Coron

Palawan, Philippines

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Coron is a stunning municipality in northern Palawan, Philippines, renowned for its dramatic limestone cliffs, crystal-clear lagoons, pristine white-sand beaches, and world-famous World War II Japanese shipwrecks. Located about 170 nautical miles southwest of Manila in the Calamian Islands, it comprises Coron Island and surrounding islets where visitors can explore iconic natural wonders like Kayangan Lake (often called the cleanest lake in Asia), the mysterious twin lagoons, Barracuda Lake with its thermal springs, and coral gardens perfect for snorkeling. Coron is globally celebrated as a premier wreck diving destination, offering access to ten remarkably preserved Japanese warships and cargo vessels sunk during the 1940s at depths ranging from 6 to 46 meters, with excellent visibility up to 80 feet. Beyond diving, travelers enjoy island-hopping tours to Malcapuya and Banprocessor Islands, ascending Mt. Tapyas for breathtaking sunset views over Coron Town, relaxing on Coral Garden Beach, and experiencing the laid-back Old Coron town atmosphere with its local markets and partly developed infrastructure. The area is part of the ancestral domain of the indigenous Tagbanwa people and represents one of the Philippines’ most unforgettable tropical paradises where nature, history, and adventure converge.