TESTIMONIALS

  As soon as we stepped foot on this sanctuary we felt like we were experiencing the Palawan island life we’d read rave reviews about. Away from the tooting horns and... read more chaos of El Nido town we could now enjoy the sounds of birds, geckos and water lapping at the beach on our villa doorstep. Guy could not have been more helpful - and watching him tend to his lush lawn, beautiful garden of palms and frangipanis, his pride of place was also evident in the viewing spots he’d built for guests to admire the incredible sunsets over the water. We had every meal catered for including a fresh fish buffet lunch aboard our bangka boat with crew and tour guide Jeff who took us every day on a private island hopping tour - timing our arrival for when the other tourists were gone. Don’t expect a 5-Star hotel experience. You get something much more special here - and if you connect with the team, it’s a privilege to hear their life stories and ambitions. We’ll always remember our time here.

  Amazing stay at the sunset villa! Guy’s place is gorgeous and he and all of his staff were so accommodating. We never needed for anything. Get the all inclusive package;... read more it is more than worth it. If you get the opportunity to do a tour with Jeffrey, take it! He is absolutely the best! You can’t go wrong with either island hopping tour and the waterfall hike was a real gem. Thanks Guy and crew for a great getaway!!

  Terra Nova was so incredible! Guy and his staff go above and beyond any 5 star resort to make you comfortable and help with everything to make your vacation wonderful!... read more Rose was amazing booking and cooking amazing food for us daily. We had a boat assigned to us for whatever and where ever we wanted to go daily. We are a family of 6 and were so sad to leave!! They booked diving tours and made all the arrangements and their boat wait until we were done. We hiked to the waterfalls, the boat drove us, they had a guild with us, arrange for tricycles , even carried lunch for us after our hike! It was so incredibly I don’t have enough space to write all the things they did for us! Guy works so hard on his resort to make your stay the best ever! Thank you Guy and your terra nova staff! We will definitely come back!

  My family stayed here for 5 nights. Though our group was big (14pax) they were able to accommodate and attend to our needs.

The whole group was in awe... read more of the place, from beautiful sunrise to the most breathtaking sunset.

The staff were all friendly. Shout out to ate Rose, ate Lisa, and to the tour guide kuya Jeffrey, capt Eric & first mate! 🫡 The island tour and lunch on an island was truly unforgettable experience. We love that we can have an island experience for only our family. Fine sand, no seaweeds, no jelly fish, just complete relax experience for the whole family whose age ranges from 4 yrs to 50 something. They have the boat exclusive for us with kayak for the teens and oldies to enjoy!

It was so fun and unforgettable for the whole family! We wanted to comeback real soon! 🙂

  We found a peaceful escape from the El Nido crowds at a lovely villa in the south. The exceptional hospitality of Guy and his team truly made our stay memorable.... read more A huge thank you to Jeff and his crew for their patience and fantastic tours, and to Rose, Lisa, and Emy for their attentive service and delicious early-morning breakfasts. Would definitely recommend this place should you ever visit the South.

  I had high expectations from reading previous reviews, but even these were exceeded! Guy and his team looked after us and knew what we needed before we did- the level... read more of friendly hospitality was something we have never had before.
The all inclusive option is a must! Our boat crew took us to many hidden gems away from the tourists. We feel like we got to really explore El Nido, but with the comfort of our private boat, and of course one of Roses lovely freshly prepared lunches!
We can’t recommend Terra Nova and the people there enough- thank you Guy and team for such an amazing stay, and for showing us the real El Nido away from the crowded tourists spots!

  Notre séjour à Terra Nova a été notre coup de cœur de notre voyage à El Nido.

Nous recherchions un endroit paisible, privé et offrant la possibilité d’échapper aux... read more circuits touristiques. Terra Nova, Guy et son équipe ont su répondre à toutes nos attentes.

La nourriture était juste excellente, chose vraiment appréciable au regard des autres expériences que nous avons eu à El Nido et Coron. Notre villa était propre, avec l’essentiel des équipements à disposition.

Grâce aux recommandations de Guy, nous avons découvert des lieux magnifiques, protégés du tourisme de masse, avec cette impression unique d’être seuls au monde alors même que nous étions en pleine haute saison.

Nous recommandons sans hésitation Terra Nova. Encore un grand merci et très belle continuation !

  I will always remember how Guy and Bella (the resort dog) welcomed us when we arrived at Terra Nova. It was exactly how I would arrive each day at... read more our own home. It was warm as if we we're a returning guests to the resort. Guy was like an old friend we haven't seen for a long time. So you can imagine that leaving the resort was kind of sad. Big thanks for Guy and his wonderful team for making our stay at Terra Nova extra special.

