Private Speedboat El Nido
Twin-engine speedboats cut transfer times to 20–30 minutes between stops — versus 60–90 on standard bangkas. Our semi-private caps at four guests; private charter gives you the whole vessel from ₱38,000.
El Nido speedboat tours
El Nido Speedboat Tours — Semi-Private & Private Charters
Faster Bacuit Bay island hopping — reach lagoons and beaches in 20–30 minutes, not 90 on a bangka. Compare semi-private seats (4 guests max) or a premium private boat tour for your group only.
₱9,500 semi-private · per person · 4 guests max
₱38,000 private charter · per boat · from
Semi-private · shared speedboat
Two couples max
₱9,500per person · 4 guests max
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Private · whole boat
Premium private charter
₱38,000per boat · from
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Operated by Seatours Palawan. Not the 3D2N expedition — same-day Bacuit Bay only.
Compare speedboat tours
Semi-private vs private — same day, different pace.
| Option | Best for | Duration | Group size | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-private speedboat | Couples who want speed without a 20-person joiner bangka | 1 day · ~8 hours | 4 guests max (2 couples) | ₱9,500/pax | Check availability |
| Premium private charter | Families & groups wanting Big Lagoon first + bespoke route | 1 day · bespoke | 1–8 guests · your boat | ₱38,000/boat | Check availability |
El Nido by speedboat
Find the right day tour for your trip.
El Nido Private Boat Tour
The premium private charter is your boat only — hotel pickup, separate prep boat for lunch, and early Big Lagoon access before joiner traffic. Ideal for families and groups who want one price, no surprises.
El Nido Speedboat Charter
Charter a MARINA-licensed Seatours speedboat for a full Bacuit Bay day. Bespoke routing, fewer deeper stops, and founder-led WhatsApp support before and during the trip. Book direct on Seatours with live dates.
Private Island Hopping El Nido
Island lunch is served on the sand — independent setup per couple on semi-private, or an exclusive spread for your group on private charter. Not a shared buffet line on a crowded beach.
Exclusive Boat Tour El Nido
Four guests maximum on semi-private means once two couples book, the date closes. Private charter is exclusively your party — Entalula coral garden, Pinagbuyutan lunch, and Big Lagoon at your pace.
Why choose speedboat
Faster islands. Smaller groups. Better timing.
20–30 min between stops
Twin-engine speedboats reach Big Lagoon and remote beaches while joiner bangkas are still loading at the dock.
4 guests max semi-private
Two couples maximum — never 15–20 strangers. If four are booked, the date closes.
Big Lagoon at first light
Strict 8 AM departure so you swim the cathedral walls before day boats arrive.
Seatours Palawan crew
MARINA-licensed crew and vessels operated by Seatours Palawan — sold and supported by Seatours Palawan.
Typical island stops
Where speedboat days go in Bacuit Bay.
Exact order varies with tides and Coast Guard conditions — full detail on each product page.
Big LagoonFirst stop · swim cathedral walls before crowds
PinagbuyutanPrivate island lunch on white sand
Entalula BeachFinal snorkel · coral garden · 30 m+ visibility
Secret lagoons & reefsCaptain adjusts route for conditions
Inclusions & exclusions
What's covered on El Nido speedboat tours.
Speedboat & licensed crewCaptain and English-speaking guide all day
Island lunchGrilled fish, calamari, fruit — per-couple or group setup
Premium snorkel gearMask, snorkel, fins — all sizes
Private charter extrasHotel pickup, permits, towels, calamansi cooler
Not included — pay on the day
- Ground transit to El Nido dock (semi-private — arrange your own tricycle)
- ETDF eco-tourism fee at the dock
- Lagoon entrance fees — Big Lagoon and Small Lagoon collected on the boat
Timing advantage
Why departure time matters in El Nido.
Joiner bangkas leave later and share Big Lagoon with dozens of kayaks. Speedboat tours are built around beating the crowd.
07:45
Rendezvous at El Nido dock — arrive 15 minutes early. Private charter includes hotel pickup from 07:30.
08:00
Strict departure · Big Lagoon before day boats. Swim uncrowded cathedral walls.
11:00
Private island lunch — your table on the sand, not a buffet line.
15:00–17:00
Entalula coral garden finale · scenic return to El Nido.
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Seatours speedboat guest reviews
Day tours are operated by Seatours Palawan — read verified Google reviews on each product page.
Why book direct with Seatours
Faster islands. Zero booking stress.
| Seatours | Typical operators | |
|---|---|---|
| Boat type | Dedicated speedboat · 20–30 min to first stop | Slow bangka · 60–90 min transfers |
| Semi-private cap | 4 guests max · two couples | 15–20 strangers on joiner tours |
| Private charter | From ₱38,000 · whole boat · online booking | Quote by email only |
| Payment | Secure checkout · PayPal & cards | Cash-only or unclear deposits |
| Support | Concierge + [email protected] | Delayed email chains |
100% Filipino-owned · designed and manage our boats · locally Palawan. Premium private day tours operated by Seatours Palawan (MARINA-licensed).
FAQ
Common questions about El Nido speedboat tours.
Speedboat tours are one-day Bacuit Bay island hopping in El Nido (4 guests max semi-private, or private charter). The 3D2N expedition is a separate multi-day crossing between El Nido and Coron — see expedition hub.
The semi-private shared speedboat caps at 4 guests (two couples max) at ₱9,500 per person. The premium private charter is your boat only, from ₱38,000 flat, with a bespoke route and early Big Lagoon access.
Semi-private island hopping is ₱9,500 per guest (4 guests maximum). Premium private boat tours start at ₱38,000 per boat. Lagoon and eco fees are paid separately in cash on the day.
Day tours are operated by Seatours Palawan (MARINA-licensed). Questions: [email protected] or WhatsApp +63 949 861 4393.
Yes. Once four guests (two couples) are booked, the date closes — no third couple and no extra friends.
Choose your tour — semi-private speedboat or premium private charter — and check availability on the product page with live dates and secure checkout.
08:00 AM strict departure from El Nido dock. Arrive by 07:45. Private charter includes hotel pickup from 07:30. Early start is how we reach Big Lagoon before joiner bangkas.
Typical stops include Big Lagoon (first), Pinagbuyutan for private island lunch, and Entalula Beach coral garden as the finale. Route adjusts for weather and tides.
Yes — grilled fish, calamari, fruit, and juice served on a private beach. Semi-private sets up independent tables per couple. Private charter gets an exclusive spread for your group.
Twin-engine speedboats cruise at much higher speeds — 20–30 minutes between Bacuit Bay stops versus 60–90 on outrigger joiner boats. That time savings goes into longer snorkel and lunch stops.
Yes — book as one or two guests at ₱9,500/pax. If you are the only couple booked, you sail alone for the same per-person rate (₱19,000 minimum for two guests).