Palawan
Overview
Palawan is one of the Philippines’ best-known island destinations, offering dramatic limestone landscapes, clear waters, hidden lagoons, beaches, and rich marine life. The province is particularly popular for island hopping, snorkelling, diving, kayaking, and nature experiences. Its main destinations—El Nido, Puerto Princesa, and Coron—each offer a different way to explore Palawan.
El Nido
Located in northern Palawan, El Nido is famous for the limestone cliffs and islands of Bacuit Bay. Island-hopping tours take visitors to beautiful beaches, hidden lagoons, clear waters, and coral reefs where they can swim, snorkel, and kayak. The combination of limestone scenery and clear blue water makes El Nido one of the most popular destinations for exploring the natural beauty of Palawan.
Must-See Highlights in El Nido
Explore Bacuit Bay with its beautiful limestone islands, hidden lagoons, and secluded beaches. Enjoy island hopping, with opportunities for swimming, snorkelling, and kayaking in the clear waters.
Puerto Princesa
The capital of Palawan, Puerto Princesa is the gateway to the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can take a guided boat journey along the underground river, passing through a large cave system with interesting rock formations. The surrounding national park also offers opportunities to explore the area’s forests, coastline, and wildlife.
Must-See Highlights in Puerto Princesa
Visit the Puerto Princesa Underground River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and take a guided boat journey through its impressive limestone cave system surrounded by the natural landscapes of the national park.
Coron
Coron is known for its clear waters, limestone islands, beautiful lakes, and excellent diving. The area is particularly famous for its well-preserved World War II Japanese shipwrecks, which attract divers from around the world. Visitors can also explore Kayangan Lake, surrounded by dramatic limestone scenery, as well as hidden lagoons and beaches by boat. Coron offers a combination of diving, island exploration, and nature experiences.
Must-See Highlights in Coron
Discover Kayangan Lake, explore historic World War II shipwrecks, and enjoy island hopping through the beautiful lagoons, beaches, and clear waters around Coron.
The Philippines – Islands, Culture & Adventure
The Philippines offers an impressive variety of experiences across its many islands. From the historic streets of Manila and Vigan and the mountain landscapes of Banaue and Sagada to the beaches of Boracay, the cultural and natural attractions of Cebu and Bohol, and the islands and limestone landscapes of Palawan, each destination offers something different. Whether travelling for beaches and relaxation, diving and adventure, culture and history, or simply to enjoy the country’s warm hospitality, the Philippines provides many ways to explore and enjoy island life.