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Coron
THE QUICK VERDICT
Choose Coron if You want recreational-depth WWII wreck diving paired with the Philippines' most photogenic limestone lagoons, in a smaller, slower town than El Nido..
- Best for
- WWII Japanese wreck dives, Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon swim-through, Barracuda Lake thermocline
- Best months
- Apr–Jun · Sep–Nov
- Budget anchor
- $90/day mid-range
- Worth a look
- twelve sunken Imperial Japanese Navy ships are accessible to any open-water diver
The northern tip of Palawan and the world capital of recreational wreck diving — twelve Imperial Japanese Navy vessels sunk by US carrier planes on 24 September 1944 lie between 10 and 40 metres in Coron Bay, accessible to anyone with an open-water certification. Above the waterline, the Tagbanwa-owned island of Coron itself walls in jade-water lagoons fringed by 200-metre limestone karsts: Kayangan Lake (often called the cleanest lake in the Philippines), Twin Lagoon's swim-through opening, the 38-metre fresh-and-saltwater pool of Barracuda Lake. Reach: a 1-hour AirSwift, Cebgo or Philippines AirAsia flight from Manila MNL into Busuanga (USU).
Tours & Experiences
Bookable tours, activities, and day trips in Coron
Where to Stay
Compare hotels and rentals in Coron
📍 Points of Interest
At a Glance
- Pop.
- 65K (Coron municipality) / 11K (town proper)
- Timezone
- Manila
- Dial
- +63
- Emergency
- 911
Coron sits at the northern tip of Palawan in the Calamian island group — the town itself (Coron town, 11,000 people) is on Busuanga island; the more famous limestone karst island called Coron is 30 minutes south by bangka and is owned by the Tagbanwa indigenous community
Twelve Imperial Japanese Navy vessels were sunk in Coron Bay on 24 September 1944 by US Navy carrier-launched bomber strikes from USS Enterprise and USS Lexington — the wrecks now lie 10-40 metres deep, making this the world capital of recreational-depth wreck diving
The flight from Manila to Busuanga (USU) Francisco B Reyes Airport takes 1 hour with AirSwift, Cebgo and Philippines AirAsia — an enormous improvement over the 14-hour ferry from Manila or 8-hour ferry from El Nido. There is no direct flight from Cebu
Kayangan Lake on Coron Island is reached by a steep 10-minute climb up a wooden staircase carved into the limestone — locals call it the cleanest lake in the Philippines, and the Tagbanwa community charges PHP 300 entry that funds environmental management of the lake
Barracuda Lake is unique geologically — a freshwater layer on top of a saltwater layer with a thermocline at 14 m where water temperature jumps from 28°C to 38°C; popular for technical training dives down to 38 metres
The Calamian island group has its own Tagbanwa indigenous heritage — Coron Island has been entirely owned by the Tagbanwa Foundation since 1998 (one of the first ancestral domain titles granted in the Philippines) and most of the lakes and lagoons charge community-managed entry fees
Top Sights
Kayangan Lake
📌Often called the cleanest lake in the Philippines — a saltwater-freshwater mix surrounded by 100 m limestone karsts, reached from the bangka by a 10-minute climb up a wooden staircase past a viewpoint overlooking Kayangan Bay (the iconic Coron postcard shot). Tagbanwa entry fee PHP 300. Swimming and snorkelling allowed; no diving.
Twin Lagoon
📌A double lagoon connected by a low rock arch you swim under (or duck through at high tide) into the inner lagoon — vertical limestone walls drop straight into 18 m of jade water. Bring a kayak or a swim noodle. PHP 200 Tagbanwa entry.
Barracuda Lake
📌A famous technical-dive site — a freshwater lake on top of a saltwater layer with a thermocline at 14 m where the water jumps from 28°C to 38°C. Resident barracuda visible from the surface. Reached by a short scramble over jagged limestone (water shoes essential). PHP 200 entry.
WWII Japanese wrecks (Irako, Akitsushima, Olympia Maru, Okikawa Maru)
🌳Twelve Imperial Japanese Navy vessels sunk by US carrier strikes on 24 September 1944 — depths range from 10 m (Lusong Gunboat penetrable for snorkellers) to 40 m (Akitsushima seaplane tender for advanced divers). The Irako refrigeration ship (35 m) is the most-dived; Olympia Maru and Okikawa Maru are good for open-water certified beginners.
Mount Tapyas viewpoint
📌724 steps to a 210-metre cross-topped viewpoint above Coron town with a panorama of Coron Bay, Coron Island's karsts, and the Calamian island chain stretching south. Sunset is the moment; the climb takes 30 minutes. PHP 50 entry. The lit cross is visible from town all night.
Maquinit Hot Springs
📌A pair of natural saltwater hot springs (38-40°C) in mangrove swampland 15 minutes east of Coron town — heated by a nearby volcanic vent. PHP 200 entry. Best after sunset when the water cools and the bats begin emerging from the surrounding mangroves.
Malcapuya Island
🏖️A long white-sand beach on a small private island 1 hour south of Coron town by bangka — typically combined with Banana Island and Bulog Dos as the "Southern Tour" option. PHP 250 entry. Less crowded than the Coron Island lagoons; good for a beach day.
Calauit Safari Park
🌳A 4-hour boat-and-jeep trip north to Calauit island where giraffes, zebras and other African animals were brought from Kenya in the 1970s by the Marcos regime. Animals roam free; you tour by jeep with a guide. Most travellers add Calauit as a 1-2 day extension to a Coron base.
Off the Beaten Path
Lobster King
A no-frills concrete-floor seafood warung at the edge of Coron town where you pick a live lobster (or grouper, snapper, or king crab) from the saltwater tank and the kitchen grills it over coconut husks with garlic-butter or sweet-chili sauce. PHP 1,200-2,200 per kilo lobster.
Half the price of the boutique waterfront hotels, twice the freshness. The owner Eric remembers diver groups by name and brings a free chicken adobo to the table for waiting customers.
Altrove Cucina Italiana
An unexpected Italian-Filipino restaurant on a dirt road in Coron town run by a Sicilian who married a Filipina — wood-fired pizza using imported San Marzano tomatoes, fresh-made tagliatelle, and the only acceptable espresso in town. PHP 350-650 per main.
After 5 days of grilled fish and adobo, this is the diver-recovery dinner. The Sicilian owner sources buffalo mozzarella from a Filipino dairy in Bukidnon.
Sangat Island Resort beach bar
An hour by bangka from Coron town, the resort beach bar at Sangat Island sits directly above the Olympia Maru wreck — divers can roll off the dock, do a 25-minute wreck dive, and surface back at the bar for a cold San Miguel. PHP 200 day-use fee waived if you dive or eat lunch.
The only place in Coron where you can dive a major WWII wreck from a sunbed without a boat trip. Lunch is whole grilled lapu-lapu (grouper) for PHP 800.
Pasalubong Center (Coron town)
A small two-storey co-operative shop on the main road selling local Tagbanwa handicrafts, Calamian cashew nuts, dried mangoes, salted egg products, and the famous Cuyonon-style suka pinakurat (vinegar with chili and ginger). PHP 100-400 per item.
Direct community pricing — the cooperative ensures the Tagbanwa sellers get 70% of the retail price rather than the 30-40% they get from Manila distributors. The vinegar is the souvenir Manila Filipinos beg you to bring home.
Climate & Best Time to Go
Coron has a tropical climate with two distinct seasons — dry from December to May (locally called amihan, the northeast monsoon) and wet from June to November (habagat, the southwest monsoon and typhoon season). Temperatures stay warm year-round (26-32°C). Coron Bay is partly sheltered from the worst typhoons but storm surge can disrupt boat operations.
Dry Season Peak
December - April75-90°F
24-32°C
Calm seas, low rainfall, dive visibility 25-30 m, reliable lagoon access. December-January is peak with prices up 30-40% — Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year all hit. February-April is the sweet spot for combined diving and beaches.
Late Dry / Pre-Habagat
May - early June79-91°F
26-33°C
Hottest months of the year (sea temperature 30°C). Still mostly dry but humidity climbs and the first habagat squalls appear by mid-June. Lagoon access reliable; some afternoon storms.
Habagat Wet Season
July - October77-88°F
25-31°C
Heavy rains and typhoon season — Coron Bay is partly sheltered but typhoon tracks across the Philippines can suspend all bangka traffic for 1-3 days. Dive visibility drops to 15-20 m. Some operators close for September-October entirely.
Tail of Wet
November77-88°F
25-31°C
Transitional month — still some typhoon risk early in the month but conditions improve rapidly. Lagoon access usually restored. Lower prices and fewer crowds than the December-April peak.
Best Time to Visit
November to May is the dry season and the best window — calm seas, dive visibility 25-30 m, reliable lagoon access. February-April is the sweet spot. December-January is peak with Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year all hitting and prices up 30-40%.
Peak Dry (December - February)
Crowds: HighThe best weather of the year — calm seas, dry skies, peak dive visibility. But peak prices, full resorts and crowded Coron Island lagoons. Christmas-New Year week is the most expensive time of the year.
Pros
- + Best weather and dive visibility
- + Calm seas for comfortable bangka transfers
- + All lagoons fully accessible
- + Festive Christmas and New Year atmosphere
Cons
- − Hotel prices up 30-40%
- − Coron Island lagoons crowded by 10:00
- − Need to book 2-3 months ahead for Christmas week
- − Cooler evenings (down to 24°C)
Dry Sweet Spot (March - May)
Crowds: ModerateThe same dry weather as peak with 20-30% lower prices, fewer crowds and warmer water. The hottest months mean the lagoons feel even more inviting. Best balance of conditions and value.
Pros
- + Same dry weather as peak at lower prices
- + Quieter Coron Island lagoons
- + Easier resort bookings
- + Warmest sea temperatures (30°C)
Cons
- − Hot midday temperatures (32-33°C)
- − Higher humidity in May
- − Some afternoon thunderstorms by mid-May
Habagat Wet (June - October)
Crowds: LowHeavy rains and typhoon season. Coron Bay is partly sheltered but typhoon tracks can suspend bangka traffic for 1-3 days. Dive visibility drops to 15-20 m. Some operators close for September-October.
Pros
- + Lowest prices of the year (40-50% off peak)
- + Almost no other tourists
- + Lush green countryside
- + Dive operators very flexible with itineraries
Cons
- − Typhoon risk (PAGASA tracks)
- − Some bangka days lost to rough seas
- − Lower dive visibility
- − Some operators closed September-October
Tail End (November)
Crowds: Low to moderateTransitional month — typhoon risk early in the month but conditions improve rapidly. Lagoon access usually restored by mid-November. Lower prices and fewer crowds than the December-February peak.
Pros
- + Improving weather without peak prices
- + Lush green countryside post-monsoon
- + Easy resort bookings
Cons
- − Some lingering typhoon risk early in the month
- − Sea conditions still building
- − Some operators just reopening
🎉 Festivals & Events
Coron Town Fiesta
August 28The annual fiesta of Coron town honouring patron saint Saint Augustine — week-long parades, drum and bugle competitions, beauty pageants, and the climactic procession of the saint statue through the streets on the eve of August 28.
Sinabukin Festival
NovemberThe Coron-wide cultural festival featuring Tagbanwa indigenous dance performances, lagoon canoe races, and a coastal cleanup that visitors are welcome to join.
Bangka Festival
MayA water-based festival showcasing the traditional outrigger bangka boats — colourful boat parade in Coron Bay, fishing demonstrations and a beach picnic at Maquinit.
Christmas at Mount Tapyas
December 24-25The 30 m Mount Tapyas cross is illuminated for the entire Christmas season; midnight mass at the summit on Christmas Eve is a unique local tradition.
Safety Breakdown
Moderate
out of 100
Coron is one of the safer parts of the Philippines for tourists — a small town in a remote province with very low crime, a heavy police presence around Mount Tapyas and the harbour, and friendly Tagbanwa community-stewarded sites. Real risks are bangka safety on the day tours, dive incidents at the deeper wrecks, and limestone scrambles at Barracuda and Twin Lagoon.
Things to Know
- •Bangka safety — only book day tours with operators that have life jackets for every passenger and at least one boat hand who can swim to assist. Rough seas can swamp smaller bangkas
- •Dive within your certification — open-water 18 m divers should not attempt the 35 m Akitsushima or 38 m Tangat wrecks; reputable operators check logbooks before deep wreck dives
- •Limestone karsts are razor-sharp — wear water shoes at Twin Lagoon, Kayangan Lake and Barracuda Lake; coral cuts get infected fast in tropical water
- •Typhoon awareness — track PAGASA alerts (bagong.pagasa.dost.gov.ph) before booking July-October trips; insurance with typhoon-cancellation coverage is worth the cost
- •Tap water is not potable — drink bottled or filtered water; ice in dive resorts is safe (made from filtered water)
- •Carry sufficient PHP cash — the only ATM in Coron town that reliably accepts foreign cards is Land Bank on Real Street, and it can be out of cash on weekends
Natural Hazards
Emergency Numbers
General Emergency
911
Tourist Police (Coron)
+63 917 6303478
Coron Bay Coast Guard
+63 998 5851111
Philippine Coast Guard (national)
+63 2 8527 8481
Coron District Hospital
+63 48 7239912
Recompression Chamber (Manila SDP)
+63 2 8723 0301
Costs & Currency
Where the money goes
USD per dayBackpacker = hostel dorm + street food + public transit. Mid-range = 3-star hotel + neighbourhood restaurants + transit cards. Luxury = 4/5-star + fine dining + taxis. How we calibrate these numbers →
Quick cost estimate
Customize per category →Estimates based on regional averages. Flight prices vary by season and airline.
budget
$30-50
Hostel or backpacker guesthouse, carinderia meals, joined bangka day tours, tricycle for in-town
mid-range
$70-130
Boutique hotel, mix of carinderias and waterfront restaurants, dive day trips, private bangka for groups
luxury
$280+
Two Seasons / Sangat Island / El Rio y Mar resort, fine dining, private bangka and dive guides, helicopter Coron-Manila transfer
Typical Costs
| Item | Local | USD |
|---|---|---|
| AccommodationHostel dorm bed | PHP 600-1,200 | $11-22 |
| AccommodationMid-range hotel (double, AC) | PHP 2,500-5,500 | $45-100 |
| AccommodationTwo Seasons or Sangat Island resort | PHP 12,000-28,000 | $215-500 per night |
| FoodCarinderia rice meal | PHP 100-180 | $1.80-3.20 |
| FoodWhole grilled fish dinner | PHP 400-900 | $7-16 |
| FoodSan Miguel beer (bottle) | PHP 70-120 | $1.25-2.15 |
| FoodWood-fired pizza (Altrove) | PHP 350-650 | $6-12 |
| TransportTricycle in-town | PHP 50-150 | $0.90-2.70 |
| TransportAirport van transfer (joined) | PHP 250-350 | $4.50-6.30 |
| ActivitiesJoined day tour (Coron Island lagoons) | PHP 1,200-1,800 | $22-32 |
| ActivitiesSingle fun dive (wreck) | PHP 2,500-4,500 | $45-80 |
| ActivitiesOpen Water PADI course (3 days) | PHP 18,000-25,000 | $320-450 |
| ActivitiesMount Tapyas entry | PHP 50 | $0.90 |
| ActivitiesTagbanwa lagoon entry (each) | PHP 200-300 | $3.60-5.40 |
💡 Money-Saving Tips
- •Book joined bangka day tours at the harbour the night before — PHP 1,200 instead of PHP 2,000+ through hotel concierge
- •Eat at carinderias (local eateries) for PHP 120-180 a meal rather than PHP 600+ at the waterfront tourist restaurants
- •Bring all your cash from Manila — Coron ATMs are unreliable and the resort cash-advance commission runs 5-7%
- •Stay in Coron town rather than at an outer-island resort for short trips — saves 50-70% on accommodation though you lose the early-morning dive window
- •Book your Manila-Busuanga flight (USU) 2-3 months ahead for the cheapest fares (PHP 2,500-3,500 versus PHP 5,500+ last-minute)
- •Skip the hot springs if budget is tight — PHP 200 entry plus PHP 300 tricycle round trip adds up; the lagoons are the better value
- •Bring your own snorkel mask — saves PHP 200/day rental on every bangka day tour (PHP 800-1,000 over a week)
Philippine Peso
Code: PHP
1 USD is approximately 56 PHP (early 2026). Coron has only 3-4 ATMs in town — Land Bank on Real Street is the most reliable for foreign cards but can be out of cash on weekends. BPI and BDO ATMs are sometimes broken. Bring sufficient PHP from Manila or Cebu before flying in. Some dive resorts have on-site cash advance at poor rates (5-7% commission).
Payment Methods
Cash dominates. Most dive shops accept credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) with a 3-5% surcharge. Mid-range and upscale hotels accept cards but resort restaurants often only accept cash. The bangka day tour operators do not accept cards. GCash and Maya QR-payment are growing but require a Filipino phone number to set up; not useful for short-term visitors.
Tipping Guide
PHP 200-400 per dive day (~$4-7) for a single guide; PHP 500 if the guide spotted a frogfish or did a wreck-penetration dive.
PHP 100-200 per passenger pooled (~$2-4), given to the tour leader at the end of the day. The crew (typically a captain and one boat hand) split it.
Mid-range and upscale restaurants add a 10% service charge. If no service charge, leave 5-10% in cash. At carinderias (local eateries), no tip expected.
PHP 50-100 per bag for porters at upscale hotels. PHP 100-200/day for housekeeping at dive resorts.
