ISLAND HOPPING GUIDE
The island days worth booking a whole trip around.
The 15 island hopping trips travellers rate highest in the Philippines, from the limestone lagoons of El Nido and the wreck-and-lake days around Coron to the white sand off Boracay and the reef stops near Cebu. Which boat, which islands, which lagoon to swim first.
El Nido Tour A hits Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos Beach, and Big Lagoon kayaking, with lunch included for great value.
Most Popular“It was amazing, allowed us to take as much times as we wanted everywhere, took pictures of us and the lunch was great!”
El Nido Tour C covers Hidden Beach, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island, Matinloc Shrine and more, with snorkeling and lunch for $29.
“It was simple and good In the beginning u just need to find the company make sure you are aware of everything The boat may wait a bit if people are late or last minute sign ups. All island entrances were free except the designated shrine as mentioned before. It’s optional to go. Helicopter is…”
Spend a full day island-hopping in Honda Bay near Puerto Princesa: snorkeling stops, Luli sandbar, Cowrie lunch, and optional beach massage.
“This was a great tour. I am a solo traveler, and we had a great group. I also enjoyed interacting with all the other groups that were touring Honda Bay that day. The food was also fantastic. That's not something that can usually be said for these types of tours. But the layout and presentation,…”
Social El Nido island hopping with Haqqy Life: Seven Commandos, Big Lagoon kayaking, snorkeling, buffet lunch, and a Frendz rooftop pool party.
“Amazing from start to finish. Perfect time management, full of energy tour guides especially Leomar and Jade - the dancing was the highlight of the boat rides in between the islands The food was delicious, islands were paradise Would highly recommend!!”
El Nido Tour B island hopping in Bacuit Bay with Snake Island sandbars, Popolkan snorkeling, WW2 caves, and Entalula’s white sand, plus lunch.
“I strongly recommend this tour as it is less visited and in a smaller boat. We were only 13 ppl (compared to 36 on tour A). So It was a cozy trip. Especially the sandbar was cool to visit - it might have been even cooler to visit during low tide.”
Port Barton island hopping for turtles, coral reefs, and BBQ lunch. Gear and fees included, $36, 7 hours.
“This trip was amazing. The boat group was really professional and they knew how to makeita custimers happy. They did their Best to make custimors to see turtles and seastars. Also they cooked a fantastic meal. Absolutely the Best trip we have ever been. Strongly recommended.”
Private 4-hour Boracay island hopping with Crystal Cove, Magic Island, Puka Shell Beach, Tambisaan lunch, and snorkeling gear included.
“Great experience and value. The lunch was significantly more than we had expected. The snorkeling near Crocodile Island was good. We saw much more during the time we had than anyone else on the cruise. Great guide and boat crew. Read more”
Sunrise dolphins off Panglao, then Balicasag turtle swim and coral snorkeling on a small-group 6-hour tour with hotel pickup.
“Sarah was our tour guide for the day and she was amazing. We were not able to see delphines but we saw a turtle 🐢”
A 5-hour Boracay island-hopping boat tour with Crystal Cove entry, snorkeling gear, and BBQ lunch. Expect scenic stops and fun guides.
“Great day, the sailing was great, with short distances between stops. the islands are each very different, and the time on each was adequate to get a good feel for them. The included lunch was amazing fresh seafood and beautifully presented.”
Mactan island hopping with a private boat, snorkeling at Gilutungan, Caohagan, and Nalusuan, plus a BBQ-style lunch with hotel pickup.
“Tour was very well organised. Driver of the pick up van and boat hands were very nice and polite. Overall good trip.”
Seacret 50ft catamaran island hopping in El Nido: Big Lagoon, Star Beach, Hidden Beach, Seven Commandos with lunch and private beach access.
“This trip had definitely put the bar higher. It’s no longer the destination but the entire sail itself is beyond my expectations. Hats off to the entire boat crew, they’re made everything spectacular.”
A 5-hour Boracay island-hopping boat trip with snorkeling, Crystal Cove, and a buffet lunch. Clear water, easy gear, and great guides.
“Lyn was an amazing guide. So friendly and knowledgeable. The day wouldn’t have been the nearly as good without her. Highly Recommended!”
El Nido Tour A hits Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island snorkeling, and Secret Lagoon, with a buffet lunch and buffet-style value for $23.
“Beuatiful Scene4y and the guides were professional, very helpful and it was so much fun.”
El Nido Tour A pairs Big Lagoon kayaking, Secret Lagoon, snorkeling, and Shimizu Island picnic lunch, plus Seven Commandos Beach time.
“Such a fun day everything was amazing and well organized. The only thing I would say it had no vegetarian options for lunch other than rice and noodles 😂”
El Nido Tour A hops past Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, and Seven Commando Beach, with lunch and transport. Budget for local fees.
“I highly recommend taking the Tour A hosted by LoveLynne tours. Their crew takes great care of you and puts together a huge lunch full of fruits, veggies, fish, chicken, pork, and don’t forget the rice.”
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