Romantic Vacation - Honeymoon and Surprise Proposal in Palawan

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A person kneels on a beach in Palawan, proposing to another who stands with a surprised expression. They're on a white blanket surrounded by red and pink roses near the ocean. It's a romantic sunset setting, the perfect moment for an unforgettable surprise proposal during their romantic vacation.

The Philippines is made up of more than 7,000 paradise beach islands and a great way to spend a romantic vacation is on a private custom boat tour, island hopping your way from one paradise to another.

The best place for this is between El Nido and Coron. Our tours start or end in Sibaltan, a nice archeological village about one hour east of El Nido. If you have time, on your way there you can follow our suggested itinerary by beach hopping your way to the secluded resorts there, spending at most only half an hour in the van each day.

We suggest staying at least one night in Sibaltan (such as at the place below) so that you do not have to worry about catching a van in the morning and start your tour as soon as you are ready.

Three triangular bamboo huts stand on a sandy beach in Palawan, surrounded by palm trees under a clear blue sky. Inside the center hut, a person in colorful clothing is seated, partially shaded by the structure—planning a surprise proposal during their romantic vacation.

Your next stop can be the lovely island of Iloc (picture below), only 30 minutes away, where you can also stay overnight, if you so wish. There are many island beaches in the area where you can explore and snorkel during the day.

A secluded beach with white sand stretches out to a turquoise sea, perfect for a romantic vacation. A traditional boat is anchored, and the beach is lined with tall palm trees under a clear blue sky, with distant islands visible across the water.

Your second day can take you to Linapacan, half way to Coron and itself surrounded by 52 islands. Tons of fantastic snorkeling spots in amazingly clear water. You will not find clear water like this in Coron or El Nido, and neither will you see many tourists, but friendly locals opening their hearts and homes to you. Linapacan also has caves to explore, an old Spanish fortress, and cliff diving into the water.

A vibrant coral reef scene ideal for a romantic vacation, featuring various types of coral and numerous small, bright blue fish swimming amongst them. The corals display a range of colors and textures, creating a rich, lively marine environment perfect for an unforgettable surprise proposal.

Amazingly clear water and fantastic snorkeling. Check out this video.
More videos here.

Note that our tours are custom private, so you can choose where to visit or stay, or simply explain to your boatman what you like, as they are the experts. Our tours cost 46,000p (about $900) for two people for a four day trip (not including food, accommodation or entrance fees to some of the beaches – get a free quote here). This is the total cost for the two of you, but if you want to share your boat with others, it only costs 1,000p for each additional person. Or 5,000p less or more for each day less or more.

Aerial view of a tropical island with a white sandy beach lined with palm trees. Clear turquoise waters surround the coastline, perfect for a surprise proposal, while lush green hills rise in the background, creating a serene and picturesque landscape ideal for a romantic vacation.
A tranquil beach scene with white sand, clear blue water, and lush green hills in the background sets the stage for a surprise proposal. Two dogs play by the shore while a person stands in the water under a bright, partly cloudy sky. Tall palm trees line this perfect romantic getaway.

Araw beach, one of the many places you can visit. A very small community lives here.

The standard package all-inclusive tour includes basic accommodation, but if you’d like something fancier you can book yourself, such as one of the places on our suggested accommodation page. You can choose which spots to visit beforehand, or simply discuss this with the boatman on meeting – usually they meet you the night before, so you can discuss things over a pleasant beer.

Wooden huts with thatched roofs on stilts rest over the clear waters of Palawan, connected by rustic walkways. Ideal for a romantic vacation, these serene getaways are framed by lush green hills under a clear blue sky, making it a perfect honeymoon paradise.

Example of some of the basic accommodation you can choose from, but fancy is also available.

There is also the option to rent a wakeboard and/or speargun. It can be a great blast to surf while passing between remote islands and beaches.

And if you don’t mind getting basic, there is even the option to camp out on your own deserted island!

Aerial view of a sandy beach with sparse vegetation and scattered plants. The shoreline meets clear turquoise water, creating a serene, romantic vacation scene. A small figure lies on the sand near the water's edge, possibly planning a surprise proposal under the sunlit sky.
A blue tent set up on a sandy beach with a grassy hill and fence in the background promises an idyllic romantic vacation. Next to the tent is a large backpack and a pair of sandals, hinting at adventurous days. The open flap reveals cozy sleeping gear inside, perfect for unwinding in Palawan.