Welcome to El Nido, Philippines

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Special Activities

El Nido offers many exciting adventures both on sea, and on land. The Resort's Guest Services Officer will be happy to arrange any of the following activities for you.

AQUABIKE.....( M )
Available with instructor/guide if needed.

BASKETBALL, DARTS & VOLLEYBALL.....( M P )
Indulge in a fun game with the staff. Please coordinate with the Front Desk.

BILLIARD.....( M P )
Billiard tables may be found at the Pavilion Bar in Miniloc and at the Clubhouse in
Pangulasian.

BOTTOM FISHING AND TRAWLING.....( M P )
Catch as much fish or squid (only during March to May) and have them cooked
according to your liking. If you cannot bring yourself to be awake by 5:00 a.m., you
can start fishing at 5:00 p.m. instead.

CAVE EXPLORING.....( M P )
Study the spectacular stalactite and rock formation of numerous caves in the nearby
islands. While a small boat can take you into the heart of one cave, you may have to
crawl through a small opening of another.

COCONUT LEAF HAT-MAKING.....( M P )
Have a hat made, fashioned by local coconut leaf, and woven by Resort staff. For
inquiries please approach the front desk.

DIVING.....( M P )
Explore the underwater gardens of El Nido where even the seasoned divers are
astounded by the numerous and diverse species of corals and reef fishes.
Non-divers may indulge in an introductory dive. Diving equipment is available at the
Resort.
DIVE COURSE:

OPEN WATER SCUBA DIVING.....( M P )
Should be arranged in advance . Enjoy the thrills of scuba diving by enrolling in
Diving Courses: Open Water, Advanced and Rescue Courses. These are conducted
by licensed PADI instructors and requires at least 5 days.

FISH FEEDING.....( M P )
Right on Pangulasian Beach and on Miniloc pier one can enjoy feeding a large
variety of tropical fish that abound there. A most enjoyable activity for children as
well as grown-ups.

GAMES.....( M P )
Table tennis, darts, board and card games are available at the Resorts.

HIKING.....( P )
Explore the lush forests of El Nido. Keep your eyes open for wild flowers, orchids,
tropical birds like parrots and mynas as well as monkeys. At the Pangulasian Resort,
you will be rewarded with a panoramic vista of Bacuit Bay after a twenty to thirty
minute climb, 100 meters up the hill.

HOBIECAT.....( P )
Available with instructor/guide.

ISLAND HOPPING AND BEACH COMBING.....( M P )
No two sites are the same in El Nido, each one having a rare treasure to be
discovered, whether it be a hidden lagoon or a secret beach. Walk along the white
sand beaches looking out for colourful birds or uniquely shaped shells. Stop at
another island and have a picnic lunch of fresh seafood cooked to your liking. You
may also choose to stay in one island and claim it as your own for the day.

SAILING.....( M P )
Occasionally, sailboats may be available for charters on a daily or weekly basis.
Please inquire from the Sales office upon reservation.

SUNSET CRUISING.....( M P )
Watch the changing hues of the horizon amidst the dramatic cliffs of El Nido as you
cruise along the bay... a perfect way to end your day.

SWIMMING, SNORKELLING OR SKIN DIVING.....( M P )
You do not have to be a diver to see the beauty of the coral gardens in El Nido's
waters. Swim with the tropical fish and be awed by the spectrum of colours that
unfold before you.

TOUR OF EL NIDO TOWN.....( M P )
Visit the quiet fishing village of El Nido. Walk through the quaint streets set amidst
towering black marble. Try the local town delicacies such as cashew nuts and
mangoes. El Nido town is 40 minutes by boat from Pangulasian Island Resort and 30
minutes from Miniloc Island Resort.

WATERSKI, KAYAK, CANOE.....( M P )
Enjoy these exciting water sports. Available with instructor/guides at the Marine
Sports Center. Use of the equipment is on a first-come, first served basis so please
make arrangements in advance.

WINDSURFING.....( M P )
Once you get to balance on your windsurf board, it's up to the wind! Enjoy the
thrilling sport of windsurfing. Instructors are available at the Marine Sports Center,
however prior arrangement is always recommended.

