Beach near puerto princesa airport: Featuring: The Nearest Beaches in Puerto Princesa City Proper

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Featuring: The Nearest Beaches in Puerto Princesa City Proper

September 25, 2015September 25, 2015 / Ranil Guarino

If ever you’re a beach person who happens to be in Puerto Princesa for a vacation or any other purpose with your accommodation located in the city proper, don’t feel disappointed because the city is surrounded by beach on both east and west coasts. The ones I’m featuring in this article are those which are reachable within 15 minutes or less from Km 0 of city proper. Now, these may not be the best beaches in Palawan, but they are surely the most easily accessed especially if you don’t have the luxury of time.

1. White Beach– Definitely the nearest in city proper. Travel time: 10 minutes or less You just pay 20 pesos entrance fee. Composed by Nasin-aw and Silica Beaches, this used to be a favorite beach of mine: white sand, torquoise water and less seagrass. But it’s nearness in the city has its toll. I have observed over the years how this once beautiful beach slowly lost its charm. The construction of a new baywalk to replace the nearby squatters area that polluted the beach over time , I hope, would do a good favor and restore this beach.

2. Princesa Garden

A stretch of beach located in Bancao-bancao was once my secret beach where very few people know and go but now is lined with resorts and this one is the beachfront of the Princesa Garden , a 5-star resort. Travel time: 10 minutes. No entrance fee

3. Kalayaan Beach– Located inside the military base camp and facing the east coast. Gives tourist a good sunrise view. Travel time: 15 minutes. No entrance fee

4. BM Beach– Also facing the east coast, has very shallow water stretching for about a kilometer. Like all the near east coast beaches, has water not so ideal for swimming. Travel time: 15 minutes and one has to pay 20 pesos entrance fee

5. Chez Rose– also a beach found in the near east coastline. Chez Rose has a bar, retaurant and beach party events. Travel time: 15 minutes. 20 pesos entrance fees

6. Clark Beach- a family owned and maintained beach. You and your group may book the entire place and stay over night for some sort of camping or other activities. Travel time: 15 minutes. Entrance fee: 20 pesos

7. Blue Palawan- aside from being a beach front, this place has an infinity pool, native style architecture, beach village- designed huts and serves good food. Travel time: 15 minutes

8. Emerald Beach- the beach now is divided by two resorts: Emerald Playa and Microtel. If you go to Emerald Playa, you pay an 80 pesos entrance consumable. Microtel is open if you want to check out the place, have coffee, dine in the restaurant or swim in their pool (for a fee of course). Nice beach view, sunrise and that hammock in between two coconuts just makes me wanna doze off. Travel time: 15 minutes.

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18 Best Beaches in Palawan to Visit: White Sand, El Nido, Coron

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18. Sabang Beach (Puerto Princesa)
17. Nagtabon Beach (Puerto Princesa)
16. Duli Beach (El Nido)
15. Secret Beach (El Nido)
14. Pamuayan Beach (Port Barton)
13. Helicopter Island (El Nido)
12. Las Cabanas Beach (El Nido)
11. Seven Commandos Beach (El Nido)
10. Pinagbuyutan Island (El Nido)
9. Banana Island (Coron)
8. Banol Beach (Coron)
7. Long Beach (San Vicente)
6. Black Island (Busuanga)
5. Snake Island (El Nido)
4. Onok Island (Balabac)
3. Hidden Beach (El Nido)
2. Malcapuya Beach (Coron)
1. Nacpan Beach (El Nido)

With more than 7,000 islands, you’re sure to find some of the best beaches in the world in the Philippines. White sand beaches can be found in most of the best places to visit in the Philippines, including the island province of Palawan. Famous for its exquisite white sand beaches and lagoons surrounded by towering limestone rock formations, this top tourist destination in the Philippines is a must-visit for its biodiversity, abundant marine life, and a number of the best beaches in the Philippines.

Palawan has been recognized as one of the best islands in the world by multiple online magazines. It is also one of the top destinations for scuba diving in the Philippines. El Nido, Puerto Princesa, Coron, and San Vicente are the four main tourist destinations in Palawan where you can book a Palawan island hopping tour. These destinations is home to more than 1,700 unspoiled islands and islets and other breathtaking Palawan top tourist spots.

