Discover El Nido Travel & Tours
Discover El Nido Travel & Tours
Discover El Nido Travel & Tours
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Discover El Nido is an adventure tour agency operating in El Nido, Palawan. We offer a variety of exciting island trips including expedition tours, amazing inland tours, paintball, cliff jumping, free diving, regular island hopping and many more. We pride ourselves in offering the best service in El Nido with our guests' satisfaction being our utmost priority!. Discover El Nido is here to give you the adventure of a lifetime in one of the most exciting island destinations in the World!
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Armyn Anne M
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Feb 2023 • Family
We went to El Nido, Palawan last February 7-11, 2023. We chose Discover El Nido for our island hopping adventure for 3 days. It was not cheap to tell you honestly. But I thought, if it was worth every penny, then why not. We were a group of six and one of our companions is a senior citizen so we picked the private tour which means that we’ll have the boat to ourselves making our tour a bit more expensive than usual. I have paid all the packages in full before arriving in Palawan so by the time that we arrived at the Discover El Nido office, we just need to wait for the clearance from Coast Guard. After we have been cleared, we were introduced to our tour guide named Ej. Ej gave a few reminders before we headed to the beach front where we will board the boat. Ej always informed us of the name of the island before arriving and also gave a few history about the different islands. He always helped us in going up and down from our boat especially our mom. Our first day was extra special since it was my brother’s birthday and it was also my boyfriend and I’s monthsary. I have given instructions to buy a cake with dedication which will serve as a surprise for my brother. Ej ensured that it will really be a surprise and waited for my go signal as to when they will bring out the cake! Ej also has some great photography skills that’s why we really looked great on our pictures. Not only that, he also knows how to do the human drone technique! I have totally entrusted my phone to him! He ensured that aside from the pictures, we also have videos that we can cherish. On our third day, the owner of Discover El Nido upgraded us and let us use the company’s speedboat! What a truly amazing surprise! Ej also chose a private island that was not included in the package to ensure that we were the ones there which was really the cherry on top! Overall, I can really say that what I paid was really worth it. We felt safe during the entire experience. We felt Ej’s care for us and we can really say that he’s really an expert in what he does. I don’t think that our island hopping would be that enjoyable and memorable if it wasn’t for Ej. We will surely return and we will look again for Ej as our tour guide! Yes, you can request for a specific tour guide! Thank you again, Ej and Discover El Nido.
Written February 18, 2023
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Discover El Nido! We're glad that you found the tour to be worth every penny and that our team, particularly your guide Ej, made your island hopping adventure extra special. We appreciate your trust in us and we're thrilled to hear that we exceeded your expectations with the surprise upgrades and Ej's photography and human drone skills. Thank you for choosing Discover El Nido, and we hope to see you again soon with Ej as your guide!
Written March 26, 2023
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Anna Marie B
1 contribution
May 2023 • Solo
The Discover El Nido Travel and Tours is a highly recommend tour company in El Nido, Palawan. Why? because their tour guide is very good and very energetic, I really enjoyed it and that I enjoyed my first tour here. Kuya Arnel is our tour guide, he is very funny and good at entertaining his guests and you will never get bored here, this is my experience in (Tour A) which has five destinations that are very touching, beautiful and delicious dinner. Thank you very much kuya Arnel for taking a picture of me. The second time I went back to the island tour, I chose (Tour C) because I wanted to be able to visit our tour guide here and kuya Julius, kuya Jason, they were so funny (and takenote they even brought a guitar) we enjoyed it so much to them because they are singers and there is even a disco. I will never forget my experience that you should only visit the Islands in El Nido and choose Discover El Nido. I'm sure you won't regret it as I became their guest. I enjoyed you so much and I got a lot of experience here. Thank you kuya Julius for taking a good picture of me.
Written May 24, 2023
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Angelica P
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Mar 2023 • Family
What a breathtaking way to revisit Philippines after 27 years! Booking a tour through Discover El Nido Travel And Tours was seamless. Not to mention the wonderful staff who was in charge of our private tour. Thank you to your guide Alden, who not only eloquently shared with us the history of El Nido and its islands, he also creatively and patiently took pictures and videos of us throughout the trip. Thank you to Chef Oliver, who prepared a restaurant like spread of food. It was impressively made in the small nook located on the back of the local speedboat. Lastly, to the captain of the boat, Baldo. Without him, we would not have been able to get to our 5 island destinations, comfortably and safely. Outstanding team! Thank you for such a memorable experience. I highly recommend a private tour and if you can get these 3 men team on board, you're guaranteed an awesome experience!
