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El Nido

Philippines

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A town on Palawan in the Philippines, surrounded by limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons. Island-hopping boats visit the Bacuit Bay archipelago.

Best time to visit El Nido

The best time to visit El Nido is December to April.

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Quick facts

Trip type
Beach
Region
Asia
Budget
$$ (moderately priced)
Time zone
Asia/Manila (UTC+8 in January)
Coordinates
11°11′N 119°23′E

Facts last checked 2 Oct 2026. Sources: en.wikipedia.org.

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El Nido travel questions

When is the best time to visit El Nido?

The best time to visit El Nido is December to April.

How expensive is El Nido?

El Nido is moderately priced: $$ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).

What is El Nido known for?

El Nido is known for limestone lagoons, island hopping and snorkelling. A town on Palawan in the Philippines, surrounded by limestone cliffs and hidden lagoons. Island-hopping boats visit the Bacuit Bay archipelago.

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