Coron Tours and Activities

Take a pick from Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Banul Beach, Barracuda Lake, and many others that you can explore by joining Coron island-hopping tours. Coron is also known for its water sports and activities like shipwreck diving and snorkeling. Coron also offers a breathtaking view from Mt. Tapyas, animal sightseeing at Calauit Safari Park, beach tours and history lessons at Culion Island, and a relaxing dip at Maquinit Hot Springs to name a few.

The climate all year round in Coron is generally hot. Months October to June has good weather perfect for traveling and water activities. March-May is the warmest and peak season. You can read more about the climate and weather in our Coron travel guide. 

A 3-day, 4-night tour is enough to see the highlights of Coron. If you decide to stay longer, you’ll be able to do more island-hopping, wreck diving, or explore the historical island of Culion. You can take inspiration from this Coron itinerary. 

Culion is the island south of the municipality of Coron. Meanwhile, Coron’s northeastern neighbor is the province of Mindoro, while on the southeastern side, beyond the Sulu Sea, is Antique.

The Coron town proper is small and relatively quiet. It’s safe but as with any destination, be mindful of your belongings. 

Filipino is the most widely used language in Coron, though many locals can also speak and understand English, especially businesses in urban centers and areas where tourists usually are.

Busuanga Airport or the Francisco B. Reyes Airport is less than an hour away from Coron town proper.

From Puerto Princesa and Port Barton, you can take a 2Go ferry to Coron and vice versa. Travel time can take up to 16 hours. From El Nido to Coron and vice versa, you can ride a Montenegro Lines ferry trip that can take 3–5 hours. There’s also a short, 40-minute flight from El Nido that can take you to Busuanga Airport in Coron.

Riding a boat for island-hopping tours is the best way to travel within the many islands of Coron. For land travel in Coron, tricycles can take you to and from different destinations. Motorcycles are also available for rent if you can withstand the temperatures. For added convenience, van rentals are also available. Locals usually take buses and jeepneys when going to other towns. 

There is sufficient internet connection in Coron, with many hotels and cafes offering Wi-Fi access and a few internet cafes in the town proper. Mobile digital signal can be spotty in the islands but is available in the town proper.

It all depends on your preference. Island-hopping trip Coron Tour A is perfect for those who would like to visit the famous Kayangan Lake and CYC Beach to swim or snorkel. Another island-hopping trip, Tour B, would take you to more hidden sites like the Barracuda Lake and Banol Beach. Lastly, Tour C is a more leisurely cruise to Malcapuya Island to see the coral reefs and rich marine biodiversity.

Palawan’s main attraction is its pristine waters, which both El Nido and Coron boast of. However, they offer slightly different activities for different kinds of visitors. El Nido is for beach lovers who are more likely to go out to experience the town’s nightlife. Coron is a laidback and quiet town, with lakes and beaches more preferred for diving.