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hotel luci del farohotel luci del faro
08:13 31 Jan 24
We booked the 3 day 2 night expedition, from Coron to Sibaltan.First of all the booking part was really simple. I organized this trip to the Philippines last minute for my family (my parents and my uncles) but Karel answered all my questions very quickly and really made everything easier for me. It was an incredible experience. Albert, our tour leader, is a wonderful guy, always smiling and ready to help us. They assisted us in everything and really took care of making everything go smoothly. The accommodation on the islands is as spartan as you expect but the location of each hut alone is worth the trip. The wonder of nature was then added to the goodness of cuisine. It's really difficult to argue how you can cook all that goodness on a boat.If you are looking for an authentic experience, in contact with nature, off the beaten track, this company's private expedition is certainly for you.
Kate BrownKate Brown
00:22 27 Oct 23
What an unforgettable experience! We did a two night (3 day) island hopping tour from Sibaltan to Coron. Everything was so well organized and the boat crew were amazing and really made sure we had a great time. The accommodation was rustic, but added to the authentic experience of the Philippines. Karel always responded to any queries we had promptly. Our boatman, Albert, was the most amazing chef and we enjoyed every meal. The crew taught the kids how to fish with a line which was their highlight of the trip. They took us to the most unbelievable snorkelling spots along the way. Would highly recommend this trip.
Ian PascualIan Pascual
02:43 10 Aug 23
One of the most amazing, unforgettable things you can do in your life
Lou PrataliLou Pratali
11:04 25 Jul 23
This is a must to do!!Super ultimate tour is the best with Kayangan and barracuda lake, twin lagoons (my favorite), coral garden (blue fabulous coral) were the best. It’s really worth it to pay for private tour (3500 to 4000 PHP). You will also have to pay for entrance fees (150 to 200PHP by location) and eventually shopping at the market - must do (count 300 for 2 for fish, pork, fruits and vegetables, water).
Gérard BENOITGérard BENOIT
16:11 07 Feb 23
I was looking for a personalized excursion to the stunning Bacuit Gulf.Based on the comments, I contacted Mel.Very responsive, very efficient and perfect organization.The on-board staff were very friendly and very helpful.And I'm not even talking about the meal on board...a marvel.In all fairness, this excursion will remain an excellent memory and I cannot recommend Mel and his team highly enough.A big thank-you.
Alyse TarbottonAlyse Tarbotton
23:48 30 Aug 22
This tour went well above all our expectations! I couldn't recommend this enough! The boat crew, captain and tour guide were nothing but amazing, everyone was so kind, helpful and friendly. The crew knew the best spots to visit that weren't overcrowded with tourists, 3 times we were lucky enough to have whole islands to ourselves! It was my partner's birthday while away and everything went above and beyond, bonfire, cake, birthday card, singing and celebrating with us.If you love camping this is definitely a tout you should do, it has been the highlight of our trip!!
Danish KayaniDanish Kayani
10:24 31 Oct 19
Coron is the best place i have ever seen.. picturesque. Beautiful. Peaceful
We booked a 4 days/3 nights private boat trip from Coron to Sibaltan. The organization went very well from the beginning, the owner answered to all my questions, and we were able to choose which islands to visit and where to sleep. The first night we slept in a bungalow in Banana Island, the second we camped in Araw beach and the last we slept in a seafront bungalow builded on a tree in Pical on Iloc Island.The islands in that area are the most beautiful islands I have ever seen, with clear water, lots of coral reef and fishes to see, white sand and almost deserted. The crew was very friendly and polite and they organize every single meal and for camping they give you a tent which was just perfect! This was our highlight in our 2 weeks in the Philippines and I wish I had booked a longer trip. A private trip gives you the freedom to decide where and when to go.
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Gérard Benoit
Gérard Benoit
2023-02-08
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I was looking for a personalized excursion to the beautiful bay of Bacuit. Seeing the comments, I contacted Mel. Very responsive, very efficient and perfect organization. The crew were very friendly and very helpful. And I'm not even talking about the meal on board...a marvel. In all fairness, this excursion will remain an excellent memory and I can recommend Mel and his team highly enough. A big thank-you.
André Mardoñal
André Mardoñal
2019-10-22
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The island world of Linapacan between Coron and El Nido with the clearest waters in the world is truly a dream for itself! Without a boat you won't be able to see it! But what this boat trips makes so amazing is the crew! Once you come on board they might be shy in the beginning but will make you feel welcome and home from the first moment. Not only that they are looking that you sit comfortable all the time, they will prepare fresh and delicious food what the buy from local markets. They know the best spots and most beautiful islands and will bring you to places where you get this "Robinson Cruisoe feeling". Every day you visit 3 to 5 spots for snorkeling, enjoying a beach or exploring a little island. The accommodation we had was good and simple. We slept in bungalows and tents right at the beach. Sheets and towels were always provided and sometimes towels. After a while you feel like a family on board. We loved living the boat life didn't wanna leave! If you doubt take a longer than shorter trip! For any questions please message me.
