Helicopter Island
An unmistakable island silhouette and a beach stop with open views across the bay.
Velaya · El Nido, Palawan
El Nido
Tour C
Hidden beaches & dramatic cliffs. For days filled with big views: island silhouettes, clear water and beaches tucked behind limestone walls.
View prices & day plan7–8 hoursA full day on the water
1,700 PHPBase price per person
Up to 26 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 C
1,700 PHP
per person
Base tour price1,700 PHP
Tour1,700 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.
If Cadlao Lagoon replaces Secret Beach, kayak rental is paid separately.
Matinloc Shrine · if visited
Entrance per person200 PHP
Paid separately at the shrine entrance, only if the stop takes place and weather permits. Participants usually vote on board whether to visit. If the shrine is not visited, the tour stops at another beach or location on Matinloc Island.
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.
Matinloc Island
Limestone formations and island scenery along one of the best-known parts of Tour C. If weather permits, participants usually vote on board whether to visit Matinloc Shrine. Entrance is 200 PHP per person, paid separately at the shrine. If the shrine is not visited on this trip, the tour stops at another beach or location on Matinloc Island.
Snorkeling stop
A stop chosen by the crew for the conditions and visibility on the day.
Secret Beach / Cadlao Lagoon
When conditions make Secret Beach unsuitable, the crew may substitute Cadlao Lagoon. Kayak rental is extra if the route visits the lagoon.
Hidden Beach
A sheltered beach enclosed by limestone cliffs, reached when sea conditions permit.
Your crew confirms the final route on the day. Safety and permitted access always come first.
Your day, your way
Prefer a little more space?
Private Tours
Your own boat, your group and a route planned together. Choose from three boat styles.
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Semi-Private Tours
A Double Deck boat shared with a maximum of 12 guests. One scheduled route per day.
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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 C · The experience
Beyond the cliffs,
a hidden beach.
For days filled with big views: island silhouettes, clear water and beaches tucked behind limestone walls. Tour C explores the more exposed reaches of Bacuit Bay, with the final route guided by the sea.
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