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Sacred ancestral island of the Tagbanua people
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About Coron Island
This sacred ancestral island of the Tagbanua people rises dramatically from the Sulu Sea where pristine beaches and isolated coves preserve the island's natural character. Freshwater lakes embedded within the island create unique ecosystems while tribal traditions persist. Coron balances tourism with indigenous cultural preservation.
Best months to visit
January, February, March
Language
Tagbanua, Filipino
Things to do in Coron Island
Visit Tagbanua tribal communities
Explore freshwater lakes within island
Snorkel pristine coral reefs and wrecks
Trek jungle trails to hidden beaches
Fish with tribal fishermen methods
Stay on island in sustainable accommodations
Weather by month
Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.
Recommended
January
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
February
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
March
31C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
April
32C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
May
31C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
June
30C
Hot and humid, with frequent heavy rain.
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
August
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
September
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
October
29C
Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.
November
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
December
30C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
Coron Island, in northern Palawan, is ringed by some of the clearest water in the Philippines and a series of jade-green lakes set inside collapsed limestone craters — Kayangan Lake, often cited as one of the cleanest in Asia, is the headline draw. World War II Japanese shipwrecks scattered around the island also make it one of Southeast Asia's best wreck-diving destinations.
Best areas to stay in Coron Island
Coron Town
The main settlement with guesthouses, dive shops and the jetty for island-hopping tours.
Kayangan Lake
A turquoise crater lake reached by a steep stairway, regarded as one of the cleanest in Asia.
Twin Lagoon
Two connected lagoons separated by a limestone wall, swimmable through a narrow gap at low tide.
Coron wreck sites
A cluster of WWII Japanese shipwrecks scattered offshore, among the region's top wreck-diving locations.
Getting to Coron Island
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Flights
Fly into Francisco B. Reyes Airport (Busuanga) from Manila, about 1 hour, then transfer to Coron Town.
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From London
~16-18 hours from London via Manila plus a domestic flight.
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Getting around
Tricycles cover Coron Town; outrigger boats (often shared on group tours) reach the lakes and wreck sites.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Coron from El Nido?
A daily ferry runs between El Nido and Coron Town, taking around 4 hours, weather permitting; flights to Busuanga (Coron's airport) are also available from Manila.
What is Kayangan Lake?
A crater lake reached via a steep stairway climb, famous for its turquoise water and limestone cliff scenery — often described as one of the cleanest lakes in Asia.
Is wreck diving accessible for non-divers?
Some shallower wrecks can be snorkelled, but the best wreck sites require scuba certification; PADI courses are widely available in Coron Town.
What's included in a typical island-hopping tour?
Most full-day tours combine Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Barracuda Lake and a beach stop, usually with a barbecue lunch on board.
When is the best time to visit Coron?
November to May offers the calmest seas and best visibility; the wet season (June-October) can disrupt boat trips.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Kayangan Lake lives up to the hype completely — the climb up is worth it for that first view of the water from the top of the stairs.
Anya R. · March 2024
★★★★★
Did two wreck dives here and the visibility and marine life on the sunken ships were some of the best diving I've experienced in Asia.
Ben K. · April 2024
★★★★☆
Island-hopping tour was a long day but covered an incredible range of scenery — Twin Lagoon's narrow swim-through was a highlight.
Mara T. · January 2024
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