El Nido is renowned for its towering limestone cliffs, rock formations, perfect white-sand beaches, and islands with crystal blue seas. On the other hand, Puerto Princesa is home to the world-renowned Puerto Princesa Underground River, historical landmarks, and white sand beaches.

Coron, a part of Calamian Group of Islands in Palawan, is well-known for its freshwater lakes, limestone cliffs, coral reefs, and wreck diving locations. Lastly, San Vicente, an emerging destination in Palawan, is full of natural attractions and is known for having the longest white sand beach in the Philippines.

When you book Palawan tour packages and Palawan tours, you will be able to visit most of the Palawan beaches in this island province if you add island and beach tours to your itinerary. This article lists down some of the top beaches in this province that should be a part of your Palawan itinerary:

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18. Sabang Beach (Puerto Princesa)

Sabang Beach is located in Sabang, a small village in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Visitors of this tourist spot in Puerto Princesa may swim, watch the sunset, have some beverages, snap wonderful photographs, get beach massages, or just rest and take in the beauty of the surrounding natural landscape at Sabang Beach.

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The beach is ideal for leisurely strolls or sunbathing, while its pristine aquamarine waters are ideal for taking a dip. This beach is also a popular lunch stopover for those doing the Puerto Princesa underground river tours.

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17. Nagtabon Beach (Puerto Princesa)

Known for being one of the unspoiled beaches in Puerto Princesa, Nagtabon Beach is perfect for travelers who don’t like commercialized tourist spots. With its lengthy stretch of white sand and palm-tree studded coastlines, Nagtabon Beach gives guests a tranquil haven in Puerto Princesa.

While here, you can go swimming, skimboarding, snorkeling, or lounging on its sandy shores. The beach is also perfect for beach sports, such as volleyball and frisbee.

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16. Duli Beach (El Nido)

Duli Beach, located about 25 KM above the town of El Nido, is a picturesque 2 KM long stretch of sand. The beach features broad, golden, and white sand that gently drops into the deep blue waters. Additionally, Duli Beach has a forest with a lot of palm trees.

The beach is still mostly undeveloped, but it offers good surfing waves, making it the only surf beach in El Nido. Aside from surfing, Duli Beach also has good spots for swimming and snorkeling.

15. Secret Beach (El Nido)

The Secret Beach is one of the top beaches in El Nido included in an El Nido island hopping tour. The beach can be found in between the towering limestone cliffs. In order to get to the secluded spot, you need to swim through a narrow crevice under huge rocks and come out on the other side, where the beach is.

There is only a small headspace between the rocks, so you have to be careful while navigating to the other side, where clear waters, fine white sand, and surrounding limestone cliffs await you. The secluded beach is just a small round space best for a relaxing swim.

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14. Pamuayan Beach (Port Barton)

One of Palawan’s nicest beaches is Pamuayan Beach near Port Barton. This unspoiled beach has white sand extending for almost a mile, making it the ideal location for beach enthusiasts. Since it is located near a fishing village, you can interact with the locals and learn more about their culture and way of life. The beach is also near Pamuayan Falls, another top tourist spot in Port Barton, Palawan.

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13. Helicopter Island (El Nido)

Dilumacad Island, also known as Helicopter Island, earned its name from the form it assumes when viewed from afar. Its powdery-white sand and azure seas will draw you in and hold your attention once you get there. It is a great location for lounging and taking in the stunning seaside scenery.

To see the outline of the helicopter, take distant pictures of the beachscape. Your images will look stunning against the backdrop of the soaring limestone rock formations, the azure lake, and the white beach. This tourist spot is often included in El Nido tour packages.

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12. Las Cabanas Beach (El Nido)

Las Cabanas Beach, located 2.6 KM from El Nido town proper, is a must-see for its lovely sunsets. Las Cabanas is a nickname based on the resort situated here, but it’s more locally known as Marimegmeg Island. Several bars and eateries border the beach.

While waiting for the sunset, you may purchase beverages and snacks or simply relax and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of this El Nido tourist attraction. For activities to do in El Nido, Palawan, try the Las Cabanas zipline for a different way to enjoy this beach, and you’ll be treated to an amazing view. You can also have cozy dinners or relaxed drinking sessions by the beach here at night.

