The Bacuit Archipelago is another typical example of the Philippines‘ divine island architecture, featuring as it does incredible beauty all around. Idyllic islands, dazzling beaches and many resorts are the norm in this island sanctuary.
Island hopping is the main pastime in the Bacuit Archipelago, along with exploring the numerous beaches here. El Nido is the main town in the region, from where visitors can charter a boat or get on a boat tour of the Bacuit Archipelago.
There is something like three-dozen islands to choose from, including the likes of Miniloc, Pangalusian, and Snake islands. Big Lagoon on Miniloc Island is a major highlight and is especially impressive during a full moon, while nearby Small Lagoon is perfect for the adventure type. Snake Island has the best sunbathing; Pangalusian superior snorkeling.
Closer to El Nido for those in search of a good beach are Commando Beach, Paradise Beach, and Lapus-Lapus Beach, all of which have fine sands and great coral for snorkeling.
Getting There & Away
Puerto Princesa Airport lies just outside the Palawan capital and is the main airport in the province, yet El Nido within the Bacuit Archipelago receives direct flights from Manila with a journey time of 1 hour. The drive from Puerto Princesa to El Nido is several hours.