El Nido is a world-class tourist destination located on
the northern part of Palawan. Known for its breathtaking beaches and
viewing spots for the most amazing sunsets, El Nido often falls on the
list of “I-wish-I-could-afford-that” vacation plans that gets forgotten.
But what if we told you that you can tour this paradise for only 5,000 pesos? Sounds too good to be true? Start reviewing your El Nido bucket list as ‘Biyahe ni Drew’ offers you this rare sulit-package itinerary for your very own slice of heaven on earth!
But what if we told you that you can tour this paradise for only 5,000 pesos? Sounds too good to be true? Start reviewing your El Nido bucket list as ‘Biyahe ni Drew’ offers you this rare sulit-package itinerary for your very own slice of heaven on earth!
Getting There
Excluded from the 5,000-peso budget is the airfare ---which you can
avail at discounted rates during off seasons. Round trip flights between
Manila and El Nido take about an hour and cost around P 12,000 per
head. This is not bad considering the comfort and relatively shorter
travel time.
But if you’re tight on your budget but not on your precious hours, you may opt to fly to Puerto Princesa and then take a six to seven hour drive from there. Airfare from Manila to Puerto Princesa will cost you around P 7,000. The best bit about this option: you don’t need to worry about spending more to get to El Nido because the transfer is included in the 5,000-peso budget. Hooray!
But if you’re tight on your budget but not on your precious hours, you may opt to fly to Puerto Princesa and then take a six to seven hour drive from there. Airfare from Manila to Puerto Princesa will cost you around P 7,000. The best bit about this option: you don’t need to worry about spending more to get to El Nido because the transfer is included in the 5,000-peso budget. Hooray!
Activity no. 1: Island Hopping
Things to bring: shades, sunblock, and lots of stamina
Many islands comprise the paradise that is El Nido. One group, popular
because of its proximity to the town proper, is included if you avail of
a tour package. Aboard a motor boat, visit the islands of Small and Big
Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, and Paglugaban.
Kayaking, swimming, and
snorkeling are just some of the most common activities in the islands.
For no extra charge, you may pretend to be an Indian chieftain atop a
kayak, swim in clear waters ala-Michael Phelps, or go see the little
fishies in their natural habitat. Nothing beats viewing nature up close,
eh?
Because nature in its most virginal form is the islands’ main
attraction, a trip to The Cathedral is something you should not miss.
The Cathedral is a glorious rock formation inside a cave similar to the
high ceiling of a cathedral. (Warning: Bats and swallows are part of the
tour.)
