Philippines · ISLAND HOPPING TOURS
A shared bangka, four or five stops and lunch grilled on a beach is the standard Philippine day out. These 15 range from a half-day hop to a three-day expedition, each priced and honest about how much swimming time you actually get.
Spend eight hours in Bacuit Bay visiting the Secret Lagoon, Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos Beach, and a snorkeling site. A guide such as Buddy, Dexter, or John leads the day, with lunch and safety gear included. Kayaks, fins, aqua shoes, and entry fees cost extra.
“the tour guides will happily take photos for us on our phones”
Spend 6 to 8 hours island hopping from El Nido with an English or Tagalog guide, stopping at Hidden Beach, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island, Talisay Beach, and Matinloc Shrine. Expect swimming, snorkeling, a Filipino lunch, and dramatic rock scenery. Guides such as Angelo, Dexter, Prince, and Nathan have earned praise for safety help and good local stories.
“5 stars! Food was great, accommodated a vegetarian with a nut allergy! Guide was friendly and informative, our passengers were not bothered about the shrine stop so our guide instead took us to another snorkel spot where we saw two sea turtles and a spotted eagle ray! Very lucky I would recommend water shows and a dry bag for this tour for anyone wondering :)”
Spend a full day from Puerto Princesa visiting Luli Island, Pambato Reef, and Cowrie Island. Swim, snorkel, enjoy a generous island lunch, and add a beach massage if you like. Guides such as Jed, Jeff, Echo, and Rowena are praised for their care and local insight, though equipment rental and a PHP 150 environmental fee cost extra.
“This was a great tour. I am a solo traveler, and we had a great group. I also enjoyed interacting with all the other groups that were touring Honda Bay that day. The food was also fantastic. That's not something that can usually be said for these types of tours. But the layout and presentation, as well as the quantity and quality of food, were just amazing.”
Travel between El Nido and Coron by traditional Filipino bangka, stopping at quiet beaches, reefs, coves, and small island communities. Your crew handles meals, transfers, safety, and camp setup while you snorkel, kayak, swim, play games, and sleep in simple native huts. Expect no Wi-Fi, limited electricity, shared facilities, and a social group atmosphere.
“This was by far the best experience I have ever had in my life! I literally cried leaving the group/guides after our 3 day expedition. Truly fantastic in every way possible!”
Join Haqqy Life in El Nido for a social seven-hour boat trip to Seven Commandos Beach, Big Lagoon, secret swimming and snorkeling spots, and Entalula Island. Guides such as Joel, Justine, Leomar, and Bernardo keep the mood lively with music, games, photos, and dancing. Kayaking, lunch, gear, water, and a Frendz rooftop pool gathering are included, while lagoon and eco fees cost extra.
“We loved our island hopping trip with Haqqy Life. The guides were excellent, and so friendly and funny. Lovely food, and the stops were great. It was definitely more of a party vibe on the trip.”
Spend six hours exploring Bacuit Bay by boat with stops at Snake Island, Popolkan Beach, Cudugnon Cave, Cathedral Cave, and Entalula Island. Expect a smaller group than many El Nido routes, a Filipino lunch, swimming, snorkeling, and cave visits. Guides such as Jake, Angelo, Arnold, and Dexter have earned praise for keeping the day fun and well organized.
“Well organized, amazing places to see and very nice staff! Liked it very much!!!”
Spend seven hours island hopping from Port Barton with guides such as Prince, Pong, Jose, or Randy. Snorkel at Turtle Spot and Twin Reef, look for starfish and sea turtles, visit up to six stops, and eat a local BBQ lunch on a quiet beach. Boat transport, gear, life vests, entrance fees, and pickup within Port Barton proper are included.
“Randy was very kind guide and the food prepared was very nice.”
