Island Hopping — Philippines Travel Guides

Apr 6, 2026

The best Philippines tour including Palawan is Contiki's "Philippines Island Hopping West" — 13 days covering Manila, Coron, El Nido, and Puerto Princesa for $2,606 with a perfect 5.0/5 rating. For the most affordable option, One Life Adventures' 14-day classic costs $1,716 with a 4.9/5 rating. For a shorter trip focused on Palawan, the "10 Days of Palawan's Finest" covers El Nido and Puerto Princesa for $1,700.

Feb 4, 2026

Plan a 7-day itinerary in El Nido and Coron, Palawan with precise details. Enjoy island hopping tours costing around PHP 1,500, travel between spots in under 4 hours, and savor local dishes like chicken adobo for PHP 150.

Feb 4, 2026

In El Nido, private island hopping tours cost around PHP 3,500 per person, while group tours are typically PHP 1,200. Travel times from El Nido town to popular spots like Big Lagoon (about 10 km) take around 30 minutes by boat.

Feb 4, 2026

Coron Island hopping tours from El Nido start at approximately ₱1,500 per person, covering sites like Kayangan Lake, 15 kilometers from Coron town. Day trips typically last 6-8 hours and depart between 8 AM and 9 AM, with average water temperatures around 29°C year-round.

Feb 4, 2026

El Nido's island hopping tours vary in price and destinations. Tour A costs around PHP 1,200 and covers 5 locations including the famous Big Lagoon. In contrast, Tour D, priced at PHP 1,500, visits lesser-known spots like the Small Lagoon and Cadlao Island, each about 30 minutes from El Nido town.