Forget the postcard version of El Nido for a day. This is the El Nido that locals actually live in — farms, villages, beaches, and rooftops — seen the way it's meant to be seen: rattling along in the back of an iconic, brightly painted jeepney, wind in your hair, fellow travelers beside you.

Hop Aboard the Jeepney

Your day starts the way every great Filipino road trip does — aboard a Keelooma jeepney. Climb in, grab a seat, and settle into the rhythm of the road as the town gives way to coconut groves and open countryside. It's not just transport, it's the first taste of local life, and the perfect place to swap stories with the travelers riding alongside you.

Get Your Hands Dirty at a Local Farm

Step into rural Palawan at a working local farm, where agriculture isn't a backdrop — it's the backbone of the local economy. Walk the fields, meet the farmers, and learn what makes Palawan's soil so productive. Curious what actually grows here? You'll find out firsthand, and if you're up for it, roll up your sleeves and try your hand at planting, cultivating, or harvesting alongside the people who do it every day.

Discover Barangay Sibaltan & Sibaltan Beach

Continue on to Barangay Sibaltan, a coastal village and home to a significant population of the Cuyonon, one of mainland Palawan's indigenous ethnic groups. This is where the day slows down and the culture deepens.

At Ursula Beach Club, sit down to a Filipino-style lunch showcasing the country's best-loved dishes. Then get hands-on: try preparing traditional Filipino snacks, and watch — or join — as Keelooma's heritage dancers perform tinikling, the bamboo dance recognized as the Philippines' national dance. Afterward, stroll the beach to find the Pangko replica, a quiet nod to the seafaring heritage of the region.

Unwind at Nacpan Beach

By afternoon, it's time to slow all the way down. Lay your towel out on Nacpan Beach — a four-kilometer stretch of pale gold sand and clear water that earned its place as 8th best beach in Asia in TripAdvisor's 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards. Grab a cold drink from a local vendor, wade into the bay, and let the rest of the day disappear.

Toast the Sunset Over Bacuit Bay

Wrap up the day where El Nido does it best — on a rooftop. At Neighbors and Nomads' Taraw Rooftop Bar, sip a handcrafted cocktail as the sky turns gold, pink, and orange over the limestone cliffs of Bacuit Bay. It's the kind of sunset that makes you understand why people fall in love with this place.

One jeepney. One day. A side of El Nido most tourists never see — farms, villages, beaches, and a sunset to remember it all by.

Before you go

• Wear comfortable clothing and suitable shoes for the farm visit
• Bring swimwear and a towel for Nacpan Beach
• Apply sunscreen and bring a hat for sun protection
• Bring cash for personal purchases or extra drinks/snacks
• Tour involves walking on uneven farm and beach terrain
• Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting Sibaltan
• Itinerary may change due to weather or local conditions
• Inform Keelooma of dietary restrictions in advance
• Suitable for most fitness levels; let us know of any mobility needs
• Bring any personal medication you may need

What’s included

• Jeepney transport throughout the tour
• Local farm visit with hands-on planting/harvesting (optional)
• Visit to Barangay Sibaltan and Sibaltan Beach
• Filipino-style lunch at Ursula Beach Club
• Traditional Filipino snack-making activity
• Tinikling dance performance with Keelooma heritage dancers
• Visit to the Pangko replica
• Free time at Nacpan Beach
• Handcrafted cocktail at Taraw Rooftop Bar
• Sunset views over Bacuit Bay
• English and Tagalog (Filipino) speaking tour guide

Not included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Gratuities/tips for guide and driver
• Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra drinks/snacks)
• Travel insurance
• Additional meals not specified in the itinerary
• Alcoholic beverages (aside from the included cocktail at Taraw Rooftop)
• Entrance fees not covered by the tour package
• Eco-Tourism Development Fee (ETDF)