Tour overview

Coron is best known for world-class World War II-era wreck diving, the island also offers limestone karst landscapes, beautiful beaches, crystal-clear freshwater lakes, and shallow-water coral reefs.

Coron is a separate group of islands from the main Palawan island. All of the islands here are part of the Calamian Archipelago in Northern Palawan. Often compared to El Nido, a popular Palawan destination, Coron has a unique charm of its own.

While El Nido is popular with couples and honeymooners and beach lovers, Coron is a bit more laid-back and is suitable for family vacations and diving adventures.

Coron’s town proper is smaller and quieter than El Nido’s. However, you’ll find a lot of amazing things to do here within the surrounding islands and waters and on the main island.

You can hop on a boat and head to the stunning islands for quality snorkeling, scuba or wreck diving, and beach camping. You can also hike up a mountain for a stunning sunset or dip in a hot spring.

There are a handful of established package tours, where visitors can quickly join up with other travelers to see some of Coron’s top tourist spots. These tours are mostly inclusive of pickup and drop-off at downtown Coron, lunch, and boat transfers for a convenient and hassle-free island-hopping trip.

Best Time to Go to Coron

There are two main seasons in Coron. First is the dry season which happens from November to May. Second is the rainy season which occurs from July to September.

A good thing about the weather in Coron is that it has a stable tropical climate, which makes it an excellent place to go to during the summer season.

Dry and Summer Season | November to May

If you’re going to visit Coron with its gorgeous beaches in mind, go during the dry season. You’ll be able to enjoy water activities such as snorkeling and diving without the added hassle of getting the activity canceled due to unforeseen weather conditions.

Visiting during the summer season is also best if you plan to do some sightseeing in Coron Town. Most tourist spots are open for the public and accommodate big groups for private tours.

Climate and Weather

Coron’shas tropical weather. It’s relatively sunny if you plan to visit during the summer, with less chance of unexpected rainfall and thunderstorms. The warmest months are from March to May, while the month with the chilliest weather is in October.

The average temperature during the warmest months falls around 29°C. Meanwhile, the average temperature during the months with chilly weather falls around 22-23°C.

Source: https://guidetothephilippines.ph/articles/ultimate-guides/coron-palawan-travel-guide