Sarah Uhan
Sarah Uhan
2019-01-31
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All in all it was a really great experience. It's a once in a lifetime thing to do and you won't get more authentic and basic Philippino experiences anywhere else. We were not so lucky with the wind and waves so we couldn't do all the stops we wanted to unfortunately. So be aware that especially the months from January to May can be very rough on water. But we still saw some great places Benji took us. Benji and his family was very nice and they did everything they could. The food was amazing - always freshly made in authentic Philippino style and way too much for the 2 of us. Make sure to bring enough cash - many of the islands cost extra (entrance fee) and be aware that any kind of accommodation and food (200php per meal) is not included in the boat fee. Also the deposit and commission fee for the agency are a little over the top, especially since the crew does not get any of it. The costs all in all are rather high for phillipino circumstances especially given the basicness of it all. However if you think about that all 5 boat people (in our case) live off of the boat fee alone, you spent the money willingly. Be aware though that accommodation and sanataries are very basic if even existant. So you gotta have the right mindset. Bring tissue, sanatiszer and earplugs to get some better sleep. Another feedback I have concerning the size of the boat. I don't think it is sufficient for more than 4 people. If the weather is like it was these days, you always have to sit on top and it was already a little squeezy with us 2 and 5 boat people. So I guess 4 guests can be fine but more than that won't have the space. There is different boat sizes but make sure to talk about that with Karel in advance. Other than that it was really worth it and we got to see so many great beaches and reefs which we could have never been able to visit without the tour.
Eric Liu
Eric Liu
2018-03-15
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It was scary to book a 5 day trip with no places to stay confirmed or a strong itinerary. And in the Philippines, communication is difficult. But that is part of changing mindsets to a rural island mindset. In the end, everything worked out. We had some tough moments with bugs. But we also had some amazingly beautiful secluded beaches, the best snorkeling in the world, relaxing on the beach, and freshly made food on the boat while docked at beautiful places (better than being on land). Note, we went with Benji. Recommendations: - you must get a local SIM when you arrive to make sure pickup and everything works out - some islands have bugs - use bug spray! Pros: - a fraction of the cost - away from the crowds - can customize what you want - just ask! - a truly local experience - saw a REAL rural town Cons: - locals aren't really polished tour guides - if you don't ask for it, you won't get it, need to be pretty proactive - pretty simple "activities" - no frills like bathrooms or kayaks etc.
Ángela Deand
Ángela Deand
2017-04-26
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We can't be more grateful to have had the opportunity of experience the peace in Patoyo Kitesurfing Camping! Spending two weeks in Dimancal Island, gave us the chance to experiment the rural and traditional way of life, in touch with the nature and people. We have learnt how to cook with fire, how to open a coconut and how to survive in an environment where for a time we forget about unnecessary needs, just to focus on enjoy the small details and pleasures of life. Mentioning too the amazing snorkeling and beautiful islands around this place, which make it unique​ and special. It is a lovely option if you are running away from tourists and overcrowded places in the Philippines. You will find yourself in the middle of virgin beaches and nature, surrounding​ by charming people. We will definitely come back!
Caroline Danielle
Caroline Danielle
2017-02-13
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We haven't done a Tao tour, but I would suspect that this is a cheaper version of the same thing. Our boat operator (Benji) and the entire crew were were fun, friendly and made an effort to ensure we had a good time. If you get a large group of people together it can be a really inexpensive alternative to other Coron-El Nino and vice versa island hopping tours. The food was good, but more expensive than as advertised by Karl. The price quote we got was 100 php a meal, but the boat charged us 200. Since the food was good we didn't mind the extra expense, but it is important to keep in mind if you're on a budget. Definitely plan for some incidental spending. Our boat did have some mechanical issues and as a result we ended up being stuck in the same place for longer than we wanted to be. That being said, little could have been done about it and the trip was fun nonetheless.
Hauk Are Fjeld
Hauk Are Fjeld
2017-01-01
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If you believe that doing the touristic tours in El Nido and going to "The hidden beach" takes you off the beaten path, you are wrong. There are lots of beautiful places in Palawan, but few of these places are without any other tourists. If you want to spend some extra effort on getting away from the tourist places, and don't mind a little "primitive" living, Island Hopping in the Philippines is definitely something you should check out
Arnold Cabiguen
Arnold Cabiguen
2015-05-08
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The snorkeling in this area is phenomenal. Clearest waters in the world. I guess it's because there is relatively such lower tourist traffic through here, and the locals really protect the reefs!
Karel Kosman
Karel Kosman
2015-05-08
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Love it so much, just had to say it twice!

