The Southern Luzon & Calamianes Arc

VIP greeting at Busuanga Airport (USU) in Coron, Palawan. private guide and luxury speedboat transfer to the Malaroyroy Peninsula. Check-in at Two Seasons Coron Island Resort & Spa in the Island Tip Pool Villa. Stunning turquoise water views, jagged limestone karsts rising from the sea, and the absolute privacy of the villa. Early arrivals explore the pristine beaches and extraordinary bay views. Welcome dinner at the resort.

Private speedboat to Kayangan Lake — famed as the cleanest water in Asia. Climbing the cliff path to view the classic lagoon: stunning turquoise water surrounded by jagged limestone karsts. Then snorkelling inside the lake to view surreal jagged underwater limestone rock needles piercing through crystal-clear freshwater. The unique sensation of swimming in cool, clear water surrounded by dramatic rock formations.

Travelling to Barracuda Lake for the extraordinary experience of the dramatic "thermocline" — feeling the water change instantly from cool freshwater to hot 38°C volcanic saltwater, surrounded by sheer black rock walls. Guide explains the unique volcanic geology and the dramatic temperature changes. Viewing the submerged rock formations and the rich marine life in this unique environment.

Swimming through a completely submerged limestone rock tunnel at low tide to enter the hidden inner basin of the Twin Lagoons — the unique experience of swimming through the tunnel with towering rock walls creating a sense of pure adventure. Snorkelling in a surreal mix of fresh and saltwater with varying temperatures. Chilled premium wine from a private boat deck floating inside the quiet limestone walls of the lagoons.

An exclusive research-conservation boat heading to a hidden coastal bay — a rare dignified experience: snorkelling quietly alongside the highly endangered gentle Busuanga Dugongs (sea cows) as they feed on underwater meadows of sea grass. Guide explains the importance of the sanctuary and conservation efforts. The awe-inspiring experience of swimming alongside these prehistoric creatures with their massive bodies and gentle movements.

Cruising to the shallow waters of Sangat Island. Looking down directly at the Skeleton Wreck — a 25-metre Japanese supply ship sunk during WWII sitting just 5 metres below the surface, now completely covered in brain corals and colourful reef fish. Snorkelling over the wreck viewing the marine life that has made the sunken ship its home. Guide shares the history of the wreck and the rich marine ecosystem surrounding it.

A day on the blindingly white powder-sand beaches of Malcapuya Island. Snorkelling off the shore to view giant blue clams and spot blue-spotted stingrays gliding across the sandy ocean floor. A white-linen champagne breakfast set up by the crew directly on the sandbar at Malcapuya Island before any public boats arrive — dining in absolute privacy with turquoise water stretching around you.

Snorkelling over the Lusong Coral Garden — widely considered the most pristine coral reef in the Calamianes Archipelago. Thousands of square metres of untouched staghorn, cabbage, and table corals stretching into the deep blue ocean. Guide explains the ecology and the extraordinary biodiversity. Spotting sea turtles, reef sharks, and schools of tropical fish throughout.

Exploring the rocky coves of Banana Island — snorkelling alongside resident green sea turtles and viewing schools of silver batfish. Guide leads along the coves pointing out the vibrant marine life and explaining the ecology. The day culminates in a grand torch-lit seafood barbecue bonfire dinner served on a private stretch of beach under a hanging canopy of lanterns and palm fronds.

Relaxed luxury breakfast watching the waves from the pool villa. Smooth speedboat and chauffeur transfer back to Busuanga Airport for the flight to Puerto Princesa. Complementary spa session at your city hotel. Private Puerto Princesa city tour if missed on Day 1. International departure the following day.