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Coron to El Nido Expedition

The original 4 days 4 nights Tao Experience

Join a four-day, four-night expedition through the turquoise waters between Coron and El Nido, the Philippines’ last frontier. With our Lost Boys as your guides you’ll have the adventure of a lifetime.

The route and itinerary

DAY 0 - 18:00h attend the group briefing in the Tao office Coron

DAY 1 - 08:00h meet at ‘Coron Pantalan’ for an early departure. Hop onboard and head out to explore the remote islands of west Busuanga, staying overnight in an exclusive Tao basecamp. 

DAY 2 - Early departure, head south down Culion cross to Linapacan. 

DAY 3 - Explore more Linanpacan islands, cross to Daracouton Bay. 

DAY 4 - Hang out in Daracouton bay overnight at Tao Beach Farm; The heart and home of Tao. 

DAY 5 - Depart after breakfast and travel overland to arrive in El Nido town approx 12:00 noon 

The experience

Days unfold slowly but richly. Exploring, snorkelling, fishing with the crew, sharing home-cooked feasts with new friends. This is adventure at its most raw. There are no chef whites and no fancy kitchens: just a small galley, one cook, a few essentials, and whatever we can catch or collect along the way. At our island stopovers, local families supply us with green papaya, crab or fresh lato (seaweed), and other island staples. A true taste of Palawan life.

The shipmates

We welcome adventurous travellers looking to disconnect from the noise of the modern world, reconnect with nature and be inspired by new perspectives. They’ll be a mix of ages and nationalities with solo travellers as well as couples and small groups of friends. What makes this journey special isn’t just where you go, but how you travel: guided by a local islander crew who are proud to call these waters home. This is a Philippines adventure with a difference.
Full background

Tao is the original Palawan Expedition since 2006

20 YEARS EXPERIENCE

20 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Get you off the beaten track 
El Nido, Linapacan and Coron

SAFETY & COMFORT

SAFETY & COMFORT

Rigorous training and adapted boats make us second to none

FOOD AND DRINK

FOOD AND DRINK

Our meals are served with our special brand of hospitality

EDUCATION & LIVELIHOOD

EDUCATION & LIVELIHOOD


Each contributes directly and indirectly to the community

EXCLUSIVE PROPERTIES

EXCLUSIVE PROPERTIES

Pristine locations, limited access and bespoke design

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Included highlights

Explore 250km of remote islands with like-minded others. We can get you away from the crowds among the islands of West Busuanga, Linapacan and Daracouton Bay on a boat to call your own. Bliss!

Explore 250km of remote islands with like-minded others. We can get you away from the crowds among the islands of West Busuanga, Linapacan and Daracouton Bay on a boat to call your own. Bliss!

ITINERARY: Coron to El Nido. Four days, four nights travelling through remote islands and staying in our off-grid bamboo basecamps. 
INCLUSIONS: Travel from departure time to arrival time, accommodation in our signature tukas, all meals and activities

ITINERARY: Coron to El Nido. Four days, four nights travelling through remote islands and staying in our off-grid bamboo basecamps. INCLUSIONS: Travel from departure time to arrival time, accommodation in our signature tukas, all meals and activities

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. 

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.

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.

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).

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).

Meet the scholars and communities we support! From classrooms to coastlines, we invest in people: teaching skills, nurturing confidence, and building futures rooted in island life.

Meet the scholars and communities we support! From classrooms to coastlines, we invest in people: teaching skills, nurturing confidence, and building futures rooted in island life.

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Escape the crowds of El Nido and stay with us before or after your Expedition at our new hang out on Duli Beach.

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