Nature Lover's Itinerary: 3 Days in Palawan

  • Day 1: Honda Bay Island Hopping Tour
    30 minutes (13.2 km) from Puerto Princesa City Center

    The Honda Bay Island Hopping Tour is a must-do activity for nature enthusiasts. The tour takes you to several beautiful islands including Cowrie, Starfish, and Luli Island. Snorkeling and swimming are popular activities for visitors wanting to explore the underwater world. Take in the pristine turquoise water and stunning limestone cliffs, which will make a perfect backdrop for your vacation photos.

  • Day 2: Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
    1 hour 30 minutes (78.5 km) from Honda Bay

    The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most significant natural attractions in the Philippines. The underground river system is home to numerous plant and animal species, including the endangered Palawan Bearcat. The tour takes visitors through a one-of-a-kind limestone cave system, and you can witness the river flowing through the famous "Cathedral Cave."

  • Day 3: El Nido Tour A
    5 hours (237 km) from Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park

    The El Nido Tour A is another fun-filled island-hopping tour, a perfect end to your trip. Tour A includes a visit to the picturesque Small Lagoon and Big Lagoon, where you can kayak or swim in the serene crystal clear waters. You will also visit an idyllic white sand beach, the Secret Lagoon, and Shimizu Island. It is a great opportunity to witness the magnificent karst landscapes and vibrant marine life.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Honda Bay Island Hopping Tour (1 Day), 800 PHP (~$16)
  • Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park (1 Day), 2000 PHP (~$40)
  • El Nido Tour A (1 Day), 1200 PHP (~$24)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 4000 PHP (~$80)

Transportation

Travelers can fly into Puerto Princesa International Airport or El Nido Airport to get to Palawan. From one destination to another, availing of a private car, public van, tricycle, and boat transfers are popular options for tourists.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, include a visit to more El Nido Tours BCD, which features unique islands and snorkeling spots. You can also spend an additional day in Puerto Princesa to explore other attractions, such as the Baker's Hill, Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center, or the Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm.

Airports

The primary airport in Palawan is the Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS), located in the capital city of Puerto Princesa. El Nido also has an airport, El Nido Airport (ENI), which connects to Cebu or Manila. The distance between the Puerto Princesa International Airport and Puerto Princesa city center is around 3 km.

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