Hi mommies & bff's! This freedom is becoming a lifestyle. How much do you want to spend time with loved-ones without worrying the time, commute and cubicle.
It's almost summer time again. I know most of you have swimming plans. Who wouldn't want to cool-down the heat with beach and pools, right?! As you plan along, here's my first-hand Hidden Beach, El Nido adventure tips. Moreover this lifestyle could be yours too. lifestyle to help you plan ahead.
HIDDEN BEACH is still a part of Matinloc Island. It is ranked at #6 of Tripvisor of the 66 Things to do in El Nido, Palawan.
As the name states, it is hidden because you can't see it right away unless you pass thru the hole in between two huge rocks. These rock formation protects the hidden beach from being exploited.
When it's low-tide, adult and a child can just walk thru it the water at knee-level. The current of the waves maybe a little strong but bearable. The seabed going to the rock hole has stones thus, it is advisable to wear aqua shoes. Just make sure to balance well by holding the wall of the huge rocks.
During high-tide, one needs to swim or float thru though. Just be extra careful not to cut your thigh or legs by the sharp edges of the rock because its quite narrow.
the lush forest
mom trying to spot the monkey
Our group (Thorin, Matt [two tall white men], Merced and us three)
Upon entering, you will be amazed of the beach inside. White, powdery pristine sand surrounded by the flourishing thick forests on top of the limestone karts mostly with coconut trees. These limestone karst turns black in color whenever it rains. The beauty of how its carved is all because of the force of the rain.Maybe we can call it "rain water sculpture." Monkeys are visible.
One can enjoy swimming, floating, sun bathe or just unwind there. Usual time tour provides is 30 minutes. The beach water is greenish blue. The seabed with white sand makes it easy to step on. Such a perfect hidden beach!
HOW TO GET THERE
ROUTE:
1. We were fetched from Airport Side Inn by Alexzus Travel & Tours van.
2. We were brought to the terminal. Took another van for 5 hours from PPS to El Nido.
3. We were fetched by a tricycle also by Alexzus.
Note: Same way going back to Puerto Princesa. The van even dropped us to Sheebang Hostel, nearby Kuya Ramon's house, where we spent the last night.
VIA COMMUTE
From Puerto Princesa, you may hire a tricycle for 50 php going to the bus terminal.
You can choose either by taking a regular bus for 360 php or 480 php. You may also take a van for 500 php. Travel time will be 5 hours instead of 6 hours.
WHY WE CHOSE PACKAGED TOUR?
We booked for the complete package of Alexzus Travel & Tours for only 2,799 php per head for the Combi Tour A & C. For 3 heads, it's 8,397 php.
Deposit to their BPI account half before the trip and pay cash there upon arrival for the other half. Very convenient right?! You may check their facebook account and contact Kristine, the owner. She was very accommodating.
Included the following:
- 2 Days 1 Night at A/C Alexzus Backpackers Lodge
- Free 1x Breakfast @ Silog Republic
- Combi tour A & C 7 Islands
(Matinloc Shrine, Tapiutan Island, Hidden Beach, Secret Lagoon, Big Lagoon, Small Lagoon, Seven Commandos)
- Land transportation (fully a/c van round trip from PPS to El Nido)
- Tour Guide Fee
- Boat Fee
- Snorkel & Vest
- Buffet Lunch
(water, pork and chicken liempo, shrimp, fruits, cucumber & tomatoes)
- Eco-Tourism Development Fee (good for 10 days)
COMPARE
DIY Tour (w/o package)
- Alexzus Backpackers Lodge 2D1N - 800
- 2x Breakfast 100 x 3 = 300
- Tour A & C via other travel tour 2,342 x 3 = 7,026
(Includes Land Transfer, Boat fee, tour guide fee, buffet lunch)
Not Included:
- Snorkel & Vest Rental = 150 x 3 = 150
- Eco-Tourism Development Fee (good for 10 days) - 200 x 3 = 600
TOTAL = 8,876 php
For 3 Heads
Packaged Tour - 8,397 vs DIY Tour - 8,876 = EXTRA DIFFERENCE : 479 php
HOW TO GET THERE
ROUTE:
1. We were fetched from Airport Side Inn by Alexzus Travel & Tours van.
2. We were brought to the terminal. Took another van for 5 hours from PPS to El Nido.
3. We were fetched by a tricycle also by Alexzus.
Note: Same way going back to Puerto Princesa. The van even dropped us to Sheebang Hostel, nearby Kuya Ramon's house, where we spent the last night.
VIA COMMUTE
From Puerto Princesa, you may hire a tricycle for 50 php going to the bus terminal.
You can choose either by taking a regular bus for 360 php or 480 php. You may also take a van for 500 php. Travel time will be 5 hours instead of 6 hours.
WHY WE CHOSE PACKAGED TOUR?
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