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Place

Big Lagoon

Coast

El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

A limestone-framed lagoon in Bacuit Bay with managed visitor access.

Why go

Why visit this place?

The lagoon offers a distinctive calm-water setting for guided exploration and kayaking when access is available.

When you arrive

What to expect

Access is managed and may be capacity-limited. Accredited operators confirm current arrangements and the suitable way to enter the lagoon.

Visiting

Getting there

Visit through a current accredited El Nido island-hopping arrangement that includes Big Lagoon.

Best time: Access depends on current management rules, weather and sea conditions.

Activities

Signature experiences

Discover distinctive things to do at Big Lagoon and nearby places connected through El Nido.

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At Bacuit Bay

Bacuit Bay Island-Hopping

An accredited-operator boat excursion through Bacuit Bay with lagoon, island and beach stops selected for current access and conditions.

Lagoon Kayaking

Managed kayaking in Big Lagoon or Small Lagoon when the day's access arrangements and conditions allow.

At Bacuit Bay

Snorkeling

Boat-based snorkeling at operator-selected reefs and beach stops in Bacuit Bay.

At Bacuit Bay

Guided Recreational Scuba Diving

Guided recreational diving at Bacuit Bay sites chosen for certification, experience and current conditions.

Planning your visit

How to get there

Start with a practical route to Big Lagoon.

A detailed route to this Place has not been added yet. The visiting notes below may still help with planning.

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