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Islands of El Nido

Cadlao Island
Of all the islands in El Nido,Cadlao has the highest peak at 609 meters above sea level.
It is the largest island,with a land area of 1,006 hectares.Cadlao Island is known for its white sand beaches,hidden lagoons,and its forest cover.

Dilumacad Island
The beach on Dilumacad Island is an area for snorkeling,swimming,and picnic lunches.
During island-hopping trips.For divers,there is an underwater tunnel at the northern side of the island and a fringing reef on the southern side.

Entalula Island
Entalula Island ,with its fine white sand beach lined by coconut trees,is a perfect.
Example of a tropical island.The beach in Entalula Island is a favorite place for picnic.lunches.Right off the beach is a good swimming site,especially for beginners.

Lagen Island
Lagen Island is a showcase of El Nido’s flora and fauna.A trail at the back of Lagen Island Resort passes through a forest that provides various niches for a diverse variety of birds and mammals.The trail ends in a private cove where one can take a kayak back to Lagen Island Resort.Along the way is a small cave where inside,one can possibly see bats hanging from the walls.

Matinloc Island
In Matinloc Island ,Kalmung Point and Kulasa Beach are among the places to visit forswimming or snorkeling.Another famous attraction in this island is Secret Beach ,a sinkhole which is accessed by snorkeling into a small opening through a limestone wall.At the corner of the sinkhole is a pocket white sand beach-hence the name,”Secret Beach”

Miniloc Island
Among the attractions Miniloc Island is famous for are the Big and Small Lagoons.Believed by scientists to be caves whose roofs collapsed millions of years ago,the Lagoons of Miniloc are ideal for kayaking,snorkeling,and swimming.Another favorite snorkeling site in the island is right off the pier of Miniloc Island Resort where there is a Fish feeding station.Several dives sites are located around the island.

Paglugaban Island
Picnic lunches may be arranged on the northern side of the island.There is an extensive shallow reef area which is good for snorkeling.On the western side of the island is a cave with five chambers,four of which are underwater.The first chamber,which may be accessed by kayak,has interesting stalagmite and stalactite formations.

Palawan Mainland
Along Palawan mainland,the best beach areas to visit are lpil,7Commandos Point and Lapus-Lapus Beach.On the eastern side of the bay are several mangrove river areas.Aberawan River is the recommended site for a mangrove tour.The highlight of theTour is seeing egrets roosting in the mangrove trees at the mouth of the river. Another Attraction found inPalawan mainland is Cudugnon Cave which archeologists believe was a burial site coastal villages,the largest and most populated of which is El Nido Town.

Pangulasian Island
With its many attractions,it is possible to spend the entire day at Pangulasian Island The long stretch of white sand beach is perfect for sunbathing and offers the best view of the sunset.In the waters fronting the beach are clusters of coral reefs that make Pangulasian a good snorkeling and diving site.A trail located in the middle of the island is a good place for birdwatching,especially during early mornings and late afternoons. The trail ends at the peak of the island and provides an excellent view of the bay and nearby island.

Pinagbuyutan Island
Pinagbuyutan Island is one of the most striking islands in El Nido because of its shape and sheer limestone walls.It is possible to have picnic lunch at the beach area on the southeastern side of the island.

Pinasil Island
Pinasil Island has a cathedral-like cavern accessible by dinghy or kayak.Its cool interior Is lit at certain times of the day by sunlight coming through an opening at its peak.Tapiutan Island Further out of the bay facing the South China Sea Tapiutan’s rich marine life provides opportunities for scuba diving and snorkeling.

Vigan Island
Located near Pangulasian Island ,it is also referred to as “Snake Island”,because of a fine natural
sandspit(s-shaped sandbar)that “snakes” off its shores.The sandspit is clearly visible only when the tide is low.On both sides of the sandspit are shallow swimming areas.