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  1. We are 7 friends going on a 3 day 2 night private boat tour in April, and we couldn’t be more excited! Karel is quick to reply to emails and very helpful in answering any questions we have.

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  2. My boyfriend and I have booked a private boat tour for two for April 2019. So far Karel has been very reactive to answer our many questions. We now look forward to defining all details with the boatman and just going for it!
    As for the partial advanced payment, so far we are very happy with the system. The interface is very practical because it relies on Paypal. One doesn’t need to have an account though, a simple credit card will also do.
    Philippines, here we come!

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  3. Hello Karel

    It’s Loïc, i join you on airbnb and you directed me to your website
    This is exactly what I want!
    We are not demanding and we want the authentic and adventure on the islands …
    We are two French, me and my girlfriend Camille!
    If you can offer us a private course in the islands around Linapacan or we will ferry ride from Coron.
    We will arrive in Coron April 12, 2017 at 13h 20 with a flight from Manila and set off again on April 19 to shackle a flight at 16:20!
    We want to visit Coron, these lakes, the lagoon and make a dive on a wreck and a path around Linapacan at least 3 days.
    The problem is that we do not know the day or we can join Linapacan and leave! can you help us organize our stay?
    We will organize the days Coron based on our expedition Linapacan …
    We want to snorkel, fish, see the most beautiful sites and uninhabited, through wild areas on foot and discover the culture and the islanders.
    Sleep 2 nights in rural and 1 Nights in tent on a desert island …
    We offer something for three or four days on Linapacan,
    Thank you in advance for your answer

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    • Hi Loic. You can check out the public banca ferries for their dates. If one is not departing shortly after your arrival to Coron I can look for a boatman for you. Whether a boatman picks you up from or takes you to Coron, he can also take you to some of the lagoons around it, saving you the fee of a local tour. I have a boatman in Coron but a little more expensive, so about 17,000p for about four day tour. My other boatmen are in Linapacan, so they would have to make two trips if you wanted pickup and taking back. If only one of the two, it would be cheaper, depending on the size of the boat. If you manage both legs by the public ferry, a local tour would cost about 2000p. This can be combined with tenting on a deserted island, pick up the next day.

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  4. Hi Sailor Sam,

    Can you kindly help me with my tour. So, we will be staying in Coron in December for four days. Then we plan to go to El Nido. But then I came across the Linapacan Island and since it is between Coron and El Nido, might as well stop there. We plan to stay maybe for 2 or 3 nights in the island. From Linapacan Island, would it be easy to book a boat going to El Nido? Likewise, what boat should we take going to Linapacan from Coron?

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  5. Hi there,
    I am coming to El Nido on 8th Dec and spending a few days diving. I will be bring my own gear with me, excluding weights and cylinders, so it’s just renting those, plus boat plus dive guide. I am a PADI Advanced Open Water plus Nitrox certified (just over 100 dives completed).

    I would catch the public ferry over to you and then take it from there for a couple of days. Thoughts/suggestions

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    • There are apparently two shipwrecks in this area, with the clearest waters in the world, but I have not used any of the diving services yet. In the process of collecting info, but there are three diving organisations operating here at the moment.

