Palawan is the most well preserved major island group in the Philippines. It is also the largest province in the Philippines in terms of land area. The rain forest, caves, coral reefs, mangroves, beaches and clear blue waters are its best assets.

One has to go around the islands of Palawan to see how its people and the local government's conservation efforts have born fruit.

With almost 2,000 kilometers of coastline, Palawan is known as having one of the most beautiful seascapes in the world. Sprawled beneath the seas are nearly 11,000 square kilometers of coral reefs. Palawan was proclaimed as a fish and wildlife sanctuary in 1967 and to this day, this group of islands is probably the most protected province in the whole Philippines.

The Calauit Wildlife Sanctuary in the northern Calamianes islands is home to exotic and endemic species of animals that roam freely in its verdant hills and plains. Palawan is the home of Palawan Monkeys, Palawan Parrots, Palawan Bear cats, Palawan Peacock, Mongoose, Scaly Ant Eater, Porcupine, and mouse deer.

A must see is the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. It is a wonder to behold; carved by nature for millions of years; the length of cave and river network is unknown up to this day. The cavern stretches away in an almost perfect rectangle with walls and ceiling decorated with natural carvings in many colors. Stalactite and stalagmites seem like they have been intentionally crafted to awe the visitors.

Further inside, one reaches a grand chamber, decorated with multi faceted colored stones. One has to be there to see its grandeur.The Philippines has a tropical climate and is hot and humid. There are three seasons, the hot summer season from March to May, the not so hot rainy season from June to November, and the warm season from December to February. Monsoon season is from May to October so try to miss this season if it's possible.

Palawan Island of the Philippines is an island paradise; this unspoiled island offers visitors a variety of natural local wonders to experience. Some of the best scuba diving and beaches in Asia are here in Palawan. Holidays in Palawan bring people flocking to this island province.