Palawan is westernmost province of the Philippines and is named after its largest island. The archipelago comprises no less than 1,780 islands and islets across a 14,000-sq-km area, making it the largest province in the country. Naturally, given its size, finding out how to get around, what weather to expect and other important facts before you arrive is essential.

From its crystal-clear waters to its strangely shaped limestone rock formations, and from its white-sand beaches to its mountain ranges covered with tropical trees, Palawan offers one of the most exciting holiday destinations in the world. The following is some of the important practical information about Palawan you’ll need to make the most of your holiday.

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