Family Friendly Places in Coron

GalaTayo PickNo car neededCoron IslandKayangan Lake1–2 hrs·₱1,500/head

Coron's signature shot, and a lake often called the cleanest in the Philippines! From the boat dock, climb the steep steps and pause at the famous viewpoint over the cove for that postcard photo, then head down to a crystal-clear lake ringed by limestone cliffs. The water is so clear you can see the rock formations below while floating. Kayangan is protected by the indigenous Tagbanua, so follow their rules. Life vests are required. Go early in the dry season to beat the tour-boat rush.

GalaTayo PickMalcapuya IslandMalcapuya Island (Coron Island Escapade)Whole day·₱1,800/head

White sand worthy of Boracay, minus the crowds! The Coron Island Escapade tour trades lakes and lagoons for pure beach days: Malcapuya Island's powdery white sand and clear water, plus Banana Island and the Bulog Dos sandbar, a long boat ride from Coron town. Swim, snorkel, relax under the trees and eat a grilled lunch on the sand. Less cliff drama, more classic Palawan postcard, great for families and friends who want to beach all day. Go on a calm day between March and May, when the sea is glassy.

GalaTayo PickCoron BaySiete Pecados Marine Park1 hr·₱200/head

Coron's easiest and most colorful snorkel spot, just minutes from town! Siete Pecados is a cluster of seven small islets in Coron Bay, and its protected reefs won a 2024 Blue Park Award: shallow coral gardens, schools of fish and sometimes sea turtles right below the surface. Most Coron tours include it, or you can visit on a short private boat trip. A small marine park fee applies. Come in the morning during the dry season, November to May.

TagumpayMaquinit Hot Spring1–2 hrs·₱200/head

A hot spring right by the sea! At Maquinit, warm spring water flows through stone pools that step down toward the sea and the mangroves. The hottest pools are at the top and get cooler as the water flows down, so you can pick your level of warm. It's the perfect treat for legs tired from Mt. Tapyas or a long day of island hopping. Facilities are simple, and that's part of the charm. Go after dark, when the air is cool, the stars are out and the warm water feels best.

Coron IslandBanol Beach1 to 2 hrs

Coron's dreamiest lunch stop! Banol is a small white-sand cove tucked under the sheer black limestone cliffs of Coron Island, with water so clear and turquoise it looks unreal. Island-hopping boats pull up here for a long seafood lunch in the bamboo cottages, a swim in the shallows and a snorkel along the rocks. It's the perfect break between Kayangan Lake and Twin Lagoon!

Coron BayCYC Beach (Coron Youth Club Island)1 to 2 hrs

Coron's easy little island escape! CYC, short for Coron Youth Club, is a tiny tree-covered islet just a short boat ride from town, with a strip of white sand, mangroves and calm, glassy water. Wade out a few meters and you're floating over a coral garden full of reef fish. It's a classic stop on Coron's island-hopping days, perfect for a swim and a picnic between the big lagoons!