El Nido is widely recognized as one of the best destinations in the Philippines. It has its own share of natural wonders that never fail to satisfy the weary eyes of the traveler. Everyone knows that El Nido is home to numerous attractions and the Seven Commandos is one of its fascinating islands that are best enough to represent the beauty of El Nido.


Seven Commandos Island was named after the 7 commandos who lived in the island. Their names are printed on the rocks at the island. Sitting right on the mainland, Seven Commandos is a deserted stretch of beach with a gently sloping sea floor and a magnificent view of the sunset. It is actually one of the major ternaries of the tourists when visiting El Nido.

What to do?

• With the presence of lined coconut trees and stunning view of the towering limestone in contrast of the shore, Seven Commandos is one of the best scenes to capture. So don’t forget to bring cameras to capture every minute of your tour.
• Of course, swimming is the major activity that you can do. A dip to its crystal waters is a refreshing dip that will soothe you against the heat.
• If you’re tired of swimming, you can have a walk around and just feel and breathe the cool air.
• Fresh Buko is available around the island and is a good way to refresh you from scorching sun while enjoying the views.

If you happen to visit Seven Commandos Island and spend overnight or days in the island, here are some of the nearest accommodations that you may have.

• A Place To Remember El Nido - Serena Street.Barangay Buena Suerte, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines 5313
• La Salangane Hotel - Serena St., Buena Suerte, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
• Pura Vida Inn & Tours - Serena Street, Buena Suerte, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
• Lolo Oyong El Nido Pension House - Rizal Street, Barangay Maligaya Zone 1, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
• The Alternative Inn - Serena St., Bgy. Buena Suerte, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines

Trip to El Nido

From Manila to El Nido

From Manila, you can take a plane going straight to El Nido by Island Transvoyager (ITI) that can be found at Soriano Aviation Terminal on Andrews Avenue in Pasay City. It cost around 6,000-6,500php, one way, with 1-2 hours travel time. South East Asian Airlines (SEAir) has also a route from Manila to El Nido that can be found at the second floor of the Doña Concepcion Building on Arnaiz Avenue in Makati City. The fare is approximately 4,400php one way with 1-2 hours travel time.

From Manila – Puerto Princessa – El Nido
Philippine Airlines, PAL Express (formerly Air Philippines), Cebu Pacific, and Zest Air are travelling from Manila to Puerto Princessa (capital of Palawan). From Puerto Princessa, you can take a bus with an 8-hour ride over very bumpy roads or you can ride in air-conditioned vans which is 2-hour shorter trip than on a bus but more expensive.