Landmarks in Coron
- 01
Banol Beach
A limestone-backed beach about 20 minutes by boat from Coron town, with nipa huts for lunch. It is a calm stop for a swim and rest.
- Time needed
- 1 to 2 hours
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Late morning to afternoon, dry months
- Tickets
- Wikivoyage lists a small fee; confirm with your operator what is included.
- 02
Barracuda Lake
A lake on Coron Island known for unusual water layers, with a distinct warm layer below cooler water. It is best for confident swimmers or snorkellers.
- Time needed
- About 1 to 1.5 hours
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Mid-morning on a calm day, December to April
- Tickets
- Entry is arranged through your tour operator or tickets bought in town; Wikivoyage notes the lake no longer sells tickets on site. Check current arrangements and fees before you go.
- 03
Calauit Safari Park
A wildlife sanctuary on Calauit Island, created in 1976. It is known for giraffes and zebras introduced from Africa, alongside native Palawan species.
- Time needed
- A full day from Coron
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Dry months
- Tickets
- Check current entry, vehicle rules and transport arrangements with a Coron operator; the sources do not list admission.
- 04
Kayangan Lake
A brackish lake inside Coron Island, reached by a short climb and descent from a small landing. It is one of the area's best-known swim stops, set among tall limestone walls.
- Time needed
- About 1 to 2 hours including the walk and a swim
- Walking
- Demanding
- Best time
- Early morning or late afternoon, to avoid the busiest tour hours; dry months December to April
- Tickets
- Tickets are usually bought in town or arranged by your tour operator, and Coron Island is the Tagbanwa people's ancestral domain, so follow local rules. Fees change often; confirm the current amount and what is included before you go.
- 05
Malcapuya Island
A remote island with fine white sand, about 90 minutes by boat from Coron town. It is a long trip, but good for a beach day.
- Time needed
- A full day
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Dry months with calm seas
- Tickets
- Wikivoyage lists an entrance fee, often included in tours. Confirm current fees and what is included.
- 06
Mount Tapyas
The hill above Coron town with a cross at the top and a view over the bay. It is the easiest place to see the whole geography of the area.
- Time needed
- About 1 to 1.5 hours including rest
- Walking
- Demanding
- Best time
- Late afternoon for the sunset, December to April
- Tickets
- Wikivoyage describes the entrance beside the community basketball court. Check current access and any fee in town.
- 07
Twin Lagoon
Two connected bodies of water inside a limestone enclosure on Coron Island, linked by a gap in the rock. You can kayak or swim through at the right tide.
- Time needed
- About 45 minutes to 1 hour
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Tide-dependent; mid-morning on a calm day
- Tickets
- Entry is arranged through operators or tickets in town. Wikivoyage lists a small fee for Twin Lagoon, but check the current amount and conditions.
Experiences in Coron
- 08
Island hopping in Coron Bay
A boat day that links lakes, lagoons, beaches and reef stops. It is the main way to see Coron and is easy to adjust for slower travellers.
- Time needed
- A full day (6 to 8 hours)
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Morning start, December to April
- Tickets
- Wikivoyage says group tours are cheapest, and private bangka charters need a licensed guide, often the captain. Agree route, fees, lunch and safety gear before leaving.
- 09
Maquinit Hot Spring
A natural hot-spring pool on the coast, with water warm enough for a soak and a rocky setting with limestone bleached by the heat.
- Time needed
- About 1 to 1.5 hours
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Late afternoon or evening; avoid the midday heat
- Tickets
- Wikivoyage lists a modest entrance fee (a 2024 figure) and transport by tricycle or boat. Prices and rules change, so confirm on arrival.
- 10
Siete Pecados Marine Park
A set of small islets east of Coron town with a reef close to shore, popular for easy snorkelling. It won a Blue Park Award in 2024.
- Time needed
- About 1 to 2 hours
- Walking
- Easy
- Best time
- Daylight hours on a calm day
- Tickets
- Wikivoyage lists a small fee. Operators usually include it in tours; check the current amount and rules.
Museums in Coron
- 11
Culion Island and museum
A former leprosy colony with a museum and archives that tell a hard but important story. It suits a quieter, reflective day trip from Coron.
- Time needed
- Most of a day
- Walking
- Moderate
- Best time
- Dry months, morning departure
- Tickets
- Wikivoyage lists a ferry from Coron; schedules change. Check museum opening hours locally.
