Next expedition: Friday, October 16

Palawan, Philippines

Explore the Wild Coast of Palawan

Slow down in the peaceful bay of Port Barton, then set out on a multi-day expedition along Palawan's wild west coast. Sleep on deserted islands, snorkel reefs you'll have to yourselves, and travel the coastal route between Port Barton and El Nido, the slow way north that few boats take.

★★★★★ 4.9/5

DOT Accredited

20,000+ travellers since 2015

Explore Expeditions Day Tours from ₱1,700

Aerial view of an island and turquoise sandbar near Port Barton, Palawan

Tropical Paradise expedition boat by a sandbar in Palawan

Since 2015

Where the adventure awaits

Port Barton still moves at its own pace. Stay a few days and you'll find what the bigger towns lost years ago: a beach you can walk end to end in about fifteen minutes, water so clear it barely looks real, and an evening pace that runs on sunsets rather than bar playlists.

We've been running island expeditions across Palawan since 2015. Port Barton is where our coastal expedition to El Nido sets out, and where the southbound trip comes home. Either way, it's a slow route through islands that rarely make the guidebooks, and it's worth every minute.

10+

Years of expeditions

20,000+

Happy travellers

Secret islands

Flagship Experience

Port Barton to
El Nido

For three days and two nights, the boat follows the wildest stretch of Palawan's western shore. You drift up mangrove rivers, wade onto deserted sandbars, and snorkel reef walls that drop away into deep blue.

Almost nobody comes here, and that's the whole point. This is raw, authentic Palawan, the archipelago's last frontier, and you get to explore it with a team that has spent ten years perfecting this kind of expedition.

🏝
12+ Islands
Pristine stops that aren't on the standard tour circuit

🤿
World-class Snorkeling
Coral gardens, turtles, and reef sharks in crystal-clear water

⛺
Beach Camping
Campfire nights under the Milky Way, with showers and toilets at camp

🍳
Meals & Drinks Included
Delicious meals cooked fresh by the crew every day of the trip

Hidden turquoise lagoon framed by limestone cliffs on the Port Barton to El Nido route

3 Days / 2 Nights Expedition

3 Days Small group Fixed dates

Port Barton

El Nido

from ₱18,900 / person

Check Availability

Also runs the other way: El Nido to Port Barton

Day Tours

Island hopping, the
Port Barton way

Two group tours leave from Port Barton beach: a full day of island hopping, or a land trip through the San Vicente backroads. Every trip runs in a small group with a licensed guide. The island hopping also runs as a private tour, if you would rather have the boat to yourselves.

Island hopping stop near Port Barton, Palawan

The Essential Island Hopping

Spend the day drifting between crystal lagoons, giant starfish colonies, and a sandbar that vanishes with the rising tide. Snorkeling gear and a fresh seafood lunch on the beach are included.

Coastal back road through San Vicente, Palawan

Land Tour

San Vicente Land Tour

The morning starts with a tricycle ride inland to Bigaho Falls, for a swim under the trees. From there the road follows the coast to Long Beach and a viewpoint over the bay. Lunch is not included, but there are local places to eat along the way.

Private

Private Island Hopping

The boat is yours for the day, at your own pace. You pick one of three routes, the classic circuit, the quiet nature trail, or the beach escapade, and set your own departure time.

Private Transfers

Getting here is
easier than you think

The easiest way to move around northern Palawan is a private air-conditioned van, with a driver who picks you up at your door and drops you off wherever you're staying next. You skip the crowded buses and the terminal queues, and you travel comfortably, on your own schedule.

Mountain road through the tropical landscape of Palawan — Private van Up to 10 guests Door to door

Puerto Princesa Port Barton

~3 hours · Scenic mountain road

₱9,100 / van
Book this route
El Nido Port Barton

~4 hours · Coastal & jungle road

₱9,100 / van
Book this route
Puerto Princesa El Nido

~5.5 hours · Direct, door to door

₱9,000 / van
Book this route

Secure booking on our sister site El Nido Paradise, part of the same family of tour offices since 2015.

Traveller Stories

Don't take our word for it

Here's what travellers say after taking the slow route through Palawan.

★★★★★

"Best thing we did in the Philippines! Amazing group, beautiful snorkelling, great food, and so fun staying on the islands. Joel and his crew were amazing!"

Olivia M.

Alès, France

★★★★★

"The best thing I've done in the Philippines. The crew were amazing and super funny, and I met so many cool fellow travellers. You get the best secret spots, away from the crowds."

Stefano A.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

★★★★★

"Vanessa and the crew were fantastic. Everything was organised really well, a great mix of people and a perfect atmosphere. We'd recommend this to anyone."

Rienk-Jan

Moalboal, Philippines

Explore the Wild Coast of Palawan

Where the adventure awaits

Port Barton toEl Nido

3 Days / 2 Nights Expedition

Island hopping, thePort Barton way

The Essential Island Hopping

San Vicente Land Tour

Private Island Hopping

Getting here iseasier than you think

Don't take our word for it

Start your Palawan adventurewith a message

Port Barton to
El Nido

Island hopping, the
Port Barton way

Getting here is
easier than you think

Start your Palawan adventure
with a message