| there's a relaxed restaurant offering open-air dining, along with a beach bar, a gym and a dive center. occupying thatched-roof buildings, the unfussy rooms come with minifridges and verandas; some offer waterfront positions. water sports, beach volleyball and spa treatments can be arranged. cottages sit atop stilts; many are over the water. set on a tropical island in bacuit bay, accessible only by boat, this tranquil resort on a sandy stretch of beach is a minute's walk from swimming at the secret lagoon. boat transfers and all meals are complimentary. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
El Nido Lio Airport
Helicopter Island (42 min)
Helicopter-shaped island with lush limestone hills & virgin beaches, also known as Dilumacad. Matinloc Island (1 hr 12)
Rocky, foliage-covered land mass with secluded stretches of white sand & a Catholic shrine. Miniloc Island (1 min)
Island with evergreen rainforest, white-sand beaches, diving station & unique ecosystems. Seven Commandos Beach (37 min)
Serene white-sand beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees & rock formations, plus a beach bar. Shimizu Island (4 min)
Small island with sandy beaches, clear water for snorkeling & vendors selling snacks & drinks. Secret Lagoon (1 min)
Only accessible through a small cave, this hideaway lagoon is a popular destination for sightseeing. Small Lagoon (10 min)
Quaint green-water lagoon surrounded by towering cliffs & lush forests, with kayak rentals & tours. Cadlao Island (45 min)
Uninhabited island with many sandy beaches offering swimming & snorkelling in coral gardens. Snake Island (1 hr)
Tranquil island with white-sand beaches, known for its winding sandbar visible only at low tide. Pangalusian Island (57 min)
A resort covers most of this palm-studded getaway known for sandy beaches, boating & snorkeling. Matinloc Shrine (1 hr 8)
Deserted Virgin Mary shrine with a white dome, built in 1982 tucked between the beach & cliffs. Small Lagoon (8 min) Big Lagoon (10 min)
Picturesque place for kayaking, swimming & snorkeling in clear water surrounded by limestone cliffs. Cudugnon Cave (1 hr)
Tucked-away cave on a scenic beach with narrow openings & chambers lit by natural light. Corong Corong Beach (49 min)
Backed by a lush tropical forest, this tranquil beach features shallow, clear waters & sunset views. | 
