Natural features

Coron, Palawan

Philippines Palawan Coron

Coron, Palawan
Photo: Nicko Melendres, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

An island famous for Kayangan Lake, a clear lake surrounded by limestone cliffs, Twin Lagoon and the wrecks of Japanese ships sunk in 1944, which are excellent for diving.


Climb Mount Tapyas for sunset, and bathe in the Maquinit hot springs. Island tours leave from Coron town. Ferries connect with El Nido.

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Natural features

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Tours and activities

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