Ultimate 3-Day Palawan Itinerary: Best Things to Do & See

Start your Palawan journey at the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. Glide through the UNESCO-listed underground river, marveling at stalactites and cathedral-like chambers in one of the world’s longest navigable underground rivers.

Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park

After your river adventure, explore the natural beauty of Sabang Beach. Relax on powdery sand, swim in warm, clear waters, or try local seafood at beachfront huts with views of pristine jungle and sea.

Sabang Beach

Dine at Kalui Restaurant, an art-filled local icon in Puerto Princesa serving fresh seafood, creative Filipino cuisine, and tropical fruits in a barefoot, homey setting.

Kalui Restaurant

Embark on a classic island-hopping tour and first visit Big Lagoon. Paddle a kayak or join a boat through emerald waters surrounded by towering limestone cliffs—one of El Nido’s most iconic sites.

Big Lagoon

Continue your El Nido adventure at Shimizu Island, famous for its white-sand beach, vibrant snorkeling spots, and picnic lunches under the shade of limestone formations.

Shimizu Island

Unwind with dinner and sunset drinks at Republica Sunset Bar. This laid-back hilltop spot in Corong-Corong offers Spanish-Filipino tapas and unrivaled panoramic sunset views over Bacuit Bay.

Republica Sunset Bar

Dive or snorkel above the haunting Coron Bay Shipwrecks, a collection of Japanese WWII shipwrecks teeming with marine life and coral growth—one of the world’s most unique underwater sites.

Coron Bay Shipwrecks

Head to the breathtaking Kayangan Lake. Surrounded by steep limestone cliffs, it’s considered the cleanest lake in the Philippines and perfect for a swim in crystal-clear waters after a short scenic hike.

Kayangan Lake

Soak in the therapeutic waters of Maquinit Hot Spring, one of the world’s few saltwater hot springs, nestled among mangroves and boulders—an ideal way to relax after a day of exploration in Coron.

Maquinit Hot Spring