Written March 13, 2023
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Thank you for choosing Discover El Nido Travel and Tours for your recent private tour and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you had a breathtaking experience revisiting the Philippines after 27 years.
We're thrilled that our booking process was seamless and that our team of staff, including Alden, Chef Oliver, and Captain Baldo provided you with a memorable experience. It's great to know that Alden's knowledge of the history of El Nido and its islands, as well as his photography skills, impressed you. We're also pleased to hear that Chef Oliver's impressive spread of food satisfied your taste buds. And last but not least, we're happy that Captain Baldo's skills in navigating the boat safely and comfortably made your tour possible.
We're grateful for your recommendation of a private tour with our team, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in the future.
Thank you for choosing Discover El Nido Travel and Tours.
Written March 26, 2023
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Gretchen G
Fort Collins, CO122 contributions
Oct 2022
My husband and I visited El Nido for 5 nights and on three of our days we used Discover El Nido for their Island Hopping Tours. The first tour was so great that we booked a second and then a third. In fact, we also booked them for a private car to and from Puerto Princesa/El Nido, which was a really nice way to travel back and forth given the fact that the trip is 5 hours long. Getting to El Nido is not easy, but it is worth it. At first you wonder why you traveled so far to get to a series of islands, but once you settle in you become very content with the choice to journey to El Nido. There are more than 1700 islands in Palawan, so the options for what to do are endless. Discover Tours has 4 “island hopping” tour packages, and we did 3 out of the 4. It is hard to beat a day of island hopping and amazing island lunches for the price (around $25 per person), so we decided to spend most of our time on their tours. The landscapes are breathtaking, and the snorkeling was incredible. Of course, if you are a diver, you can also opt for scuba tours. We are not SCUBA certified, so we chose to do the island hopping with kayaking and snorkeling. The tours are simple, yet well organized. The guides are excellent and the lunch that is included is truly remarkable given the fact that you are on a boat for a couple of hours before they serve you with barbecued fish, prawns, pork, rice, chicken, noodles, and fruits. Every tour we took was a bit different, and all of the islands we stopped at were beyond beautiful. The company was helpful, affordable, and communicative. We felt safe and taken care of the entire time. I would highly recommend Discover El Nido for any tour or information you are looking for
Written October 19, 2022
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Thank you so much for taking the time in giving us a 5-star rating. We really appreciate it! We take pride in knowing that our customers are satisfied with their whole experience here in El Nido. We sincerely value your support, so thank you again! We hope to see you again on your next tour with us.
Written October 28, 2022
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Nico A
San Francisco, CA1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Friends
Amazing! 5 stars for experience and staff!
This is a very popular tour. We asked and most people said to try this specific island hopping tour.
The staff, from the check in, to drivers were great but HUGE props to Aicen and Jayson who led our trip. Their energy, charisma, genuine kindness made this trip worth it and then some. (I’m going to see if I can talk to someone about getting them tomorrow as well!).
Originally I had two days booked back to back tours (A and C) but halfway through the day didn’t think I’d have the energy to go, (it’s kinda tiring being out on a boat that long) but the crew was so great; that I’m deciding to push through and go!
The food was another highlight! They cooked it on the back of the boat and got it off the boat and onto a white sand beach for us. A classic Filipino spread, tt definitely hit the spot was cooked with love.
Things some people might complain about that I personally don’t feel docks them points:
Boat was a little busier than expected. It would be nice to have a little more space- but if that’s a serious issue- book the private tour.
The locations were crowded. But what can you do?! Almost everyone that visits is recommend to do these tours so that’s just how it is. Our boat actually detoured when they saw the first stop on the route was crowded.
Would 100% recommend this tour and company to a friend /loved one.
This is a very popular tour. We asked and most people said to try this specific island hopping tour.
The staff, from the check in, to drivers were great but HUGE props to Aicen and Jayson who led our trip. Their energy, charisma, genuine kindness made this trip worth it and then some. (I’m going to see if I can talk to someone about getting them tomorrow as well!).
Originally I had two days booked back to back tours (A and C) but halfway through the day didn’t think I’d have the energy to go, (it’s kinda tiring being out on a boat that long) but the crew was so great; that I’m deciding to push through and go!
