Wreck capital of Palawan with karst lakes, calm bays, and dugong day trips
Overview
Coron anchors the Calamian Islands at the north of Palawan. Divers come for a dozen Japanese WWII wrecks in Coron Bay, plus surreal thermoclines inside Barracuda Lake. Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, and Siete Pecados deliver iconic snorkeling over vibrant coral. The Tagbanua manage Coron Island’s lakes and coves and enforce site rules that keep the water clear. Base in Coron Town for day boats to wrecks, reefs, and islands, or head northwest for dugong encounters near Calauit. Flights land at Francisco B. Reyes Airport on Busuanga, with fast ferries to and from El Nido and an overnight 2GO ship from Manila.
Multiple WWII ships within an hour of town, from shallow gunboats to deeper cargo vessels.
Barracuda Lake’s haloclines and thermoclines create otherworldly diving and freediving.
Siete Pecados, Twin Peaks, and shallow wrecks like Lusong are easy for snorkelers.
Dugong day trips on northwest Busuanga during calmer months.
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Morning departures find calmer seas and fewer boats at marquee stops.
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