El Nido Palawan, A Tropical Paradise

El Nido is a dream place to spend your vacation because it is known for its blue lagoon, its white sand beaches, its clean and clear water, its welcoming and friendly people and sunny weather. It’s a cluster of 45 small islands. But sometimes as you know nothing is perfect in this world. There are few things you need to know before you arrive at El Nido to avoid any disappointment or inconvenience.

There is no Atm in El Nido, so see that you bring in enough money with you in the first place. It will save your time and trouble.

Find a place, where to stay is not that easy so it is better to book in advance your hotel stay.

For sure not everything is perfect in El Nido but the most important is that you will find there what you’re coming for beauty, friendliness and a pleasing sense of simplicity. El Nido is famous for island hopping. One must disappear into the heavenly marine reserve that is Bacuit Bay. It is truly and inspiring place.

Many activities like cliff climbing, waterfalls, kayaking, cave exploration, windsurfing, hiring a motorbike can be enjoyed.

Vigan and Snake Island. The name Snake Island was given to the place because of the fine natural S shaped sandbar that looks like snakes off its shores. The sand pit is clearly visible but when the tide is down. Along both sides of the sand pit is shallow swimming area.

Paradise Beach: with its fine white sand beach lined by coconut trees, the paradise beach is a perfect example of a tropical island. Paradise beach is a place for picnics. Good swimming site especially for beginners are available on the beach. Dive sites are located on the west and south sides of the island.

Swim through the hole to Secret lagoon: The Secret lagoon is located on a small island reminiscent of the movie the “Beach” surrounded by limestone cliffs. Once you enter in a small hole, you will see a massive caldera that was once a cave which had collapsed and now is surrounded by cast cliffs. In the centre is a lagoon. Grab your kayaks and get rest for the most breathtaking, jaw dropping. As you head out to Bacuit Bay, the most popular spot for Kayaking. There are three spot for adventure big lagoon, Small lagoon and Minilic Island.

Stare into the Turquoise waters of the large lagoon: the large lagoon in El Nido is a magical place. The water is one of a kind colour surrounded by tall rock formations. It’s nothing short of breathtaking. It’s a paradise.

Zip line: This is one of the activities in El Nido to go with your family or with a group of friends. There is 750 m zip line joining Las cananas to snake island.

Watch the beautiful sunset of El Nido: El Nido town is facing to the west so every night you are blessed with an amazing sunset to finish your action packed day in El Nido. The best place to watch the sunset is on Caalan Beach.

Party on the beach: there is actually only one place to go for a little party and that is in the Reggea bar on the beach where all travelers meet after too many beers. For a best atmosphere Sava Beach bar is a great hangout. The El Nido Party boat is a good attraction with unlimited alcohol, carefree travellers and world class scenery all under one roof. One can enjoy his booze on top of the boat .The cruise visits 3 to 4 beaches in El Nido where you can jump off and play around, there will be a BBQ on board and snacks all day snorkel, dance, swim and make some new friends during the next boat trip ever.

Camping on the beach is a fantastic way to be on the beach. Whether you stay with locals on Nacpan Beach or bring a tent in your kayak and come on one of the deserted islands.

Who doesn’t love a good massage? Island hopping is exhausting. Your body is craving some relaxation time along with a good massage. There are so many massage parlours along the main strip of El Nido and the cost keeps on varying.

The number of bars offer different entertainments including billiards, dancing, live music, and karaoke and of course alone at the beach front and watch the beautiful view as the day comes to a close.

Scuba diving, snorkelling, windsurfing and kayaking are some of the sports practised here. El Nido’s beaches are rich in marine life. And all over the area you will find various companies offering several adventure dive packages.

There are three ways to travel to El Nido by Air, Boat or land. Travelling by Air is the easiest and fastest way to El Nido.

Hotels rates differ from each other. There are budget friendly rooms or you can even rent an entire beach from home on airBnB.

Enchanting El Nido is truly breathtaking may leave their lives changed by this magical place.

Once you leave ElNido you’ll have only one wish: coming back.