28 Best Palawan Tourist Spots for First-Timers Visual Story

By Amanda Strube

Introduction

28 Best Palawan Tourist Spots for First-Timers Visual Story

The 28 best Palawan tourist spots for first-timers to this Philippines island chain. Palawan is...

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Shimizu Island

Shimizu Island is most commonly visited by people who choose tour A for an El...

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Snake Island

Snake Island, known by locals as Vigan Island, can be found tucked away in the...

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Culion Island

Culion Island is one of the most historical places in Palawan. Today, you would never...

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Calauit Safari Park

This safari park was originally made to be a game reserve under the command of...

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Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park

Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is a world-class spot for diving. Its seclusion has fortunately left...

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Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park

The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is the very best of the Puerto Princesa...

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Small Lagoon

A visit to the Small Lagoon is typically the first stop of Tour A when...

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Big Lagoon

Following the Small Lagoon on Tour A is, of course, the Big Lagoon. The Big...

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Twin Lagoon

One of the hottest Coron tourist spots, the Twin Lagoon is a must-see! You can...

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Trek Mt. Tapyas

Mt Tapyas is at the heart of Coron Town and offers a sweeping view of...

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Barracuda Lake

Barracuda Lake is still somewhat of a secret gem when it comes to things to...

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Kayangan Lake

Similar to Barracuda Lake, Kayangan Lake has exceptionally clear waters with different layers of saltwater...

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Starfish Island

Appropriately named Starfish Island, this Honda Bay tourist spot is covered with hundreds of brightly...

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Nagtabon Beach

Nagtabon Beach is a local secret, so if you plan on visiting here, you will...

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Nacpan Beach

Nacpan Beach is another beautiful white sand beach that you will definitely want to travel...

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Nagkalit-kalit Waterfalls

The Nagkalit-kalit Waterfalls are located less than two miles south of Nacpan Beach. Some people...

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Pamuayan Waterfalls

The Pamuayan Waterfalls is located in Port Barton. It is anywhere from a 3-5 mile...

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Bigaho Falls

Bigaho Falls can be found in San Vicente, and you can either hire a boat...

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Sunset at Corong Corong Beach

Corong Corong Beach is ideal for watching a serene sunset. Not as touristy as El...

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Surfing in Duli Beach

If you are a surfer or want to learn how to surf, Duli Beach is...

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Seven Commandos Beach

7 Commandos Beach is legendary and mysterious because no one knows the real reason behind...

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Ugong Rock

Ugong Rock Adventures is the perfect park to visit if you are any sort of...

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Tabon Caves

The Tabon Caves were initially discovered by Dr. Fox and is a system of nearly...

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Taraw Cliff

The Taraw Cliff Climb is one of the most exciting things you can do in...

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Hidden Beach

Hidden Beach is a beautiful sun-drenched beach, hidden and protected behind the high, sheer cliffs...

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Onuk Island

Onuk Island is super remote compared to some of the other islands dotting the Palawan...

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Dumaran Island

Dumaran Island is one of Palawan's secret spots. Not overrun by tourists, this island gives...

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Olangoan Falls

The Olangoan Falls is about 40 minutes outside of Puerto Princesa. The best way to...

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