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How much does a custom private boat tour between El Nido and Coron cost?

The price depends on the number of people and the number of days, but as an example, a two person tour for four days between El Nido and Coron would cost $2,500. This includes everything, such as three square meals a day (you can state your preference), snacks and softdrinks and water, a welcome case of beer gratis, if you like (or wine etc), accommodation and entrance fees. You can also rent a ka...
Do your multiday expedition tours between El Nido and Coron include sites around El Nido and Coron?

Because the distance is very far by boat to the other side of the peninsula where the small, beautiful islands start, because the waves can get rough in the open ocean there and it is a quick and scenic one hour private van ride to Sibaltan, the multiday expedition tours between El Nido and Coron do not include any sites around El Nido. For which reason we offer single day private boat tours arou...
Which islands do you go to and what all is included in your boat tours?

You can check out our basic itinerary for the most important islands and places to visit, but there are others you can go to, from hiking in jungle trails on sparsely populated islands to cave exploration - just state your preference. Our tours include everything, such as three square meals a day (you can state your preference), snacks and softdrinks and water, a welcome case of beer gratis, if yo...
Do you also organize group tours?

Yes, we also organize group tours. Generally three days two nights between El Nido and Coron, but mostly from Coron to El Nido, ₱18,500 php per person, which includes food, entrance fees and accommodation. More details here. You can also book your own private tour and we can help you to find others to join, to reduce costs while enjoying a custom experience, such as the number of days or the itine...
Can you organise a boat tour around El Nido with its lagoons?

Yes, my wife handles private custom single day tours around El Nido and Coron, more details through those links. 
Do your boat tours depart from or arrive to El Nido or visit some of the lagoons there?

For island hopping multi-day tours to or from Coron, our boat operators mostly depart from or end in Sibaltan, an interesting archeological village about 1.5 hours by van from El Nido, on the east side of the peninsula, because there is not much to see north of El Nido, the waves can get rough in the more open sea there, and it is just easier for us to arrange a private van for you. 

What is your cancellation policy?

The only way a tour can be cancelled is due to extreme weather. If you cancel voluntarily beforehand, any deposit you have paid so far can be used anytime for a future tour (minus any costs incurred to the boatman for preparations or reserving his boat), or a portion returned. If the cancelation is too close to your tour, there will have to be an additional penalty to cover the costs for the boatm...
What is there to do in the Linapacan area?

Linapacan is a big island halfway between El Nido and Coron and has a lot to offer, if you'd like to get off the beaten path and experience more genuine, rural life. You can find more detailed info with weblinks on our services page, but here is a quick list: excellent snorkeling in the clearest waters in the world hiking, bicycling or motorbiking through jungle trails explore caves inexpensive l...
I heard these banca boats can be dangerous during high waves. How safe are they?

You can check out our weather forecast page for an idea. Storms occasionally pass through the country between June and mid November, after which the dry season starts and the seas are generally very calm.  In the event though that the weather gets a little rough, first of all your captain will never risk his boat, because that is his livelihood. The local coastguards are also vigilant and do not e...
Transportation, public ferries and how to get between El Nido, Linapacan and Coron

The latest info may be found at    http://www.islandhoppinginthephilippines.com/palawan/various/private-boats-and-public-ferries-between-el-nido-linapacan-and-coron/
Do you have any travel tips or suggestions for the Philippines?

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