General Information

Diving & Marine Information

VISIBILITY
3m - 10m January to February
10m- 30m March to May
10m- 15m June to December

WATER CURRENT
The current in El Nido varies from very slight to moderate depending on tidal
fluctuations. Generally very manageable, divers can swim back to the boat without
difficulty.

WATER TEMPERATURE
December to March 24°C - 26°C
April to November 26°C - 29°C

BOATS USED
The standard banca or outrigger boats can accommodate up to 10 divers. Dive
groups are usually formed with 6 guests to a boat. The wooden bancas are powered
by marinized diesel engines.

DIVING REQUIREMENTS
Experienced divers must present their C- card and logbook before diving.

DIVING OPERATIONS
The Resorts offer packages with two dives a day. Divers acclimatize in front of the
Resort or in a suitable confined area A divemaster handles up to a maximum of six (6)
divers at one time. Additional safety divemasters are assigned to bigger groups and
novice divers. The divemaster controls all dives. Third dives are optional and can be
arranged at additional cost. Cave and night diving are not allowed. All dives are
No-decompression dives.

Diving boats normally anchor at the dive site. Coffee and water are served on board.
The best time of the year for diving at El Nido is during the tropical summer months
of March till May, as surface conditions are good during this time.

El Nido has 21 principal dive sites which offer different types of diving, namely: rock
formation, slope reef, flat reef, submerged reef, drop - off and tunnel dive. Here you
will witness the rich and colorful underwater world that awaits you at El Nido.

The El Nido area is a Marine Reserve. Collecting corals, shells and the like, as well as spear fishing, are not permitted.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL
Equipment rental is on a first come first served basis. Please return the equipment
promptly after use to accommodate others who may want to avail of them. BCDs and
regulators are available at the Resort.

EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
Both Resorts have emergency equipment like oxygen resuscitators and has trained
diving emergency personnel.

DIVING COURSES
El Nido is a perfect venue for your diving lessons. The Resorts offer three dive
courses: Open water course for beginners; Advanced diving course; and the Rescue
Diving/ Medic first aid course. Each course takes at least five to six days to
complete. Upon graduation you will be issued a temporary diver's licence. Your
C-card will be sent to you after one month. If you wish to take a dive course, please
inform the Reservations staff when making your booking. You will be required to
present a medical certificate for diving eligibility and two 2" x 2" photographs.

POPULAR DIVE SPOTS

For more information on dive spots in El Nido, written material is available at the
Marine Sports Center.

Marine Reserve

EL Nido's marine ecosystem is one of the most diverse in the Philippines. It has an
extensive variety of species of sea grass, corals, algae, fishes and the hawksbill
turtle.

Equally rich are El Nido's forests where a wide variety of plant and wildlife, some of
which are found only in Palawan, abound. The scaly Ant Eater, the Palawan
Porcupine and the Palawan Peacock pheasant are examples of the wildlife that can be seen in El Nido.

In recognition of the critical importance of protecting and maintaining the natural
biological and physical diversity of El Nido's environment, the National Government
declared 12 out of 18 barrios in El Nido as a protected area called the El Nido Marine
Reserve. This protected area is covered by special laws to ensure that the natural
resources within the reserve are conserved and properly managed.

Activities prohibited in the Marine Reserve include taking and catching protected
marine and wildlife species; gathering and collecting shells and tropical fishes for
commercial and/or souvenir purposes; spearfishing; indiscrimate disposal of trash
and removing or destroying natural features and archaeological and historical
resources.

El Nido Resorts of Ten Knots Development Corporation encourages all Resort
guests to be actively involved in the protection and conservation of the area's
resources. A code or creed of environmental conduct for Resort guests was
developed by the Company. All guests are given a copy of this upon checking-in at
the Resort and are enjoined to observe the code of conduct during their stay in El
Nido.

Please allow El Nido to remain as pristine as it is. Let us keep its environment safe
and protected.

