Secret Lagoon
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Mariann Tormon
Iloilo City, Philippines204 contributions
Nov 2019 • Family
This was our first stop on our island hopping Tour A. Our boat can’t get near the beach because of the rocks underwater and the low tide. Hence, a pair of aqua shoes is a requisite here. It’s okay if you don’t have one; our foreigner co-joiners on our boat, didn’t rent an aqua shoes too and yet they survived the sharp rocks
You have to wait for a few minutes before getting inside the secret lagoon as people coming in and out are by batch based on the arrival of tourist boats. The entrance is a small hole that only one person can fit into.
Visit should be timely with the low tide as you cannot enter nor out of the secret lagoon during high tides. The entrance is mostly covered when the water gets high.
Water inside is a bit murky. Probably because of too many people inside
Photos are usually taken by tour guides. They know the best angles for you
You have to wait for a few minutes before getting inside the secret lagoon as people coming in and out are by batch based on the arrival of tourist boats. The entrance is a small hole that only one person can fit into.
Visit should be timely with the low tide as you cannot enter nor out of the secret lagoon during high tides. The entrance is mostly covered when the water gets high.
Water inside is a bit murky. Probably because of too many people inside
Photos are usually taken by tour guides. They know the best angles for you
Written January 25, 2020
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450xDesertSlayer
Phoenix, AZ14 contributions
Jun 2019
To access Secret Lagoon you have to do a little swimming from where the boats anchor out. The surf was a little strong, but fun. It just added to the excitement. Bring water shoes of some sort due to the coral and rocks you'll have to navigate over to get to the opening of the lagoon. Once inside you feel that you are in the belly of a volcano. The water was cloudy inside due to all of the tourist walking around. No problem with that, as you are just amazed of where you are. No snorkeling while there, we only had enough time to get to the lagoon, take photos and relax for just a few minutes. This place can get very busy and you're waiting in line to get in while others are exiting. Still a wonderful place to see.
Written May 12, 2020
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Chessamgm10
Saint Paul, MN21 contributions
Jan 2020
This is one of the stops on Tour A. It was supper crowded when we got there. Way too many boats and it was tricky trying to get to land. Once you get to land, there is a line to get into the hole to get to the secret lagoon. We waited about 30 min to get in and once there, there were about 40 people inside! PASS!
Written January 21, 2020
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Marco Grava
Rome, Italy811 contributions
Feb 2020
Small, secluded, surrounded by steep basalt walls this small lagoon is a hidden gem that you should not miss. Bear in mind that entering and exiting might not be an easy task if the ocean is a little rough; the entrance is rather small and tight, the walls are sharp and the waves can throw you here and there like a ragdoll. Do not forget to bring some sort of shoes to wear when you dispose of your fins because the water is so shallow that you will have to walk your way to the beach and the seabed is very rocky.
Written February 27, 2020
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Dreamy7174
Seattle, WA328 contributions
Jan 2020
This was the first stop of our Tour A. It was a nice ride going there. Boats docked very far from the shore. People were lining up going in and out from the secret lagoon. We waited for a while before we were able to go inside. Inside was a shallow form of warm water which was nothing great. It was just saying "oh, let's get out. It was better to swim outside in the sunny warm and cleaner water which has the best view. Blue & green water was so refreshing.
Written February 4, 2020
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llauraa-
Helsinki, Finland155 contributions
Feb 2020
This destination does not take a lot of your time as the lagoon is quite tiny. However, it is quite an adventure to get there especially on a windy day. We had to leave the boat far away from the shore and walk to the beach in huge waves, strong current and sharp stones. Then thrust ourselves to the lagoon through a small hole. I would still say it was worth is as the Secret lagoon was quite stunning. We were lucky enough to be the only group at that time, but I can imagine how crowded it gets in the busiest hours. The beach outside the secret lagoon is also beautiful!
Written April 7, 2020
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Timetravelbug
Dapto, Australia300 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Don’t bother getting off the boat. A lot of messing around to get somewhere where you cant even swim, as it’s super shallow. You’re also held back by tour guides so people can get their perfect picture. Only one way in and out... long lines. Over rated.
Written January 8, 2020
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Hong Kong, China34 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
We went on island hopping tour C and this was one of the stops. There were 15 boats of 22 people there. The water was extremely warm (which just made me think I was swimming in pee) and just all the people really ruined the experience. If it were private, I would have a totally different perspective.
Written January 27, 2020
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Katy Santos
Philippines519 contributions
Aug 2020
we went to El Nido before the pandemic, unfortunately, we only got a glimpse of the secret lagoon due to high tide. We faced rough waters on our way there and on our way back. Sadly, I wasn't able to take a photo of it due to rough waves.
Written July 9, 2021
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Loren P
Manila, Philippines634 contributions
Dec 2019
If you go during high tide, it would be hard to swim through the hole as the current is also strong. Our guide made us lie down on our backs (3 of us) and held on to each other feet while he pulled us to get to the hole. It was worth the challenge. The secret beach is lovely.
Written November 2, 2020
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