Palawan offers one of the world's most spectacular marine environments. The coral reefs here are amongst the most extensive in the country. Some of its numerous islands provide a habitat for rare birds and endemic wildlife. You can also explore some of the lakes on Coron Island,home of the reclusive Tagbanua Tribe.

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How to get there:

By air: Palawan can be reached within an hour and five minutes' flight from Manila to the capital city of Puerto Princesa.

By sea: A 20-hour trip by sea from the ports of Manila.