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Palawan is the 3rd largest land mass of the more than 7000 islands that make up the Philippines. They call Palawan, the Last Frontier.
It lies approximately 586 kilometers southwest of Manila, Its main island measures 425 kilometers long, and 40 kilometers wide. A chain of mountain ranges run the length of the main island. The mountain heights average 3,500 feet in altitude, with the highest peak rising to 6,800 feet at Mount Matalingahan. The vast mountain areas are the source of valuable timber.
The island province of Palawan is home to, rainforests, outstanding dive sites, majestic mountains, primeval caves and pristine beaches. It is surrounded by a coral shelf with varied and colorful marine life. Palawan waters are among the clearest in the world, ideal for diving and fishing.
A divers paradise, it has miles of sub-surface coral and rainbow reef walls which surround the coasts and coves teeming with rich marine life.
It has a population of some 800,000 people, 600,000 live in the Capital, Puerto Princesa.
The worlds largest pearl was discovered by a Filipino diver in a giant Tridacna (mollusk) under the Palawan Sea in 1934. Known as the Pearl of Lao-Tzu, the gem weighs 14 pounds and measures 9 1/2 inches long and 5 1/2 inches in diameter. As of May 1984, it was valued at US$42 million. It is believed to be 600 years old
Palawan attractions
Puerto Princesa The Capital City
Calauit National Park, Busuanga The resident wildlife of this Busuanga Island include: Giraffe, Zebra, Calamian Deer, Mousedeer and the Scaly Anteater
Coron Bay Wreck diving heaven with 11 sunken, WW2, Japanese fleet ships in one location. The ships were sunk on September 24, 1944 by US Navy action. They range in depth from 15 metres to 160 metres & offer exciting wreck exploration for enthusiasts and beginners alike. Coron Bay, Busuanga has 7 enchanting lakes surrounded by craggy limestone cliffs which attract hundreds of nature lovers to Coron.
St. Paul Subterranean Park and River.
Puerto Princesa is another of nature’s wonders, the Park is just 3 hours from the Capital, this is accessible only by kayak. For sheer diversity, wildlife, natural attractions, it is one of the most memorable places on Earth. Here you can observe diverse flora and fauna amidst breathtaking beauty.
Tubbataha Reefs The reefs are 100 miles offshore from Puerto Princesa and are home to teeming marine species, this is probably the greatest Scuba Diving location in the World. A marine sanctuary, divers paradise, it is located in the Sulu Sea, southeast of Puerto Princesa City. Declared a World Natural Heritage site by UNESCO in 1993, it is under protective management by the Philippine authorities.
Liveaboard diving is only permitted March to June.
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The Ursula Island Game Refuge and Bird Sanctuary. This island is a haven for birds that rest and converge two hours before sunset.
Palawan Resort Hotels
Apulit Island Club Noah Isabelle Resort
Honda Bay Dos Palmas resort.
The bay consists of several islets with shallow reefs bordering fabulous beaches which have become the favorite swimming, snorkelling and diving destinations.
El Nido, Miniloc Island and Lagen island Resorts sister resorts in Bacuit Bay, El Nido Marine Reserve. Occupying an area of 96,000 hectares, this popular nature spot boasts of diverse ecosystems such as rainforest, mangroves, white sand beaches, coral reefs and limestone cliffs
Club Paradise, Dimakya Island is one of the nicest beach resorts in the Philippines and home to the amazing 3 meter long Dugong (Sea Cow), Giant Turtles, Giant Cuttlefish, Whales and many marine species are resident here in the unspoilt crystal clear waters.
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See our range of tours in the area:
BUSUANGA ISLAND HOPPING.2009-2010
FLOWER ISLAND
Kubo Sa Dagat, Palawan
Mindoro Tour. Puerto Galera-Pandan Island
NORTH PALAWAN ESCAPE
Here are some Scuba Diving packages in the area:
Scuba Diving Liveaboard trip. SEADIVE GENEL
DIVING HOLIDAYS IN PUERTO GALERA
PANDAN ISLAND Diving