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Palawan honeymoon

Limestone lagoons and island-hopping by outrigger boat in El Nido, and Coron’s wreck dives and glass-clear lakes.

The short answer

Best for couples who want beaches, islands, snorkelling & diving and adventure. Go in Jan–Apr.

Best value: Nov–Dec, good weather outside peak season.

January: Best. 28°C, 90 mm rain.
February: Best. 29°C, 30 mm rain.
March: Best. 30°C, 37 mm rain.
April: Best. 31°C, 48 mm rain.
May: Good. 31°C, 170 mm rain.
June: Avoid (rainy season). 30°C, 302 mm rain.
July: Avoid (rainy season). 29°C, 371 mm rain.
August: Avoid (rainy season). 29°C, 291 mm rain.
September: Avoid (rainy season). 29°C, 369 mm rain.
October: Avoid (rainy season). 29°C, 347 mm rain.
November: Good. 29°C, 170 mm rain.
December: Good. 29°C, 179 mm rain.

Comfort, for two, off-peak: $272 a night; Palawan honeymoon cost and packages
Ideal stay: 5–7 nights
Fly into: PPS
Your visa: Visa rules depend on your passports. The visa checker shows both of yours.

Prices are estimates for two; visa rules are from a dataset. How we know

About these prices: estimates for two people, 7 nights, covering the stay (a good four-star or boutique hotel), food, experiences and mandatory fees. Flights are not included. Off-peak prices; peak months add about 20% to the stay. Set October 2026, converted at 2026-10-09 exchange rates. Treat them as a guide: real prices often vary by 25% or more with the hotel, dates and how early you book. How we estimate

Rule from the Passport Index dataset (ilyankou/passport-index-dataset), updated 10 Oct 2026; not individually confirmed with each government. Confirm on the official site: Philippines e-Visa (Department of Foreign Affairs) (link checked 11 Oct 2026).

Visa-free:: No application. You are admitted on arrival, for a set number of days.
Visa on arrival:: No application in advance. You get the visa at the airport, usually for a fee, with proof of onward travel.
eTA (online):: A short online authorisation before you travel, linked to your passport. Not a visa, but you can’t board without it.
e-Visa:: A visa you apply for online before you travel. Allow a few days to a few weeks.
Visa required:: Apply at an embassy, consulate or visa centre before you travel. Allow several weeks.

When to go

The best time for a honeymoon in Palawan

The best months for Palawan are January, February, March, April. Each month is rated for honeymooners from ten years of weather data. Best value: Nov–Dec (good weather outside peak season).

January: Best. 28°C, 90 mm rain.
February: Best. 29°C, 30 mm rain.
March: Best. 30°C, 37 mm rain.
April: Best. 31°C, 48 mm rain.
May: Good. 31°C, 170 mm rain.
June: Avoid (rainy season). 30°C, 302 mm rain.
July: Avoid (rainy season). 29°C, 371 mm rain.
August: Avoid (rainy season). 29°C, 291 mm rain.
September: Avoid (rainy season). 29°C, 369 mm rain.
October: Avoid (rainy season). 29°C, 347 mm rain.
November: Good. 29°C, 170 mm rain.
December: Good. 29°C, 179 mm rain.

Month-by-month weatherTemperature, rain, sunshine and sea for all twelve months

Palawan weather by month for honeymooners
Month	High / low	Rain	Sun / day	Sea	For a honeymoon
January	28° / 25°C	90 mm · 5 wet days	10.1 h	28°C	Best
February	29° / 25°C	30 mm · 2 wet days	10.9 h	26°C	Best
March	30° / 25°C	37 mm · 3 wet days	11.4 h	27°C	Best
April	31° / 26°C	48 mm · 4 wet days	11.7 h	29°C	Best
May	31° / 26°C	170 mm · 16 wet days	10.9 h	30°C	Good
June	30° / 26°C	302 mm · 22 wet days	8.9 h	30°C	Avoidrainy season
July	29° / 25°C	371 mm · 24 wet days	7.8 h	30°C	Avoidrainy season
August	29° / 25°C	291 mm · 21 wet days	9.0 h	30°C	Avoidrainy season
September	29° / 25°C	369 mm · 22 wet days	8.5 h	30°C	Avoidrainy season
October	29° / 25°C	347 mm · 23 wet days	8.9 h	30°C	Avoidrainy season
November	29° / 25°C	170 mm · 14 wet days	9.8 h	30°C	Good
December	29° / 25°C	179 mm · 12 wet days	9.5 h	29°C	Good

Averages for 2015–2024 from Open-Meteo Historical Weather API (ERA5) 2015–2024. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com. Download this table: CSV · JSON (CC BY 4.0)

Sample Honeymoon Book

7 nights in Palawan in January

This is the plan the Matchmaker builds, shown here with the best month and a comfort budget. Yours uses your own dates, budget, home city and both passports.

When

January 2027

Stay

7 nights

Sunset

17:58

January here:Best

Your January

Daytime high: 28°C
Night low: 25°C
Wet days: 5
Sea: 28°C

Golden hour from 17:28; sunset 17:58.

Bonus: Dry season: calm seas for island-hopping.

What it costs

On the ground for two, 7 nights in January (peak season: stays cost about 20% more), flights not included.

