Q: How to Get to Palawan

The easiest and fastest way to get to Palawan is by: Plane If you depart from abroad, this is the best way to reach Palawan. You can land at Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS), which is the only international airport in Palawan. This airport serves as the main gateway to Palawan. As for domestic flights, Palawan has many airports that you can consider, such as Francisco B. Reyes Airport, El Nido Airport, San Vicente Airport, and many other domestic airports. Ship In addition to planes, tourists departing from out of town usually use water travel to reach Palawan. You can buy tickets to the Port of Puerto Princesa, which is the main port in Palawan. Scheduled passenger ferry services operate weekly on the route from Manila to the port of Puerto Princesa. Palawan also has other ports, such as Coron Harbor, El Nido Port, and Mangingisda Port.

Q: Best Time to Visit in Palawan

Season Palawan has two seasons, summer and rainy season, summer lasts from October to May, while the rainy season lasts from June to September. The best time to go to Palawan is during the dry season because, in this season, tourists can do various activities and visit multiple attractions offered by Palawan. Average Temperature Palawan's dry season starts in October and ends in May with an average temperature of around 27 degree celsius and has very little rainfall. The first months of the dry season usually still have substantial rain, while the last months are generally quite hot and humid. Visiting Palawan during the rainy season is not recommended because heavy rain and tropical storms can occur at any time in Palawan, especially in the northern provinces. It is well known that the rainy season lasts longer on the east side of Palawan. Festival Palawan has several unique, exciting annual festivals that you won't find anywhere else. One of the festivals that must be visited is the Puerto Princesa City Foundation Day and Balayong Festival, which is the anniversary of the "City in the Forest" city of Puerto Princesa, which is celebrated on March 14. This anniversary celebration is celebrated together with the Balayong Festival, which is the Palawan Cherry Festival, which is very similar to the Japanese Cherry Blossoms. These festivals have become one of the most awaited events in Palawan because there is a parade of beautiful costumes worn by all participating communities.

Question 1

What is tiket CLEAN in Palawan?

Accepted Answer

Do you miss traveling but still worried about the COVID-19 pandemic? We understand completely. Now, you can have a great trip with your loved ones to your favorite places in Palawan without worrying! Adapting to the current situation, various tourist sites are now setting new regulations and policies regarding cleanliness and social distancing at the site. We certainly want all t-mates to enjoy a pleasant time while still maintaining health, cleanliness, and safety together.

To find out which tourist attractions in Palawan have implemented this new policy, tiket.com presents "tiket CLEAN"!

Tourist attractions that have “tiket CLEAN” logo on tiket.com’s To Do page mean that they have implemented standard rules and protocols to prevent and reduce transmission of COVID-19. Starting from checking the body temperature of all staff and visitors, setting a new requirement to wear face masks and gloves, increasing the frequency of cleaning using disinfectants, providing healthcare and hygiene supplies, to social distancing regulations, such as capacity restrictions or minimum distance when waiting in line.

For more information, you can check the Highlight section of each product page with the “tiket CLEAN” logo. There, you will find a full explanation of the new regulations at the attraction.

Make sure you and your loved ones understand and follow the rules. This way, you, other visitors, and also the staff on duty can both enjoy a pleasant day without worries!

Keep Spirit! We’re All in This Together!

Question 2

What to Expect in Palawan

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Palawan is an archipelagic province of the Philippines located in the Mimaropa region (southwestern Tagalog region) and is the largest province in the Philippines based on total jurisdiction. This province is famous for its beautiful beaches and resorts that you can explore at any time. The beauty of Palawan is evidenced by the establishment of the Tubbataha Reef National Marine Park and the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River as two World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. This city is perfect for you who want to enjoy the beauty and warmth of the beach with friends, family, or partners.

Question 3

How to Get to Palawan

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The easiest and fastest way to get to Palawan is by:

Plane

If you depart from abroad, this is the best way to reach Palawan. You can land at Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS), which is the only international airport in Palawan. This airport serves as the main gateway to Palawan. As for domestic flights, Palawan has many airports that you can consider, such as Francisco B. Reyes Airport, El Nido Airport, San Vicente Airport, and many other domestic airports.

Ship

In addition to planes, tourists departing from out of town usually use water travel to reach Palawan. You can buy tickets to the Port of Puerto Princesa, which is the main port in Palawan. Scheduled passenger ferry services operate weekly on the route from Manila to the port of Puerto Princesa. Palawan also has other ports, such as Coron Harbor, El Nido Port, and Mangingisda Port.

Question 4

Accommodation in Palawan

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As a province famous for the beauty of the sea, Palawan offers various types of accommodation that you can choose according to your wishes. Rows of famous resorts to simple homestays are available in Palawan. Many of the resorts in Palawan have participated in carrying out conservation programs on the islands and coral reefs around the area.

Question 5

Instagramable Spots in Palawan

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Palawan has been named the "World's Best Island," which certainly provides a myriad of beaches and seas that are ready to fascinate every tourist. Some spots that you can visit, such as Big and Small Lagoons, Bacuit Bay Islands, Nagtabon Beach, Kayangan Lake, and Port Barton.

