Coron
Coron is a town on Busuanga Island in Palawan, known for boat trips to limestone lagoons and Japanese wreck dives in Coron Bay.
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Coron is a municipality on Busuanga Island in Palawan, in the western Philippines. The town sits on a bay surrounded by limestone hills, and many of the lagoons, lakes and small islands nearby are reached by boat from town. Japanese navy warships and supply ships sank in Coron Bay in 1944 during World War II. The wrecks later drew divers, so visitors come for the underwater sites as well as the lagoons.
A Coron trip suits travelers who want water, boats and quiet beaches more than city sights. Day tours usually stop at several lagoons and reefs, while divers and snorkelers can book trips to the wrecks and clear reef water. Stays range from guesthouses to small resorts, mostly in town and along the coast. The dry season, roughly December to April, has the calmest seas, and typhoons can disrupt travel from about June to October. Plan at least three or four days so you are not rushing between boat trips.
Coron in five
- Book island-hopping tours with a named operatorDay trips from Coron town often follow the same island-hopping loop, but boats, guides and lunch differ between sellers. Ask which stops, entrance fees and lunch are in the price, and get it in writing.Tours and tickets
- Carry pesos in small notesGuesthouses, tricycle drivers and tour boat crews often take cash only, and card payment is limited outside the bigger hotels. Withdraw enough for the boat days before you leave town.Money and costs
- Get an eSIM before you reach the islandsSignal is weak on many of the islands, so load a data plan before the boat leaves town. Download offline maps for the lakes and the reefs while you still have a connection.Phones and eSIM
- Check that your insurance covers divingMany basic medical policies exclude diving and some water sports. Look for dive cover and medical evacuation from the islands, and confirm both before you book a dive.Travel insurance
- Price tricycle rides before you sit downTricycles in Coron town run on agreed fares, not meters. Agree the fare and the destination before you get in.
Need to know
- Currency
- Philippine peso (PHP)
- Entry
- Visa-free short stays for many passports; length depends on nationality Read more
- Emergency
- 911 national emergency; 117 police
- Tipping
- Not required in restaurants; tip the tour boat crew
- Time
- UTC+8, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryDry, cooler
- FebruaryDry, clear
- MarchDry, clear
- AprilDry, hotter
- MayHot, dry
- JuneRains begin
- JulyTyphoon risk
- AugustTyphoon risk
- SeptemberTyphoon risk
- OctoberTyphoon risk
- NovemberRains easing
- DecemberDry, holidays
Right now in Coron
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 28°
- Humidity
- 83%
- Wind
- 9 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 64%
Coron
04:36 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today32°26°64%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 64%.
- Wed31°25°10%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 10%.
- Thu32°25°19%Thursday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 19%.
- Fri32°26°11%Friday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 11%.
- Sat32°26°8%Saturday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Sun32°25°13%Sunday: Clear. High 32°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 13%.
- Mon31°26°29%Monday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 29%.
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Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 63.7 PHP
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Coron island hoppinga full day by boatThe standard loop of lakes, reefs and wreck sites, and a common first trip for visitors.
- Culion Islandby boat, time varies by operatorThe former leprosy colony, with its own history and quieter beaches than the Coron loop.
- Calauit Islandby boat, time varies by operatorA wildlife reserve where African animals such as giraffes and zebras were introduced in the 1970s.
Before you go to Coron
Rules for Coron, checked
- Visa-free entry covers many nationalities for short stays, but the allowed length depends on your passport. Check the Bureau of Immigration before you fly.Source
- Taking coral, shells or items from reefs and wrecks is illegal in the Philippines, so leave everything where you find it.
- Choose a registered dive operator, follow the guide's briefing on reefs and wrecks, and never touch or stand on coral.
- Philippine drug laws are strict and penalties are severe. Carry prescription medicine with the prescription.
Plan around Coron
Coron, El Nido and Puerto Princesa in one Palawan guide
Read the guideVisas and entryVisa-free stays and what to check before you fly
Read the guideGetting around PalawanFlights to Busuanga, transfers and boats compared
Read the guideMoney and costsCash, cards and the cost of boat days and meals
Read the guideWhere to stayTown and island stays compared by base and budget
Read the guidePhones and eSIMData on the islands and what to load before boat days
Read the guideCoron FAQ
How do you get to Coron?
Fly from Manila to Busuanga airport (USU), then take a van and a boat across to Coron town on Coron Island. Ask your hotel to arrange the transfer, because boat times are fixed.
How many days do you need in Coron?
Three nights covers the town and one full day of island hopping, with a spare day in case of rough seas. Add a night if you want a second boat day or a diving trip.
Is Coron worth it for divers?
Coron Bay holds Japanese shipwrecks from the Second World War, and the reefs are a common reason to base here. Book only with a registered operator and check your certification.
When is the best time to visit Coron?
December to April are the driest months. The typhoon risk runs mainly from July to October, when boat trips can be cancelled.
Is Coron expensive?
Accommodation and food can be cheap, but boat tours and private boat hire set most of the cost. Compare operators and ask what the price includes before you pay.