The TAO EXPEDITION
EL NIDO TO CORON (Vice Versa)
Join a group of like-minded travelers ad local islander crew to set off on an adventure of a lifetime through the remote islands in northern Palawan connecting El Nido and Coron or Vice versa.
WHICH EXPEDITION IS BEST FOR YOU?
Tao Express
3 Days & 2 Nights
Our 3 day Express expeditions gives you a taste of the remote islands while connecting El Nido and Coron. Involves lots of time at sea, snorkeling spots and overnight in remote Basecamps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have limited time.
PRICE
$535 to 595 /Person
($178 to $198) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 days of boat travel with 2 nights at Tao’s basecamps
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
Tao Ultimate
6 Days & 5 Nights
This is the Original 5 day Experience with an additional 2 days to explore El Nido’s Bacuit Bay onboard the stunning and unique Tao Paraw.
BEST FOR
Those who want it all. The ultimate experience of Palawan.
PRICE
$825 to $895 /Person
($137 to $149) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 5 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days regular bangka boat travel and 3 days Sailing on Tao Paraw
- Full crew including onboard lifeguards and english speaking guides
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
Escape the usual tourist destinations of El Nido and Coron, journey with us to the less travelled remote islands of Daracoton Bay, Linapacan and west Busuanga.
Since 2007, We have been exploring the remote islands and innovating these trips for our travellers. 18 years later we offer an exceptional experience of our unique brand of honest hospitality.
We only take a limited number of travelers each year into this playground, we want to ensure the quality of the experience, treading carefully in this fragile ecosystem.
Where did you hear about Tao? Passed on from traveller to traveller like a treasure map, usually referred to as ‘one of the best travel experiences in the world.
Benefits
HIGHLIGHTS
FAQS
- Transportation and accommodation before and after the trip
- Towels and toiletries
- Perfect weather
- Cashless Bracelet CreditWe use a cashless bracelet system for drinks from the bar, massages, community products, and merchandise. You will receive your bracelet and can load it up before boarding your boat.
- Payment transfer fees
- Tips for the crew
- ETDF (Eco-Tourism Development Fee)* ENVIRONMENTAL FEES are compulsory taxes by the local governments for everyone, local and foreign visitors. Collected before getting into the port.
- Php 200 (US$4-5) El Nido
- Php 200 (US$4-5) Linapacan
- Php 200 (US$4-5) Coron
The Tao Experience is a social experience for like-minded travelers. We don’t mean people who think the same things, but think the same way. We welcome adventurous travelers looking to disconnect from the noise of the modern world, reconnect with nature, and be inspired by new perspectives.
Each experience group has a wide mix of ages, nationalities, and backgrounds to make for an interesting, diverse, and vibrant atmosphere on-board and in the basecamps.
The minimum age for joiners of this experience is 13. There is no upper age limit.
All guests should be comfortable in the water as swimming is a big part of the experience. However, our crew are happy to help travelers worried about their physical capabilities.
There are two main seasons in the Philippines,
- ‘Amihan’ (Northeastern Winds) bring the dry season from October to May. This is our high season.
- ‘Habagat’ (Southwestern Winds) bring the rainy season from June to September. Expect some rainy days and trip reschedules if you are travelling during Habagat months.
Guests are required to check in at the Tao Office at their starting point any day before their trip. Our offices are open from 8:00 to 20:00 everyday.
Present a valid ID (passport, driver’s license) upon checking in.
When you check in you will be given the time of your briefing, usually in the evening before departure.
It is important to attend the briefing so that you can meet the crew and Expedition leader who give you an orientation and plan for the next days and make any last minute preparations. This means that you can get going early on the first day of your trip and make the most out of your time with Tao.
We strongly advise that you attend the briefing however you will need to inform us if you will not be able to check-in.
We do not recommend staying out of town or on an island resort the night before departure so that you can attend the briefing.
NEXT
DEPARTURES
We recommend advance booking to avoid disappointment.
If you can’t find what you are looking for contact us through Live Chat.
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 28th APR - 2nd MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 5 DAYS US$725
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 28th APR - 2nd MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 5 DAYS US$725
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPERIENCE
4 DAY / 3 NIGHT
- 28th - 1st MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 4 DAYS US$645
4 Day Experience
4 Days & 3 Nights
A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$600 to $695 /Person
($150 to $174) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 1 day chilling at Camp Ngey or Tao Dipnay.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPERIENCE
4 DAY / 3 NIGHT
- 28th - 1st MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 4 DAYS US$645
4 Day Experience
4 Days & 3 Nights
A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$600 to $695 /Person
($150 to $174) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 1 day chilling at Camp Ngey or Tao Dipnay.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPRESS
3 DAY / 2 NIGHT
- 28th - 30th APR 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 3 DAYS US$555
Tao Express
3 Days & 2 Nights
Our 3 day Express expeditions gives you a taste of the remote islands while connecting El Nido and Coron. Involves lots of time at sea, snorkeling spots and overnight in remote Basecamps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have limited time.
