Coron Super Ultimate Tour (Private)

Six stops, one long day, plenty of saltwater. This private Coron tour packs the island’s famous lakes, lagoons, beaches, and reefs into roughly nine hours, with hotel pickup in Coron Town Proper, a picnic lunch, and your own tourist boat. I especially like the private format, which gives your group a more personal day, and the chance to see both Coron’s striking limestone cliffs and its clear swimming spots.

I also like the simple picnic setup at Banul Beach, where the meal is served on white sand rather than in town. The main thing to watch is the extra cost of snorkeling equipment, kayaks, tips, and the environmental fee. Those charges are easy to miss when you first look at the $150-per-person price.

Key Things to Know Before You Book

• Kayangan Lake combines a short visit with a famous natural setting: You can swim, snorkel, or float in a life jacket among limestone cliffs.
• Twin Lagoon is the day’s most unusual swim: You enter a second lagoon through a narrow rock opening or over a ladder, depending on the tide.
• Lunch is served at Banul Beach: The picnic, beach time, and dramatic cliffs make this one of the more relaxed stops.
• The private boat matters: Only your group participates, so the day can feel more personal than a large shared island-hopping trip.
• Snorkeling gear is not included: You may need to rent or buy equipment at the pier, and kayaks also cost extra.
• The schedule is full: Six stops are listed at about one hour each, but boat travel and loading make this a busy nine-hour outing.

What the $150 Price Really Buys You

At $150 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Coron. The price makes more sense if you value having a private boat and guide, hotel pickup within Coron Town Proper, lunch, entrance fees, taxes, life vests, and a first aid kit included.

A private tour is especially useful for couples, families, or a small group that wants to spend more time swimming and less time adjusting to strangers. It also gives you some control over the pace, although the six-stop plan still leaves little room for long breaks at every site.

The value drops if you are traveling alone or as a pair and do not care about privacy. A shared boat can cost less, but this experience is built around having your own group together. Group discounts may also help if several people book together, so check the final rate before deciding.

One important budget point: the environmental fee is not included. Snorkeling equipment is also not supplied, according to the practical experience reported after the trip. Kayaks are another possible extra. Bring cash for these costs, and for an optional tip.

The provider is CTPH Tour. The experience has a rating of 4 out of 5 from three published ratings, which suggests a generally good trip with some service details worth confirming before departure.

Starting at Coron Public Market at 8:00 a.m.

The official meeting point is Coron Public Market, at X6V4+R6X in Coron Town Proper. Free pickup and drop-off are offered for hotels within the town proper, and the day ends back at the meeting point.

An 8:00 a.m. start is sensible for a full day with six major stops. You will want to arrive ready to go, since the schedule includes several places where you may want to swim, snorkel, or simply sit in the boat and look at the cliffs.

The boat is described as a tourist boat, with a tourist guide, life vests, and a first aid kit. This is a water-based day, so wear swim-friendly clothing and bring anything you need for sun protection. The supplied information does not specify the boat size, shade arrangement, or the exact pickup time from individual hotels, so confirm those details with CTPH Tour if they matter to you.

Since this is a private activity, only your group participates. That is the clearest advantage over a standard shared trip. You are not joining a large mixed party, though you should not assume that every stop will be quiet. Coron’s best-known places can still be crowded, particularly the popular beaches and lagoons.

Kayangan Lake: Coron’s Famous Limestone Setting

Kayangan Lake is the first stop and receives about one hour. It is often called the cleanest lake in the Philippines, and the setting explains much of its appeal. Limestone cliffs surround the water, with Tagbanua tribesmen helping guard and maintain the area.

The lake is made up of about 70 percent freshwater and 30 percent salt water. That mix gives the stop a different feel from the beaches and coastal reefs later in the day. You can swim or snorkel, or simply float in a life jacket if you prefer not to exert yourself.

I like this stop because it gives you more than a beach visit. The cliffs frame the water, and the change from open sea to an enclosed lake makes the first hour feel distinctive. You are not just ticking off another swimming place.

