Palawan Tours | Best Island Tours in the Philippines

Comparatively to the rest of the country, Palawan is the safest place in the Philippines from natural disasters. This island chain, which includes Puerto Princesa, El Nido, and Coron, is located in Western Philippines, away from volcanic activity and the high-risk tropical storm areas. Palawan is rarely hit by typhoons and is also safe from other calamities such as forest fires, and earthquakes.

For the best combination of agreeable temperatures of around 27°C and as little rain as possible, the best time to visit Palawan is between February and March. The first months of dry season can still be rainy, while the last months are usually pretty hot and humid.

Palawan is known for its stunning natural beauty, crystal-clear waters, and diverse marine life. Some of the popular tourist attractions to visit in Palawan include the Puerto Princesa Underground River, El Nido, Coron Island, Honda Bay, Tubbataha Reef National Park, and the Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center. Here are some of the most popular cities and tourist attractions that you can visit in Palawan:

1.Puerto Princesa City - Crocodile Farm, Mitra's Ranch, Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Plaza Cuartel, Baker's Hill, Honda Bay Island Hopping Tour to Starfish Island, Cowrie Island, Luli Island, Underground River National Park

2.El Nido - El Nido Tour A: Lagoons & Beach - Miniloc Island(Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Payong-Payong Beach), Shimizu island , Seven Commando Beach. El Nido Tour B: Caves & Beaches -Snake Island, Pinagbuyutan Island, Cudugnon Cave, Cathedral Cave, Entalula Island. El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beaches & Shrine - Helicopter Island, Matinloc Island, Matinloc Shrine, Secret Beach, Tapiutan Island, Hidden Beach.

3.Coron - Coron Town Tour | Mt.Tapyas, Maquinit Hot Spring, Lualhati Park Coron Island Hopping A to Kayangan Lake, Two Peaks Coral Garden Coron Island Hopping B to Twin Lagoon, Barracuda Lake, Skeleton Wreck Coron Reef and Wrecks Tour | Pass Island, Lusong Coral Garden, Lusong Gunboat, Shipwrecks Coron Escapade Tour | Malcapuya Island Coron Safari Tour | Calauit Wildlife Safari, Ocam-Ocam Beach

The best time to go on a Palawan tour is during the dry season, which is from November to May. The weather is generally sunny and dry during this time, making it ideal for outdoor activities and tours.

The cost of a Palawan tour varies depending on the type of tour, the number of destinations visited, and the inclusions. The average cost for a full-day island-hopping tour is around PHP 1,500 to PHP 2,000 per person.