Question 6

Palawan Culinary

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As a province surrounded by the sea, Palawan certainly has many unique, delicious, and great seafood menus. Besides seafood, be sure to try one of the delicious foods, such as Chicken Inasal (a delightful roast chicken dish) and Crocodile Sisig (exotic dishes made from crocodile meat). Also, there's a Lato Seaweed (a dish with a soft and delicious texture), Tamilok (a dish made from basic woodworms that have a taste like oysters), and Danggit Lamayo (dried rabbit meat marinated and marinated with garlic, vinegar, and pepper).

Vegan Food

You can easily find restaurants that specialize in vegetarian and vegan food here. However, dishes that are not always served Asian cuisine, but can also be western food.

Question 7

Shopping in Palawan

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Palawan provides various types of shopping centers that you can visit. Some shopping recommendations that can be your choices, such as San Jose Market, Robinsons Place Mall Palawan, Old Public Market, Puerto Princesa Public Market, and Coron Public Market.

Question 8

Best Time to Visit in Palawan

Accepted Answer

Season

Palawan has two seasons, summer and rainy season, summer lasts from October to May, while the rainy season lasts from June to September. The best time to go to Palawan is during the dry season because, in this season, tourists can do various activities and visit multiple attractions offered by Palawan.

Average Temperature

Palawan's dry season starts in October and ends in May with an average temperature of around 27 degree celsius and has very little rainfall. The first months of the dry season usually still have substantial rain, while the last months are generally quite hot and humid. Visiting Palawan during the rainy season is not recommended because heavy rain and tropical storms can occur at any time in Palawan, especially in the northern provinces. It is well known that the rainy season lasts longer on the east side of Palawan.

Festival

Palawan has several unique, exciting annual festivals that you won't find anywhere else. One of the festivals that must be visited is the Puerto Princesa City Foundation Day and Balayong Festival, which is the anniversary of the "City in the Forest" city of Puerto Princesa, which is celebrated on March 14. This anniversary celebration is celebrated together with the Balayong Festival, which is the Palawan Cherry Festival, which is very similar to the Japanese Cherry Blossoms. These festivals have become one of the most awaited events in Palawan because there is a parade of beautiful costumes worn by all participating communities.

Question 9

How to Get Around in Palawan

Accepted Answer

Public transportation in Palawan is quite exciting and varied, such as pedicabs or three-wheeled motorized vehicles, Jeepneys and Multicab which are the cheapest transportation in Puerto Princesa for medium and long-distance travel, and Buses and Shuttle Buses which are the most convenient and most affordable transportation for traveling from El Nido and Puerto Princesa.

Question 10

How Big is Palawan

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Palawan has an area of 14,649.73 square km. The ideal time to spend here is 5-7 days. During this time, you can visit various exciting tourist attractions and interesting activities in Palawan. You can start your adventure from Puerto Princesa by visiting the Underground River and Honda Bay. Then, you can continue your trip to El Nido by taking a private boat to explore the various beautiful beaches there.

Question 11

Palawan Currency

Accepted Answer

Philippine Peso (PHP)

Question 12

Language(s) in Palawan

Accepted Answer

There are 52 languages and dialects in Palawan province that are spoken by residents. English, Tagalog, and Ilonggo are widely used and coexist with native languages such as Cuyonon and Palawanon. Statistics say that Tagalog dominates, followed by Cuyonon, then Palawanon, and some people speak the Ilonggo language.

Question 13

Palawan Time Zone

Accepted Answer

UTC + 8 (IPM)

Question 14

Plug Types in Palawan

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The plug types commonly used in Palawan are type A and type B. Type A has two flat and parallel pins. Whereas type B has the same pin but with an additional grounding pin. The electric voltage in Palawan is 220V, with a frequency of 60 Hz.

Question 15

Important Things to Know About Palawan

Accepted Answer

Palawan is a tropical island with hot weather. Lightweight casual clothes will be suitable for use while in Palawan.
If you want to swim and snorkel on the beautiful islands in Palawan, you should wear a swimsuit as a layer in your clothes. With this, you don't need to carry a big bag when you want to travel.
Say "Please" and "Thank you" all the time.
Do not show irritation when interacting with residents, and you should find a guide to help in terms of communication.
Keep clean while in Palawan, or you will get a penalty and pay a fine.
Tap water in Palawan is not for drinking.

Explore the most popular things to do in Palawan

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Coron Calauit Safari and Beach Tour

Cacaoyan Forest Park Ticket and Lunch

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Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park Private Tour

5D4N Palawan Join-in Tour and Transfers

El Nido Full-Day Island Hopping Tour with Snorkeling

4D3N Palawan Join-in Tour and Transfers

Honda Bay Palawan Island Hopping Tour

Coron Island Hopping Yacht Tour

Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour in Palawan

Palawan Port Barton Island Hopping Tour

Puerto Princesa City Tour

Haqqy Life Nacpan Adventure El Nido

3D2N Palawan Join-in Tour and Transfers

Coron Super Ultimate Day Tour with Shipwreck

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El Nido Tour A Lagoons & Islands

El Nido Tour C Hidden Beaches & Shrine

Coron Tour D Reef and Wrecks

Sabang X Adventure Zipline Admission Ticket in Puerto Princesa

Coron Ultimate Island Day Tour

El Nido Tour B Caves & Islands

Coron Tour A

Puerto Princesa Hundred Caves

Coron Tour C

Coron Tour B

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