| Palawan is the Philippines' largest province. Its | | | | Archipelago consists of uneven limestone islands that |
| undamaged ecosystem is home to untouched forests, | | | | emerge from the waters of Bacuit Bay. It is the best |
| beautiful beaches and unpolluted waters offering a | | | | place to do some exploring on a Bangka, or snorkeling |
| dazzling array of marine life. With over 1,780 islands | | | | in the vibrant coral gardens, or having a picnic on a |
| that stretch from the Mindoro Strait down to the tip of | | | | deserted stretch of beach. |
| Borneo, Palawan is the ultimate adventure destination. | | | | The Calamian Group |
| Central Palawan | | | | The Calamian Group is like a small version of Palawan, |
| Puerto Princesa is the capital of Palawan. It is the most | | | | complete with all the main attractions that Palawan |
| ideal place to stay in when exploring central and | | | | has to offer: pure, white-sand beaches, virgin |
| southern Palawan. There are several excursions which | | | | rainforests, relaxing accommodations, and spectacular |
| can be carried out as day trips from Puerto Princesa. | | | | dive and snorkeling sites. On top of that, the Calamian |
| A three-hour drive to the Subterranean River in | | | | Group is home to some attractions that the rest of |
| Sabang is de rigueur when visiting Palawan. The river | | | | Palawan does not offer: the scenic lakes of Coron |
| runs through a limestone cave which is said to be the | | | | Island and wreck diving in Busuanga Island. There are |
| longest navigable river-traversed tunnel in the world. If | | | | more than ten wrecks around Busuanga, which consist |
| snorkeling or island hopping is the adventure of choice, | | | | of Japanese warships and merchant ships that were |
| a day trip or an overnight stay at Honda Bay won't | | | | taken down by American planes during World War II. |
| disappoint you. Agencies and hotels in Puerto Princesa | | | | The wrecks are found at varying depths which |
| offer packaged tours around Honda Bay. | | | | provide diving opportunities for both beginners and |
| South Palawan | | | | seasoned divers. Coron Island has two main |
| The south of Palawan does not have as many | | | | attractions: Lake Barracuda and Lake Kayangan. Lake |
| attractions as its northern area, but it has caves and | | | | Barracuda is popular with divers due to its uncommon |
| waterfalls worth exploring. The Tabon Caves is a vast | | | | levels of fresh, salt and briny water. It can be reached |
| network of caves where forty-seven thousand | | | | by a difficult twenty-five meter climb over a rough wall |
| year-old human remains have been found in | | | | on the island. Lake Kayangan has three magnificent |
| pre-historic burial grounds. The caves can be reached | | | | arms which reach to the rough, jungle-covered areas |
| by a thirty-minute boat ride from Quezon. | | | | of Coron Island. It can be accessed by climbing a |
| North Palawan | | | | steep mountain wall. |
| The best places to visit in North Palawan are the | | | | Palawan is truly a rare gem. Every traveler should at |
| Bacuit Archipelago and Port Barton. Port Barton is a | | | | least visit Palawan once during his or her lifetime. With |
| town nestled on a beautiful beach which boasts of | | | | its unique biodiversity, unspoiled forests and beautiful |
| stunning sunsets. With its serene and secluded | | | | beaches, Palawan is the Philippines' last frontier. |
| atmosphere, it is a great place for families. The Bacuit | | | | |