Palawan Island Tours & Trips
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- West Philippines Classic 14 Day - One Life Adventures
- A Week In Palawan, Philippines
- 10 Days Do The Philippines Adventure - Palawan Islands (Independent Tour)
- Philippines Island Hopping West (With Expedition ( Until May '26))
- Philippines Island Explorer 17 Day
- Philippines Sunset
- 4 Days Enchanting Palawan Small Group Tour (Max 8)
- 7-Day Philippines Highlights
- Total Philippines
- Ultimate Palawan Escape – The Best of the Philippines
West Philippines Classic 14 Day - One Life Adventures
297 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was one of the best travel experiences that I have done in my life. I really recommend to go with one life they know what are they doing.”
Abdullah, traveled in April
Palawan's finest attractions await, from the UNESCO Underground River to Coron's crystal lakes. Private island camping, turtle encounters in Port Barton, and El Nido's limestone cliffs showcase natural wonders with expert local guides.
Duration 14 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton, El Nido, Coron Age Range Ages 18-59 Operator One Life Adventures From
- NZ$3,393
A Week In Palawan, Philippines
28 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour was well organized, and the daily activities at specific locations were very professional.”
Kerton, traveled in October
Crystal-clear waters welcome visitors to Big Lagoon, Shimizu Beach, and Kayangan Lake. WWII shipwrecks at Skeleton Wreck and Siete Pecados' coral gardens offer underwater exploration. Comfortable stays at Spin El Nido and Bay Area Coron complement guided boat tours with traditional Filipino lunches.
Duration 7 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, El Nido, Coron Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator CTPH TOUR From
- NZ$1,963+$24 local payments
10 Days Do The Philippines Adventure - Palawan Islands (Independent Tour)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Good stays and excellent food. Our tour kept it fun.”
Sheldon, traveled in April
Pristine waters stretch from Puerto Princesa's Underground River to Coron's marine sanctuaries. The three-day island expedition includes Port Barton's secluded beaches, El Nido's lagoons, and Linapacan's turtle sanctuaries.
Duration 10 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton, El Nido, Linapacan Island, Coron Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Do You Travel From
- NZ$2,719
Natural wonders stretch from UNESCO's Underground River to Coron's shipwrecks. Port Barton's reefs, El Nido's Nacpan Beach, and crystal-clear Kayangan Lake offer diverse experiences. Accommodations include beachfront hotels and remote island camping.
Duration 13 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Port Barton, El Nido, Coron Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki From $4,073
10% Off- NZ$3,666+$282 upfront costsYou save $407
Philippines Island Explorer 17 Day
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The food was incredible, the islands were absolutely stunning & I loved that the accommodation had a unique, non-traditional feel to it.”
Kiara, traveled in March
Island magic unfolds from El Nido's limestone cliffs to Puerto Princesa's Underground River. Beachfront hotels in Port Barton serve as gateways to pristine islands, while snorkeling trips and traditional Filipino village visits create lasting memories.
Duration 17 days Destinations Manila, Moalboal, Coron, El Nido, Port Barton, Puerto Princesa Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator INTRO Travel From
10% Off- NZ$4,099
Philippines Sunset
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip itself was so fun and well organized, we had fun activities planned every single day.”
Malina, traveled in October
Duration 11 days Destinations Manila, Port Barton, El Nido, Darocotan Island Age Range Ages 18-40 Operator Im Here Travels From
10% Off- NZ$2,545
Duration 4 days Destinations Puerto Princesa Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator UME Travel Co. Ltd From $1,070
20% Off- NZ$856You save $214
The pristine waters of Big Lagoon and hidden coves of Secret Lagoon await from Hotel Covo El Nido. The journey concludes in Puerto Princesa, Philippines' cleanest capital, renowned for its exceptional seafood.
Duration 7 days Destinations Manila, El Nido Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Intertrips From
20% Off- NZ$2,261
Total Philippines
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“It was great to see how dedicated he was to his country, and how he really wanted to help the locals in need.”
Valentina, traveled in April
Palawan's finest spots range from Port Barton's unspoiled beaches to El Nido's crystal lagoons. Captivating shipwreck snorkeling at Daracotan Island pairs with traditional Banca boat tours and beachfront accommodations, complete with local family meals and cultural demonstrations.
Duration 24 days Destinations Manila, Makati, Port Barton, Palawan, Puerto Princesa, El Nido, Coron, Cebu City, Moalboal, BoracaySee all destinations Age Range Ages 18-39 Operator TruTravels From
20% Off- NZ$7,161
Duration 12 days Destinations Manila, Puerto Princesa, El Nido, Coron Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Vio Travel From $3,942
5% Off- NZ$3,745You save $197
What people love about Palawan Island Tours
- A Week In Palawan, Philippines
The items on the daily programmes (brochure) did not always match reality (shortened or skipped). That should be monitored or revised by operator. Other than that a good tour.
