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!
El Nido, Philippines
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XxMike_
Sydney, Australia16 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Did Tour A, B& C and could not have gone better tour guide (Rocky) was fantastic and very pleasant. Looked after us every minute of the trip and he is an expert and ensuring you have a great time. so was the chef and captain. The food served was fantastic. We decided to do all on private tours (not speed boat - just private which is a smaller boat but same style as the group boats) and we would recommend anyone contemplating to go for private if you want to increase your chances of missing the crowd at all spots and getting photos done without another 50pple in it. Overall we think we got lucky by deciding on this company and never regretted the decision. If we ever go back we will use them again and definitely try and get Rocky again. He's a Legend.
Written March 8, 2020
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Viola
Cesena, Italy31 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
First of all: many thanks to Aldin, our guide and to the rest of the team that took us on tours A and C (private tours for a group of 4 people).
If you are thinking of booking through Discover El Nido we highly recommend you to ask for Aldin as your guide. He was always kind to us, explained in details the spots we were visiting in a great and easy to understand English. Moreover, Aldin is great at taking photos and he was always suggesting us on best spots and funny poses.
In general we were not very lucky in terms of weather as the sea was quite rough during our tours, but the team always found ways to make the days the most enjoyable. Also, in spite of the waves we always felt safe as we were never left alone but always accompanied.
Lunch was served on secluded beaches and was always more than enough for us.
One only advice: if you have the need to speak to someone at discover el nido office, make sure that they do understand your requests because the ladies there don’t alway seem to understand (but unfortunately they tend to say always Yes, maybe to be polite, which can lead to misunderstanding and frustration). In case of need, just ask to speak with the manager, that in our case was able to understand and accommodate our requests.
Aldin and his crew would deserve 5 stars. We rate the overall experience 4 stars because of the above issues.
If you are thinking of booking through Discover El Nido we highly recommend you to ask for Aldin as your guide. He was always kind to us, explained in details the spots we were visiting in a great and easy to understand English. Moreover, Aldin is great at taking photos and he was always suggesting us on best spots and funny poses.
In general we were not very lucky in terms of weather as the sea was quite rough during our tours, but the team always found ways to make the days the most enjoyable. Also, in spite of the waves we always felt safe as we were never left alone but always accompanied.
Lunch was served on secluded beaches and was always more than enough for us.
One only advice: if you have the need to speak to someone at discover el nido office, make sure that they do understand your requests because the ladies there don’t alway seem to understand (but unfortunately they tend to say always Yes, maybe to be polite, which can lead to misunderstanding and frustration). In case of need, just ask to speak with the manager, that in our case was able to understand and accommodate our requests.
Aldin and his crew would deserve 5 stars. We rate the overall experience 4 stars because of the above issues.
Written January 26, 2020
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ElpidaRo
Athens, Greece62 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Both tours we took were great and well organised, but personally I preferred tour C, it's more unique! The departure was a bit delayed, but both tours after all were worth it. Albert was an amazing guide, funny and friendly, and he had great knowledge of the area and the spots worthy to see. He definitely made our tour better! The food was also good,with a great variety of fruit, fish and chicken. The only negative thing about the tours is that you have to pay for kayaks in specific destinations, but this is regardless of the company you choose. Thank you all for the amazing experience!
Written February 7, 2020
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Jas_Nisha_Travels
72 contributions
Jan 2020
We had 3 days of tours booked with Discover El Nido during our stay, including tours A B and C. The overall experience with Discover El Nido was 10/10.
Due to weather conditions, tour C couldn't go ahead. However, tours A and B were fantastic. The team at Discover El Nido provide a fantastic level of service, ensuring safety of all travellers at all times, efficiency and an all round fun atmosphere.
A special thank you to Ricky, Mickey and Gina for their help on each day.
Touching on the cancellation for tour C, the team at Discover El Nido offered us a transfer/shuttle to NacPan beach which turned out to be another fantastic day. Would recommend a visit here.
We would 100% recommend Discover El Nido to all travellers.
Due to weather conditions, tour C couldn't go ahead. However, tours A and B were fantastic. The team at Discover El Nido provide a fantastic level of service, ensuring safety of all travellers at all times, efficiency and an all round fun atmosphere.
A special thank you to Ricky, Mickey and Gina for their help on each day.
Touching on the cancellation for tour C, the team at Discover El Nido offered us a transfer/shuttle to NacPan beach which turned out to be another fantastic day. Would recommend a visit here.
We would 100% recommend Discover El Nido to all travellers.
Written January 8, 2020
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Armyn Anne M
6 contributions
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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Gretchen G
Fort Collins, CO162 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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Angelica P
4 contributions
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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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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We're delighted to hear about your positive experience with Discover El Nido Travel and Tours! It's fantastic that you enjoyed the vibrant energy and entertainment provided by our guides. Exploring the beautiful destinations, savoring delicious dinners, and creating lasting memories are what we strive to offer. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in El Nido.
Written October 30, 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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Jera may E
Dumaguete City, Philippines1 contribution
Apr 2024 • Friends
Our Tour C experience in El Nido was truly mesmerizing. From boarding the boat to witnessing the stunning sunset, every moment overflowed with awe and wonder. Tour C whisked us away to El Nido's most breathtaking spots, unveiling the natural beauty of this tropical paradise. Cruising through crystal-clear waters, encircled by towering limestone cliffs, we were entranced by the ever-changing scenery. Each stop along the way revealed a new facet of El Nido's charm, leaving us in constant amazement. Throughout the tour, our guide was knowledgeable and attentive, providing insights into the local flora and fauna while ensuring our safety and comfort. The boat crew also went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. As the day drew to a close, we were treated to a stunning sunset, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. It was the perfect end to an unforgettable day of exploration and adventure.💙🍃🌊🐚
Written April 10, 2024
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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?
Written December 1, 2019
Do you have a website or Facebook page with details of you island hopping tours please
Written June 17, 2018
what is your website amd contact number? wish to book a private tour A in el nido for june. cheers!
Written May 14, 2018
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.
Written June 6, 2018
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?
Written April 19, 2018
Each tour is a full day there it would be 2 separate days.
Written May 15, 2018
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
Written April 11, 2018
Hi Ove,
Thank you for contacting us.
We do bottom Fishing where you can catch medium size grouper or snapper. When is your plan?
Written April 11, 2018
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?
Written January 21, 2018
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
Written January 22, 2018
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?
Written January 21, 2018
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!
Written January 21, 2018
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?
Written December 4, 2017
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
Written December 4, 2017
Hi! How many guests maximum do you take on standard expedition tours? Thanks
Written November 9, 2017
Hi,
Thank you for contacting us. Maximum is 12 and minimum is 4. Would you like to book expedition trip?
Discover Elnido
Written November 10, 2017
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