- About 08:30 to 17:00
- From El Nido town
- Private boat and guide
Private, never joined or shared, for any group size, as part of your custom private trip.
A private boat day in the outer part of Bacuit Bay with a licensed guide, built around snorkelling: Tapiutan Island, the Matinloc Shrine, the Hidden Beach and Helicopter Island. Lunch is served at a beachfront restaurant, and environmental fees are included.
At a glance
| Duration | Full day, about 08:30 to 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Start | El Nido town |
| Stops | Tapiutan Island, Matinloc Shrine, Hidden Beach, Helicopter Island |
| Lunch | Beachfront restaurant lunch |
| Boat | Private island-hopping boat for your group |
| Group | Private, any size, as part of your custom El Nido trip |
| Suits | Couples, families, honeymooners |
| Guide | Licensed tour guide |
| Price | On request |
How the day runs
- Morning
Boat from El Nido town
Your guide meets you and the boat heads out past Matinloc Island.
- Morning
Tapiutan Island
Snorkelling over the reef in the channel off Tapiutan.
- Midday
Matinloc Shrine
An abandoned shrine on Matinloc Island with a view from the rocks behind it.
- Midday
Hidden Beach
A small beach reached by swimming through a gap in the cliffs.
- Afternoon
Helicopter Island
A long beach for swimming, named for its shape seen from town.
- Late afternoon
Return to El Nido town
Back in town at around 17:00.
The order depends on the sea on the outer islands. Times are approximate.
Included and not included
Included
- Private boat and licensed tour guide
- Environmental fee
- Beachfront restaurant lunch
- Life vest, mask and snorkel
- A soft drink and a bottle of water
Not included
- Aqua shoes
- Transfers from outside El Nido town
- Tips and personal expenses
What to bring
Swimwear, a towel, reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, a dry bag for your phone and extra drinking water.
Good to know
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Questions about this tour
Where does the tour start?
In El Nido town, where your guide meets you for the boat.
Which places do we visit?
Tapiutan Island, the Matinloc Shrine, the Hidden Beach and Helicopter Island.
Is lunch included?
Yes, a beachfront restaurant lunch, plus a soft drink and a bottle of water.
Do I need to swim well?
A short swim reaches the Hidden Beach; life vests are provided for everyone.
What if the sea is rough?
If the coast guard stops boats, we move the tour to another day.
How much does it cost?
Prices are on request and depend on group size, boat type and dates. Ask us for a quote.
Plan this day in your El Nido trip
Tell us your dates and hotel, and we will plan the outer islands around the sea forecast.
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