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Availability : Jan 1’ - Dec 30’

Philippines

Palawan Philippines

Min Age : 4+

Max People : 35

Dugong Watching Coron: A Unique Marine Adventure

If you want an experience that will stay in your memory for a lifetime, dugong watching in Coron has to be your next adventure. This tour in the beautiful waters of Palawan allows you to interact with one of the most gentle marine creatures in the wild. It is truly a one-of-their-kind opportunity for any adventurer and nature lover. Do not overlook this experience.

Why Choose Dugong Watching in Coron?

Coron is a sanctuary that protects the dugongs, also known as sea cows. It is one of the few spots in the Philippines where you can come so close to them. Through dugong watching Coron excursions, you have the chance to swim alongside these wonderful beings in a safe and non-harmful manner.

Apart from that, you will witness a thriving reef and brilliantly colored marine life. This visit will turn into a snorkeling and freediving in Coron paradise.

What to Expect on Your Tour

The journey begins at Aban-Aban Beach and continues to Dugong Point. This is one of the best places in El Nido for dugong encounters.

During the tour, you can enjoy different marine activities. These include snorkeling, freediving, and observing the area’s rich biodiversity. Certified guides will ensure your experience is safe and educational. They will also protect the dugongs’ natural environment.

Highlights of the Dugong Watching Coron Tour

Close Dugong Encounters: Meet dugongs face to face in their natural surroundings.
Freediving in Coron: Perfect for underwater lovers.
Unspoiled Marine Life: Watch coral reefs, tropical fish, and other sea creatures.
Eco-Friendly Experience: Sustainable practices help protect the ocean and its creatures.

Best Time for Dugong Watching Coron

The best time to experience dugong watching in Coron is during the dry season. The sea is calm at that time, usually from November to May.

Snorkeling and freediving in Coron are most pleasant during this season. The water conditions allow excellent views of the ocean.

Who Can Join This Tour?

This activity is suitable for:

✔ People who travel alone and want a unique experience.
✔ Couples looking for a romantic and nature-filled experience.
✔ Groups or families who love the marine world and outdoor activities.

Start Your Dugong Watching Coron Tour Now!

Coron is one of the most interesting places in the world for an extraordinary marine adventure. A magical experience awaits you with dugong watching in Coron. Reserve your slot today and create a memory that lasts a lifetime.

Departure & Return Location

Palawan Philippines

Price Includes

Private van and boat transfer
Certified freediver guide
Safety diver
Lunch and light snacks
All entrance fees
First aid kit
Photographer or Videographer*Availability of rental cameras is subject to prior arrangement and may incur additional charges.

Itinerary

Day 1Tour Activity

Location: Aban-Aban Beach, Dugong Point, El Nido, Palawan
Tour Duration: 1 day (6 AM Pickup, 5 PM Drop Off)
Activities: Dugong watching, snorkeling, and island exploration
Expert Guides: Professional guides providing insights on marine life and conservation efforts

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Frequently asked questions.

How to arrive in Coron, Palawan?

Coron is well connected both by air and by sea transportation.

By plane we have direct flights from Manila NAIA, form Clark International, from Cebu International Airport and from El Nido private airport. The name of our airport is Busuanga Jose Reyes Airport and the code USU. Different airlines serving our island are Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, Sunlight Air and Swift Air (this one from and to El Nido only). Please book well in advance because sometimes gets fully booked or prices go up for last minute reservations. Also, notice that once arriving, immediately after the arrivals gate you will find a van service for joiners that will take you to your hotel for just 250php.

By boat we have ferry services mainly from Manila and from El Nido. From our capital city the main providers are 2Go Shipping lines and Atienza shipping lines, their ferries depart once a week and take around 22 hours of sailing. From El Nido we have several fast boats providing the service, sailing time around 4,40 hours and companies servicing are Montenegro, Atienza, Jomalia and Phimal shipping lines. They all have their own websites and do allow reservations.

Also there are shipping connections to San Jose in Mindoro, Cuyo, Cullion and Puerto Princesa, but these are not common needs for the standard traveler or tourists, non the less, if you need any info related to the subject our advisors will be happy to help.

How to contact us and to make a reservation?

Our name is Islas Paraiso and we are a website and a travel agency specialized in early bookings and reservations for international tourists to the Coron area.

Our travel services include bookings for Coron-El Nido Expeditions, reservation for Island hopping tours both with private boat or in a joiners group, and we could process hotel reservations or car hiring with and without driver. Also we could advice you in best dive centers in town and the optimal itineraries for your diving preferences. Please to get a quote you could contact us in this very website by pressing the option “message us” or by sending an email to this address: admin@islasparaisoexpedition.com. Also our WhatsApp number its: +1-415-937-4283

Best Hotels / Hostels in and around Coron town?