The food was another highlight! They cooked it on the back of the boat and got it off the boat and onto a white sand beach for us. A classic Filipino spread, tt definitely hit the spot was cooked with love.
Things some people might complain about that I personally don’t feel docks them points:
Boat was a little busier than expected. It would be nice to have a little more space- but if that’s a serious issue- book the private tour.
The locations were crowded. But what can you do?! Almost everyone that visits is recommend to do these tours so that’s just how it is. Our boat actually detoured when they saw the first stop on the route was crowded.
Would 100% recommend this tour and company to a friend /loved one.
Written March 15, 2023
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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us on TripAdvisor. We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time on Tour A and that our staff made it a memorable experience for you. We appreciate your kind words for Aicen and Jayson, and we will be sure to pass your compliments along to them. We are also delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food that was prepared for you during the tour.
We understand that the boat can get a little busy, but we do our best to provide a comfortable experience for all of our guests. As you mentioned, private tours are available for those who prefer a more exclusive experience. We also appreciate your understanding of the crowded locations, but we are glad to hear that our crew was able to detour to find a less crowded spot for your enjoyment.
Thank you again for your recommendation and we hope to see you again soon for another exciting adventure in El Nido!
Written March 26, 2023
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Jasmine C
1 contribution
Feb 2023
I visited el nido for 10 days and did 3 different island hopping tours with discover el nido. Every single tour was a blast ranging from big to small groups of people from all over the world. I got to visit so many beautiful places - the big lagoon being one of my favourites! They provide different activities like snorkelling and kayaking. You don’t have to be a strong swimmer to enjoy these tours and the tour guides and the boat crews are always there to look after your safety. The tour guides will also take amazing pictures of you during these tours. If you have your own snorkel gear and water shoes, I recommend to bring your own. If not, they can be rented for 100 pesos each. I’d like to thank Jina, Jayson, Julius, Albert, Ejay, Jordan, Leonard, captain Ray and captain Geman for an amazing experience!! I’ll never forget the memories I made in el nido and already can’t wait to be back! Thank you everyone ❤️❤️
Written February 11, 2023
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Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Discover El Nido! We are thrilled to hear that you had a blast during all three of your island hopping tours, and that you enjoyed visiting so many beautiful places, including the big lagoon. We're also glad to hear that you found the different activities offered, such as snorkeling and kayaking, enjoyable, and that the tour guides and boat crews ensured your safety throughout the tours. We appreciate your recommendation to bring your own snorkel gear and water shoes, or to rent them on-site for a nominal fee.
We will be sure to pass along your thanks to Jina, Jayson, Julius, Albert, Ejay, Jordan, Leonard, captain Ray, and captain Geman for providing you with an amazing experience in El Nido. We're delighted to hear that they helped create memories that you will never forget. We look forward to welcoming you back to El Nido for another adventure with us soon!
Written March 26, 2023
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Jermain U
2 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Whe me and my fiancé went to El nido, Palawan we came across the office of discover el nido and tours we went in and they greeted us with a smile and joyful vibes, they offered us some tours and we choose the tour c, when the tour started me and my fiancé was amazed on the beauty of el nido! I would like to thank and congratulate Discover el nido travel and tours for having a great prices on tours and i wanted to give kuya Ejay and Juluis a special mention for assisting and accompanying us and making sure all of the tourist that went on tour c with us are safe! Thank you so much Discover el nido travel and tours!
Written May 31, 2023
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samanderikka
Doha, Qatar5 contributions
Jul 2022
Our tour was amazing, and what made it extra special was the awesome crew; Jayson, Capt. Rey, Joel and Louie. Jayson not only took the BEST instagrammable pictures, but he also went above and beyond by assisting my mum in swimming and kayaking as she is not the most experienced swimmer! He guided us through the snorkeling and explained a lot about the marine life of El Nido. The crew kept us entertained with their funny jokes and made us feel very safe throughout the whole journey. We were so excited to find out that we got the same crew the second time around, and hopefully when we return next year.
Written July 18, 2022
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Dear Samocamps,
Thank you for choosing Discover Elnido and thank you for your awesome review. We are so thrilled reading this that you guys enjoyed and had a blast during your tour. We appreciate that you guys loved the service that our crew is providing you. We hope to see you again!
Written October 17, 2022
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Aisa V
1 contribution
May 2023 • Friends
The provided Tour A from Discover El Nido Travel & Tours was amazing and the guys EJ and Julius do the best to make this tour memorable. This guys are entertainers, best insta photographer and took care timing to arrive at locations when they were less crowded. The whole crew was We never have to worry about anything!
