Palawan

Sights

• Bacuit Bay, El Nido – Limestone cliffs, lagoons and beaches – island to island by boat.
• Coron – Wreck diving on Japanese WWII ships and Kayangan Lake.
• Puerto Princesa Underground River – A boat ride into a cave of stalactites – a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Nacpan Beach – A long stretch of sand north of El Nido.
• Port Barton – A relaxed fishing village without big hotels.
• Honda Bay – Islets and sandbars off Puerto Princesa.

Food & nightlife

• Kinilaw – Raw fish in vinegar and lime – the Filipino ceviche.
• Adobo – Meat braised in vinegar, soy sauce and garlic.
• Halo-Halo – Shaved ice with fruit, beans and coconut milk – all mixed together.
• Beach barbecue on island tours – Lunch of grilled fish and fruit right on the beach.

Day trips

• El Nido island tours – The classic tours A to D to lagoons and hidden beaches.
• Multi-day boat expedition – Between El Nido and Coron, camping on islands overnight.
• Calauit – A safari park with giraffes and zebras on an island near Coron.

Good to know

When to go

December–May

Getting around

Fly from Manila to Puerto Princesa, El Nido or Coron (Busuanga), with vans and ferries in between. Many beaches are reachable only by boat.

Tipping

Service is usually included – rounding up is a nice gesture.

Power

Plug type A/B/C, 220 V – pack an adapter for Swiss plugs.

Currency

Philippine Peso (PHP)

Plan your trip to Palawan together

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