11. Seven Commandos Beach (El Nido)

The 320-meter Seven Commandos Beach has a lengthy stretch of pure white sand beneath the stunning El Nido limestone cliffs and a line of swaying coconut trees. One can’t help but wonder how the beach received its moniker. According to legend, seven troops were stuck here during World War II. The shore at Seven Commandos Beach is large enough for visitors to play beach sports like volleyball and frisbee.

The beach is particularly noted for its calm waves. After a long day of kayaking in the lagoons, you can unwind by the crystal-clear seas of Seven Commandos Beach. It also has abundant marine life underwater, which makes it an excellent location for snorkeling if you’re yet to try scuba diving in El Nido.

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10. Pinagbuyutan Island (El Nido)

Pinagbuyutan Island is a rare gem of El Nido, Palawan often included in El Nido tours. This island is more known for its unique shape than its white sand beach. From afar, this island looks like one giant rock sitting in the middle of Bacuit Bay of Palawan. As you draw closer to the island, one will see that its whole landscape is made of pure limestone cliffs.

These steep walls are all natural and have been formed more than 125 million years ago. Because of the presence of limestones, Pinagbuyutan Island is locally called Inabuyatan Island which means Enchanted Island when translated to the local language.

9. Banana Island (Coron)

Dicalabuan Island, also known as Banana Island, is one of Coron’s family-friendly islands and a popular destination for both locals and visitors. It’s frequently paired with island hopping trips to Bulog Dos and Malcapuya Islands.

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Locals gave the island the moniker “Banana Island” because when viewed from a distance, it is said to resemble a golden fruit. Fine white sand, sparkling seas, mangrove plants, and granite formations make the island a lovely place.

Because of its shallow seas, children may be able to swim freely. Banana Island is often included in Coron tour packages, making it a family-friendly attraction.

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8. Banol Beach (Coron)

Banul Beach or Banol Beach is a tropical paradise and is one of Coron’s best beaches. It’s also a popular lunch stopover of various Coron tours. This small beach in northwestern Coron Island is renowned for its exceptionally fine white sand beaches, smooth and calm seas, and nearby calcareous karst cliffs.

While in Banul Beach, you may swim, ride a kayak, lounge by the sand, or relax by the nipa huts that border the beach.

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7. Long Beach (San Vicente)

Long Beach San Vicente is the Philippines’ longest beach, with 14.7 KM of pristine white sand. It is made up of four towns in San Vicente, Palawan: San Isidro, New Agutaya, Alimanguan, and Poblacion. Because it is unspoiled and uncrowded, this beach is great for anyone who want a relaxing day under the sun. In this tropical paradise, you may swim and sunbathe, relax and unwind in one of its nipa huts, drink fresh coconut water, and watch the sunset.

6. Black Island (Busuanga)

Black Island is Palawan’s biggest island in the Calamian Group of Islands, located northwest of Busuanga Island. It’s called “Black Island” by the locals because the massive limestone rock structure in the island’s center seems to be dark and scary from afar.

Black Island, however, is a delightful paradise of immaculate white sand beaches, cave pools, and turquoise seas. It’s ideal for travelers that enjoy outdoor activities such as trekking, cave exploration, snorkeling, or a relaxing day at the beach.

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5. Snake Island (El Nido)

Snake Island, officially known as Vigan Island, is a very popular beach destination located in El Nido, Palawan. The name of the island was informally changed by the locals to what it is called now because of its unique curve that resembles a snake.

The S-shaped sandbar here, which is approximately 3 KM long, serves as the connection of mainland Palawan to the islet. The small island, which is often included in an El Nido island hopping tour, is best visited during low tide when the unique, white sandbar is most walkable and visible.

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4. Onok Island (Balabac)

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Onok Island, located in the south of Palawan and part of the Balabac Group of Islands, is an unspoiled beach with broad, shallow, clear seas, a sand bar that appears during low tide, wild sea turtles and giant clams, a vibrant reef, and a water boardwalk. Aside from swimming and snorkeling, you can go freediving here and swim with sea turtles.

3. Hidden Beach (El Nido)

Concealed by towering limestone formations, the Hidden Beach looks like a natural infinity pool. As its name suggests, this beach can’t be seen from the open sea. There is an imposing cliff that seems to “guard” the place from the eyes of the world outside. To get there, you have to swim, with its waters starting to lower to knee-deep levels as you approach the beach. The rocks and coral can scratch you as you approach; you can try floating instead to minimize the chances.

