El Nido Island Hopping Tour C

Boat Easy Year-round, best Nov-May 6 stops
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About this route

Tour C explores the outer islands of the Bacuit Archipelago, visiting hidden beaches, caves, and snorkeling spots. It's considered by many locals and repeat visitors as the best tour, with more varied stops and generally fewer crowds than Tour A.

The tour includes Secret Beach, Hidden Beach, Helicopter Island, and Cathedral Cave, each offering a unique experience. The boat ride is longer than Tour A, but the stops feel more adventurous and less commercialized.

The Route
  1. El Nido Town Beach Start
    Registration here
    Departure from town beach around 8:30-9:00 AM.
  2. Secret Beach Highlight
    30-45 min here ₱1,200
    Swim through a narrow hole in the limestone to discover a hidden paradise beach. Magical.
  3. Hidden Beach Highlight
    30-45 min here ₱1,200
    Wade through a rocky passage to reach a secluded white sand beach enclosed by cliffs.
  4. Cathedral Cave Stop
    20-30 min here ₱1,200
    Explore a dramatic limestone cave with soaring chambers and natural light beams.
  5. Helicopter Island Highlight
    45-60 min here ₱1,200
    Beautiful beach with excellent snorkeling and the distinctive helicopter-shaped cliff.
    Tip: Snorkel the reef to the right of the beach.
  6. Return to El Nido End
    Arrival here
    Return to town beach around 3:00-4:00 PM.
Travel Tips

Best combined with Tour A: do Tour A one day and Tour C the next for the complete El Nido experience.

Water shoes essential: several stops involve wading over rocks.

Bring snorkel gear if you have your own. The snorkeling at Helicopter Island is excellent.