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3-day trip from Cebu visiting Journey to San Fernando Port, Snorkel at Darocotan Island and Swim at Calibangbangan Island. Operated by SEA QUEST.
Highlights
- Explore Palawan's hidden lagoons, secluded beaches, and coral reefs
El Nido: Private 3-Day Palawan Expedition to Coron: Key Facts
| Price | From $4773 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 days |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
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El Nido: Private 3-Day Palawan Expedition to Coron
Full description
A 3-day trip out of Cebu taking in Journey to San Fernando Port, Snorkel at Darocotan Island, Swim at Calibangbangan Island and Overnight at Ginto Island Camp. There are 14 stops in all.
The running order is Journey to San Fernando Port, then Snorkel at Darocotan Island, then Swim at Calibangbangan Island, then Overnight at Ginto Island Camp, then Morning Journey Through Linapacan, and on from there.
The price covers breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and All Fees and Taxes. It does not cover perfect weather, Other not mentioned in inclusions and Tips, so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $4773 together rather than $4773 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.
Tour Itinerary
The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
Journey to San Fernando Port
Meet the Sea Quest team at your pickup location in El Nido and begin the expedition with an included van transfer to San Fernando Port. After approximately 45 minutes, arrive at the eastern coast of Palawan, meet your expedition crew and prepare to board your private boat.
Snorkel at Darocotan Island
Begin the island-hopping part of your expedition at Darocotan Island. Swim and snorkel in clear tropical waters, explore the reef and enjoy the relaxed island scenery before continuing north through the remote islands of Palawan.
Swim at Calibangbangan Island
Continue to Calibangbangan for a refreshing swim in clear tropical water. Relax by the shore, enjoy the peaceful island scenery and take in the remote atmosphere of Northern Palawan before continuing toward Ginto Island.
Overnight at Ginto Island Camp
Arrive at Ginto Island and settle into the Sea Quest campsite. Take a shower, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and relax by the sea after your first day of exploring. Spend the evening surrounded by island nature before sleeping in your beach hut with a bed, mosquito net, fan and towel.
Morning Journey Through Linapacan
Wake up at Ginto Island, enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast and set off deeper into the Linapacan Islands. Cruise through clear tropical waters and remote island scenery as another full day of swimming, snorkeling and exploration begins.
Look for Sea Turtles in Linapacan
Explore the clear waters of Linapacan and look for sea turtles and other marine life in their natural environment. Swim and snorkel in this remote part of Northern Palawan, surrounded by reefs and tropical islands. Wildlife sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed.
Snorkel and Swim at Cagdanao Island
Continue to Cagdanao Island for snorkeling and swimming in clear tropical waters. Explore the reef, look for colorful marine life and enjoy the peaceful island surroundings before continuing your journey toward Culion.
Swim at Remote Inapupan Island
Stop at remote Inapupan Island and enjoy another peaceful corner of Northern Palawan. Swim in clear tropical water, explore the shoreline and relax surrounded by untouched island scenery before continuing toward Culion for the evening.
Overnight at Our Culion Island Camp
Arrive at the Sea Quest campsite in Culion and settle into your island accommodation. Take a shower, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner and relax by the sea after a full day of exploring. Spend the evening surrounded by nature before your second overnight stay.
Final Morning at Culion Camp
Wake up at the Sea Quest campsite in Culion and enjoy your final breakfast surrounded by island nature. Board your private expedition boat for the last day of the journey, with white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and beautiful island stops ahead on the way to Coron.
Relax and Swim at Araw Beach
Stop at Araw Beach and enjoy its peaceful tropical setting. Swim in clear water, relax on the beach or snorkel along the shore before continuing through the islands toward Coron. Take in the scenery and enjoy one of the final remote beach stops of your expedition.
Walk the White Sands of Ditaytayan
Step onto the beautiful white sands of Ditaytayan and enjoy the shallow turquoise waters surrounding the island. Walk along the sandbar, swim, take photos and relax in this spectacular setting before continuing toward Coron.
Swim and Relax at Bulog Dos Island
Enjoy one of the final island stops of your expedition at Bulog Dos. Swim in clear turquoise water, relax on the white-sand beach and take in the beautiful surroundings before boarding the boat for the final journey to Coron.
Arrive at Coron Port
Complete your 3-day private expedition with the final boat journey into Coron. Arrive at Coron Port after three days of remote islands, snorkeling, beaches and island camps, say goodbye to your Sea Quest crew and continue independently to your accommodation or next destination.
Includes
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- All Fees and Taxes
- Full Board Meal (Vegetarian / Vegan / Pescatarian / No Preference)
- Alcoholic Drinks and Beverages
- Water
- Beach Hut - Complete with sleeping accessories - Pillow and Mattress
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Entry/Admission - Ditaytayan Sandbar
Excludes
- Perfect weather
- Other not mentioned in inclusions
- Tips
- Resorts you have to book separately from us. Accommodation upgrade: from ₱30,000 per couple for 2 nights in island resorts
- Resort Options (for upgraded stays)
- 1st night:
- Dryft Darocotan Island
- Cayo Coco Island Glamping
- 2nd night:
- Two Seasons Coron Island Resort
Important information
Meeting point
The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts