Linapacan Islands (Araw Beach)
About
The quiet islands between El Nido and Coron! Linapacan is a whole town of small islands with fine white sand, and its water is so clear it has landed on lists of the clearest seas in the world. Creators rank Araw Beach among the best beaches in all of Palawan, yet you will share it with only a few other boats. There are no big resorts and no ATMs here, so it is pure island life: camp on a beach, snorkel over the reefs and hop between empty islands. It takes effort to get here, which is exactly why it still feels so empty!
Go before 7 AM today. Rain likely after.
Skip swimming and trails during thunderstorms.
- 2 to 3 daysTime to spend
- Dry season, roughly December to May, when the sea is calm enough for long boat rides.Best time to go
- variesEntrance and budget
- Van, plus a boatNo car needed
What to do here
- Swim at Araw Beach
- Snorkel over clear reefs
- Camp on a quiet island beach
- Join an El Nido to Coron expedition
Know before you go
Boat rides are long and in open sea; ride only with operators who carry life vests, and skip trips during gale warnings or storm signals.
Facilities are basic and there are no ATMs; bring cash, water, medicine and a power bank.
Plan extra days in case rough seas cancel boats, especially outside the December to May dry season.
Boat transfers and island hopping are paid per boat and vary by group size and route; arrange them ahead with a local operator. Bring enough cash: there are no ATMs in Linapacan.
Linapacan is a whole town of small islands with fine white sand, and its water is so clear it has landed on lists of the clearest seas in the world.
Where it is
Linapacan, Palawan (between El Nido and Coron; boats only)
No car neededBoats only. From Puerto Princesa, ride a van about 5 hours to Barangay San Fernando in El Nido, then a boat of around 3 hours to San Miguel, Linapacan. You can also charter a boat from Coron, or join a multi-day El Nido to Coron island expedition that stops at Linapacan.
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FAQ
How do I get to Linapacan?
Only by boat: from San Fernando in El Nido (about 3 hours), from Coron, or on a multi-day El Nido to Coron expedition.
Is there an ATM?
No. Bring enough cash for boats, food and your stay.
Where do I stay?
There are a few small beach resorts and campsites; book ahead, since not every resort allows camping.