DIPNAY FARM STAY
SAN FERNANDO, EL NIDO
We call it the heart of Tao with the community and the environment at its core. Our playful bamboo village is a center of learning for communities. A proud demonstration of natural farming, food production and reforestation. Taste our native cuisine and enjoy relaxing massages with our coco herbal oils. Explore the trails and reefs of the cove. Let us take care of you with our unique brand of hospitality.
Solar power system makes us autonomous from the grid. Reforested watershed provides year round water. Bamboo cultivation and processing provides unique building material. Learn how we built the farm to showcase what tourism development can be.
The Tao Farm is the heart and soul of the Tao community. Mingle with other guests, chat with crew members, and connect with other likeminded people who enjoy the simple pleasures of life.
Every dish we served in our kantinas comes from our farm and gardens located on the island. A culinary journey influenced from around the world, from Asian to South America we created a menu that optimizes the resources available, using them in fresh and exciting ways.
Explore our experiments in Bamboo architecture, sleeping pods, community learning structures, playful beach bars and lookout towers.
Benefits
HIGHLIGHTS
WHICH EXPERIENCE IS BEST FOR YOU?
Day Pass
Dipnay Farm Stay
Exploring the coast of El Nido by car or motorbike? Drop by for lunch and cocktails! Float around in the sparkling sea, find a trail, meet other travelers, get a massage, rest, recharge and get inspired. For our set lunch we require a minimum of 6 people.
BEST FOR
Locals living in El Nido that want a glimpse into what Tao has to offer.
PRICE
$ 40
All Season Fixed Rate
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Explore the Bamboo Village and our Gardens
- Food and Drink (Non-Alcoholic) Included
- Hang out at the Beach Bar and Kantina
- Enjoy the Beach
Bed & Breakfast
Dipnay Farm Stay
Escaping the crowd or looking for your type of vibe? Socialize with others or retreat into dreamy solitude. Wellness goals are great, but our bar is also open all-day! Float around, find a trail, dine with others or just rest.
We curated this experience for those who need to recharge and get inspired.
BEST FOR
Locals who need to check in and let us take care of them overnight night, wake up with a hearty breakfast and sent on their way
PRICE
$ 110
All Season Fixed Rate
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Overnight Accommodation in a Tuka Hut
- Communal Toilet and Shower Facilities
- Breakfast at the Beach Club
- Hang Out for the Day at the Beach
- Transfers not included
3 Days & 2 Nights
Dipnay Farm Stay
Escaping the crowd or looking for your type of vibe? Socialize with others or retreat into dreamy solitude. Wellness goals are great, but our bar is also open all-day! Float around, find a trail, dine with others or just rest.
We curated this experience for those who need to recharge and get inspired.
BEST FOR
Travellers who don’t fancy being at sea, or the dates didn’t match up, come and join in and absorb the vibes of the farm life.
PRICE
$340 to $390 /Person
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- Two nights’ Beach Hut Accommodation
- All Vegetarian Meals [fresh fish is an optional extra]
- Communal Toilet and Bathroom Facilities
- Hang Out All Day at the Beach Club and Lounges
- Use of Wellness and Workout Space
- Transfers Included
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.
There is no age limit for this experience.
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.
- Check In at 13:00PM. Your hut will be available by 1PM but you can arrive early to enjoy the whole day. Present a valid ID (passport, driver’s license) upon checking in.
- Check Out at your tuka hut at 11am.
Tao Dipnay is located outside of the village of SanFernando, 50mins drive North of ElNido Town. You can get there yourself if you have your own transport, hop on one of our scheduled transfers or we can arrange a private transfer at your convenience.
SCHEDULED TRANSFERS – PHP350 per person per direction
PRIVATE TRANSFERS – PHP2500 per person per direction
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TAO EXPRESS
3 DAY / 2 NIGHT
- 4th - 6th 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 PARAW SAILING
3 DAY / 2 NIGHT
- 4th - 6th MAY 2024
- El Nido to El Nido
- 3 DAYS US$555
El Nido Sailing Experience
3 Days & 2 Nights
Join a group onboard the Paraw for 3 days and enjoy sailing the Bacuit bay and Daracuton bay of El Nido. Spend overnight in one of our Bacuit bay basecamps, and travel up the coast of Palawan to Tao Farm. You can choose to extend and stay another night or travel overland back to El Nido.
BEST FOR
Adventurous travellers who want to see the best of El Nido
PRICE
$535 to $595 /Person
($178 to $198) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 days of sailing on the largest paraw in the Philippines
- Island hopping from Daracouton bay to Bacuit bay
- 2 nights at one of our remote island basecamps
- 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
TAO ULTIMATE
6 DAY / 5 NIGHT
- 4th - 9th MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 6 DAYS US$855
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
TAO ULTIMATE
6 DAY / 5 NIGHT
- 4th - 9th MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 6 DAYS US$855
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
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 5th - 9th 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
- 5th - 9th 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
- 5th - 8th 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
- 5th - 8th 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
- 5th - 7th 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
- 5th - 7th 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
- 6th - 10th 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
- 6th - 10th 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
- 6th - 9th 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
- 6th - 9th 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
- 6th - 8th 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 EXPRESS
3 DAY / 2 NIGHT
- 7th - 9th 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 PARAW SAILING
3 DAY / 2 NIGHT
- 7th - 9th MAY 2024
- El Nido to El Nido
- 3 DAYS US$555
El Nido Sailing Experience
3 Days & 2 Nights
Join a group onboard the Paraw for 3 days and enjoy sailing the Bacuit bay and Daracuton bay of El Nido. Spend overnight in one of our Bacuit bay basecamps, and travel up the coast of Palawan to Tao Farm. You can choose to extend and stay another night or travel overland back to El Nido.
BEST FOR
Adventurous travellers who want to see the best of El Nido
PRICE
$535 to $595 /Person
($178 to $198) /Day
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 days of sailing on the largest paraw in the Philippines
- Island hopping from Daracouton bay to Bacuit bay
- 2 nights at one of our remote island basecamps
- 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
TAO ORIGINAL
5 DAY / 4 NIGHT
- 8th - 12th MAY 2024
- Coron to El Nido
- 5 DAYS US$652.5
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
- 8th - 12th MAY 2024
- El Nido to Coron
- 5 DAYS US$652.5
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
- 8th - 11th 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