El Nido, officially the Municipality of El Nido, is a 1st class municipality in the province of Palawan, Philippines. According to the 2015 census, it has a population of 41,606 people.[4]
It is about 420 kilometres (260mi) south-west of Manila,[5] and about 238 kilometres (148mi) north-east of Puerto Princesa, Palawan’s capital.[6] A managed resource protected area[6], it is known for its white-sand beaches, coral reefs, limestone cliffs and as the gateway to the Bacuit archipelago.
El Nido is currently ranked #4 in Cond□ Nast Traveler's list of "20 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World." [7] CNNGo has called it the Best Beach and Island destination in the Philippines[8][9] for its "extraordinary natural splendor and ecosystem
Cadlao Island, El Nido Islands - It is the largest island in El Nido, occupying a land area of 10.06 square kilometers. Among all islands, it is the closest to town proper and has the highest peak that towers up to 640 meters above sea level. It is known for its white sand beaches, gradually sloping sea floor, hidden lagoons, and nature trails through its lush forest cover. One of these nature trails leads to the charming saltwater Makaamo Lagoon. Surrounded by mangroves, the lagoon is best enjoyed in silence at sunrise or sunset when the birds feed.