Western Visayas

Palawan has a tropical climate, warm and humid year-round, with average temperatures between 24°C and 31°C. The best time to visit is during the dry season from November to May, when the weather is clear and suitable for water activities and sightseeing. June to October is the rainy season, with frequent rain and potential typhoons.

A detailed breakdown of expenses for a 6-day, 5-night trip to Palawan's Puerto Princesa Underground River and El Nido. This guide shares our travel costs, averaging around NT$10,000-NT$12,000 (approximately $350-$400 USD) per person. This includes travel insurance, flight tickets (with taxes and baggage), accommodation, all tour expenses, souvenirs, and snacks.

To get to El Nido, you usually need to take an international flight to Manila (MNL) or Puerto Princesa (PPS) in the Philippines, and then transfer to a domestic flight (using AirSwift Airlines) or land transportation (about 5-6 hours by bus or van). Since there are no direct flights from Taiwan to El Nido, it is recommended to book connecting flight tickets as early as possible and allow ample transfer time.
Method 1: Via Manila (Recommended)
- International flight: Fly from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila, Philippines.
- Domestic flight transfer: From Manila Airport, take a small domestic flight with AirSWIFT directly to El Nido Airport (ENI).
Method 2: Via Puerto Princesa transfer

Palawan Province (Lalawigan ng Palawan) is a province of the Philippines.

The Western Visayas and Palawan Islands boast numerous world-class natural wonders, including El Nido, known as the 'Last Frontier of the Philippines,' famous for its limestone cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and rich marine life. Also, the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the longest underground rivers in the world. Additionally, the shipwreck diving sites and Kayangan Lake in Coron attract countless diving enthusiasts.