2-Week Palawan Adventure: El Nido, Coron & Puerto Princesa Island Hopping
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
14 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average shape who can handle repeated boat transfers, short swims, and stairs at lagoons and caves.
Overview
Fourteen days across Palawan’s top draws—Coron’s lakes and wrecks, El Nido’s limestone lagoons, and Puerto Princesa’s underground river—linked by domestic flights and daily island-hopping. This guided package pairs practical logistics (flights, transfers, hotels) with hands-on days on the water.
2-Week Palawan Adventure: El Nido, Coron & Puerto Princesa Island Hopping
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You step off the plane and the air smells like salt and mango; Manila’s rush falls away behind you as a driver folds your luggage into a waiting van and the real itinerary begins. Over 14 days this tour hands you Palawan in pieces—Coron’s hidden lakes and wreck dives, El Nido’s vertiginous limestone walls and secret coves, and Puerto Princesa’s famous underground river—stitched together by short domestic flights and a steady rhythm of morning boats and lazy beach afternoons.
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Adventure Tips
Book early for seat availability
The itinerary requires a 14-day lead time—book at least three weeks out to secure domestic flight seats and boat space.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Bring mineral-based sunscreen to protect coral; many islands enforce reef-safe product rules.
Pack a dry bag and water shoes
A 10–20L dry bag keeps cameras and documents safe during boat hops; water shoes help on limestone and slippery docks.
Expect shared tours
Most island-hopping days are shared with small groups—arrive early for best boat seating and quieter snorkeling spots.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- green sea turtle
- flying fox (fruit bat)
History
Palawan’s islands sit on an exposed continental shelf with a long maritime history; indigenous Palaw’an communities and Spanish colonial trade both left cultural traces.
Conservation
Marine protected areas limit fishing and touching coral in key lagoons; bring reef-safe products and avoid single-use plastics to support local conservation efforts.
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Adventure Hotspots in Puerto Princesa
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Dry bag (10–20L)
Protects phone, camera, and travel documents during boat transfers and sudden rain.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Prevents coral damage and protects skin in strong tropical sun.
summer specific
Lightweight water shoes
Grip for limestone, comfort for rocky beaches, and protection for reef snorkeling.
Light rain shell
Useful during wet-season showers and windy boat crossings.
summer specific