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El Nido’s Apulit Island


El Nido is widely recognized today as one of the best vacation destinations. If you are dreaming of a perfect getaway this summer, then the island is a must-see destination for you. Apulit Island Resort is one of El Nido’s fascinating islands that offer a taste of tropical paradise to its guests and tourists.

by Jane Dacumos on October 01, 2012

El Nido is widely recognized today as one of the best vacation destinations. If you are dreaming of a perfect getaway this summer, then the island is a must-see destination for you. Apulit Island Resort is one of El Nido’s fascinating islands that offer a taste of tropical paradise to its guests and tourists.

Top Reasons to Love Apulit Island

  • Located in Taytay, Northern Palawan, Apulit Island is a wide expanse of white-sand beach lined with coconut palm trees. Island hopping is one of best activities to do because it will give you the chance to explore and discover its beauty in many ways.
  • There are 10 diving sites around Apulit Island Resort. Apulit Island Resort is a PADI 5-star resort with a complete line of diving equipment and offers a variety of dive courses. Snorkeling, kayaking, hobie-cat sailing and windsurfing are also offered at the resort.
  • Apulit Island is worth discovering. Its water is teeming with sea life such as colorful tropical fishes and beautiful reefs perfect for diving and snorkeling. Swimming will refresh you from the scorching heat.
  • If you want a different adventure, try the 60-meter-high limestone cliff for rappelling, which boasts of a great view of the cove. Other exciting activities are to conquer the five caves of Apulit Island and swim in Lover’s Cave and North Cave.
  • The island has the complete amenities and recreational facilities for its guests and tourists, like the massage cabana, a marine sports center, game area, a boutique, a beach bar, and the Octagon Pier – a scenic platform used for private cocktails and even weddings.
  • Eating is national passion for many Filipinos. In Apulit, Clubhouse Restaurant will give you one of the best dining experiences of a lifetime. It offers al fresco dining with the magnificent view of the island. Private dinners are also arranged in a wide array of romantic venues at Apulit Island Resort. Dine by the beach, at Billionaire’s Garden, Rock Bar, Serena Bar, or Octagon Pier.
  • Feel at home with their 50 water cottages, built in traditional architecture mixed with contemporary design. Invite guests to simply relax and bask in the serenity of the island. It is ideal for couples where Double Beds or Twin Beds may be set-up.
  • Take a sunset cruise around Taytay Bay. Go stargazing. Stellar wonders like the North Star, the Southern Cross, and other heavenly formations in the Milky Way, which may not be seen in the night skies of other countries, can be clearly viewed from Taytay.
  • You can have a walk around and just feel and breath the fresh air. The whole environment is good to capture so be sure you have a camera!

How to get there

FROM MANILA TO CESAR LIM RODRIGUEZ AIRPORT (CLRA) IN TAYTAY, PALAWAN (via Island Transvoyager, Inc. / ITI)

The direct and most convenient access to Cesar Lim Rodriguez Airport (CLRA), Taytay from Manila is ONLY via Island Transvoyager, Inc. (ITI). Guests take a 19-Seater Dornier with a flight time of approximately 75 minutes.  ITI offers daily flights from Manila and return flights from CLRA.

Upon arrival at Cesar Lim Rodriguez Airport in Taytay, Palawan guests take a 10-minute jeepney ride to Tamisan Jetty, followed by a boat transfer of approximately one (1) hour to Apulit Island. Please ensure arrival and departure details are coordinated with the resort to avoid inconvenience of missed domestic and international connecting flights. Guests are advised to have flight reservations via ITI by contacting holiday@elnidoresorts.com as you make your room reservations. ITI passengers are entitled to 10kg of luggage including hand carry items. Excess baggage will be charged accordingly.

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