Round up the fare by PHP 10-20 if friendly; no tip expected.
PHP 100-200 (~$2-4) per session at a local spa; PHP 300+ at a resort spa.
How to Get There
✈️ Airports
Francisco B Reyes Airport (Busuanga)(USU)
25 km north of Coron town, in Busuanga municipalityShared van (every flight) PHP 250-350 per person to Coron town. Private van transfer PHP 1,500-2,500 (booked through hotel). Tricycle direct PHP 600-900. Travel time 45 minutes by car. No public bus.
✈️ Search flights to USUGetting Around
Coron has no metro, train or formal public bus. The town itself is a 15-minute walk end to end. Tricycles and multicabs (shared minivans) run from town to the main outer points (Maquinit Hot Springs, Mount Tapyas trailhead). Outer-island access is by bangka — every dive shop and tour operator has a fleet docked at the harbour.
Tricycle (motorbike with sidecar)
PHP 50-600 (~$0.90-11)The standard short-distance taxi in Coron town and to nearby points like Maquinit Hot Springs (PHP 300 round trip with wait), the Busuanga airport (PHP 600 to USU one way) and Mount Tapyas trailhead. Negotiate fare before boarding; metered tricycles do not exist.
Best for: Town centre to airport, hot springs, beach access points, hauling dive bags to the harbour
Multicab (shared minivan)
PHP 30-100 (~$0.55-1.80) per rideBattered shared minivans running set routes — Coron town to Concepcion, Coron town to Maquinit. Cramped but cheap. Mostly used by locals; tourists more often charter a tricycle.
Best for: Budget travel to outer Busuanga island points
Bangka (outrigger boat) day tour
PHP 1,000-2,500 (~$18-45) per person joined day tourThe mode of transport for any outer-island activity — Coron Island lagoons, WWII wrecks, Calauit, Malcapuya. Day tours leave 08:00-09:00 and return 15:00-17:00. Standard tours: Tour A (Coron Island lagoons), Tour B (wrecks for snorkellers), Tour C (Malcapuya beaches).
Best for: All outer-island activities, lagoon access, snorkel-and-swim wreck visits
Private bangka charter
PHP 5,000-12,000 (~$90-220) per dayCharter a whole bangka for your group with custom itinerary — flexibility on stops and timing. Captain provides life jackets, water, often a beach lunch. Negotiate at the harbour or through your hotel.
Best for: Couples, families, divers wanting their own dive boat, groups of 4-8 people
Walkability
Coron town is highly walkable — 15 minutes from end to end along Real Street and the parallel National Highway. The harbour, post office, supermarkets and dive shops cluster within 800 metres. Outside town, walking is impractical due to distances and lack of footpaths along the National Highway.
Travel Connections
El Nido
The other half of the Palawan island-hopping pair — Bacuit Bay's 45 islands, Big and Small Lagoons, Hidden Beach. Daily MontenegroLines and 2GO ferries; AirSwift flies the route in 30 minutes. Pair the two for a complete Palawan island week.
Manila
The Philippine capital and the only direct flight gateway to Coron — AirSwift, Cebgo and Philippines AirAsia operate 4-6 daily flights from Manila NAIA to Busuanga (USU). No direct Cebu-Coron flight exists.
Puerto Princesa
Mainland Palawan's capital and gateway to the Puerto Princesa Underground River (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Pair with Coron and El Nido for a full Palawan loop using the cheap PAL and Cebgo flights.
Cebu City
The Visayan hub — Magellan's Cross, lechon, the Sinulog festival and the Bohol-Cebu ferry network. No direct flight to Coron; connect through Manila NAIA.
Boracay
The famous powder-sand beach island in Aklan province — combine with Coron for a beach-vs-diving Philippine combo. Caticlan (MPH) flights connect via Manila.
Entry Requirements
The Philippines offers visa-free entry for 30 days to citizens of most Western countries. Extensions are available at any Bureau of Immigration office for PHP 3,030 (~$54) up to 16 months total stay. Coron has a small Bureau of Immigration sub-office on Real Street for extensions. All visitors must complete the eTravel Pass online (etravel.gov.ph) within 72 hours of arrival.
