Town in Palawan, Philippines
Coron
A port town on Busuanga Island, base for World War II wreck diving, Kayangan Lake and island-hopping trips. Compact and social; internet and power are unreliable, and it is a long way to a big hospital.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$799–1,280Comfortable, one person · ₱50,000–80,000Details
- Value for money87/100Better value than 86% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goDec–MayWarmest: Apr, 32°CDetails
- Internet114 MbpsFixed broadband, Philippines medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDon't drink tap water; refill stations sell cheap filtered water, and hotels supply bottled water.Details
- LGBTQ+4/5WelcomingDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$8–24Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundTricycleWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMostly cashBring pesos.Details
Where to stay in Coron
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Coron Poblacion (town proper) | Center: tours, restaurants, bars, dive shops |
| Sunset Beach / Lajala | Quieter stays away from the noisy town center |
| Mount Tapyas area | Hillside guesthouses near the viewpoint |
Apps that work in Coron
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps or Waze
- Messaging: Facebook Messenger
- GCash: QR payments and transfers (needs local SIM)
- eTravel: Arrival and departure QR registration
- Taxis: No ride apps; tricycles are the local taxi. Fares are fixed or agreed; ask your hotel what is fair.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Philippines.
- Mostly cash Bring pesos. A few ATMs often run out; cards work at dive shops and bigger hotels, often with a surcharge.
- Currency: Peso (PHP). US$1 ≈ ₱62.61 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Most ATMs charge foreign cards 200–250 PHP; limits often 10,000–20,000 PHP. Island ATMs (El Nido, Siargao) often run dry.
- Tipping: Not obligatory; many restaurants add a 10% service charge. Otherwise round up or leave 5–10%; tip guides and boat crews.
- Paying by phone: GCash and Maya QR dominate but need a local SIM; contactless cards and phone wallets work in malls and chains.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Register on the free eTravel system within 72 hours before arrival (and again before departure) to get a QR code.
- You need an onward or return ticket within your permitted stay; airlines enforce it at check-in.
- Fake eTravel sites charge fees; the official site and app are free.
Emergency numbers
All emergencies 911
Plugs
Type A, B, C · 220 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Smart and Globe airport counters sell tourist SIMs; registration with your passport is mandatory by law. eSIMs available from both. eSIMs work for visitors.
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