Philippines Travel And Tour Destinations

Palawan is the largest province in terms of land area while remaining as the most well-preserved island group in the country. The coral reefs, the rain forest, the beaches, the mangroves, and the clear, blue waters are features that the Palawan islands can be proud of. A traveler needs to get around the islands to interact with its people, understand its culture, and enjoy the magnificent scenery.

Comprising of 1,700 islands and around 2,000 kilometers in coastline, Palawan is renowned as the place where some of the most beautiful seascapes can be experienced. Sprawled under the seas are almost 11,000 square kilometers of coral reefs, this is definitely not a sight you can find easily anywhere else. In fact, because of the rich and thriving wildlife and coral reefs in the area, Palawan was proclaimed as a sanctuary in 1967 when the government recognized the value of these natural resources. Up to this date, Palawan remains to be the most protected province in the Philippines. Are you ready to experience your own Palawan adventure? Below are destinations you should not miss:

Calauit Wildlife Sanctuary – located in northern Calamianes, it is home to endemic and exotic animal species that freely roams around the verdant plains and hills. You can find beautiful Palawan Parrots, Palawan Monkeys, Palawan Mongoose, and Palawan Bear cats among othes.

Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park – this is definitely a sight to behold. Millions of years in the making, the length of the river and cave network in the area remains a mystery even today. The cavern stretches into a nearly perfect triangle with ceilings and walls decorated by nature’s carving herself. There is also a “grand chamber” that looks as if it was intentionally decorated because of its grandeur. One has to see it in order to see its magnificence.

El Nido – this area is best known for its dive spots and world class resorts. This is one of the most popular areas for travelers because El Nido offers modern conveniences even while you enjoy nature at its best.

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