El Nido to Coron 3 Day Island Hopping Expedition

About This Crawl

The original Palawan island-hopping expedition between El Nido and Coron, running in both directions. Three days, two nights on remote islands with all meals, rum and gin, snorkelling gear, and native hut accommodation included. 459 reviews at 4.7 makes this the most reviewed tour in the region.

What to Expect

You travel by traditional bangka through the Linapacan islands, stopping at reefs, beaches, and lagoons that are hours from the nearest road. The on-board chef prepares Filipino meals. Evenings are spent at beachfront basecamps with bonfires. Accommodation is native huts with mattresses and mosquito nets. The pace is slow and the focus is on being off-grid. No phone signal for most of the route.

Who It's For

Anyone doing the El Nido to Coron route (or reverse) who wants to turn the transit into the highlight of the trip. The social element is strong. Groups bond quickly when you are sharing rum on a beach with no electricity.

Tips

• This runs both ways. Book the direction that matches your itinerary.
• The pre-departure briefing is essential. Do not skip it.
• Bring reef shoes. Some snorkelling spots have rocky entries.

Verdict

459 reviews at 4.7 speaks for itself. This is the definitive Palawan expedition. At USD 330 all-inclusive for 3 days, there is nothing comparable in Southeast Asia for the price.