El Nido eSIM
Which eSIM should I buy for El Nido?
Choose the AloOui Philippines eSIM. It starts at $8.82 for 1GB over 7 days and runs on Globe and SMART with 4G/5G where available. Install it before you fly and you're online the moment you land at El Nido (Lio) Airport (ENI) or Puerto Princesa (PPS). The same eSIM covers the Philippines, so Coron, Puerto Princesa and Manila are included.
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El Nido eSIM prices
| Plan | Data | Price (USD) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed 1GB / 7 days | 1GB total | $8.82 | A short island stop |
| Fixed 5GB / 30 days | 5GB total | $23.22 | Maps and tour bookings for a week |
| Unlimited Essential / 3 days | 1GB/day high-speed, then up to 1.25 Mbps | $17.67 | A packed few days of island hopping |
| Unlimited Essential / 7 days | 1GB/day high-speed, then up to 1.25 Mbps | $36.06 | Everyday use without counting data |
| Unlimited Plus / 7 days | 2GB/day high-speed, then up to 2 Mbps | $72.15 | Lagoon photos and video |
Prices may change. Always check the product page for the latest prices before purchasing.
Getting to El Nido
Small planes fly from Manila to Lio Airport, just outside El Nido town. Most travellers fly to Puerto Princesa instead and take a van north, which takes around five to six hours. Ferries also link El Nido with Coron.
Data tip: download offline maps before the long van ride, as signal comes and goes on the road north.
Island hopping Tours A to D
Boats leave El Nido every morning for the Bacuit Bay island-hopping tours, labelled A, B, C and D. Tour A visits the famous Big and Small Lagoons, and Tour C includes hidden beaches and the Secret Beach.
Data tip: book your tour the day before and keep the meeting time on your phone. Signal is patchy out in the bay, so upload photos when you're back in town.
Where you'll use your data in El Nido
- Nacpan Beach: a long golden beach about 40 minutes north of town
- Las Cabanas: sunset bars and a zipline over to a nearby island
- Taraw Cliff: a steep guided climb to a view over the town and bay
- El Nido town: restaurants, dive shops and travel agents along the waterfront
Paying and getting around
Tricycles are the main way to get around, and scooters are easy to rent. An environmental fee is collected for the protected area.
Data tip: some smaller places take cash only, so check the nearest ATM on your phone before heading out.
More of the Philippines
See our Palawan guide for Coron and Puerto Princesa, fly to Boracay, or head back via Manila.
Set up in 2 minutes
Install the emailed QR code over Wi-Fi before you fly, then turn on AloOui and data roaming when you land. Your plan starts when you connect in the Philippines, not when you install. It covers the Philippines, from Manila to Cebu, Siargao and Palawan. Contact our support team through the AloOui Help Center.
El Nido eSIM FAQs
Does my eSIM work in El Nido town?
Yes. You connect to Globe or SMART in town and along the main road.
Will it work on island-hopping tours?
Near the coast and some islands, yes. Signal is patchy in the lagoons, so save what you need before you go.
Which plan is best for a week in El Nido?
Unlimited Essential for 7 days ($36.06) covers maps, bookings and photos without counting data.
Does it work on the van from Puerto Princesa?
Along much of the route, yes. Download offline maps for the gaps.
Does it include a Philippine phone number?
No. Your eSIM is data-only, so you call and message through WhatsApp, FaceTime and other apps.
Is there a discount code for El Nido?
Yes. Use code EXTRA20 at checkout for an extra 20% off Philippines eSIM orders of $50 or more.
Ready for El Nido?
From $8.82, instant QR by email, support through the Help Center.
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