Coron is located on Busuanga, the largest island in the Calamian Group, a cluster of islands lying off the northern part of the Palawan Province, the Philippines western-most region. With unspoiled nature, this perfect slice of heaven offers many attractions and breathtaking landscapes, from crystal-blue lagoons to spectacular limestone cliffs, and has become a premier destination for paradise-seekers and scuba divers.

On September 24, 1944, the US forces launched a surprise aerial attack on Japanese war and supply ships that were stationed within the secluded waters of Coron Bay. Several large vessels were sunk during this epic battle. With 11 significant WWII shipwrecks within divable depths, Coron has developed a well deserved reputation as one of the world’s capitals for wreck diving.

Our partnering resorts are located on the neighboring islands of Sangat and Chindonan, just minutes away from most wrecks. The land and sea transfer from Busuanga airport takes about one hour.

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• rental equipment: Scubapro regulators, Scubapro and Aqualung BCDs, Cressi wetsuits and dive computers
• 12 (single and twin) and 15 liter aluminum tanks, both INT and DIN cylinder valves, tanks, weights and weight belts are provided
• Night dives possible every night, torches can be rented
• Nitrox available, up to 40% Oxygen

• logbook - dive certification cards
• medical clearance for scuba diving from a physician, issued within the last 12 months
• evidence of repatriation insurance

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From Manila, fly directly to Busuanga airport where our local partner will be waiting for you. From there, it takes less than one hour to reach your resort.

Although we recommend you carefully compare airfares, Cebu Pacific's airfares are usually competitive. The information provided below is non exhaustive and for information purpose only. For more details, please visit www.cebupacificair.com

From Shanghai: overnight flights to Manila

From Beijing:  overnight flights to Manila

From Guangzhou: overnight flights to Manila

From Hong Kong: direct overnight flights to Manila

From Macau: direct overnight flights to Manila

From Singapore: direct overnight flights to Manila

From Osaka (Kansai): evening flights to Manila

From Kuala Lumpur: overnight flights to Manila

From Taipei: overnight flights to Manila

From Saigon: overnight flights to Manila

From Jakarta: overnight flights to Manila

From Seoul/Incheon: direct overnight flights to Manila

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The Philippines has a long history combining Asian, European, and American influences. Before the arrival of Ferdinand Magellan in 1521, and the Spanish colonization which began in 1565 with the first permanent settlement of Spaniards on the island of Cebu, the Filipinos had a rich culture and were trading with the Chinese, the Indians, and the Japanese. During the Spanish period, numerous towns were founded, infrastructures built, new crops and livestocks introduced, and trade flourished. Spanish missionaries converted most of the population to Christianity and founded schools, universities and hospitals across the islands. In 1898, after 350 years and 300 rebellions, the Filipinos succeeded in winning their independence. However, the Treaty of Paris, at the end of the Spanish-American War, transferred control of the Philippines to the United States, making the country the first and only colony of the United States. The treaty was not recognized by the Philippine Government, which proclaimed a declaration of war against the United States. Following the Philippine-American War, officially won by the United States in 1902, the United States brought widespread education to the islands. Filipinos fought alongside Americans during World War II, particularly at the famous battle of Bataan and Corregidor which delayed Japanese advance and saved Australia. They then waged a guerilla war against the Japanese from 1941 to 1945. The Philippines regained its independence in 1946. Filipinos are a freedom-loving people, having waged two peaceful, bloodless revolutions in 1972 and 1986 against what were perceived as corrupt regimes. The country is now a vibrant democracy, as evidenced by 12 English national newspapers, 7 national television stations, hundreds of cable TV stations, and approximately 2,000 radio stations.

The Filipino is of Malay stock with a sprinkling of Chinese, American, Spanish, and Arab blood. From a long history of Western colonial rules, interspersed with the visits of merchants and traders, evolved a people of a unique blend and the Filipino character is a mix of all these influences put together. The bayanihan or spirit of kindship and camaraderie that Filipinos are famous for is said to be taken from Malay forefathers. The close family relations are said to have been inherited from the Chinese. The piousness comes from the Spaniards. Filipinos are probably one of the few, if not the only, English-proficient Oriental people today.

The Filipinos are divided geographically and culturally into regions, and each regional group is recognizable by distinct traits and dialects. Tribal communities can be found scattered across the archipelago, where more than 111 dialects are spoken. The Spaniards converted the overwhelming majority of Filipinos to Christianity. The Muslim community represents approximately 15% of the population and can be found primarily in Mindanao. The rest of the population is made up mostly of smaller Christian denominations and Buddhists.

Filipinos are out for fun where-ever possible. Throughout the islands, there are fiestas celebrated everyday and foreign guests are always welcome to their homes. Hospitality, a common denominator in the Filipino character, makes them legendary in Southeast Asia. Perhaps due to their long association with Spain, Filipinos are emotional and passionate about life in a way that seems more Latin than Asian.

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