Wow Philippines Series: Honda Bay, Palawan

It took me some time to post this... Medyo naging busy kase ako sa ibang bagay. But here it is, my 8-day stay in the province of Palawan, trying to find time for play in between works. Our first stop is the Honda bay.

HONDA BAY is located at Sta. Lourdes Tagbanua, Puerto Princesa City, a 25-35 mins drive from the city. It is is comprised of several islets with wonderful white sand beaches which have become popular swimming, snorkeling and diving destinations. The best recognized islands of Honda Bay are Cowrie, Bat, Snake, Canon, Pandan, Starfish, Lu-Ii, Senorita, Meara Marina and the Arreceffi Island which contains the luxury Dos Palmas Beach Resort.

From the Sta. Lourdes dockside, pumpboats could be hired to take you to the island of your choice. The boat cost us Php1,800. Some islands also require an entrance fee; others are privately owned, thus, permits from the owners are necessary. A pumpboat ride from the dockside to the different islands is from 15 to 50 minutes. If you have the whole day, then it is possible that you can set your feet in all the islets, but if you have only half a day like us, then you will be limited to only a few islands. Nevertheless, this island hopping experience is a great way to start a whole work week here in the province.

Cowrie Island
This is a cowrie shell which Manong Bangkero gave, as a remembrance of our visit. Di kami pumunta sa island but according to him, this shell is abundant in the island. Obviously, the island is named after the shell. Hehe

Pandan Island

Dos Palmas

Snake Island is named after the large population of seawater snakes dwelling in the island. Hehe joke lang...no snake, just the island with shape like a snake. This is where we spent our time taking pictures. Snorkeling was also great around Snake Island...and it's fun feeding the fish since they'd all be swimming towards you as you hold a piece of bread. That’s why make sure you have snorkels with you; you’ll be missing a lot if you don’t.
Would you believe me kung sabihin kong napilit lang talaga akong magpapicture?Pambato Reef
















Thanks for the life vest, I was able to swim. Snorkels from the wharf can be rented for PHP100.



Bat Island. Named because of the large fruit bats coming out of their holes at sundown for their evening feed.

Grabe I have never seen so many bats before.
Suggestions: Make sure you bring water and snacks with you, since things are expensive in the wharf and on the islands...And if you really want to enjoy the place, allot 2-3 days to have a wonderful and satisfying experience.