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  6. Hi
    My friend and I are interested in booking a boat tour from Coron to El Nido from 27th Jan to 29th. We would be interested in either joining a group or creating one (I can’t see how to put in a request on you boat tour page?). We’d be happy either camping or staying at family’s houses. Are there any groups planned to go these dates that we could join and what would that cost?
    I’d also be interested in kitesurfing, do you do lessons? I’ve been several times but I don’t have my own gear wouldn’t be happy to go out alone.
    Thanks

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  7. Hi we are interested in staying at the kitesurfing place, but don’t know yet if it will fit our itinerary..how long would you recommend us to book in advance in order to get all the information on how to get there exactly? Or is it possible to just show up? What would be the price if we bring our own tent and do you serve food there?

    Thanks a lot!

    Ben

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    • Hi Ben, you should check out my suggested travel itinerary for the Palawan area to help you plan your trip through here. It is possible to just show up, as I have almost 30 tents now, but you’d need to book in advance if you want to reserve a special one for yourself, details here. Also, make sure to at least inform me to pick you up or on your way, as there is no shop or restaurant on the island (except some homes can cook you rice and fish if they have caught extra that day) and guests need to help bring in food (I’ll pay for it once you get here).

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  8. Hi!
    Me husband and I are interested in doing one of your boat tours but we weren’t sure if the weather was going to be cooperative. On your FAQ page you mention that the waves can get big in February. We’re going to be in the area approximately 1/15-1/26.

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    • You can always check out the kitesurfing page which shows a weather/wind/wave forecast from two services. I’d say something over two metres would start to get scary for some, exciting for others. I’m told they can get as high as 4m. The local coast guards usually shut down the public ferries whenever the waves get above around 2m, while the private boat operators might continue. The greatest danger is if an engine fails and the boat starts to drift. The best option is to find an operator who takes care of his engines and has a backup (two engines) on board. I have a paid subscription with windguru.cz which allows me to see the forecast more than a week in advance. Sometimes I’ll make my own judgement call against the operator’s.

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  9. Im looking to stay in palawan from feb 01 to feb 06/16. I need to beback in manila for another flight 3pm. I would like to do isalnd hoping in El nido. For two people my girlfriend is a residenr in manila. Lmk thanks

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    • To comfortably travel through this area you should give yourself at least 7-10 days to give yourself enough time to see some of the beautiful nature spots, and then about 3-4 days for a boat tour. The ferries to and from Manila do not run every day and it can be stressful worrying about flight connections.

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  10. Hi, I’m very interested in Linapacan Islands Tour after reading your website, and I’ll go to Coron after The Spring Festival with my friends, the date is between the end of February and the beginning of March in 2016. In order to know more about the tour, now I have some questions to ask as below:
    1.Could you make the route from Coron to Coron if I have enough people(or you organize group for me)? Cause it will take me at least 5 hours from EI Nido to the Puerto Princesa Airport, I don’t want to go to EI Nido.
    2.Could you pick up us on Culion Island? Cause I’ll stay on Culion Island for 2 days, I think it will save time if I go to Linapacan Islands directly from Culion Island.
    3.Do you provide 4 days & 3 nights Linapacan Islands Tour? If you do, how much?
    4.Is the price of fishing excursions 300 peso per head or per boat?
    5.I know you provide Ship Wreck at Gui, Sidsid and Patuyo, which spot is the best? Is’t for diving, discover scuba diving or free diving? Dose the diving include gear? Can Discover Scuba Diving? If it can, how much?
    Looking forward to your reply, meanwhile, hope you send E-mail to me, thank you!

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    • Hi:
      1) Can be pretty well anything if the boat is available and paid for. If you organise a group then it will be cheaper per head. If a group is combined then some compromise could be sought. They usually dock in San Fernando, which is about one hour east of El Nido.
      2) Possible, but again, depends on (1) and if another group is already booked etc., but everything can be flexible. I know multiple boat operators as well.
      3) Custom orders should be arranged in advance but the prices should be relative.
      4) Usually should be about 1000p per boat.
      5) Diving includes gear but haven’t managed to get details from operator yet. We are also saving up for our own gear.
      Karel

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