Let Lakwa show you a different side of El Nido. Rent a dirt bike and explore the island's rugged terrain on guided tours.
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Join us on an exhilarating ride through some of our favourite trails and mountain paths in central El Nido. See breathtaking off-the-grid destinations you can only reach with an adventure bike. Our North Loop tour will take you through beaches, inland mountain trails, a river crossing, and cliffside viewpoints to show you parts of El Nido you'll never reach on a boat tour.Half of this route is made up of dirt roads and mountain trails, making it a great choice for riders with a good amount of off-road experience. Beginners and less-experienced riders are welcome to explore our offering of shorter and less demanding tours instead.Riders with no experience operating a manual bike will not be allowed this tour. Our guides will assess your riding ability before your tour begins.Duration: 5-6 hoursDistance: approx. 110 kmDifficulty: IntermediatePrices listed are for our default bikes, the Honda CRF150L. If you'd like to upgrade to a CRF300L, you may pay the difference on-site the day of your tour, subject to availability. You may also request to reserve a bike ahead of time if any are available on your preferred date.We highly recommend that riders over 100kg/220lb and 192cm/6'3" use a CRF300L. Please contact us before booking to ensure availability.
Danat TrailIbajay Mountain CrossingImorigue BayDewil ValleyIlle CaveVilla Paz RiverbedSibaltan Mangrove ForestSibaltan BeachMaranlaoDaracotan BayLigad Fishing VillageDiapilaDuli-Dagmay CoastDuli Beach
2 nights accommodation and a motorcycle tour around El Nido depending on your skill level. Pick up from the airport, check in and depending on schedule of flights and skill level an itinerary will be tailored to suit your availability. (Breakfasts and 1 lunch included!)
Our 3 day, 2 night tour is an electrifying dirt bike adventure through the north of Palawan, featuring 500km of rugged coastal roads, mountain trails, dense forest paths, and scenic beach rides. Designed for intermediate to advanced riders, this route takes you from the iconic limestone cliffs of El Nido through the coastlines of Taytay, Dumaran, Roxas, Port Barton, and San Vicente.Carve your way through a wide variety of terrain, experiencing hidden river crossings, single track trails, hanging bridges, and mountain passes. Ride across remote fishing villages, abandoned airstrips, and the legendary 14km Long Beach of San Vicente. With beachfront stays, full meals, footage of your entire ride, this is more than just a tour—it’s a gnarly, life changing, full-throttle experience of North Palawan’s raw beauty.Itinerary and Route ProfileDay 1: El Nido LoopYour tour kicks off with a thrilling loop around the northernmost tip of Palawan. After breakfast and a quick briefing at the Lakwa Motorcycles garage, you’ll dive head-first into an exploration of El Nido’s coastlines and challenging mountain trails, passing through Duli Beach on a rugged dirt road and technical trails towards Teneguiban. Next is a dash through Sibaltan Beach, climbing to stunning viewpoints overlooking mangrove forests. You’ll navigate lush forest trails and riverbeds leading to Dewil Valley, where rice paddies meet some of El Nido’s iconic towering limestone cliffs. The route continues along Palawan’s southeast coast, stopping briefly at an abandoned airstrip in Sandoval and winding through Taytay's dirt roads before arriving at the picturesque Sader Beach.Distance: 150 km total (65 km dirt/off-road)Duration: 8-9 hoursMeals: Breakfast, lunch, dinnerAccommodation: Beachfront homestayDirection: Northern loop of El Nido, southward along the east coastDay 2: Coast to CoastThe second day starts early with you heading southwest down Dumaran’s coastal roads. Experience crossing a large river with your bikes loaded on small fishing boats, followed by a 4km stretch of beach riding. You’ll then venture into the mountainous jungle trails of Roxas, cross a picturesque hanging bridge, and have an authentic glimpse into rural Palawan life. You’ll tackle more challenging trails, cutting westward across the island to arrive at the charming coastal town of Port Barton at sunset. Spend the night relaxing, exploring the local nightlife, and connecting with fellow travelers.Distance: 200 km total (90 km dirt/off-road)Duration: 8-9 hoursMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Beach resortDirection: Southwest-bound, from east coast to west coastDay 3: West Coast TrailsThe final day will have you entering the northbound trails along Palawan’s scenic west coast overlooking the Sulu Sea. You’ll be led to San Vicente, stopping by the breathtaking Bato ni Ningning viewpoint and descending towards the famed 14km long stretch of white sands on Long Beach. Your adventure will continue on fire trails and winding roads through Abongan back towards El Nido, concluding with an exploration of Bebeladan’s trails, which offer spectacular views of El Nido’s Bacuit Bay and Snake Island. Your journey wraps up at Lio Beach, perfectly timed for sunset, followed by a celebratory dinner and cocktails back at the Lakwa Garage & Cafe.Distance: 150 km total (80 km dirt/off-road)Duration: 7 hoursMeals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerDirection: Northbound along the west coast*We may make minor changes to the itinerary depending on various factors such as the weather and the group’s skill and comfort level, but rest assured you will have an equivalent exp
Experience stunning views and explore the north of El Nido, all while learning a new skill! Your beginner ride is tailored for those who have never been on a dirt bike before. Riders will begin the tour on empty beaches and open spaces before slowly transitioning to dirt paths, rice fields, and more. Lessons on the basics of riding are integrated into the tour and the terrain gets progressively more challenging according to the confidence of the riders. This tour includes use of basic bikes, the Honda CRF150L. You may choose to upgrade to an Honda CRF300L on the day of your tour for an additional fee, subject to availability. We highly recommend that riders over 100kg/220lb and/or 192cm/6'3" use a CRF300L. Please contact us before booking to ensure availability.
Our Highlights ride is tailored to cater all kind of riders, from amateur to little or no experienced. If needed, it features lessons on the basics of riding integrated into an off-the-beaten path route through the north of El Nido show casing the most iconic spots in the North of the island such as reknown beaches, rice fields and overlookng spots. Experience riding on a multitude of varying terrain while appreciating the natural beauty of the island safely in the hands of our experienced guides.Duration: 5-6 hours Distance: approx. 110 km Difficulty: BeginnerWe highly recommend that riders over 100kg/220lb and 192cm/6'3" use a CRF300L. Please contact us before booking to ensure availability.