Underground River, El Nido & Coron | 9 Days

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Discover Palawan’s most famous attractions: Underground River, El Nido and Coron. Experience firsthand dramatic landscapes and exquisite islands.

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Activity Level Fairly Easy
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Min. 2 persons

All about the Underground River, El Nido & Coron | 9 Days.

Discover Palawan’s most famous attractions: Underground River, El Nido and Coron.

Experience firsthand the crystal clear waters of the lagoon and explore the mysterious cave with its river hidden under the mountains.

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The price for this tour is only a guideline. Please get in touch with us to request a custom quote based on your room preferences, travel dates and number of participants.

Brief Travel Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE PUERTO PRINCESA – CITY TOUR

Day 2: UNDERGROUND RIVER

Day 3: SABANG – EL NIDO

Day 4: EL NIDO TOUR A

Day 5: EL NIDO TOUR C

Day 6: EL NIDO – CORON

Day 7: CORON ISLAND TOUR

Day 8: CORON ISLAND HOPPING

Day 9: DEPART CORON

Recommended things to bring along:

Swimsuit and swim shirt UV Protection
Lightweight Travel Clothing
Insect repellent
Waterproof camera
Flip-flops, water shoes and comfortable walking shoes
Cash for personal expenses
Packable rain jacket or poncho (just in case of rain)
Waterproof roll-top dry bag

Best time to go

The best time for this tour (Underground River, El Nido & Coron) is during the dry season from December to May when the sea is calm.

Inclusions and Exclusions

What's included in the price?Items that are included

Overnight stay at 4-star hotels listed in the section “TAB Accommodation”
All internal transport (including airport transfers and hotel pick up/drop off)
Sightseeing tours and activities where specified
Meals as stated in the itinerary
English speaking guide
Ferry ticket El Nido > Coron

Not included in the priceitems that are not included

Flights
Drinks during meals
Underground River Environmental fee (PHP 150 per person)
El Nido Environmental Fee and Lagoon fee (PHP 400 per person)
Snorkeling gears (available for rent)
El Nido port Terminal Fee (PHP 20 per person)

Day 1: Arrive Puerto Princesa - City Tour

Pick up upon arrival in Puerto Princesa (preferably before noon) and transfer to your hotel.
In the afternoon, take a 3-hour city tour. Drive along Rizal Avenue to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and Plaza Cuartel, a restored ruin of a Japanese military base from World War II. See native wildlife up close at the Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Centre (formerly known as Crocodile Farm) or the Palawan Butterfly Garden.
Head to Mitra’s Ranch and Baker’s Hill where you can enjoy the beautiful garden scenery and sample local delicacies. After the tour, transfer to your hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Puerto Princesa.
Day 2: Underground River

Drive about 2 hours north to Sabang. Upon arrival, proceed to the registration area at the wharf and wait for your assigned boat.
When it is your turn, take a short boat ride to the entrance of Underground River National Park. Then board a park-operated canoe equipped with a searchlight and head down the Underground River. During the 1.5 km ride through the cave, you will see breathtaking stalactite and stalagmite formations.
Return to the pier and have lunch at a local restaurant. Afterwards, transfer to your accommodation on Sabang beach. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Sabang
BREAKFAST | LUNCH
Day 3: Sabang - El Nido

Morning at leisure. Check out before 12:00 pm and transfer to El Nido by private vehicle (about 6 hours drive). Eroute stop at the Fort of Taytay; it was built in 1667 by the Spanish colonizers to protect the inhabitants from the fierce attacks of the Sulu warriors.
Arrive in El Nido and check into your hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel in El Nido.
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Day 4: El Nido Tour A

Discover the most beautiful natural sights of El Nido on this popular full-day boat tour. You’ll visit several islands and beaches, including the stunning Miniloc Island’s Big Lagoon, the Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island and the 7 Commandos Beach.
Snorkel among tropical fishes, soak up the sun on the beach, or explore the lagoon by kayak.
Overnight stay at the hotel in El Nido
BREAKFAST | LUNCH
Day 5: El Nido Tour C

Spend another day exploring El Nido’s Bacuit Bay by boat. Sail to some of the most scenic islands with secluded beaches of Bacuit Bay such as Secret Beach, Hidden Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Tapiutan Island, and Helicopter Island.
Once on the islands, spend your time snorkeling among colorful tropical fish and relaxing on clean sandy beaches.
Overnight stay at the hotel in El Nido
BREAKFAST | LUNCH
Day 6: El Nido - Coron

