Palawan Boat Expeditions
Pioneering experiences in the most acclaimed islands in Southeast Asia
We curate expeditions in the remote islands of Palawan–between El Nido, Linapacan, and Coron–defined by our renowned cuisine, bamboo architecture, and unique style of Filipino hospitality.
Your adventure starts here
Sleep in
the Tuka.
Unique shelters shaped like bird beaks—built to catch the breeze, hold the shade, and keep you close to nature.
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Explore remote islands on a local bangka
Escape the crowds and travel with like-minded others across the islands of West Busuanga and Daracoton Bay on a boat all to yourselves.
Stay in off-grid bamboo basecamps
Hidden in coves and jungles. Sleep in our bird-beak Tuka huts designed for shade, breeze, and connection to nature.
Hosted by the Lost Boys and Tao Women’s Association
Our island-born crew of sailors, cooks, and storytellers who bring the journey to life.
Eat our renowned cuisine
We're passionate about food. Serving native fruits and vegetables from our farm, freshly-caught seafood and occasionally home-reared pork. Family-style on sharing plates.
Snorkel the reefs or relax on board
Jump overboard to snorkel coral reefs, swim to secluded beaches, or relax on deck with a book. Ours is a social gathering, but there's always space to step back and find your own rhythm.
Connect with locals
From classrooms to coastlines, we invest in people: teaching skills, nurturing confidence, and building futures rooted in island life.
Explore remote islands on a local bangka
Escape the crowds and travel with like-minded others across the islands of West Busuanga and Daracoton Bay on a boat all to yourselves.
Stay in off-grid bamboo basecamps
Hidden in coves and jungles. Sleep in our bird-beak Tuka huts designed for shade, breeze, and connection to nature.
Hosted by the Lost Boys and Tao Women’s Association
Our island-born crew of sailors, cooks, and storytellers who bring the journey to life.
Eat our renowned cuisine
We're passionate about food. Serving native fruits and vegetables from our farm, freshly-caught seafood and occasionally home-reared pork. Family-style on sharing plates.
Snorkel the reefs or relax on board
Jump overboard to snorkel coral reefs, swim to secluded beaches, or relax on deck with a book. Ours is a social gathering, but there's always space to step back and find your own rhythm.
Connect with locals
From classrooms to coastlines, we invest in people: teaching skills, nurturing confidence, and building futures rooted in island life.
250km. Remote and off grid.
Palawan sits at the western edge of the Philippine archipelago, shielding a chain of remote islands from the South China Sea. No road connects them. Our expeditions cross 250 kilometres of open water by traditional bangka between El Nido and Coron, stopping each night at private off-grid bamboo basecamps tucked into coves and jungle.
250km. Remote and off grid.
Palawan sits at the western edge of the Philippine archipelago, shielding a chain of remote islands from the South China Sea. No road connects them. Our expeditions cross 250 kilometres of open water by traditional bangka between El Nido and Coron, stopping each night at private off-grid bamboo basecamps tucked into coves and jungle.
Tao is The original Palawan expedition since 2006
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
Our Farm. Our Waters.
Your Table.
A culinary expedition in itself. Farm produce, freshly-caught seafood, cooked with two decades of island tradition.
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