A famous international travel magazine, Conde Nast Traveleras acknowledge Palawan as The Best Island in the World in 2014. It is a dream vacation getaway local and foreign travelers.
Palawan is one of the islands of MIMAROPA (Mindoro Oriental and Occidental, Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan) Region in the Philippines. With an area of 14, 650 km2, it is considered as the largest province in the country in terms of jurisdiction.
Tourist spots in Palawan are spectacular and are great places for sightseeing, kayaking, snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving and more! This is definitely one of the must visit places in the Philippines because of white sand beaches, gorgeous sceneries, friendly locals, marvelous landscape and seascape and a variety of flora and fauna. A perfect hotspot because of its caves, lagoons, rain-forests, and right diversity of marine life.
There are lots of things to do and see in Palawan this 2016. Here then is the Top 10 must-visit places in Palawan:
1. Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park
The park is located in St. Paul mountain range and considered to be the top tourist spot in Palawan. It has been declared as part of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Featuring karst (formed from dissolved limestone) mountain, it is very famous for its stalactites, stalagmites, and rock formation. It holds the record for the longest underground river in the Philippines.
2. El Nido
One of the most beautiful places in the whole Philippines. It is a great place to dive and snorkel, island hop, or just relax and eat. This is best for honeymooners and nature lovers.
3. Tubbataha Reefs
Do you believe that an out of this world beauty can be seen underwater? You must confirm by seeing this place. It’s a famous diving site in the Philippines. It is an atoll coral reef system which is divided into North and South. You can see there a large variety of fishes and marine life forms. Whale Sharks, Manta Rays, and turtles are some of the marine lives you can see there. Although diving is a bit expensive, still many divers around the world love to drop there. Truly the underwater scenery is worth the price!
4. Coron
A paradise in the Northern Palawan where lots of foreign and local visitors frequently go to explore a variety of island, snorkel spots, and dive to see sunken ships. Divers really like to be in there because of colorful marine species which makes diving and snorkeling so much fun. Aside from that, you can also have a direct flight from Manila to Coron which makes it accessible for visitors.
5. Barracuda Lake
Does it sound frightening? Do not focus so much with the name, this one is really good! It is best for swimming and diving. The water temperature at surface is cold, in the middle is warm, and in the bottom is hot. It may sound weird but interesting! The changing water temperature can be seen through our naked eyes which the experts call thermocline.
6. Kayangan Lake
Kayangan Lake is just few kilometers from Barracuda Lake located in Coron, Palawan. The lake is considered to be as the cleanest lake in the Philippines which is perfect for swimming and snorkeling.
7. Honda Bay
It is a 30 minute drive from Puerto Princesa. Foreign and local tourists usually enjoy Island hopping. It is stunning island with white sand beaches, clear water, corals and starfish you will clearly see and enjoy.
8. Tabon Caves
Tagged as the “Cradle of Civilization” of the Philippines, the southern part of Palawan can be found with many caves. Archaeologists made a breakthrough when they found a skull cap and other remains of what they believed as the oldest inhabitants in the country, the “Tabon Man.” The place can be found with around 29 caves but only 7 are made available for public visits.
9. Palawan Crocodile Farm
Palawan Crocodile Farm is the home of crocodiles both for conservation and breeding. You can see crocodiles in all sizes from smallest to the largest. Visitors can observe how they are fed and are allowed to give them the food.
10. Calauit Island
Calauit Island is not a usual island because the main attraction are the African animals like giraffes, zebras and gazelles to name a few and are just allowed to roam freely in the wild. This place house the animals of Kenya which is a proof of an international collaboration to save the animals during the 70’s. The eight species that arrived in the island in 1977 include impalas, giraffes, zebras, bushbucks, waterbucks, gazelles, elands, and topis. This island is now considered a wildlife sanctuary.
Palawan is a paradise to discover that will remind you of God’s greatness. Come and visit this island and see for yourself.
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