Tao Philippines - Boat Expeditions and Island Escapes.

TAO EXPEDITIONS

EL NIDO TO CORON (Vice Versa)

Join a group of like-minded travelers and local islander crew to set off on an adventure of a lifetime through the remote islands in northern Palawan.

Often referred to as the best travel experience in the Philippines, Tao is the original island hopping expedition between El Nido and Coron.

Travel between El Nido and Coron

Escape the usual touristy island hopping destinations around El Nido and Coron and travel with us off the beaten path by boat, road and foot deep into the islands of West Busuanga, Linapacan and Daracouton Bay.

Overnight Accommodations

Stay overnight in our off grid bamboo basecamps. Each one has its own personality, a sheltered cove, a wild jungle, a community homestay or a typhoon wrecked boutique resort.

There are 16 in total so no two trips are the same.

Food and Drinks

We are passionate about the food we serve. Native fruits and vegetables from our farms, fresh caught Seafood and occasionally some homegrown pork. Vegetarian and Vegans can enjoy the numerous plant based dishes. There is always plenty for everyone to eat.

Help yourself to Tea, coffee and drinking water. Alcohol and other drinks are available at additional cost from the bar.

Activities and things to do

There are hundreds of islands to explore, jump overboard to snorkel the coral reefs, swim to the islands and check out the beach, or stay onboard and read your book, its up to you. Help out in the kitchen, chat with the local crew and get to know your shipmates.

The Tao Experience is a social gathering but also with the space to find time to be by yourself and enjoy getting away from it all.

Donation to Tao Kalahi Foundation

Each guest contributes directly to our foundation, whose work with local island communities create a positive impact for our hosts and a deeper connection for our travelers.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

WHAT EXPEDITION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

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Original Tao Experience

4 Days 4 Nights

ROUTE
El Nido to Coron OR Coron to El Nido

PRICE
Low Season: $650 per person
High Season: $700 per person
Peak Season: $750 per person

SUMMARY
• Our original and Classic journey
• 3 days of traveling through remote islands
• +1 night at Tao Beach Farm
• Early Checkout Available

INCLUSIONS
Travel, Accommodation, Meals, Activities.

BEST FOR
Sociable travellers who have time to experience the best bits of Tao.

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Ultimate Tao Experience

3N Expedition + 2N El Nido Sailing

ROUTE
5 Days / 5 Nights – El Nido to Coron
6 Days / 5 Nights – Coron to El Nido

5 DAY PRICE
Low Season: $785 per person
High Season: $815 per person
Peak Season: $860 per person

6 DAY PRICE
Low Season: $885 per person
High Season: $915 per person
Peak Season: $955 per person

SUMMARY
• Our original Expedition traveling through remote islands
• Exploring El Nido Bacuit Bay on the Tao Paraw traditional Sail boat

INCLUSIONS
Travel, Accommodation, Meal, Activities.

BEST FOR
Sociable travellers who have time to experience the best bits of Tao.

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string(18) "6 Days 5 Nights CE"

Ultimate Tao Experience

3N Expedition + 2N El Nido Sailing

ROUTE
5 Days / 5 Nights – El Nido to Coron
6 Days / 5 Nights – Coron to El Nido

5 DAY PRICE
Low Season: $785 per person
High Season: $815 per person
Peak Season: $860 per person

6 DAY PRICE
Low Season: $885 per person
High Season: $915 per person
Peak Season: $955 per person

SUMMARY
• Our original Expedition traveling through remote islands
• Exploring El Nido Bacuit Bay on the Tao Paraw traditional Sail boat

INCLUSIONS
Travel, Accommodation, Meal, Activities.

BEST FOR
Sociable travellers who have time to experience the best bits of Tao.

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Express Tao Experience

3 Days 3 Nights

ROUTE
El Nido to Coron OR Coron to El Nido

PRICE
Low Season: $550 per person
High Season: $600 per person
Peak Season: $650 per person

SUMMARY
• Our 3 day express journey
• 3 days of traveling through remote islands

INCLUSIONS
Travel, Accommodation, Meals, Activities.

BEST FOR
Sociable travellers who have limited time to experience the best bits of Tao.

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TRAVELER'S HIGHLIGHTS

Explore remote islands!

Join a group of like-minded travellers an adventure of a lifetime.

Dive into the unknown

Snorkel coral reefs and shipwrecks.

Camp in bamboo huts.

Fall asleep to the sound of the waves, and wake up early ready for another day of adventure.

Dine in the beach.

Disconnect and enjoy the luxury and simplicity

Hosted by the Lostboys

Our local crew, born and raised in the islands.

what you need to know

Who else will be onboard.

Each expedition 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.

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.

Going off the beaten track means being prepared.

Make sure that you and everyone in your group has read the ’10 Tips to Prepare for your Tao Experience’, which includes a detailed packing list of everything you will need to bring.

We can’t promise perfect weather.

October to May is Amihan (meaning northeastern winds) where temperatures hover around 30 degrees and you can expect it to be mostly dry. That said, our trips run year round (except August and September) and we think the odd tropical downpour is all part of the experience.

No need for cash.

You’ll be given a cashless bracelet to pay for cocktails, massages and anything you want to buy in our community shop, like homemade coconut oil or Kwang Loong (our recommended brand of bug repellent). You can even use it to pay your crew tip.

Don't miss Check-in & Briefing.

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.

When you check in you will be given the time of your briefing, usually in the evening before departure.
It is important to attend the briefing so that you can meet the crew and Expedition leader who give you an orientation and plan for the next days and make any last minute preparations. This means that you can get going early on the first day of your trip and make the most out of your time with Tao.

We strongly advise that you attend the briefing however you will need to inform us if you will not be able to check-in.
We do not recommend staying out of town or on an island resort the night before departure so that you can attend the briefing.

LATEST
DEPARTURES

August and September is our off season. OUR EXPEDITIONS start in October and run through to July.

TAO ORIGINAL

4 DAY / 4 NIGHT

27thDec

limited slots

27th - 31st Dec 2024
Arrival Before Lunch
El Nido to Coron
US$750

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