Snake Island & limestone caves

Velaya · El Nido, Palawan

El Nido
Tour B

Snake Island & limestone caves. A different side of Bacuit Bay: sculpted limestone, quiet coves and a ribbon of sand at Snake Island.

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Island moments

A closer look at Tour B

Your next island day, in pictures.

7–8 hoursA full day on the water
1,600 PHPBase price per person
Up to 30 guestsShared group tour
Lunch includedWith a local guide

Transparent pricing

Your day, clearly priced.

All prices are in Philippine pesos. Shared tour prices are per person.

Shared Tour B

1,600 PHP

per person

Base tour price1,600 PHP
Tour1,600 PHP

Included in your tour

  • Shared island-hopping boat tour
  • Lunch during the trip
  • Local guide

Not included in the tour price

Paid separately on site

Eco Tax / ETDF

Ages 13 and above400 PHP
Children aged 6–12250 PHP
Children aged 0–5Free

Paid separately on site and valid for 5 days. No repeat payment is needed while an earlier payment remains valid.

Bring your own snorkeling mask and water shoes, or arrange rental locally.

What to bring

  • Drinking water, snacks and cash for separate fees and personal expenses
  • Swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses
  • Water shoes, a snorkeling mask and tube; equipment can be rented locally
  • A waterproof bag for your phone and personal belongings

Deposit and free date changes

Reservation deposit: 400 PHP per full fare guest, 200 PHP per half fare child (ages 4 and 5), and 0 PHP for free children aged 0 to 3. Due 7 days before the tour, only after team confirmation. The deposit is included in the tour price. Any agreed tour discount also reduces the deposit, to a minimum of zero; see your confirmation for the final amount. The balance is due one day before the tour.

Free date changes are available if requested at least 24 hours before the 08:45 meeting. Request by 08:45 on the previous day (Philippine time), subject to availability and confirmation. Your deposit transfers to the new confirmed date.

Plan the morning

A simple start to your day.

08:45

Meeting point

Meet at the office. We send the exact location in your booking message.

~09:30

Departure

Approximate departure, subject to boarding and local clearance.

7–8 hours

Tour duration

A day of island stops, lunch and time by the water.

The route

Five stops. One island day.

The order of stops can change with tides, weather and local operating conditions.

01

Cathedral Cave

A dramatic limestone opening rising above the water. The approach depends on the conditions on the day.

02

Snorkeling stop

Discover the water around the islands at a spot selected by the crew.

03

Cudugnon Cave

A cave stop with a sense of adventure and a beach nearby for a slower moment.

04

Entalula Island

Bright sand, clear water and striking limestone scenery.

05

Snake Island

A curved natural sandbar linking the islands. Its appearance and access change with the tide.

Your crew confirms the final route on the day. Safety and permitted access always come first.

Your day, your way

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Before you go

A few things to know

What should I bring?

Drinking water, a towel, sunscreen, water shoes, a snorkeling mask and tube, snacks, a waterproof bag and some cash for optional expenses. Water shoes and snorkeling equipment can be rented locally.

Do I pay Eco Tax on every tour?

No. El Nido Eco Tax: ages 0–5 free; ages 6–12: 250 PHP; ages 13+: 400 PHP per person. Paid separately on site and valid for 5 days. No repeat payment is needed while an earlier payment remains valid.

Can I book this route privately?

Yes. All four routes can be arranged as private tours. Compare the private boats ↗

What happens if it rains?

Rain alone does not mean the trip is cancelled. Trips run when sea conditions are safe and operations are permitted. Routes may change, and a Coast Guard restriction can prevent departure.

What are the deposit, payment and date-change terms?

Reservation deposit: 400 PHP per full fare guest, 200 PHP per half fare child (ages 4 and 5), and 0 PHP for free children aged 0 to 3. Due 7 days before the tour, only after team confirmation. The deposit is included in the tour price. Any agreed tour discount also reduces the deposit, to a minimum of zero; see your confirmation for the final amount. The balance is due one day before the tour.

Free date changes are available if requested at least 24 hours before the 08:45 meeting. Request by 08:45 on the previous day (Philippine time), subject to availability and confirmation. Your deposit transfers to the new confirmed date.

Deposits are non-refundable for customer cancellation, subject to applicable rights. Read the full booking terms

Tour B · The experience

Follow the sandbar.
Discover the caves.

A different side of Bacuit Bay: sculpted limestone, quiet coves and a ribbon of sand at Snake Island. Tour B pairs time on the beach with a little exploration.

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