Entry Requirements by Nationality
| Nationality | Visa Required | Max Stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Citizens | Visa-free | 30 days (extendable to 16 months) | No advance visa needed. Passport must be valid 6+ months. Onward ticket required at check-in. |
| UK Citizens | Visa-free | 30 days (extendable to 16 months) | Same terms as US. Onward ticket required. |
| Australian Citizens | Visa-free | 30 days (extendable to 16 months) | Direct PAL flight from Sydney to Manila; same visa-free terms. |
| EU Citizens | Visa-free | 30 days (extendable to 16 months) | Most EU nationals qualify for visa-free entry. |
| Indonesian / Singaporean Citizens | Visa-free | 30 days | Visa-free entry for ASEAN nationals. |
Visa-Free Entry
Visa on Arrival
Tips
- •Complete the eTravel Pass online within 72 hours of arrival — no longer optional, all visitors must register at etravel.gov.ph
- •Have an onward ticket booked before flying in — Cebu Pacific and PAL check-in agents will not board you without proof of onward travel
- •For visa extensions in Coron, the Bureau of Immigration sub-office on Real Street is open Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00; bring 2 passport photos
- •No yellow fever vaccination required for direct arrivals from non-affected countries
- •Carry a digital copy of your passport on phone — useful at hotel check-in and Tagbanwa lagoon entry
Shopping
Coron is not a shopping destination — visitors come for the diving and lagoons, not boutiques. The town has a small public market, a couple of supermarkets (Plaza Mart, Mama Pancha) and a single co-operative pasalubong centre selling local goods at fair prices. Bargaining is mild (10% off opening price); most prices are fixed at the supermarkets.
Coron Public Market
wet marketA small covered market in the centre of town — fresh fish in the morning (06:00-09:00), tropical fruit, vegetables. The handicraft section sells Tagbanwa shell jewellery and woven baskets at modest prices. Best 06:00-10:00.
Known for: Fresh seafood, Calamian cashews, dried mangoes, woven baskets
Pasalubong Centre
cooperative shopA two-storey community shop on Real Street selling Tagbanwa handicrafts, suka pinakurat vinegar, salted egg products, dried mangoes and Coron-printed t-shirts. Direct community pricing, no bargaining.
Known for: Suka pinakurat vinegar, Tagbanwa handicrafts, Calamian cashews
Plaza Mart and Mama Pancha (supermarkets)
supermarketThe two main supermarkets in town — Plaza Mart on the main road, Mama Pancha behind the public market. Sun cream, bug spray, sundries, beer, water. Fixed price.
Known for: Sun cream, bug spray, San Miguel beer, bottled water, snacks
Real Street souvenir strip
tourist shopsA short strip of small souvenir shops along Real Street — Coron-printed t-shirts, dive logbooks, fridge magnets, dried-fish snacks. Bargaining mild (10-15% off opening price).
Known for: T-shirts, fridge magnets, Coron WWII wreck-diving prints
🎁 Unique Souvenirs to Look For
- •Suka pinakurat vinegar — the Cuyonon ginger-and-chilli vinegar in 250 ml bottles
- •Calamian cashews from the Coron co-operative
- •Tagbanwa shell jewellery (only buy from the co-op pasalubong centre to ensure community benefit)
- •Dried mangoes from the Coron processing plant
- •WWII wreck-dive print posters from the dive shops
- •Salted egg products in vacuum-sealed packets
- •Coron-themed t-shirts with the Mount Tapyas cross design
- •Honey from the Calamian beekeepers cooperative
Language & Phrases
English is widely spoken across Coron — virtually all dive guides, hotel staff and tour operators are fluent. Filipino (Tagalog) is the national language and second-most spoken; the local indigenous language is Cuyonon (a Visayan-family language) which is the everyday tongue of the Tagbanwa community. A few Tagalog and Cuyonon phrases earn warm welcomes.
| English | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hello | Kumusta | koo-MUS-tah |
| Good morning | Magandang umaga | mah-gan-DAHNG oo-MAH-gah |
| Good evening | Magandang gabi | mah-gan-DAHNG GAH-bee |
| Thank you | Salamat (Tagalog) / Salamat (Cuyonon) | sah-LAH-mat |
| Thank you very much | Maraming salamat | mah-RAH-ming sah-LAH-mat |
| You're welcome | Walang anuman | WAH-lang ah-NOO-man |
| Yes / No | Oo / Hindi | OH-oh / HIN-dee |
| How much? | Magkano? | mag-KAH-noh? |
| Too expensive | Masyadong mahal | mah-SHAH-dong MAH-hal |
| Delicious | Masarap | mah-SAH-rap |
| Where is...? | Nasaan ang...? | nah-sah-AHN ang...? |
| Sorry / Excuse me | Pasensya na / Paumanhin | pah-SEN-shah nah / pa-oo-MAN-hin |
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