PRICE
$535 to 595 /Person
($178 to $198) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 days of boat travel with 2 nights at Tao’s basecamps
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 29th APR - 3rd MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 5 DAYS US$725
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 29th APR - 3rd MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 5 DAYS US$725
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPERIENCE
4 DAY / 3 NIGHT
- 29th - 2nd MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 4 DAYS US$645
4 Day Experience
4 Days & 3 Nights
A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$600 to $695 /Person
($150 to $174) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 1 day chilling at Camp Ngey or Tao Dipnay.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPERIENCE
4 DAY / 3 NIGHT
- 29th - 2nd MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 4 DAYS US$645
4 Day Experience
4 Days & 3 Nights
A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$600 to $695 /Person
($150 to $174) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 1 day chilling at Camp Ngey or Tao Dipnay.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPRESS
3 DAY / 2 NIGHT
- 29th - 1st MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 3 DAYS US$555
Tao Express
3 Days & 2 Nights
Our 3 day Express expeditions gives you a taste of the remote islands while connecting El Nido and Coron. Involves lots of time at sea, snorkeling spots and overnight in remote Basecamps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have limited time.
PRICE
$535 to 595 /Person
($178 to $198) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 days of boat travel with 2 nights at Tao’s basecamps
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 30th APR - 4th MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 5 DAYS US$725
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 30th APR - 4th MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 5 DAYS US$725
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPERIENCE
4 DAY / 3 NIGHT
- 30th - 3rd MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 4 DAYS US$645
4 Day Experience
4 Days & 3 Nights
A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$600 to $695 /Person
($150 to $174) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 1 day chilling at Camp Ngey or Tao Dipnay.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPERIENCE
4 DAY / 3 NIGHT
- 30th - 3rd MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 4 DAYS US$645
4 Day Experience
4 Days & 3 Nights
A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$600 to $695 /Person
($150 to $174) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 1 day chilling at Camp Ngey or Tao Dipnay.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPRESS
3 DAY / 2 NIGHT
- 30th - 2nd MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 3 DAYS US$555
Tao Express
3 Days & 2 Nights
Our 3 day Express expeditions gives you a taste of the remote islands while connecting El Nido and Coron. Involves lots of time at sea, snorkeling spots and overnight in remote Basecamps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have limited time.
PRICE
$535 to 595 /Person
($178 to $198) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 days of boat travel with 2 nights at Tao’s basecamps
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPRESS
3 DAY / 2 NIGHT
- 30th - 2nd MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 3 DAYS US$555
Tao Express
3 Days & 2 Nights
Our 3 day Express expeditions gives you a taste of the remote islands while connecting El Nido and Coron. Involves lots of time at sea, snorkeling spots and overnight in remote Basecamps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have limited time.
PRICE
$535 to 595 /Person
($178 to $198) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 days of boat travel with 2 nights at Tao’s basecamps
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 1st - 5th MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 5 DAYS US$725
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 1st - 5th MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 5 DAYS US$725
Tao Original
5 Days & 4 Nights
Our original and classic journey. A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$685 to $895 /Person
($137 to $179) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 4 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 2 days chilling at a Tao Farm or Camp Ngey.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPERIENCE
4 DAY / 3 NIGHT
- 1st - 4th MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 4 DAYS US$645
4 Day Experience
4 Days & 3 Nights
A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$600 to $695 /Person
($150 to $174) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 1 day chilling at Camp Ngey or Tao Dipnay.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life
TAO EXPERIENCE
4 DAY / 3 NIGHT
- 1st - 4th MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 4 DAYS US$645
4 Day Experience
4 Days & 3 Nights
A perfect mix of action packed days of traveling onboard modern and traditional boats exploring remote islands and some no travel days in our best basecamps camps.
BEST FOR
Travelers who have enough time to slow down and appreciate the whole experience.
PRICE
$600 to $695 /Person
($150 to $174) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 nights accommodation at Tao’s basecamps
- 3 days boat travel and 1 day chilling at Camp Ngey or Tao Dipnay.
- Freshly prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks)
- Beverages (water, coffee, tea)
- Kayaks and snorkels (no fins)
- Raw nature and island life