Just finished the 10 days Philippines tour carried out by Do You Travel. At the beginning, when we figured out that most participants in our group of travelers are single and/or much younger than us, my wife (62) and I (68) thought we had comitted a mistake selecting this trip. The itinerary, the organisation and, above all, very positive group dynamics proved us wrong! We think the biggest merit for this goes to our tour guide Jovain Orlina! We were observing this young man handling complex organisational issues and even more complex (inter)personal challenges with remarkable ease and with passion at the same time. He had a nice word for everyone, open smile in every situation and he managed to reach full identification with the group as a whole. Jovain became part of us. He resolved all problems with skill and dedication. He made us feel relaxed and confident, he opened our hearts and, together with other members of the group, created relaxed mood throughout the tour. Some distracting events like, for example, overall disatisfaction of one group member with the tour, Jovain dealt with patience, in wise and thoughtful manner. However there is much room for significant improvement of one important aspects of the tour. Accomodation could and should be better! The food was for the most part ok, but some selected hotels were not even able to serve a decent breakfast. Rooms were small and in some cases not very clean. Overall, great tour, great group and excellent guide made us enjoy this trip a lot. The best part of the tour was a 3-day cruising expedition from El Nido to Coron on board of Tropical Paradise 7 boat. Excellent cook, skillfull, discrete and attentive crew made us feel thrilled and safe. This was a memorable experience, indeed. Thank you Jovain, thank you Do You Travel. ?
10 Days Do The Philippines Adventure - Palawan Islands (Independent Tour)
- Philippines Sunset
I’m Here travels, led passionately by Amer and Shawn, provided the most magical trip experience. From the moment we arrived at the airport I felt safe, comfortable and excited about the adventure ahead. The accommodation was all very comfortable and the off grid island experience was a really highlight!! We were warmly welcomed on every day trip by local guides and experienced the beautiful people, food and culture of Phillipines.
What our customers ask about Palawan Island Tours & Trips
Is Palawan really just one island?
You might think Palawan is a single destination but it's actually the Philippines' fifth-largest island and wow there's so much more to it. We're talking about more than 1,700 islands and islets spread across 1.5 million hectares of pure paradise. The main island stretches about 450km from Mindoro to Borneo and you'll find these incredible limestone formations dense rainforests and over 11,000 square kilometers of coral reefs just waiting to be explored.
How do I get around different parts of Palawan?
Getting around Palawan is pretty straightforward with the main transport network linking Puerto Princesa El Nido and Coron. If you're heading from Puerto Princesa to El Nido you'll want to catch one of the air-conditioned vans that run regularly from 5am to 5pm costing between ₱500-700 for the 5-6 hour journey. To get from El Nido to Coron hop on a fast ferry it's about 4 hours and costs ₱1,800-2,500. For the more remote spots like Port Barton the transport gets a bit more basic but you can reach most places combining land transport with bancas those traditional Filipino boats perfect for island hopping.
What's the real difference between El Nido and Coron?
If you're trying to choose between the two El Nido's your spot for amazing limestone lagoons and beaches with the Big and Small Lagoons Secret Beach and Seven Commandos Beach being absolute must-sees. You'll find better infrastructure here and more nightlife options around Bacuit Bay. Coron on the other hand is wreck diving heaven with 12 WWII Japanese shipwrecks plus you've got Kayangan Lake which they say is Asia's cleanest and the super unique thermoclines of Barracuda Lake. El Nido tends to draw bigger crowds while Coron keeps things more chilled and laid-back.
Where can I experience real Filipino culture in Palawan?
You'll find authentic cultural experiences everywhere once you step away from the tourist spots. Try the Islander Experience in Port Barton where you can learn traditional fishing methods and cook with local families. The Tagbanua communities around Coron are fascinating they're one of the Philippines' oldest ethnic groups. Check out the traditional weaving in Binuatan near Puerto Princesa or time your visit for the Pangalipay sa Baybay festival in November it's an amazing celebration of Palawan's maritime heritage.
Which spots are best for seeing Palawan's wildlife?
You'll be amazed by Palawan's wildlife it's right up there with the Galapagos Islands. Head to Honda Bay near Puerto Princesa any time of year for incredible snorkeling with sea turtles and reef sharks. Want to see dugongs? Your best bet is Dugong Bay between October and March with a 90% chance of spotting them. Over at Rasa Island you'll find 10% of the world's Philippine Cockatoos which is pretty special. For unique local species the Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center in Puerto Princesa is great you can see Philippine crocodiles and bearcats there. Don't miss the Underground River it's home to thousands of swiftlets and some really unique cave-dwelling creatures.