Written May 27, 2023
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Thank you for the amazing review! We're thrilled that you had an unforgettable experience on Tour A with EJ and Julius as your guides. Their dedication to making your tour memorable shines through their entertaining personalities and excellent photography skills. We're glad they took care of timing to ensure you could enjoy the locations without crowds. Our entire crew aims to provide worry-free experiences for our guests. Thank you for choosing Discover El Nido Travel & Tours, and we hope to welcome you back for more incredible adventures in the future!
Written May 29, 2023
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Trek62472397628
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Friends
Aicen and the crew were very accommodating and professional with a witty sense of humour. My friend and I enjoyed the tour and whenever they saw an island/beach full with people, they change the trajectory of the trip to an emptier spot. Definitely recommend the agency for your tours in El Nido.
Written April 5, 2023
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We are incredibly grateful for your kind words and taking the time to share your experience with us. We are glad to hear that Aicen and the crew provided you with a professional, accommodating, and humorous tour experience. We are thrilled to know that our team's efforts to find quieter spots made your trip even more enjoyable. At Discover El Nido, we strive to provide our guests with the best possible experience, and it is rewarding to hear that we succeeded in doing so. Thank you for recommending our agency, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable journey with us!
Written April 6, 2023
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범석 서
Siheung, South Korea
Hello! I want to make a reservation for the tour. 2 persons on Dec 21th and 22th. Do you have websites?
Gimmygizmo1
Swindon, UK31 contributions
Do you have a website or Facebook page with details of you island hopping tours please
Peony Amorette E
1 contribution
what is your website amd contact number? wish to book a private tour A in el nido for june. cheers!
Donde V
Barangay Buena Suerte, Philippines21 contributions
Our website is discoverelnidocom you can check our website and book your tour from there. We hope to accommodate you in one of our activity soon.
1maryjanev
Calgary, Canada2 contributions
Hello Karly. I would like to ask you with regards to the Combo tour package you had in El Nido Palawan. I'm just wondering did the whole Tour A and C happened in 1 day only or was it 2 separate days?
AcadianCanadian85
Lausanne, Switzerland133 contributions
Each tour is a full day there it would be 2 separate days.
Hi!
I go to Palawan 3/5-6/5 and i want to go out and trolling for big fishes
I also want to do some bottomfishing
So i want to know if you do that kind of fishingtrips
And if you do how it works, what are the prices
Ove from Sweden
Donde V
Barangay Buena Suerte, Philippines21 contributions
Hi Ove,
Thank you for contacting us.
We do bottom Fishing where you can catch medium size grouper or snapper. When is your plan?
Pwint Z
Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar11 contributions
hi i want to come palawan on april and want to ask about the tour packages that you have. Do you have whatsapp account or facebook?
Donde V
Barangay Buena Suerte, Philippines21 contributions
Hello,
Greetings from Discover Elnido!
We have a website where you can find details and pricing of each activities. You can also reach us on our email.
Many thanks
Donde
Pwint Z
Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar11 contributions
hi i want to come palawan on april and want to ask about the tour packages that you have. Do you have whatsapp account or facebook?
AcadianCanadian85
Lausanne, Switzerland133 contributions
Hi! Yes they have different tour packages. Here’s a site where you can find more details :
If you can, i would recommend doing tour A and C. Tour C is quite popular and takes you on a journey to beautiful islands, beaches and snorkeling spots, and to an uncanny place. I loved tour A since it’s the only tour to the Lagunes! Beautiful a d breathtaking.
Go look on the el nido paradise internet site, it'll give you all the details about el nido tours. But it' from 2016-2017 so the prices may differ.
I did Tour A and payed 1300.
Enjoy!
Adam C
Brunswick, Australia11 contributions
Hi there. two days ago I made a booking request for Saturday 16th December for island hopping tour A for my partner and I on a group tour. Your website advised that we would receive a 50% deposit invoice to pay via Paypal. We have not yet received this or any confirmation of our booking. Did you receive it or should I try rebooking?
Donde V
Barangay Buena Suerte, Philippines21 contributions
Hi Adam.
Thank you for reaching out. We have sent you invoice request via Paypal. Have you received any? We also email you back. Maybe we are having a trouble on our internet connection. Just let us know if it did not went through. Thank you
Gail
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