El Nido Honeymoon in the Philippines

Arrive in Manila and transfer to The Peninsula Manila in Makati. The Peninsula is a five-star, long-established hotel with several restaurants and a well-regarded spa. It sits on the corner of Ayala and Makati Avenues, convenient for a short walk to high-end shops and galleries and easy onward transport. 

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Transfer to the domestic terminal for your flight to El Nido. From El Nido Pier, a shared speedboat brings you to Cauayan Island Resort. Check into your Lagoon Villa, which offers a queen bed, an indoor sunken tub and a wooden terrace over the lagoon. On arrival, the villa will have a honeymoon in-villa set-up with champagne, roses and cake.

Spend the afternoon getting to know the resort. Cauayan operates as a private-island property focused on personalised service and straightforward access to nature and water-based activities. (B)

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Today, join the Premium Traditional Boat Tour, a full-day shared island-hopping trip aboard a hand-crafted bangka. Choose the Signature route: Cadlao Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Secret Lagoon and Snake Island; or the Beach route: Hidden Beach, Helicopter Island, Secret Beach and Matinloc Reef. Expect clear lagoons framed by limestone karst towers, snorkelling over coral gardens and short walks along sandbars that change with the tide.

The tour includes an island-style lunch. Guides know which shallow coral patches are best for snorkelling and can point out local fish species and fragile coral you should avoid so your visit has minimal impact. (B,L)

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Explore the resort’s house reef, which has coral outcrops where small reef fish, anemones and occasional rays can be seen in shallow water. After snorkelling, use the infinity pool to rinse off and relax. Non-motorised water sports, such as kayaks and paddleboards, are included, allowing you to explore sheltered inlets without disturbing marine life. (B)

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This morning is yours: revisit the house reef, paddle a kayak around the bay or relax by the pool. The resort’s included non-motorised equipment and gym mean you can fill the day without extra cost. In the late afternoon, board your private speedboat about 45 minutes before sunset for a roughly 90-minute cruise that includes sparkling wine and light snacks. (B)

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Choose a guided morning or afternoon trek to one of the island’s two viewpoint trails for a wide view across Bacuit Bay. Trails pass native vegetation, the guide will explain the area’s karst geology and how uplifted limestone formed the jagged isles you see.

After the trek, enjoy a 90-minute Cauayan Signature Massage. The resort’s signature treatment uses Swedish-style long strokes and stretching to relieve muscle tension and aid circulation. (B)

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A day to move at your own pace. Start with the fitness centre if you want a structured workout, or return to water activities such as paddleboarding or snorkelling. The resort boutique stocks locally made crafts and small gifts that make practical keepsakes and support local artisans; staff can point you to items that help nearby communities. In the afternoon, there are beach games and board games available. (B)

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Spend a final day revisiting favourite spots: a last snorkel over the house reef, a swim in the infinity pool or a relaxed gym session. In the evening, enjoy the Elite Dinner on the Beach, a three-course beachfront menu. The dinner begins with a glass of sparkling wine and an amuse-bouche, then moves on to a starter and a surf-and-turf main highlighting local seafood and quality cuts, and finishes with a chocolate dessert. (B,D)

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Check out when you are ready, and the resort will organise your speedboat transfer to El Nido pier and onward domestic flight to Manila. Once in Manila, you will connect to your international flight home. (B)