Private El Nido Express
Escape the crowds of El Nido with this private package
Set sail on this private El Nido tour package exploring limestone cliffs,
jungle-fringed beaches and hidden lagoons on a private three-day, two-
night expedition. For groups of up to 24, this is a short, soul-stirring
journey through the Philippines’ last frontier.
Private voyage
The El Nido Escape is a three-day, two-night private El Nido tour package for groups of up to 24 on one of our specially converted bangkas. Departing from El Nido, you’ll sail through Bacuit Bay, exploring uninhabited islands, secret lagoons and quiet fishing villages. Your route and rhythm are your own, guided by Tao’s local islander crew who handle everything from cooking to navigation.
Live it
Days are filled with swimming, snorkelling and exploring Palawan’s limestone karsts and coral reefs. Each night, dock at one of Tao’s secluded basecamps, where you’ll drift off to sleep in one of our signature tukas as you listen to the sound of waves crashing against the shore. Evenings bring fresh seafood, laughter and stories under a canopy of stars.
Make it your own
The El Nido Escape is adventure without compromise. Perfect for birthdays, reunions or making memories with friends just for the hell of it, this journey combines complete freedom with Tao’s signature hospitality. Add an extra day, request a lechon (a whole spit-roasted pig) or simply let the wind decide your route. Three days, countless memories and the kind of peace that only comes at sea. This is El Nido’s premier private tour package.
The gold standard
20 YEARS EXPERIENCE Get you off the beaten track El Nido, Linapacan and Coron
SAFETY & COMFORT Rigorous training and adapted boats make us second to none
FOOD AND DRINK Our meals are served with our special brand of hospitality
EDUCATION & LIVELIHOOD Each contributes directly and indirectly to the community
EXCLUSIVE PROPERTIES Pristine locations, limited access and bespoke design
Included highlights
Stay in Tao’s off-grid bamboo basecamps, hidden in coves, jungles and island communities. Sleep in our hand-crafted Tuka huts, their bird-beak curves designed for shade, breeze, and connection to nature.
The Lost Boys are your island-born crew. Sailors, cooks, and storytellers who bring the Tao journey to life. Born of the islands, they guide with laughter, skill, and soul, turning every voyage into the adventure of a lifetime.
We’re passionate about food, serving native fruits and vegetables from our farm, freshly caught seafood and occasionally home-reared pork. Served family-style on sharing plates. Big on flavour, Filipino food is soulful, generous, and seasonal.
Dive in! Jump overboard to snorkel vibrant coral reefs, swim to secluded beaches, or relax on deck with a book. The Tao Experience is a social gathering, but there’s always space to step back, disconnect and find your own rhythm.
Experience the healing touch of Tao’s island massage, offered by women from our Foundation, using coconut oil pressed at our farm. Simple, soulful, and scented with sea air (and coconut, of course).
Get away from the crowds of El Nido with just your closest friends or family on a three-day private expedition among limestone karsts and secret lagoons. Explore secret beaches, swim in turquoise bays and share meals under the stars. This is freedom, connection and calm at sea.
A bespoke trip designed around you
A bespoke trip designed around you
Adventurous
Set sail on this private El Nido tour package through limestone cliffs, jungle-fringed beaches and hidden lagoons on a private three-day, two-night expedition. For groups of up to 24, this is a short, soul-stirring journey through the Philippines’ last frontier
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