How Tiki Expeditions and Diving was Born
In 2023, Tiki Expeditions and Diving commenced operations between the crystal-clear waters of El Nido and Coron with a mission to deliver authentic, unfiltered Palawan adventures without all the glitter or inflated prices of conventional tours and diving. Just back to the simple basics, offering unique, immersive experiences in one of the planet’s last true paradises, the amazing areas of Northern Palawan.
These area have no public boat transportation so the only way you can see them is by private boat expedition. For that reason these areas are pristine and undisturbed ….some people describe this area like Kp Samui, Po Tao Thailand in the 70s, whether it’s the Beautiful Linapacan island Chain or Diving in the 2nd largest reef system in the world, Apo Reef, the natural beauty is awe-inspiring.
What began as a small team adventure of seekers has slowly evolved into one of Palawan’s leading Expedition and Diving Operators. Our services are as follows:
– 3-day Coron-El Nido or El Nido to Coron Expeditions – some of the most affordable in the region.
– Comfortable liveaboard diving to Apo Reef, Tubbataha Reef (one of the top 10 dives in the world), and Coron’s legendary WWII shipwrecks.
– No-nonsense thrills and adventures where the focus is on real exploration, not your “run of the mill” Instagram stop.
This is who we are, why we do it differently, and how we’ve earned our reputation as a premier expedition and dive operator in Northern Palawan.
Tiki Expeditions was born when our founders – a mix of business-minded investors and real explorers, who grew tired of seeing Palawan’s magic diluted by:
– Those disrespecting the natural beauties, the islands, and the reef systems hidden underneath.
– Overcrowded “must-see” spots were becoming eyesores to some of our guests. Yes, it’s like going to Paris and not seeing the Eiffel Tower, but some guests just don’t want to see touristy places (which we try to avoid).
– Our prices are a little cheaper so everyone can enjoy our real adventure at an affordable, maybe cheaper price, but sleeping in the same beach camp as many of the more expensive companies.
– Our price includes free rum and Pineapple after boat time (5 pm). Sorry, can’t be drinking Pirate Juice all day long, too many people fall off the boat. But once your on solid land your free to drink but remember early sleep early start. Alcohol abuse can ruin the trip for you and everyone.
Although we weren’t the first company doing the 3-day expedition between Coron and El Nido, we have managed to produce a tour that we believe gives you a top-rated expedition or dive experience while being a little cheaper than the other operators. Please message us to compare our prices.
Some people ask, What’s the difference between a 3-day tour and a regular day tour?
The main difference is that regular tours stay close to El Nido town or Coron, so they can only travel to much more crowded areas, as you need to return to town at the end of the day. Meanwhile, the 3-day Expedition continues on the same route for 3 days, passing through the amazing Linapacan Island Chain. In some areas, you will share with other Expedition companies, while in some other areas, you will be the only other boat on the island.
The truth is, we many times sleep in the same camps as Big Dream Boatman, Keelooma, or the other companies, we see the same places, or mostly the same, yet our price is a cheaper 3-day expedition between Coron and El Nido. Staying overnight in a romantic bamboo beach hut is amazing. Booking directly with us saves money as we don’t have to pay the travel agency commission.
