Land at Caticlan (or Kalibo + transfer) and take the short boat transfer to Boracay Island; aim to arrive before midday to make the most of your first beach day.
Short afternoon parasailing or a traditional paraw sail to enjoy the coastline and sunset; providers operate through the afternoon until dusk (book locally).
Half-day island-hopping visits scenic snorkel spots and quieter beaches — tours commonly depart 08:30–09:00 and return early afternoon; great for clear-water snorkelling and photo ops.
Switch to the quieter end of White Beach for sunbathing or head to Bulabog Beach (east side) if you want to watch windsurfing and kitesurfing activity; beaches open all day.
Quick breakfast and check-out; allow time to transfer back to Caticlan jetty and for domestic flights — aim for morning departures to avoid travel-day stress.
Domestic flight route typically connects via Cebu (avoid Manila as requested); total travel time with connections ~3–5 hours including transfers — book flights that list Cebu as the domestic hub.
Soak in the warm saltwater hot springs near Coron town — open during daylight and into early evening, an ideal post-travel unwind (check local opening times).
Classic Coron day — crystal-clear lakes, limestone cliffs and excellent snorkelling; tours depart 07:30–08:00 and return mid/late afternoon. Arrive at Kayangan early to avoid crowds.
Choose a WWII wreck dive (for certified divers) or a snorkel trip to Coral Garden & Barracuda Lake; diving operators generally run morning trips and require pre-booking.
High-speed ferry between Coron and El Nido takes about 3.5–4.5 hours depending on weather — a scenic crossing and a direct Palawan link that avoids Manila.
Signature El Nido tour focusing on dramatic limestone lagoons and pristine snorkel spots — depart 08:00–09:00, return mid/late afternoon. Bring swimwear, sunscreen and reef-safe products.
Half-day or full-day to Nacpan Twin Beach (about 45–60 minutes each way by road) — long golden sand, quieter atmosphere and perfect for couples; beach open all day.
Choose a memorable final-night dinner — Kinabuch’s for local favourites, Artcafe for lively beachfront dining; open evenings, reserve a nice table for the honeymoon dinner.
Enjoy a final breakfast by the sea, finish packing and confirm onward domestic connections (El Nido has AirSWIFT flights to Cebu/Caticlan; book early to avoid Manila transits).
Check out and transfer to the airport for your flight to Cebu (or onward international connection via a hub of your choice); allow recommended check-in time for domestic flights.
Depart Palawan for your next connection home via a domestic hub (Cebu or Caticlan depending on bookings) — confirm baggage and transit details when booking to ensure no Manila routing.