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Palawan

Palawan is the Philippines' last ecological frontier, an elongated island province of limestone karst cliffs, hidden lagoons, and coral-fringed islets stretching between the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea. It's home to the UNESCO-listed Puerto Princesa Subterranean River and the wreck-diving waters of Coron, making it one of the country's most biodiverse and photographed destinations.

Getting thereMost travellers fly into Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS), the province's main gateway, with regular domestic connections from Manila and Cebu. From there, onward hubs like El Nido or Coron are reached by van, bus, or ferry rather than rail, since Palawan has no train network.
How long to stayPlan for at least ~5–7 days to combine Puerto Princesa's Underground River, the lagoons and beaches of El Nido, and time for onward travel, given the ~5-hour overland transfers between hubs.
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Frequently asked questions about Palawan

How do I get to Palawan?

Most travellers fly into Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS), the province's main gateway, with regular domestic connections from Manila and Cebu. From there, onward hubs like El Nido or Coron are reached by van, bus, or ferry rather than rail, since Palawan has no train network.

How many days should I spend in Palawan?

Plan for at least ~5–7 days to combine Puerto Princesa's Underground River, the lagoons and beaches of El Nido, and time for onward travel, given the ~5-hour overland transfers between hubs.

What is Palawan known for?

Palawan is the Philippines' last ecological frontier, an elongated island province of limestone karst cliffs, hidden lagoons, and coral-fringed islets stretching between the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea. It's home to the UNESCO-listed Puerto Princesa Subterranean River and the wreck-diving waters of Coron, making it one of the country's most biodiverse and photographed destinations.

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