Calamian Group of Islands, particularly the Coron Island, is known for its magnificent limestone formations, picturesque lakes and lagoons. But there is much more to be discovered. As the our place became more accessible from Manila, and more hotel establishments have been built, and tourism infrastructure such as roads improved, more
opportunities have emerged. Stepping off the tourist path,
travelers can experience the friendly locals, traditional culture, and
beautiful scenery which fill the our enchanting place.
Coron town
CORON TOWN
Coron
town serves as the gateway to Calamian Group of Islands including municipalities of Busuanga, Culion and Linapacan .
It is the center of trade and industry. Almost 70% of the hotel/lodge and other tourism establishments are located within the Coron town proper. Since it is facing the Coron Bay, it also serves as jump-off point to all tourist attractions.
MT TAPYAS
Climb
746 steps to the huge cross on top of the mountain named Mt Tapyas. On
top, one will have the birds eye view of Coron town, Coron bay and its
islands, the road to Busuanga, the sprouting commercial buildings and the
greenery of Coron.
mt tapyas
maquinit hotspring
MAQUINIT HOTSPRING
A 38
degrees Celsius salt water hot spring in
the mangrove area. There are two hot pools adjacent to the spring, both cascade
down into a larger pool. the water flows directly into the sea. This place is
ideal to visit in the late afternoon or evening, after the tour.
siete pecados
SIETE PECADOS
The
name implies seven peaks, 7 limestone rocks or islets located at the entrance
of Coron Bay, where ship passes by. Declared as marine protected area, it houses good
coral reefs and coral fishes making it perfect for snorkeling & diving.
KAYANGAN LAKE
Hall of Fame Awardee - as the cleanest and greenest lake in the Philippines. Its brackish waters, a mixture of fresh and salt
water is ideal for swimming and
snorkeling to see the cliffs extending down
the bottom of the lake. An easy trek up and down the hill is needed to reach the enchanting lake.
kayangan lake
skeleton wreck
SKELETON WRECK
Located near the Atuwayan Beach, one of the small pocket of beaches in Coron island,
skeleton wreck is one of the shallowest ship wreck sites in the Coron. The wreck is visible
from the surface of the water rich in coral gardens with fishes, thus its one
of the best snorkeling locations.
BANOL BEACH
One
of the small pocket beaches of Coron island covered with majestic limestone
cliffs, fine white sand and crystal clear water that makes it ideal for
swimming and relaxing. Here you will have the chance to interact with the Tagbanua, the native people. Banol beach serves as our venue for buffet picnic
lunch with freshly grilled seafood, meat, vegetables and local seaweed.
banol beach
twin lagoon
TWIN LAGOON
Twin lagoon is an enclosed lagoon surrounded by the jagged limestone
cliffs that abound the Coron
Island. The small opening gets you inside the lagoon. Tourists must visit this area during low tide, when the hole is passable to get inside the lagoon.
BARRACUDA LAKE
Just like Kayangan Lake, Barracuda lake is an enclosed body of water surrounded by jagged limestone cliffs. But one needs to actually climb a limestone cliff just to enjoy the beauty of
Barracuda Lake and to be able to dip in this thermal lake, the deeper the hotter. This lake is good for diving.
barrracuda lake
culion church
CULION CHURCH
Built
in 1740, this measures 120ft in length, 76ft width, 36ft ht and made of hewn
coral rocks. The
magnificent military art and church was the result of the labor of the natives
of Culion, isla de calamianes who were relieved form paying tributes or taxes
for three years.
paraw sailing
PARAW SAILING
A
paraw is a local outrigger sailing boat, made from wood and bamboo
and could comfortably accommodate a group of 5.Highly recommended activity for a fantastic day out and unforgettable
experience. This is really the best way to explore around Coron Bay.
CALAUIT WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
This becomes the countrys major conservation showcase
and unique nature park. Aside from having extraordinary scenic
wonders, it showcases a successful trans-location of African animals from Kenya
in Africa such as, giraffes and elands, zebras and gazelles co-exist with
endemic Philippine animals, like the Palawan
bearcat, mousedeer and peacock pheasant.