The limitation is time. One hour passes quickly once you account for arrival, getting into the water, and returning to the boat. If Kayangan Lake is your main reason for visiting Coron, ask how much flexibility the private schedule allows. The stated plan gives this stop one hour, not an open-ended stay.

Barracuda Lake and the Warm Water Effect

Barracuda Lake is another one-hour stop, located northwest of Coron Island. It sits in a former crater and reaches about 40 meters in depth, with sharp limestone cliffs around it.

The lake is known for its thermocline, where layers of water can feel noticeably different in temperature. That unusual feature makes it more than a standard swimming stop. It is also a well-known scuba site, though you do not need to scuba to appreciate the cliffs and the strange character of the water.

This stop works best for people who enjoy natural oddities and swimming in unusual places. If you prefer soft sand and a wide beach, Barracuda Lake may feel less relaxed than Banul or CYC Beach. The setting is more enclosed and rock-focused.

As with Kayangan Lake, the planned hour is enough for a taste rather than a long exploration. Life vests are included, which is useful if you want to float instead of swim continuously.

Twin Lagoon: The Tour’s Most Memorable Passage

Twin Lagoon is one of Coron’s signature sights. Boats dock at the first lagoon, while the second is hidden behind the rock. You reach it through a small crevice below the rock, or by using a ladder over the rock when the tide is high.

That changing entrance is part of what makes the stop memorable. The route is not simply boat, beach, and back again. You have to pay attention to the tide and the access point, and the experience can feel different depending on water conditions.

You receive about one hour here. That gives you time to see both lagoons if conditions allow, but it is not a leisurely half-day swim. Follow the guide’s directions around the rock and ladder, and use the life vest if you are more comfortable with extra support.

Twin Lagoon is also one of the places where crowds can affect the mood. The narrow access point concentrates people, and you might find the stop busy. The private tour gives you your own group, but it cannot make a famous lagoon private.

Skeleton Reef and the Small Wreck Below

Skeleton Reef is a popular snorkeling site in Coron Bay. Beneath the water is a small shipwreck about 25 meters long. The top of the wreck sits around 5 meters below the surface, while the stern reaches roughly 22 meters.

The wreck is also considered an easy scuba site for beginners, but the planned activity here is snorkeling. The shallow top makes it possible to see part of the site without going very deep, assuming the water and visibility cooperate.

This is where the missing snorkeling equipment matters most. Snorkel gear is not included, and you may need to rent or buy it at the pier. That is a basic item for a stop like this, so confirm the arrangement before you leave town. A private boat and included entrances are useful, but they do not help much if you arrive at the reef without a mask and snorkel.

The stop is listed for one hour. If you already have equipment, this can be a worthwhile part of the day. If you do not, add the rental or purchase cost to your budget and allow time for fitting the gear.

CYC Beach: White Sand, Mangroves, and Local Appeal

CYC Beach stands for Coron Youth Club Beach. It has white sand, clear water, mangrove trees, and rock formations. Unlike the lake stops, this is a straightforward beach break, with room to swim, sunbathe, and enjoy the view.

The mangroves give CYC Beach a different character from the open white-sand stretches elsewhere in the itinerary. The beach is also popular with local families, so it can feel less like a private postcard and more like a place people actually use.

That local appeal is a plus, though it can also mean more activity around you. The description notes that the beach is very popular, and several of Coron’s attractive sites can be crowded. If you want total quiet, this tour cannot promise it.

You have about one hour here. Treat CYC Beach as a refreshing middle or late-day pause rather than a destination that needs a full afternoon. The clear water and mangroves make it worth keeping on the route, especially if your group likes alternating between swimming and beach time.

Banul Beach: The Best Place for Lunch

Banul Beach is a small strip of white sand framed by limestone cliffs. It is a public beach and is usually the place where lunch is served on Coron island-hopping trips.

The picnic lunch is included, which removes the need to arrange a separate meal during a day far from town. Eating on the beach also gives you a proper pause after several water stops. You can sit on the sand, look up at the cliffs, and let the pace slow down.

Banul is not a large resort beach. It is small, public, and popular. That means you should expect a shared public setting rather than a private dining area. Still, the combination of lunch, sand, and cliffs makes it one of the most satisfying parts of the route.

