pisando los corales, a la hora de comer nuestra tripulación preparó la comida y nos sugirieron…”

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15.El Nido Islands: Private Paraw Sunset Sailing

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 14 reviews · 1.5 hours Top rated

Set sail at 4:30 PM on a private paraw for 1.5 hours around Bacuit Bay. Expect limestone cliffs, island views, calm sailing, and time for beach or water activities. The crew may include Rapy and Gerald, praised for friendly service and photos. Bring towels, dry clothes, and reef-safe sunscreen.

“We sailed around El Nido for 1.5 hours , it was amazing! Crew was very friendly and the views were absolutely amazing”

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