El Nido
Kayak between limestone cliffs into El Nido’s Big Lagoon, where shallow turquoise water deepens to green beneath the rock walls.
Paddle beyond the entrance for quieter water, then pause to let the surface settle beneath the cliffs. Access is by accredited Tour A or private charter; retain your municipal fee ticket and check whether lagoon entry and kayak hire are included. Plastic bottles are banned on tours, so bring a refillable bottle and never stand on coral. Coast Guard weather suspensions cancel sailings.
- Best light
- Midday
- Best months
- Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May
- Time needed
- A full day