The food receives strong praise in the available feedback, along with the service and guide on one booking. Another person had an excellent day with good food and a well-arranged guide, while a separate experience raised concerns about missing equipment and added charges. Those differing experiences point to a useful step: confirm exactly what lunch includes and what equipment is available before departure.

The Guide and the Private-Tour Difference

A good guide can make a busy island day feel organized. The included guide handles the movement between lakes, lagoons, beaches, and the reef, while also helping your group understand where to swim and how to reach the second lagoon.

The strongest praise is directed at the guide, the sites, the food, and the overall private arrangement. That matters because this is not a tour where the boat ride alone carries the experience. You are making several stops, and clear instructions help keep the day moving.

At the same time, the operator experience has not been perfect for everyone. One booking described the sites and guide as excellent but was unhappy with some services from CTPH Tour. Another found the staff very good but felt the details about snorkeling gear and kayaks were not clear enough.

I would treat that as a reason to ask direct questions before you pay or before the morning departure. Confirm pickup, lunch, snorkeling equipment, kayak fees, environmental charges, and the expected return time. Clear answers can prevent small surprises from becoming the main story of your day.

Who Will Enjoy This Coron Tour Most?

This experience suits you if you want to see Coron’s major island stops in one day and prefer a private boat. It is a good match for families, couples, and groups that want to stay together without sharing the boat with other parties.

It also suits active visitors who want variety. You move from a freshwater and saltwater lake to a lagoon, a wreck site, two beaches, and a picnic lunch. You can swim and snorkel, but you can also float in a life jacket or spend time sunbathing.

You may want another option if your main goal is a slow beach day. Six stops create variety, but they also create a schedule. You may enjoy each place for about an hour, not settle into one beach for the whole afternoon.

This is also less appealing if you are watching every peso. The $150 price includes useful services, but extra costs remain. The environmental fee is excluded, snorkeling gear may require a rental or purchase, and kayaks cost extra. The private format is the reason to pay more.

Practical Details, Weather, and Cancellation

The tour lasts about nine hours and begins at 8:00 a.m. Confirmation is received when you book, and most people can participate according to the supplied tour information.

Good weather is required. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. If the minimum number of participants is not met, you are offered another date or experience, or a full refund.

Your own cancellation terms are strict: the booking is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. Read that condition carefully before paying, especially if your plans around Coron are still uncertain.

The tour includes life vests and a first aid kit, but the information does not specify accessibility arrangements. If you have mobility concerns, ask CTPH Tour about the boat, beach landings, the ladder at Twin Lagoon, and access around the lake stops before booking.

Should You Book the Coron Super Ultimate Tour?

I would book this tour if you want Coron’s greatest variety in a single day and the privacy of your own boat. Kayangan Lake, Barracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon, Skeleton Reef, CYC Beach, and Banul Beach cover the main kinds of scenery people come to Coron to see. The included lunch and hotel pickup add real convenience.

I would book with one condition: get the extra-cost details in writing. Ask about snorkeling gear, kayaks, the environmental fee, lunch, and pickup time. If CTPH Tour gives clear answers and your group values privacy, $150 per person can be fair for a long, well-packed day.

Choose it for variety and personal space, not for solitude. Coron’s famous places can be crowded, and the schedule is active. For a first visit with limited time, though, this private route gives you a strong look at the island’s lakes, beaches, cliffs, and reef in one organized outing.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts at Coron Public Market in Coron Town Proper, Palawan, at 8:00 a.m.

Does the tour offer hotel pickup?

Yes. Free pickup and drop-off are offered for hotels within Coron Town Proper.

Where does the tour end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point at Coron Public Market.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately nine hours.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

What is included in the price?

The price includes hotel pickup and drop-off within town proper, a picnic lunch, a tourist boat, a tourist guide, life vests, a first aid kit, entrances, and taxes.

Is the environmental fee included?

No. The environmental fee is not included.

Is snorkeling equipment included?

No. Snorkeling equipment is not listed as included. You may need to rent or buy it at the pier.

Are kayaks included?

No. Kayaks are not included and may cost extra.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund.