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Wreck capital of Palawan with karst lakes, calm bays, and dugong day trips
Updated Oct 30, 2025 • 27 sources
Use this travel brief to set arrival flow, local transit, and gear movement before you lock your itinerary.
Fly to Francisco B. Reyes Airport (USU) on Busuanga from Manila and Cebu. Vans shuttle to Coron Town in about 45 minutes. Fast ferries connect Coron and El Nido in 3.5 to 5 hours. A weekly 2GO overnight ship links Manila-Coron-Puerto Princesa. In town, tricycles and chartered bangkas handle most trips.
Francisco B. Reyes Airport
USU • RPVV
22 km • 45 minutes drive
Also called Busuanga Airport. Serves Coron and western Calamian Islands. Typical nonstop links from Manila and Cebu.
Transport: Shared vans, Private car transfers, Hotel-arranged shuttles
Tricycles handle most in-town rides. Rent motorbikes for local exploring, or book island-hopping bangkas and dive day boats. No ride-sharing apps. Roads to northwest Busuanga are mostly paved with some rough sections.
Most travelers get 30 days visa-free with a passport valid 6 months beyond entry and a return or onward ticket. eTravel registration is required and free at etravel.gov.ph. Visa extensions are available at Bureau of Immigration offices. Policies can vary for some nationalities, so confirm before travel.
Dive centers provide tanks, weights, and rental gear; many offer nitrox and 15 L cylinders on request. Bring SMBs and lights for wrecks. Reef-safe sunscreen is essential. Cash is preferred for site fees and tips.
Philippine Peso (PHP)
Cash rules for site fees and many small vendors. Cards accepted at some hotels and dive centers.
ATMs in Coron Town center. Bring backup cash for island days and remote northwest Busuanga.
220V • 60Hz • A, B, C
Most accommodations have Type A/B sockets. Carry a universal adapter and surge protection for chargers.
Communications
Globe and Smart have 4G in town with patchy island coverage. eSIMs work on most unlocked phones. Expect dead zones on boats and at far islets.
Language
Filipino and English are widely spoken in tourism. Local languages include Cuyonon and Calamian Tagbanua.
Insurance
Dive accident coverage such as DAN is strongly advised. Confirm chamber access and evacuation options with your operator.
Packing list
Bring reef-safe sunscreen, hat, and a light rain jacket in wet season. For diving, pack SMB, torch, and booties. A dry bag and spare cash simplify island days.
Trip Planning
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