  Want all the perks of a big, pricey resort without all the noise, crowds, and hassle? You'll love Guy's place. It's a beautiful slice of island paradise, well-decorated, beautifully cultivated,... read more and full of peaceful scenery. The ladies in the kitchen work hard to provide delicious meals, the tour guides are friendly and reliable, and everyone was so kind and loving towards our toddler (always eager to offer a snack or play with her). We'll definitely be back!

  The guy was very attentive from start to finish—he tried to make our stay pleasant despite the rainy days. A big shout-out to Rose and Jeffrey, who are the stars!... read more

  This was really great for a private, relaxing getaway. The activities were fun as well. The services were good. They were flexible with the mealtimes and the... read more food was tasty. The weather was a little, but that can expected in the Philippines in December. Overall, we are very happy with our vacation.

  Our family loved our time at Terra Nova!
Guy, Rose, Jeffrey, and the staff showed a level of hospitality that went above and beyond our expectations.
As the... read more weather was not suitable for daily snorkeling tours, they created alternate excursions for us; kayaking alongside the mangroves, as well as taking a trip to the nearby village, where our teenagers joined in a local volleyball game (a highlight for them).
Rose’s food was consistently delicious, and she was able to cater for those of us vegetarians. We have left Terra Nova feeling like we have made friends, rather than just being guests at a resort.
Highly recommend!

  Guy and his team provided exceptional service. Guy bent over backwards to ensure we could experience his Villa. Every meal Rose prepared was delicious and her desserts were amazing. Mon... read more and Lynn attended to my family's every request. Our tour guide Jeff & our personal boat crew went above and beyond to provide our family with incredible adventures each day. They literally took us anywhere we wanted to go whenever we wanted.

My first morning, I woke up to the most beautiful sunrise without even leaving my bed. We had an incredible sunset dinner on a platform overlooking the ocean. My family got to go paddle boarding and kayaking without having to leave Terra Nova. Jeff took us snorkeling at a coral reef where we saw tons of beautiful tropical fish.

The water around Palawan is the warmest clearest ocean water I have ever experienced. My mom described her stay there as "paradise" and "the best experience she has ever had in her life." I hope my family and I can experience this again.

  Guy and his crew were super responsive to our group’s wants and needs. His place was a gem: beautiful, peaceful, calm, tranquility. Definitely opt for the daily package option if... read more available. Excellent place to get away from one’s daily grind!

  Le Terra Nova Resort est un havre de tranquillité, loin de l’agitation d’El Nido.
Il n’y a que 2 villas louées, dans un environnement préservé et magnifique.
Nous étions un... read more couple avec notre fille, gendre et leurs deux enfants. Nous avions choisi le « All inclusive » avec tous les repas et le bateau privé à notre disposition pendant les 4 jours de notre séjour.
L’accueil de Guy a été remarquable. Très sympathique, prévenant et pro-actif.
Son équipe a été très performante.
Rose est une excellente coordonnatrice, gérant avec délicatesse tous les détails.
Pong a su, pendant 4 jours, nous préparer des repas excellents et variés. Il a su s’adapter à notre petit-fils de 8 ans qui est végétarien. Enfin Jeff nous a emmené pendant 3 jours sur des croisières différentes et personnalisées. Je recommande donc ce lieu pour ceux qui souhaitent une approche plus authentique de l’île de Palawan.

  Une expérience magique et inoubliable.
Guy et son équipe nous ont fait sentir comme à la maison !
Merci encore pour cet accueil on recommande ++

  My family had a very enjoyable stay at Terra Nova. We enjoyed the remoteness of the location and the beautiful surrounding sea. It was a very relaxing experience.... read more The private boat trips for our group were absolutely fantastic and very personable. We enjoyed being taken to the different locations where there were no other tourists. The crew were very flexible and were happy to be guided by us with what we wanted to do and see. The lunches provided were amazing. There were a few hiccups with the dinners however this was rectified very promptly. The staff overall are excellent especially Rose who goes out of her way. Guy has made this place truely special. Belle the beautiful island dog is the sweetest girl. There were tears from my family when we left. Terra Nova has formed a special place in all of our hearts.

  Memorable visit to El Nido thanks to Guy and his team! Worthwhile to visit the less touristy parts of El Nido with hospitable staff

  Unbelievable stay at this special piece of paradise. Incredibly welcoming and accommodating staff who make you feel like you are staying with family. Beautiful, picturesque environment and facilities. And delicious... read more food. We will go out of our way to recommend to others and we will be back. Thank you Guy, Rose, Jeff and team. Paradise is more than a place, it’s a feeling.

  What an awesome, amazing and beautiful experience and service Terra Nova provided to my big family in exploring parts of El Nido for a much-needed family holiday. Massive thanks to... read more all the resort staff and special mention to Rose, Stephen, Guy, Natalie (incl their chef quality breakfast-lunch-dinner foods and setups) and the boat crew Jeff, Eric and Stephen for their safe and most enjoyable boat and island tours. Will definitely go back again.