Places to Visit

Here are some of the islands worth visiting around Bacuit Bay, El Nido. Your Marine
Sport or Guest Activity Coordinator will advise you which islands are feasible to
visit, considering various weather conditions.

CADLAO ISLAND
Known as "Bird Island", Cadlao has a peak twice the height of the Tokyo Tower and
higher than Christ's Figure in Rio de Janeiro. This island, with its peaceful charm, has
a hidden lagoon covered with lush trees.

IPIL & 7 COMMANDOS POINT
These two beaches are popular destinations for sunset dinners. Packed lunches may
also be taken here during the island-hopping trips.

DILUMACAD ISLAND
Shaped like a cooking ladle when viewed from the top, the beach on Dilumacad is a
venue for picnic lunches during island-hopping trips. Snorkelling and swimming off
the island is excellent.

TAPIUTAN ISLAND
An excellent spot for scuba diving, windsurfing or snorkelling.

PINASIL ISLAND
Mushroom-shaped, Pinasil has a cathedral-like cavern within its confines. Once a
burial site, its cool interior is lit from above at certain times of the day through an
opening at its peak.

ENTALULA ISLAND
The "Island of Romance", Entalula is magic because of its pristine beach, its
magnificent sunrise and colourful marine life among its coral reef.

VIGAN ISLAND
Known as "Snake Island" because of a fine natural sandbar that "snakes" off its shores.

PINAGLUGABAN ISLAND
This island, which showcases some of the best coral gardens in El Nido, is a popular
destination for snorkelling. Shimizu, one of its beaches, is also a favourite for private
picnic lunches.

In Pinaglugaban, Cave are stalactites and stalagmites that glow amidst awesome
rock formations. It is made up of seven chambers, with the first chamber housing a
Statue of the Virgin Mary. The cave is accessed through a tiny opening and is
limited by tidal conditions.

MINILOC ISLAND
Also called "Island of the Gods", Miniloc boasts of three natural attractions:

Big Lagoon
One of the more popular snorkelling spots in El Nido, it has deep emerald waters and
mysterious rock formations.

Small Lagoon
Reached through a crack between rocks, the small lagoon is enclosed by black
marble walls.

Secret Lagoon
Exotic flora thrive along the banks of this secluded hideaway.

LAGEN ISLAND
Lagen Island is good for both relaxation and marine sports. It is characterized by its
rich forest and unusual rock formations.

KALMUNG POINT
This beautiful island is another favourite for snorkelling and diving.

MATINLOC ISLAND
Matinloc or Goddess Island has a charming 20 meter long beach. It is ideal for
swimming and its hidden beach is a delightful surprise. One gets a feeling of being
inside a giant aquarium where fish, fresh green foliage and crystal clear waters
abound.

MALAPACAO ISLAND
Corals are abundant at Malapacao Island. It also has caves that have yet to be fully
explored.

Code of Conduct

At El Nido may we request you to:

BEHOLD but touch not - the coral whose gracious souls are wrapped within their
delicate bodies.

BE KIND to the fauna on the land and in the sea. Care for them as you would a
human friend, respecting their space.

LEAVE NOTHING behind that will spoil the pristine beauty of El Nido. Littering is an
offense against nature.

HELP KEEP the waters of El Nido clear... the sand pure, and the forest lush and
green. Let waste be deposited in their proper place so that they do not find their way
into the mouths of our animals.

MARVEL at the marine and terrestial creatures. Leave them unscathed that others
may see their magnificence. Remember that the shells in the sea are finite in number.

SHARE time with the people... Get to know them. But remember to respect their
unique culture.

OBSERVE the symbiotic relationship of living things. Every single organism -
however tiny - has a role in our ecosystem.

RESPECT all forms of life and realise that there are limits to El Nido's life support
system. Help preserve El Nido's fragile beauty.

SUSTAIN AND HEAL the earth for it is our children who shall endure whatever
damage we inflict upon nature.

MAKE A PLEDGE to live an environmentally ethical life. It is our duty to take care of
the earth we live in.

Enjoy yourself in this paradise on earth..... Have a good time in El Nido....

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