Transfer to El Nido port to board the Montenegro Fast Craft, which departs at 12:00 (Wed, Fri and Sun) or the Atienza Ferry at 12:30 (Tues, Thurs and Sat). The crossing between El Nido and Coron takes about 4-5 hours.
There is also a flight with AirSwift from El Nido to Coron that operates three times a week (Tue, Thu and Sat). *For an extra charge*
Arrive at Coron port and transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Coron
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Day 7: Coron Island Super Ultimate Tour

Venture on a full-day tour to Coron Island on a motorized bangka boat. Visit Kayangan Lake, the clearest lake in the Philippines, and Barracuda Lake, known for its thermocline and unique underwater rock formations. Then sail to Twin Lagoons, a vast expanse of turquoise water surrounded by towering limestone cliffs.
Explore the Twin Peaks Reef and Balinsasayaw Coral Garden snorkeling sites, blessed with an abundance of marine life and colorful corals.
Experience the natural beauty of CYC Beach and Beach 91 before returning to Coron town.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Coron
BREAKFAST | LUNCH
Day 8: Coron Island Hopping

Set sail off the coast of Coron and arrive at Malcapuya Island after a 1.5-hour boat ride. Enjoy the beautiful beach with powder white sand and turquoise waters. Board the boat and head to Ditaytayan Island. After lunch, swim and snorkel in the crystalline waters until you board the boat to another island. Finally, head to Bulog Dos Island and walk on the long winding sandbar through the clear aquamarine waters.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Coron
BREAKFAST | LUNCH
Day 9: Depart Coron

Check-out from the hotel at 12:00 pm and transfer to Coron-Busuanga airport.
BREAKFAST

Tour Package

Underground River, El Nido and Coron

Featured Accommodation

Hue Hotel – Puerto Princesa

Hue Hotels and Resorts Puerto Princesa is the perfect place to discover what Palawan Island has to offer. This charming hotel with modern design and culturally-influenced architecture is within walking distance of the Robison Shopping Center and a 10-minute tricycle ride from Rizal Avenue in downtown Puerto Princesa.

Daluyon Beach And Mountain Resort – Sabang

Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort is conveniently located in the southern part of the charming Sabang Beach and in close proximity to the World Heritage Site ( UNESCO ): Puerto Princesa’s Subterranean River. The luxurious accommodations offer breathtaking views of the pristine powder sand beach and the West Philippine Sea.

Huni Lio Resort – El Nido

Overlooking the beautiful, pristine, turquoise waters of Bacuit Bay, Huni Lio is a two-story resort for families and couples looking for a new place to relax. Huni Lio is located in the environmentally sustainable area of Lio Beach and is easily accessible from El Nido Town – the jump-off point to the stunning limestone islands of Bacuit Bay.
The tropical resort features a modern, contemporary interior with spacious rooms ranging from 34 to 54 square metres and a full-length glass door that highlights the site’s stunning natural setting.

Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel – Coron

Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel is one of the most exclusive hotels in Coron Town and is located right on the bay. With its convenient location, this hotel is the ideal starting point for your excursions in Coron. Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel offers more than 40 elegantly designed rooms, all with verandas, spacious bathrooms and king size beds.

AccommodationPuerto Princesa, Sabang, El Nido and Coron

Hue Hotel Puerto Princesa

Entrance of the Hotels and Resorts Puerto Princesa

Deluxe room at at the Hotels and Resorts Puerto Princesa

Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort, Sabang

Aerial view of the Bungalow at Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort

Junior Suite room at Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort

Huni Lio Resort, El Nido

Huni Lio Resort El Nido

Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel, Coron

Bayview room at Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel

Yes, it is our pleasure to create a unique tailor made itinerary for you.
The tailor made itinerary will suit your requirements perfectly and allows you to maximize your time.

Yes, we can propose other options. We can match the type of accommodation to your budget or requirements.
We work with guest houses, small hotels and luxury beach resorts.

We are happy to advise you on airlines and flight schedules, but we do not book flights. You can book them online on the airline’s website at the best discounted fares.

Overall Rating

5/5

Stefanie R.

Reviewed On 10/05/2022

5/5

Thank you for having organised our honeymoon itinerary through Palawan, Philippines! Great support, before and during the trip. Everything went well, from the transfers to the tours. Highly recommended.