  Prompt service from Guy and his team. We enjoyed our stay and staff ensured that our needs were met. We loved that we had the boat/s at our disposal for... read more daily excursions. Thank you, Guy and team, for making our stay a special and relaxing one!

  We love our whole stay. The owner and staff are kind, nice amd really helpful. We felt at home! The place is so beautiful. We will definitely come back to... read more this place!

  Terra nova is an incredible space to restore body, mind and spirit. The hosts are on site and incredibly friendly and dedicated to their guests. The food is delicious. Chose... read more the island tours as they do not disappoint. The staff felt like family and the hospitality was really special. Lastly, there is the sweetest dog named Belle who watched over our family, even going on some of the tours with us. This was a time that our family will never forget.

  Loved the place.
Fine host.
Excellent staff.
Great food.
Delightful location.

  What an incredibly restful, peaceful and magical place Terra Nova is! Guy and staff (Robie, Teresa, Ian, Noriel, Raymond, Steven, Verbin and Romie) are extremely accommodating and kind.
You... read more won’t go hungry while staying here and if you avail of their package! Thank you Robie for all the delicious food and for accommodating to our group’s tastes and requests!
My family and friends stayed in Villa 2 and there was more than enough room to accommodate our party of 6. The beds were really comfortable and we stayed cool the entire night.
Our daily excursions island hopping and snorkeling was more than we could have asked for and more!! The islands we visited were so clean and pristine and our captain and first mate prepared our lunch on the boat as we explored the MANY fish and sea turtles in the water.
We stayed a total of 4 nights and could have easily stayed at least a week more!

Thank you, Guy! We are counting the days until our return to Terra Nova. Wishing you continued success!!

  Our experience at Terra Nova was truly magical! Such a beautiful resort that offered us peace, privacy, nature, and everything you can possibly dream of.

From our... read more very special host, Guy, to our Chef, Robie, and all of the exclusive staff and private boat captains. We felt right at home and our needs were fully accommodated for and beyond.

We took day excursions to the beautiful secret lagoons and island hopped as if the waters belonged only to ourselves. Guy made sure we were well taken care of. He was always there to see us off and greet us when we returned. It was more than we could as for!

The true Philippine cuisine from Chef Robie was delicious and filling! We are still craving her homemade pancit and lumpia! Robie was so much fun to talk to and hear local stories from.

Our travels to the Philippines will always carry the memories of Terra Nova. Thank you to our new friends Guy and Robie, and the rest of the amazing staff. XO Love, Pauline, Tracy, Jess, and Renny.

  Terra Nova is nestled nearby the most beautiful island locations. Guy and his boat Captain(s) and crew delighted in sharing and to offer us the opportunity daily to swim, snorkel,... read more kayak and explore the diversity on their doorstep. Robbie, Terresa and Rico helped us feel right at home every mealtime, preparing a mixture of local cuisine and some more traditional food. Robbie adapted each meal, to preferences, as required, even a birthday cake for my son!
This was the perfect holiday for my active teenage children. Very little choice but to relax, connect to nature and enjoy. Thank you for the genuine hospitality and care given, we hope to return!

  Die Unterkunft von Guy war sehr schön! Es gibt sehr viel Platz und die Natur ist wundervoll. Die Mitarbeiter sind sehr fleissig und nett. Die Ausflüge und das Inselhopping hat... read more sehr viel Spaß gemacht! Es ist ein sehr guter Ort zum entspannen und relaxen!
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  We felt truly blessed to have found Terra Nova. This is a truly beautiful, special place that felt ‘at home’ even though we are thousands of miles from our... read more real home in Texas. The villa in which we stayed was extremely spacious for our family of five. In reality, this villa could have easily accommodated 10 persons. The overall concept of the place is absolutely amazing and the brainchild of Mr. Guy. He sought out to create a private island environment with first class accommodations and boy, he has really created a magical environment. There are currently only 2 villas on the resort, yet there are 10-11 amazing people who cater to you every need. Unbelievable! The manager, Tessa, is nothing short of fantastic. She wears many hats besides managing the resort and at one point, she even helped in the kitchen as chef during a brief transition. We chose the all inclusive package and had 3 home cooked meals daily catered to our taste. We also had the pleasure to ‘island hop’.

  Tera Nova is an awesome place. It exceeded our expectations. The host Guy was always around if you need anything. He treats your needs and wants as his. Everything was... read more taken cared of. Tesa prepared nice / delicious foods. The staffs are awesome. the boat trips are fabulous , we were taken to unbeaten paths which I feel is special as we are always on our own in a private secluded place away from Tourist . We really enjoyed all the island hopping and the picnics in the Beach . You can see the passion and Love they put into making our stay enjoyable and memorable. Thank you Guy, Tesa , Kapitan and the rest of the Team for making our stay a superb hit! Wish you all the best, till next time😁