In Coron we have a wide range and variety of options for your hotel stay. Both for the vibrant community of young backpackers and divers, but also for those customers expecting a little bit more of comfort and exclusivity.

Hotels and resorts:

Corto del Mar, Two Seasons hotel, Funny Lion, Tag Resort, West Town Resort.

We have chosen the order shown in this list according their location, so the first hotel in this list will be the closest to the city center and so on. Please notice that whilst the city center would give you some comfort when you feel like strolling around or shopping in the neighborhood, also might be a bit noisier because of the traffic or the chicken roosters that you will see everywhere in your trip to the Philippines. We suggest to have a good look at their information page and customer’s feedback to make sure you are booking what you need according your preferences.

Alternatively, you could talk to one of our advisors, they will be happy to help with your booking, at no extra cost. And we are local people, so totally familiar with each location advantages and weakest points.

Hostels and lodges:

Bam Bam hostel, Bakawan hostel, Dayon hostel, Outpost hostel, Hop hostel.

Again, this list starts with the locations in or near the city center, so each place would have advantages and maybe some inconvenient. Although we don’t book for hostels, we will still be happy to advice you and to proceed to book complimentary services like island hopping tours, expeditions tours or diving experiences.

General information about Coron restaurants and nightlife?

Coron is definitely a vibrant city, so there is no shortage of places to eat well and to have a drink afterwards. Many of the hotels and hostels have beautiful places for a drink around their pool or in their roof with an attractive view. Non the less, for those travelers that feel like adventuring outside and mixing with the locals and other travelers, these are our preferences:

Restaurants:

Bam bar complex: it’s a central patio with live music and several bars and restaurants around it. In the Brew House you will have not only locally made beer of the best quality, but also excellent food like pork schnitzel, In the Santino restaurant you will find excellent ribs, in the Chowline really good pizzas and burguers, and in the Amihan restaurant a good selection or French cuisine.

Not far from this place you will find an excellent restaurant named Pacifico, with aircon, international gastronomy, biggest and best burgers we have ever seen with beef imported from Australia. We also have Gran Italia for best quality pizzas and lasagna, also with a really good wine selection. Another restaurant worth a visit it’s the Castizo, with Spanish food and probably one of the best gazpacho and croquetas we have ever tasted. Another good restaurant it’s the Lobster King, but it might get a bit crowded sometimes, also being outside the city center could be an issue for easiness of access. For Filipino gastronomy we suggest Umami Kusina restaurant. Easy access, comfortable place and superb adobo or caldereta and a really good hot pork sizzling.

Nightlife:

A good place to start the night out could be a rooftop bar with great views like Levines restaurant, Hop hostel or Sky Lodge resort. Or maybe a good bar with live music like Island Boy Grill or the Bam Bar we mentioned before, and has the advantage of being located in Real Street where most of the bars and bistros are located. For after dinner drinks we might suggest Kuridas bar (where you could get also a tattoo). No Name bar it’s also a local classic drinking spot for those undecided on where to go, and for those looking for a drink with company probably Yukis bar would be a really good choice. Cheers!!

Tourist activities and alternatives to enjoy the environment and the sea?

Coron town it’s a tourist hub with lots of options to have fun and to experience and admire the coral reef and the amazing beaches or even the jungle around us. This is a little list on the number of activities that can be done in coordination with the local tour agencies and the nearby hotels. Please contact us if you need any special advice in any of these, we are always happy to help:

Island hopping tours (Coron Ultimate, Island Escapade, Reef and Wrecks)
Expedition tours from Coron to El Nido (3days – 5 days)
Scuba Diving or DSD (discover scuba) experience
Live aboard diving experience to Apo Reef (3 or 4 days)
Massage
Freediving courses in Barracuda lake
Bird watching tours
Kayak tours
Firefly night tours
Dugong tours for snorkeling or diving
Calauit tours (giraffe and zebras)
Maquinit hot springs

Other possibilities:

Gunfire shooting range
Electric bike guided tours
Massage
Underwater pictures or drone videos
Tattoo
Car rental o motorbike rental

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Grace

Family Traveller

Our children accompanied us to the dugong watching Coron trip, and it turned out to be an unforgettable family adventure. The whole event was safe, enjoyable, and very instructive. The dugongs were lovely, and the reefs were incredibly beautiful!

April 5, 2025

Kim

Group Traveller

Our group took a dugong watching Coron tour and we had a fantastic day! We came across a number of dugongs and went freediving in Coron as well. The whole thing was perfectly organized and it will stay in our memories forever.

March 19, 2025

Joel

Solo Traveller

I was on my own and decided to take the dugong watching Coron tour, and it turned out to be the best decision of my trip! The guides were super friendly, and the encounter with dugongs was simply magical. I highly recommend this tour!

March 3, 2025

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