TAO PARAW SAILING
EL NIDO BACUIT BAY to DARACOTON BAY + Tao Farm
Climb aboard our traditional Paraw, a Filipino sailboat. This vessel is truly unique, adorned with tribal carvings and modern rigging, she is the largest remaining Paraw in the Philippines.
This trip is available on its own or in combination with the 3 or 5 Day Experience that connects El Nido and Coron.
The vessel is adorned with tribal carvings and is designed after the boats that navigated Philippine islands over 1000 years ago.
Avoid the usual crowded ABC tours of the Bacuit bay, jump onboard this truly unique vessel and experience El Nido the Tao way. Travel up the coast to less visited Daracouton Bay ending in Tao Farm on the northern tip of Palawan.
In the past entire villages and bands of pirates used to sail the seas with beautiful watercrafts, today only one traditional Philippine sailboat remains—ours.
Island youngsters are keeping tradition alive by learning how to sail again. Our crew of barefoot sailors learned their craft in Tao and are excited to show you their skills.
Benefits
HIGHLIGHTS
WHICH EXPERIENCE IS BEST FOR YOU?
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
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
Private Group Sailing
3 Days & 2 Nights (Up to 20 Pax)
Charter the Paraw for 3 days and invite your group to enjoy sailing the bacuit bay, the coast of El Nido, and north to the remote Daracouton bay. Spend overnight in one of our remote basecamps, and really get the most out of your time in El Nido.
BEST FOR
Travelers who want private tour with their own group.
PRICE
$10, 700 to $11, 900 /Group
($535 to $595) /Pax
Depending on Season of Travel.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
- 3 days of sailing on the largest paraw in the Philippines
- Island hopping in Bacuit bay to Daracouton bay or vice versa
- 2 night 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
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DEPARTURES
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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
FAQS
- Eco-Tourism Development Fee (ETDF) are compulsory taxes by the local governments for everyone, local and foreign visitors. Collected upon arrival in each town and checked before departure in the port so always ask for and keep your receipts.
- Php 200 (US$4-5) Linapacan
- Php 200 (US$4-5) El Nido
- Php 200 (US$4-5) Coron
- Transportation and accommodation before and after the trip
- Towels and toiletries
- Cashless Bracelet Credit
- Payment transfer fees
- Tips for the crew
- Perfect weather
- We use a [RFID] cashless bracelet system for drinks from the bar, massages, community products, and merchandise.
- You will receive your bracelet at check in.
- You can load it up before boarding your boat.
- We recommend you load 50 USD.
- Keep you wallet and valuables safely inside the locked luggage.
- We refund what you don’t consume.
There can be up to 29 other guests and 10 local crew onboard.
Within this large group, with a wide mix of ages, nationalities, and backgrounds make for an interesting, diverse, and vibrant atmosphere on-board and in the basecamps.
In our experience smaller groups can be more intimate, however lack the diversity of characters to build the energy of the group, and can run out of conversation quickly.
The minimum age for joiners of this experience is 13 unless by prior agreement with parents / official guardians and subject to Tao’s discretion. 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.
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.
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.
- Clothes for the day (swimwear for getting in and out of the water, shorts, t-shirts and tank tops) and night (light trousers and long sleeves to minimise insect bites)
- Sun protection (sunblock, hats, sunglasses)
- Wash kit (soap, shampoo, toothbrush and toothpaste)
- Insect repellent
- Bath towels
- Sarong (day/beach towels) for drying up, lounging, and wrapping around your head as additional sun protection
- Reusable water bottle (no plastic bottles allowed on board – if you don’t want to invest then ask for an empty rum bottle)
- Sandals/Flip flops and Reef shoes (you might need trek shoes in some parts too)
- Flashlights/headlamps for getting around in the dark
- Rash guard to guard against…rashes, the sun, and jellyfish stings
- Other sm`all things you may want or need: fins, camera (but be careful with salt water damage; we recommend an extra dry bag for electronics), a book, a journal, an open mind, a good attitude, a sunny disposition….
- DEPARTURE TIME: 8:00AM, Tao Office El Nido
- ARRIVAL TIME: 5:00PM to 6:00PM, Coron Port
- DEPARTURE TIME: 8:00AM, Tao Office, Coron
- ARRIVAL TIME: 5:00PM to 6:00PM, Tao Office El Nido
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.