Coron Island: Everything You Need to Know
Coron Palawan is one of the Philippines’ most spectacular islands, boasting massive limestone peaks, vibrant lagoons, and excellent opportunities for snorkeling and scuba diving. Coron Island, like many other Philippine islands, is an affordable vacation spot with stunning scenery, including white sand beaches and some of the best coral reefs in Southeast Asia. Ships from World War II are permanently entombed in the waters off the coast of Coron, making this group of islands famous for its historical significance. Coron is no less gorgeous above water and is home to one of the Philippines’ most photographed landmarks. It’s true that the more you explore Coron, Philippines, the more stunning its…
Dibutunay Island, Coron: Travel Tips
Busuanga has many attractions that people will keep coming back to — aquamarine lagoons, fine white-sand beaches, and mirror-like waters. One of the destinations to add to your itinerary is Dibutunay Island, also spelled Debotunay; the island fits the description of tropical paradise. It is far from the bustling town. It has powdery bone-white sand and cool turquoise waters. A couple of hours’ long boat ride to get there is worth it once you get to sink your toes in the sand and swim in its waters. Don’t Miss Dibutunay Island has powder-like white sand and cerulean glass-like waters. The island is the perfect place to beach bum, go swimming,…
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Exploring Caves and Shipwrecks in Black Island, Coron, Philippines
Do you want to stay in an island as you own it? Well, the Black Island is the island for you. Located in Busuanga, Palawan, only few tourists find this beautiful island. Black island gives off a very interesting feeling when approaching it’s monstrosity. However, its name is the complete opposite of the color of its sand on the shore. It is also a place of tranquility. There is a cave in the island where you can swim in fresh water inside it. Definitely a place to relax away from the busy life in the city. The Black Island is usually part of the tour from CALAUIT SAFARI. After visiting…
Barracuda Lake, Coron
Coron is one of the most famous destinations for tourists visiting Palawan, Philippines and one of the most known lakes that every tourists would not want to miss out is the Barracuda Lake. This famous fresh and salt water lake holds a secret that draws in diving enthusiasts from all over the world. Barracuda Lake, situated on the north shore of Coron Island in the Philippines, offers one of the most unique diving experiences. Occasionally referred to as Luluyuan Lake by locals, its crystal blue waters hidden between majestic rocky formations aren’t big on actual barracudas and other wildlife. Instead, divers can experience a thermocline and halocline unlike anywhere else.…
Diving Reefs and Wrecks in Coron, Palawan
Coron has been considered as one of the best spots in the World for Wreck diving! On the 24th of September 1944, 24 Japanese Ships were sunk by an Americain Air raid. There were 12 wrecks that have been discovered up to now. The shipwrecks are very well preserved and are all located in quite shallow water, perfect for recreational diving. However it is best to be at least Open Water Advanced to fully enjoy the wrecks as some dives can be quite challenging. Most of the wrecks are really big (up to 160m!) and require more than one dive if you want to explore the entire ship. There are…
Best Restaurants in Coron Philippines
Looking for a place where to eat in Coron, Philippines? Whether you are looking for affordable or fancy meals, we have got you covered! Encompassed by crystalline clear water lagoons, white sand beaches and world-class dive sites, most of your days in Coron will be action-packed with island hopping tours and scuba diving. Consequently, you will be looking to fill your boots with some delicious food at the end of the day. Thankfully, Coron Town has some restaurant options, and after spending more than a month there, we know all the best places to go. In this article, we will share all the best places to eat in Coron. Filipino Cordon…
Malcapuya Island
Malcapuya Island, tropical white sand beach paradise #1 of top things to do around Coron according to Tripadvisor. This island, along with Bulog Dos and Banana Island are part of a package offered by local tours in Coron because they are located so close to one another. Each of these stops, Bulog Dos and Malcapuya, charges an entrance fee of 200p/person, and is located close also to our recommended stop for this area, No Name island. Malcapuya Island is apparently the best of these three, and any of these four is a good stop to break up the trip into smaller parts. If you want to visit more than one…
Busuanga Island
You can rent a bike from the Brujita place according to the Coron page, or just ask around. The following was recommended to me by a local friend. I like to use maps.me, because it does not require internet but only gps. During the rainy season (June to Novemberish), be careful of wet, soft, muddy roads that is easy to slip with your bike. I did this trip in June of 2018 and found some roads washed out or blocked later on, so I will only explain an easy and nice route for a day or two. During the dry season you can explore more, unfortunately I could not fit…
Bulog Dos
#14 of top things to do near Coron according to Tripadvisor. Like Malcapuya Island, Bulog Dos also has a nice white sandy beach, although rather short. It also charges an entrance fee, and has a long snaking sandbar that connects it to Malaroyroy Peninsula and the rest of Bulalacao. It has interesting rock formations, but is currently under negotiations with the same new owners of Malcapuya, so it may be closed to public soon as well (make sure to check the latest comments in Tripadvisor above for the latest news). It is usually part of the same tour package of three islands, including Malcapuya and Banana island. “Bulog” means bald,…
Banana Island
4.5/5 of 241 reviews on Tripadvisor, #12 of things to do around Coron. 200p entrance fee. Preserved and privately-owned by the Gallego Family, they allow visitors to swim and see the clams, corals and lots of fishes just a few meters from the shoreline of the island. The waters are deeper than Malcapuya Island, so you can expect a greater variety of sea life. Some info according to https://blog.macoymejia.com/2015/11/23/banana-island-coron-palawan-philippines/: Beach camping on the island is no longer allowed Day-tour entrance fee is PhP 200 Overnight fee is PhP 850 ~ PhP 1000 per night Most of the cottages have lights and electric fans run through electric generator They can cook…
