Coron: diving to sunken ships and crystal lakes

There are places that promise adventure. Coron is a place you feel with every cell in your body. An archipelago of karst islands off the northern tip of Palawan, Philippines, Coron is world-renowned for its sunken ships, turquoise lakes, and landscapes that seem carved by an ancient sea god.

Here beneath the water lie the remnants of history, and above it – nature's perfection in its purest form.

Diving to Sunken Ships: A Time Machine Underwater

Coron's reefs conceal some of the best-preserved sunken Japanese ships from World War II. Diving here isn't just a sport—it's a literal dive into another world.

• Majestic Remains – overgrown with corals and home to hundreds of fish, the sunken ships create eerie, magical underwater gardens.

• Suitable for All Levels – there are locations for complete beginners and advanced divers eager to explore the holds and hidden spaces.

• The Most Famous Sites – the ships Olympia Maru, Okikawa Maru, and Akitsushima are just a part of Coron’s underwater treasures.

Lakes from Another World

Even if you're not a diver, Coron will enchant you with its crystal-clear lakes nestled among limestone cliffs:

• Kayangan Lake – the clearest lake in Asia, with water so transparent it feels like swimming in air. A short hike up will reveal one of the most iconic views of the Philippines.

• Barracuda Lake – famous for its unique thermocline phenomenon—under the water, the temperature can abruptly shift from cold to warm, creating a surreal sensation.

Island Hopping: More Pieces of Paradise

Around Coron, you'll find dozens of beaches and lagoons with sand like flour and water in the brightest shades of blue and green. Tours typically combine several islands and lakes, making each day a new adventure.

Best Time to Visit

The ideal season is between November and May, when the weather is dry, the sea is calm, and visibility underwater is crystal clear.

How to Prepare for the Trip?

• Book Your Dive in Advance – especially in high season when good schools fill up quickly.

• Bring Sun Protection and a Snorkel – even on a simple snorkeling trip, you'll discover incredible underwater beauty.

• Allow Time for Rest – between dives, it's important to give your body time to adapt.

Coron – Where History, Nature, and Dreams Meet

Here, every breath underwater is like a whisper from another time. Every walk between the rocks is a discovery of a new world. Coron isn't just a destination for adventurers—it's a place for those who know the most beautiful stories are found where the water, rocks, and sky meet.

Join Panic Frame & Travel and let's dive together into the depths of this magic—where the past, nature, and freedom breathe as one.