About Payong-Payong Beach
Payong-Payong Beach is a quiet sandy beach located in El Nido municipality in northern Palawan, Philippines. Situated near the Lio Beach area north of El Nido Town, it is known for its calm shoreline, views of the Bacuit Bay islands and relatively undeveloped setting compared to more commercial beaches. The beach offers a relaxed environment for swimming, walking and sunset viewing, and is often visited as part of El Nido's mainland beach circuit.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a relatively quiet, sandy shoreline with calm waters and views of limestone islands in Bacuit Bay. The beach is less developed than nearby Lio Beach, with open sand, scattered coconut palms and a natural coastal setting. Areas are suitable for walking, swimming, sunbathing and photography. There are no large commercial structures directly on the beach, offering a more tranquil atmosphere close to El Nido Town.
Key highlights
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Quiet sandy beach north of El Nido Town near Lio Beach
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Views of Bacuit Bay and surrounding limestone islands
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Calm waters suitable for swimming and wading in dry season
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Relatively undeveloped and less crowded setting
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Sunset viewing over the bay
Route
| By air | Fly to El Nido Airport (Lio Airport) or Puerto Princesa International Airport, then travel by van or bus to El Nido Town |
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| By road | Accessible by road from El Nido Town via tricycle, van or rented scooter/motorbike toward Lio Beach area, followed by short walk to the shoreline |
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