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2. Malcapuya Beach (Coron)

Located just an hour from Coron town and Coron restaurants, Malcapuya Beach is one of Culion’s best beaches. It features a 1.5 KM stretch of pure white sand and has a great underwater spot with marine life and vibrant corals. The waters of this unspoiled beach remain shallow across varying distances, making it ideal for a long swim.

A vast coral bed with a diversity of marine life, including enormous clams and clownfish, may be found 100-meters out. Because of its popularity, Malcapuya Beach has become a top destination of Coron Palawan island hopping tours.

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1. Nacpan Beach (El Nido)

Nacpan Beach, located 17 KM north of the town of El Nido in Palawan, is a 4-km stretch of cream-colored sand, coconut palms, and aquamarine waters. Nacpan is one of two prominent twin beaches in the area, the other being Calitang Beach.

Travelers can swim, sunbathe, or relax on the beach on this popular El Nido, Palawan tourist spot. Additionally, visitors may also attempt to surf, kayak, and stand up paddleboard. There are snorkels, masks, and fins provided for individuals who want to explore the beautiful waters of Nacpan.

Unwind and Relax in the Best Beaches of Palawan

Palawan is one of the top places to visit in the Philippines for travelers looking for vacation packages for couples and all-inclusive philippines vacation packages. Since there are several best beaches in Palawan, you’ll have many choices for island hopping in the Philippines in this beautiful region, from El Nido to Puerto Princesa, Coron, and San Vicente. Have fun swimming, diving, and snorkeling in Palawan. Discover for yourself why travelers like this island province and why it is a top location for vacation in the Philippines.

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Puerto Princesa – Philippines: photos, airport, hotels, attractions, how to get there

Updated: December 01, 2018
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Puerto Princesa (Puerto Princesa, Puerto Princesa) is the capital of the island of Palawan. Located in the center of the eastern part of the island. The total area is 2381 sq. km. The local population is 255,000 people.

The city is named after Princess Eulalia de Bourbon, who founded it during the 1872 expedition. For several centuries it has been the center of trade and industry and the most developed in Palawan. It has all the infrastructure with large shopping centers, hotels, restaurants (including fast food – McDonald and Jollibee), bars, shops, ATMs, etc. There is even a small nightlife with clubs (probably the only place on the island).

Why go. Features of the city

The beaches within the city are not suitable for swimming, so this type of recreation is no longer available.

Usually, Puerto Princesa is used as a transit base for one night for the subsequent trip to the western resorts of Palawan, primarily in El Nido. And this is justified, because if you arrived in the afternoon, you will get to the resort very late, spending (in addition to the flight) another 4-5 hours on the bus. Therefore, it is easier to spend the night in the capital, and in the morning, fresh and vigorous, hit the road.

The city is also a starting point for sightseeing in the surrounding area, especially the Underground River. You can buy a tour at local travel agencies, or you can go there on your own from the San Jose bus station.

Puerto Princesa itself also has attractions: several temples, the Palawan Museum, a promenade with a park. You can see them in a couple of hours.

It makes no sense to stay here longer than a few days, there is nothing special to do. If there was no international airport here, then tourists would probably not stop by at all.

Puerto Princesa on the map of the Philippines

How to get to Puerto Princesa

Puerto Princesa Airport is located 2 km north of the city center (we showed it on the map above), where you can get from Russia, Ukraine and the CIS countries with transfer only. It is better to do this in Seoul or Taipei (Taiwan), because. from these cities there are direct flights to Palawan.

You can fly to Manila or Cebu, from where there are a dozen flights a day to Puerto Princesa. It also receives direct flights from Clark Luzon, Busuangi, Iloilo.

In general, look at different options and choose either by flight time or by price.

The airport is small, with only one terminal, where the arrival and departure area is located. There is a currency exchange, ATMs, you can buy a Philippine SIM card.

Cheap air tickets to Puerto Princesa

You can buy air tickets as profitably as possible with the help of special search engines that collect data from all airlines.

You can get from the airport to the city by tricycles, which stand next to the exit from the arrivals area. They usually charge 100 pesos.

