KaLui is a well-known seafood and local-cuisine restaurant with fresh catch preparations; try local fish dishes to set the tone for Palawan food. (Opens ~11:00am)
Early breakfast to prepare for a full-day visit to the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River (Underground River) — take water, sun protection and a light jacket for the cave.
Take the guided boat trip through one of the world’s longest navigable underground rivers to see spectacular cave formations and bats; book the permit slot in advance as visits run between ~8:00am–3:00pm.
Take a shared or private van north along the coast; travel time is ~4–5 hours depending on stops and road conditions — use the transit to enjoy changing scenery.
Check in to a beachfront guesthouse and spend a lazy afternoon swimming, reading, or napping by the sea — Port Barton is famed for its low-key atmosphere.
Tour A visits El Nido’s iconic lagoons and secret beaches; operators usually run departures around 8:00am and return mid to late afternoon — book in advance and respect lagoon rules.
For adventurous travellers, a guided pre-dawn climb of Taraw Cliff offers dramatic sunrise views over Bacuit Bay; it’s steep and requires a licensed guide and good fitness — start very early for cooler conditions.
Spend the day on a gentler island trip visiting more secluded beaches (Hidden Beach, Matinloc or Entalula) or book a private boat for a quieter experience; tours generally run 9:00am–4:00pm.
Take the fast ferry (approx 3.5–4 hours) or a short flight to Busuanga; ferries are scenic but check schedules and book in advance, especially in high season.
Visit Maquinit Hot Springs in late afternoon/early evening for a relaxing soak in a rare natural saltwater hot spring — best at sunset and open until dusk.
Early breakfast to prepare for a full-day Coron island-hopping tour to lakes and wrecks — boats typically depart around 7:00am for best light and quieter sites.
Visit Coron’s famed limestone lakes and lagoons; Kayangan Lake (open ~6:00am–4:00pm) offers dramatic views and clear water, while snorkeling around WWII wrecks is excellent for marine life and photographers.
Climb Mount Tapyas (a few hundred steps) for sunset panoramas over Coron town and the surrounding islands; best just before sunset for cooler temperatures.
If your schedule allows, enjoy a leisurely lunch in Manila (Intramuros or Bonifacio area) or at the airport; otherwise use this time for a comfortable connection at the airport.
Have a final Filipino meal near the airport or in the city before your evening flight or onward travel; plan travel time to the airport carefully for evening departures.