El Nido: Island Hopping and Snorkeling Private Boat Tour

4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
14 reviews
Activity provider:
Poseidon Tours and Expeditions
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El Nido: Island Hopping and Snorkeling Private Boat Tour
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
14 reviews

Swim and snorkel at the wonderful beaches and best snorkeling spots on El Nido Island. Admire the stunning beauty of the islands and beaches on this exciting private boat tour

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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Tagalog
Pickup included
Meet at Blend and Grind, Pops District, Corong-Corong, El Nido. Please be at the meeting point before 8:45 AM to ensure a timely departure.
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
L
Levi – United Kingdom

Joshua was an amazing guide ! He made sure that we had the best day possible. We didn’t have to stick exactly to the guide and could visit locations on the tour based on what we felt like doing. I would recommend this tour to anyone that wants to be in control of their day on this sort of excursion.

5
5 out of 5 stars
D
DEBBIE – United Kingdom

We’re a married couple, both over 50. The tour was easily accessible for us both. We booked tour C but this was cancelled by the coast guard so did tour D instead. Great relaxing tour - Jom and his team were fab! Answered any questions we had and we didn’t feel rushed at all. We also had a bit of banter with Jom which was refreshing. We were given a choice of what food we would like the day before the tour but ended up with something different. Food was still very nice and there was plenty of it. Several bottles of water were available and also a large bottle of coke. Communication with Josh before the tour was spot on and we were picked up close to our hotel which was outside of the usual 1km pick up area. We would fully recommend the company and the tour.

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Itinerary

  • Pickup location:

    Barangay Corong Corong

  • Tuk tuk

    (5 minutes)

  • Helicopter Island

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Swimming, Snorkeling, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

  • Talisay Beach

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Swimming, Snorkeling, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

  • Hidden Beach

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Lunch, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Swimming, Snorkeling, Scenic views on the way (1 hour)

  • Secret Beach

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Swimming, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

  • Star Beach

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Swimming, Snorkeling, Scenic views on the way (45 minutes)

Main sites passed

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Seek and Enter the Hidden Secret Beach
  • Swim in crystal clear waters and get up close to different marine wildlife
  • Best Snorkeling spots in all of El Nido at Helicopter Island
  • The most beautiful INSTAGRAMMABLE locations

Full description

This is a private tour with exclusive use of the boat for you and your group to experience the tour at your own pace.

You're here to get your blood flowing if you've come to El Nido in search of adventure. Luckily, island thrills (Tour C) are available.

For the brave, the Hidden Beach and the Secret Beach are a must-see; they are both just as the labels say. Located on an island off the coast of El Nido proper, The Hidden Beach is a stretch of white sand and calm waters tucked away among dramatic limestone cliffs.
The part about the adventure is that you have to swim or kayak to find it, but once you do, it's simply incredible. Concurrently, the Secret Beach—which is featured in the list of the World's 50 Best Beaches and served as the basis for Leonardo DiCaprio's iconic film The Beach in the 2000s—is equally amazing and fulfilling.

Another island you will visit is Helicopter Island. From the boat, the view of the island will really make you think of a chopper. Some say it looks like a camel but we still think it looks like a helicopter. We'll let you decide! It is home to towering cliffs that are sandwiched between thick dark green rainforests.

This is a tour not to be missed!

*Destinations may change due to weather conditions and lunch stop will be determined by the guide.

Includes

  • Pickup within 1km of Corong-Corong Beach (advise when booking if required)
  • Private boat
  • Guide and crew
  • Buffet lunch
  • Water and soft drinks
  • Kayak use (1 available)
  • Life vest
  • Mask and snorkel
  • Environmental fee
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Fins/aquashoes
  • Additional kayak rental (at lagoon)
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Camera
  • Biodegradable sunscreen
  • Beachwear
  • Cash

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Plastic bags
  • Plastic bottles
  • Littering

From $139 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5
4.9 out of 5 stars

based on 14 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    5/5
  • Value for money
    5/5
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L
Levi – United KingdomFebruary 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Joshua was an amazing guide ! He made sure that we had the best day possible. We didn’t have to stick exactly to the guide and could visit locations on the tour based on what we felt like doing. I would recommend this tour to anyone that wants to be in control of their day on this sort of excursion.
5
5 out of 5 stars
D
DEBBIE – United KingdomJanuary 16, 2025 – Verified booking
We’re a married couple, both over 50. The tour was easily accessible for us both. We booked tour C but this was cancelled by the coast guard so did tour D instead. Great relaxing tour - Jom and his team were fab! Answered any questions we had and we didn’t feel rushed at all. We also had a bit of banter with Jom which was refreshing. We were given a choice of what food we would like the day before the tour but ended up with something different. Food was still very nice and there was plenty of it. Several bottles of water were available and also a large bottle of coke. Communication with Josh before the tour was spot on and we were picked up close to our hotel which was outside of the usual 1km pick up area. We would fully recommend the company and the tour.
5
5 out of 5 stars
a
anton – RussiaJanuary 4, 2025 – Verified booking
Everything went exactly and on time! We arrived at the meeting place, they were already waiting for us, the boat was ready to sail. We had a great time, thanks a lot to our guide and the team, they did a great job!

Product ID: 641085

Activity provider:
Poseidon Tours and Expeditions

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