Top Things to do in El Nido
What to do and see in El Nido, Mimaropa: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Why settle for a beachfront hotel when you can stay right over the ocean in a cottage on stilts? And why settle for any old dive site when you can snorkel in an orchid-walled lagoon? El Nido is known as the Philippines' last frontier, and if you're looking for magnificent beaches in an unspoiled setting, it's a perfect place for you to vacation.
Restaurants in El Nido
1. El Dive
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5.0 based on 212 reviews
We are a cosy and professional dive shop with PADI certificate instructors and brand new Mares equipments. We take time for our guests, want to create an unforgettable experience and would like you to enjoy the surroundings of El Nido, on surface and offshore, it's not only about the diving, it's about the heart of the sealife! Therefore our slogan is: take your time, go slow, definitely no rush!
2. The Philippine Experience
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5.0 based on 114 reviews
A unique "experience" with a mini flora / fauna trek, Arnis (traditional Filipino stick fighting), a mini cooking course, coconut climbing (with a rope & safety harness), trying your hand at local crafts, skills & games during a unique day all about the Philippines and it's people. Check our web address for upcoming dates and fb message us for details or to book your spot! It's 1800p to join. See you soon!
3. Submariner Diving Center
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5.0 based on 1,035 reviews
SUBMARINER DIVING CENTER is the first PADI 5 Star IDC and PADI TecRec Resort in El Nido, Palawan Philippines. Submariner is also certified as a AQUALUNG PARTNER CENTER who offers high standards in Diving and Education as well as diving gear branded by AQUALUNG and APEKS. Not only is the equipment considered a high standard, the staff are highly qualified and we ensure that everything is kept to international standards. For us diving is fun and enjoyable and that's what we want our guests to experience. We are located in the middle of the Main Beach of El Nido, come and visit us and learn more about Submariner and diving with us. From November 2012 Submariner have also been offering Diving Safari's to the world-famous WW2 wreck destination, Coron. After diving, we welcome you to the Eagle's Sport and Cocktail Bar located directly on the beach and Habibi Restaurant & Shisha Cafe located on the 1st floor where you can hang out and enjoy great food, drinks and perhaps even a Shisha!
4. Tabanka Divers El Nido
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5.0 based on 311 reviews
Simply Good Vibes - that's Tabanka Divers. Since 2012 based in El Nido, Palawan we teach PADI and SSI Scuba Diving Courses, go for daily Fun Diving trips and offer beachfront rooms at the best sunset-spot of El Nido. Start your PADI Open Water Diver Course online at home with PADI eLearning and finish the practical part in El Nido with us. You will explore the best Scuba Dive Sites already while your training. Safety, Quality and Personal Service are our highest priority. As a Scubapro Centre under german management with a Bauer Pure Air Filling Station you will use only high-end dive equipment. Don't forget to check out our loft-style beachfront rooms. Find us at El Nido's most laid-back Lugadia Beach (CorongCorong), only 5 minutes from town with a priceless sunset-view.
5. Entalula Island
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4.5 based on 210 reviews
Reviewed By sstaley - Brentwood, United Kingdom
It's a pretty big island so I guess this depends on which part of the island your boatman takes you. We enjoyed the view and having a part of the island all to ourselves. It's a great place to snorkel as well. There were lots of corals and it was beaming with marine life…
6. Snake Island (Vigan Island)
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4.5 based on 557 reviews
Reviewed By alberthazan45 - Haifa, Israel
A very special island where in low water, you just can walk inside the water to the island in front,,, Very special island,,it is a must, particularly in afternoon, during low tide.
7. Marimegmeg Beach
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4.5 based on 238 reviews
Reviewed By llauraa- - Helsinki, Finland
If I would come to El Nido one more time I would probably stay at Marimegmeg. A 10min tricycle ride from El Nido Town is this really nice and lively beach with tempting beach bars, nice restaurants and even a few clothing stores. I would highly recommend the combination we had: taking a zipline that ends just near the beach, having happy hour cocktails and watching sunset and later having a dinner in The Nesting table within a short climb from the beach. Perfection!
8. Ipil Beach
9. Simizu Island
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4.5 based on 249 reviews
Reviewed By solmaz_mehdizadeh - Mississauga, Canada
Simizu Island is located right between Miniloc Island on the north and Inatula Island on the south, and is part of the El Nido Tour A. Tourists taking Tour A will have their lunch here on the beach. The lunch consists of rice, seafood, watermelon, bananas, and vegetables, perfect to regain your strength and relax from the voyage. We really had a great time there. For sure, I wanna to visit again.
10. Payong-Payong Beach
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4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By eloiseind3rdworld - Quezon City, Philippines
This was our stop for lunch during our tour. We ate at the beach and swam around the place. It is small and the place gives off a very deserted island feel. Lots of photo opportunities here.