Join a private Boracay boat tour with stops at Crystal Cove, Magic Island, Puka Beach, Crocodile Island, and Tambisaan Beach. You can snorkel, try a cliff jump, explore sea caves, rent a crystal kayak, and enjoy a local lunch. Guide Mark is known for bringing lively energy to family groups.
“Great experience and value. The lunch was significantly more than we had expected. The snorkeling near Crocodile Island was good. We saw much more during the time we had than anyone else on the cruise. Great guide and boat crew. Read more”
Spend about six hours around Mactan’s reef on a private boat, visiting Caohagan, Hilutungan, and Nalusuan. Snorkeling gear, boat crew, hotel transfers, and lunch are included. Expect clear water and fish, but limited beach time at some stops, a loud motor, and basic facilities.
“The outcome is what we expected. Hope to have a little more introductions and guides to the islands.”
Spend seven hours aboard Seacret, a 50-foot sailing catamaran from El Nido Yachting Club. You’ll visit three or four island stops, including a private beach, limestone lagoons, Hidden Beach, and Seven Commandos. Lunch, towels, life jackets, a guide, and the environmental fee are included. The tour runs at 9:00 am on selected days.
“This trip had definitely put the bar higher. It’s no longer the destination but the entire sail itself is beyond my expectations. Hats off to the entire boat crew, they’re made everything spectacular.”
Spend about five hours sailing from Astoria Station 1 around Boracay, with island stops, swimming, snorkeling, Crystal Cove, and a buffet lunch of grilled meat, fish, vegetables, and fruit. Guides such as Monda and Lyn are known for attentive help and photos. Bring cash for the snorkeling and Magic Island fees.
“Excellent tour. Monda super awesome of everything during our tour. Ensuring we get the best 📸 and experience. Answering all my questions etc. Best experience I had since being back to PI.”
Spend eight hours around El Nido’s limestone islands on a shared boat tour with stops at 7 Commandos Beach, Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Secret Lagoon, and Payong-Payong Beach. You can kayak, swim, snorkel, and eat a buffet lunch. The route may change with weather, and lagoon and environmental fees cost extra.
“I spend really an amazing day with them. Highly recommended. The team is really nice.”
Spend about eight hours sailing from General Luna to Naked, Guyam, Daku, and tide-dependent Secret Island. You get an English-speaking guide, boat and entrance fees, a Filipino boodle fight lunch, free mermaid-tail use, and drone footage. Guides including Erwin, Trench, and Maria have been praised for friendly, attentive service.
“Friendly crew and excellent spectacular beaches. Free drome videos ia a nice addition.”
Spend 6 to 8 hours sailing from Coron to Banana, Malcapuya, and Bulog Dos islands on a local banca boat. You’ll swim, snorkel, relax on white-sand beaches, and eat seafood BBQ. Hotel pickup, a guide, lunch, drinks, entrance fees, and insurance are included, but confirm snorkeling gear before booking.
“the islands - absolutely GORGEOUS. We had some rain in Bulog Dos, but it was quick. first stop Bulog Dos, then Banana island then Malcapuya. the boat- coronain 19 could have been better, it rained in the boat, the roof was more of a curtain torn apart in some places. it had a toilet, which was good. the company/service provider- lack of communication. they wouldn't answer to our inquiries on the app, nor on Whatsapp.after confirming with GYG and with them that they would pick us up from the hotel, they called me in the morning, 1h before departure to inform me that they can not ensure hotel pick up,…”
Spend 6 to 8 hours island-hopping from El Nido, with boat transfers, a local guide, lunch, and stops at Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, and Seven Commando Beach. Some departures may include other lagoons, caves, or coves depending on the option chosen. Expect a group of up to 30, plus separate fees for conservation, lagoon access, gear, and kayaking.
“Great tour Ariel our guide was extremely helpful and attentive and the other crew members very good too- the food was delicious and beautifully presented the islands were beautiful -we were taken in the reverse direction to most other tours meaning it was less crowded and more enjoyable”
Pick an island, a reef or a canyon.