Simple & lovely$938$134 a night
Comfort$2,128$304 a night
Splurge$6,734$962 a night

Includes el nido eco-tourism fee.

About these prices

About these prices: estimates for two people, 7 nights, covering the stay (three levels, from guesthouses to four-star to five-star or villa), food, experiences and mandatory fees. Flights are not included. January is peak season, so stays include about 20% extra. Set October 2026, converted at 2026-10-09 exchange rates. Treat them as a guide: real prices often vary by 25% or more with the hotel, dates and how early you book. How we estimate

Papers

Visa rules depend on your passports. The visa checker shows both of yours.

Where this comes from

Always confirm on the official government site before you book.

Where to stay

El Nido
Lagoons, island-hopping tours and beach resorts.
Coron
Wreck dives, crystal lakes and hot springs.

Day by day

Day 1
- DayLand at PPS, then the onward transfer and check in near El Nido
- SunsetSunset at 17:58: an easy first dinner near El Nido
Day 2
- DayA wreck dive in Coron Bay
- DayA day in Coron: wreck dives, crystal lakes and hot springs
Day 3
- DayIsland-hopping to the Big Lagoon
- DayExplore El Nido: lagoons, island-hopping tours and beach resorts

See days 4–8

Day 4
- DaySnorkelling Kayangan Lake and Coron’s reefs
- DayA free afternoon on the beach near El Nido
Day 5
- DayNothing planned. That’s the plan
- NightCandlelit dinner on the sand
Day 6
- DayKayaking into a hidden lagoon
- DayA free day near El Nido
Day 7
- DayA free day near El Nido
- SunsetSunset drinks at Las Cabanas beach
Day 8
- DaySlow breakfast and one last swim in El Nido, then back to PPS

Trip kitWhat to book ahead, a packing list for January and a few words of Filipino

Book ahead

January is peak season here: book your stay as soon as you’ve decided.
A wreck dive in Coron Bay: book a few weeks ahead.

Pack for January

Passports, IDs and printed bookings
A universal plug adapter
Light linen and breathable layers
Sunglasses and a sun hat
Reef-safe mineral sunscreen
Your own snorkel mask (optional)
Comfortable trail shoes

Words of love

Filipino

“Mahal kita”I love you

SalamatThank you

The full price picture is on Palawan honeymoon cost and packages: 3 to 10 nights at three comfort levels, flights from eight cities and what a fair package should include. For the whole trip, how to budget for a honeymoon covers the fees that quotes leave out.

Make this plan yours

Answer a few visual questions together and see if Palawan is your match.

Open the Matchmaker

Moments for two

Romantic things to do in Palawan

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Island-hopping to the Big Lagoonday$$
Kayaking into a hidden lagoonday$
Sunset drinks at Las Cabanas beachsunset$
Snorkelling Kayangan Lake and Coron’s reefsday$$
A wreck dive in Coron Bayday$$$
Candlelit dinner on the sandnight$$

Before you go

Good to know before you book Palawan

Palawan’s Puerto Princesa Underground River is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a navigable river running through a cave to the sea.Source: UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Plugs, tipping, water and phones in Philippines

Plugs and voltage: Type A, B, C · 220 V / 60 Hz
Tap water: Use bottled or filtered. Don’t drink tap water.
Tipping: 10% if service isn’t included; round up for porters and drivers.
Phone and eSIM: Globe and Smart sell tourist SIMs at the airport; eSIMs work. Signal can be weak on remote islands.
Money (PHP): Peso (PHP). ATMs are scarce on small islands (including parts of Palawan), so withdraw before you leave town and carry cash.
Emergency numbers: 911

Applies to Palawan and the rest of Philippines. Editorial summary, reviewed 2026-10; customs and networks change, so check the official entry site and your government’s travel advice before you go.

Questions couples ask

Palawan honeymoon: quick answers

What is the best time for a honeymoon in Palawan?

The best months for a honeymoon in Palawan are Jan–Apr. In March the average high is 30°C with 37 mm of rain over 3 wet days. December is a good month for it (average high 29°C, 179 mm of rain).

How much does a week in Palawan cost for two?

A week (7 nights) in Palawan for two people costs about US$850 at value level, US$1,900 at comfort level and US$5,900 at luxe level, off-peak, before flights. That covers stays, food and activities. Peak months add around 20%, and prices are often ±25%.

Do I need a visa for a honeymoon in Palawan?

For Philippines, from our visa dataset: Indian passport: a visa from an embassy or visa centre in advance; US passport: a visa from an embassy or visa centre in advance; UK passport: a visa from an embassy or visa centre in advance; Australian passport: a visa from an embassy or visa centre in advance. Rules change, so confirm on the official government site before you book, and check that your passport is valid for the required period.

How long is the journey to Palawan?

Door-to-door estimates to Palawan (fly into PPS): Delhi about 11.5 hours; New York about 26 hours with a connection; London about 22 hours with a connection; Sydney about 13.5 hours. This includes about 5 hours for the final transfer. These are distance-based estimates, not live fares or schedules.

When is the rainy season in Palawan?

The rainy season is Jun–Oct, when monthly rainfall reaches 200 mm or more; July is the wettest at 371 mm over 24 wet days. Figures are 2015–2024 averages from ERA5 reanalysis.

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