If you don’t have luggage, you can walk to the city center in half an hour (before the old terminal was generally in the city center, but the new one was built a little to the north).

If you plan to go directly from the airport to El Nido, then in the high season you can wait for a minivan that goes there for 500 pesos per person. In the low season from June to October, they may not be, because. the tourist flow is small (or you will have to wait several hours for departure).

Alternatively, take a tricycle for 150 pesos to the San Jose bus station, from which buses and minivans depart almost every hour to El Nido. The bus fare is around 450 pesos.

To quickly and comfortably get from the airport to the hotel (no matter where it is – in Puerto Princesa or in resorts), you can take a taxi. Or rent a car online in advance for the entire stay in Palawan (we did not see car rental desks in the arrivals area).

Transport of Puerto Princesa

Jeepneys

Public transport is represented by jeepneys, which may look different, but all are united by one or two parallel benches for passengers.

They walk along the main streets of the city and in the suburbs. For tourists, only the route to the San Jose bus station is interesting (get off those jeepneys that say San Jose). The fare costs 13-15 pesos, depending on where you started from.

In the city center, where all the sights are concentrated, you can move around on foot.

Puerto Princesa Tricycles

These tricycles with a sidecar and a roof are a local taxi option (since there are no real air-conditioned cars with a meter).

The price is negotiable, for locals – one, for tourists – 2-3 times more expensive. Previously, it was possible to take them to the San Jose bus station for 60 pesos, now tourists are asked for at least 150 pesos.

San Jose Bus Station

This is the main bus station in Palawan. For tourists, it is interesting for those who leave buses and minivans to El Nido, Port Barton, San Vicente and Sabang.

You can get to the San Jose bus station by jeepney for 13-15 pesos, or by tricycle (10 times more expensive, but pay not per person, but for the entire vehicle).

It is even easier to get from the bus station back to the city. jeepneys are waiting for passengers right on it, drivers invite not only locals, but also tourists. That’s how we got there (paying 13 pesos to Rizal street).

The bus station is shown by us on the map above.

Things to do. Attractions

Puerto Princesa is the best place in Palawan for entertainment and nightlife. Nowhere else on the island you will find so many bars (there are also girls), restaurants and clubs. But we must understand that this is in comparison with the resorts of Palawan, where there is nothing at all. Here, at least somewhere you can go after sunset.

The capital is also the cheapest place for shopping, there are a couple of shopping centers with supermarkets. Halfway to the bus station is Robinson.

But Puerto Princesa is not rich in sights. The two main ones are on Rizal Street – the Palawan Museum and the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, built in 1872.

12:00 to 13:30. Here you can get acquainted with the history of the island, from prehistoric times to the present, there are various artifacts of the past.

Entrance for foreigners – 60 pesos.

Next to the museum is a small Mendoza Park with a statue, which was built in honor of the resistance fighters against the Japanese occupation.

You can also visit the city park on the waterfront.

In the vicinity of the capital there are a butterfly farm, a crocodile farm, Tabon caves.

Beaches in Puerto Princesa

Nobody swims in the city. On the west coast there is a port in general, and next to it is an embankment.

To swim, you will have to rent a motorbike (by the way, rental is almost not developed) and drive around the surroundings. The nearest beaches of Puerto Princesa are half an hour away: Pristine Beach and BM Beach.

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The climate of Puerto Princesa

The climate of Puerto Princesa is tropical. The best time for a trip is from November to mid-March, when it is most comfortable – during the day + 28 … + 30, at night + 23 … + 25 degrees. In April and May it is 4-6 degrees hotter. Precipitation is rare.

The rainy season lasts from June to the end of October, peaking in the summer months. The temperature during the day is about +32 degrees, at night it is 5-6 degrees cooler.

Hotels in Puerto Princesa

In Puerto Princesa, all hotels are of urban type and are buildings of various heights, usually 2-4 storey.

Quite a lot of 4-star hotels, although the middle class is more represented – 2 and 3 stars.

If you want to see the sights of the capital, it is better to settle in the city. But if you just want to live in silence and in nature, then it is better to choose options in the vicinity. It doesn’t make sense to stop near the San Jose bus station (to go to the resorts of Palawan in the morning) – although there are several hotels there, you can always drive inexpensively from the city to the bus station by jeepney in 15 minutes.