Without a beautiful beach, it is impossible to complete a visit to the Philippines. Nothing is better than the Palawan Seascape. This is an impressive island that receives many visitors throughout the year. He has participated in numerous international surveys. Television shows, and publications and has become one of the most beautiful islands in the world. The whole tropical paradise itself is a natural wonderland. With many things to see, do and experience.
Due to the number of tourists each year. There are many resorts and hotels in the Capital Princess Harbor. The city has many white-sand beaches, including some unique natural wonders. The world-famous underground river of Puerto Princesa. Has been declared one of the seven new wonders of nature. This underground river is surrounded by impressive rock formations and fruit bat colonies. That creates another world atmosphere.
El Nido has some of the most impressive beaches in the county. The typical scenery around El Nido is a lovely combination of palm trees and the coast. While the white sands reflect the blue waters. Jumping from one island to another is a favorite activity for visitors. Because it allows them to explore the islands and discover hidden lagoons. Mysterious caves and picturesque coasts throughout the city.
Palawan
Due to the number of tourists each year in Palawan. There are many resorts and hotels in the Capital Princess Harbor. The city has many white-sand beaches. Including some unique natural wonders. The world-famous underground river of Puerto Princesa has been declared one of the seven new wonders of nature. This underground river is surrounded by impressive rock formations. Fruit bat colonies that create another world atmosphere.
El Nido has some of the most impressive beaches in the county. The typical scenery around El Nido is a lovely combination of palm trees and the coast. While the white sands reflect the blue waters. Jumping from one island to another is a favorite activity for visitors. Because it allows them to explore the islands and discover hidden lagoons. Mysterious caves and picturesque coasts throughout the city.
Another lovely municipality of Palawan is Coron. Known for its rocky islands in the aquamarine waters. Coron looks like a lifelike fantasy world. It is rich in marine life, divers can gratify in the city’s incredible marine life. Some dive sites, you can also find mysterious shipwrecks.
How to Get to Palawan
By plane
The most popular way to get to Palawan is by plane. Commercial flights to Princess Harbor and Coron are available throughout the year via Busuanga Airport. For Princess Harbor, you can choose Cebu Pacific Air, AirAsia and Philippine Airlines. Cebu Pacific Airlines, Philippine Airlines, and Skyjet also serve Coron. It takes only one hour to fly from the metropolis of Manila to the two destinations in Palawan.
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Although commercial airlines do not offer direct flights to El Nido, you can still fly there through Island Transvoyager Inc. (ITI). Another way to get there is through Princess Harbor International Airport. Once you arrive at Puerto Princesa, head to San Jose Terminal, where you will take a bus or van to El Nido. It usually takes five to six hours by car and six to seven hours by bus.
Sea Travel
You can also reach Puerto Princesa and Coron from the sea. 2GO Travel offers cruises from Metro Manila to Puerto Princesa and Coron Pier. It takes about 30 hours to reach Princess Harbor and 15 hours from the sea to Coron.
How to navigate
On a tricycle
Tricycles are the most common means of transportation around Palawan. You can ride a tricycle to a destination or rent a day trip.
Riding a motorcycle or Habal-habal
Those who want to explore Palawan at their own pace welcome Habal-habal rentals.
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Things to Do in Palawan
Budget in Palawan
Price: 2,500.00 PHP to 8,000.00 PHP
Depending on your destination in Palawan, you can get the one-way fare for just 2,300.00 PHP. At the same time, the one-way ticket price from Manila to Coron is about PHP 1,000.00, while the price of Princess Harbor is about PHP 1,200.00. If you are from Puerto Princesa to El Nido, it takes PHP 450.00 to travel by bus and PHP 600.00 to travel by truck.
When traveling on Palawan, the cost of the first two kilometers of the tricycle is PHP 8.00. On the other hand, bicycle rental costs from PHP 300.00 to PHP 500.00 per day.
Food: PHP 50.00 to PHP 500.00
A meal in a carinderia can be cheaper to PHP 50.00. At the same time, if you plan to have dinner at the restaurant, you will need at least 200 pesos per meal.
Shopping: PHP 100.00 +
Many souvenirs and pasalubong items can be bought in Palawan. Now for PHP 100.00, you can buy a T-shirt with a “Palawan” pattern.
Hosting: PHP 300.00 to PHP 20,000.00
Palawan has a variety of accommodation. From hotels, beds, and breakfasts to luxury hotels and five-star resorts, Palawan offers accommodation during your stay. For backpackers, Your Space Pensionne offers dormitory accommodation for PHP 300.00 per person per night. At the same time, for those who want to spend their luxury accommodation, El Nido Lagen Island offers a one-night suite for two people at a price of about PHP 18,000.00.
Activity: PHP 1,500.00 +
Hiking is the most common activity in Palawan. To travel from one island to another, travel agents typically charge between 1,000.00 PHP and 2,000.00 PHP depending on the destination you are traveling to. It usually includes boat rentals and lunch food. Renting a snorkeling device will cost PHP 250.00.
Other fees and taxes: PHP 200.00 +
After entering El Nido, you must pay 200 pesos for the Ecotourism Development Fee (ETDF). Valid for 10 days, it will be used for environmental protection and tourism projects. In addition, you must pay the PHP 100.00 terminal fee at Busuanga Airport and the 200 PHP terminal fee from Puerto Puertosa Airport. Make sure to always bring some extra money, as some attractions will also charge an entrance fee.
Travel Tips in Palawan
Local weather
There are only two seasons in the Philippines: the dry season (from December to May) and the rainy season (from June to September). Be sure to visit during the dry season, as most boat trips will be canceled in bad weather.
Health status
Don’t forget to bring some medicines and insect repellents. Because you will not be in Palawan most of the time. If you need medical assistance, you can find several hospitals in it.
Tipping practice
In the Philippines, there is no conventional practice of tipping. Most people leave small bills, such as PHP 20.00 or PHP 50.00.
Safety and protection
Be careful of the surrounding environment at all times. Be sure to store your valuables in a safe place. Although Palawan is usually a safe place, it is harmless to travel to any destination.
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