Welcome to Busuanga!
Located on the west side of Busuanga Island in the Calamianes archipelago of Palawan, Philippines, the municipality of Busuanga is blessed with incredible natural environment, sunken treasures and underwater wonders, and a great many more to offer.
Here, we share with you a few quick facts about our beloved home.
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How do we reach Busuanga?
Here are the primary ways to reach Busuanga:
1. By Air (Quickest and Easiest)
The fastest and most common method is flying directly to Francisco B. Reyes Airport (USU), which is located on Busuanga Island itself, near Coron Town.
From Manila (MNL), Clark (CRK), and Cebu (CEB): There are multiple daily direct flights. The flight time is typically around 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes. Airlines include Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific (Cebgo), and Sunlight Air.
From El Nido (ENI): You can take a short, direct flight (about 40 minutes) with AirSWIFT, though this is usually more expensive than the ferry option.
2. By Ferry (Longer, More Scenic/Budget-Friendly)
If you prefer sea travel or are coming from other parts of Palawan, the ferry is a good option:
From Manila: Overnight ferries are available (operated by companies like 2GO Travel) that take around 12 to 18 hours to reach Coron.
From El Nido: This is a very popular route. Fast ferries (Jomalia, Montenegro Lines) take approximately 3.5 to 4 hours.
From Puerto Princesa: This route is less frequent and generally takes around 12 to 13 hours by ferry, or you can take a bus/van to El Nido first, then the fast ferry to Coron.
Important Note: Ferry schedules can be subject to change or cancellation due to bad weather, especially during the rainy season (June to October), so it's always wise to build in a buffer day if you're traveling this way.
Getting from the Airport (USU) to Busuanga Town: Once you land at USU, you'll need to take a van transfer to your chosen hotel. The ride takes about 30 minutes and usually costs a fixed rate of around Ph 250 per person for a shared shuttle and Php 2,500 for a private van.
Getting from the Sea Port (Coron Port) to Busuanga Town: Once you disembark, you'll need to take a van transfer to your chosen hotel. The ride takes about 60 minutes and usually costs a fixed rate of around Php 250 per person for a shared shuttle and Php 2,500 for a private van.
What is the difference between Busuanga & Coron?
Busuanga Island is the northernmost major island of the province of Palawan. This island is in turn divided into two municipalities/ local governments-- Busuanga Municipality and Coron Municipality.
Coron Municipality is where most of the big resorts and hotels are located. This is the busy tourist town. This is also the gateway or jump-off point to Coron Island, which is a completely separate island that is a designated ancestral domain of the Tagbanua tribe, which therefore has no modern developments or hotels. The famous lakes and lagoons are located in Coron Island.
Busuanga Municipality on the other hand, is a more laidback town with wider streets, better waste management, and where most white-sand paradise islands are located. Busuanga is a quieter town with fewer population, but is on the rise soon.
What is the main town/capital of Busuanga?
The town capital of Busuanga is Salvacion, a friendly community with neighborhood cafes and restaurants. This is the site of the annual Tarahomonan Festival, which is held from December 8 to 16 and culminates in the Catholic feast of Our Lady of Salvacion.
What is Busuanga most famous for?
Busuanga's most famous sites-- the Calauit Safari Park and the Dugong Park-- is often attributed to Coron due to either misconception or convenience. But as mentioned, these two wildlife parks are both located in Busuanga.
Of its outlying islands, the most famous is the Tagbanua-owned Isla Malajon or Black Island, where one of the numerous Japanese Shipwrecks can also be found.
Other renowned wreck diving dites are Okikawa Maru, Akitsushima, etc.
Busuanga is also well-known as a pearl farm site, where golden south sea pearls are cultivated. This lustrous pearl is the national gem of the Philippines and the oysters that produce them are indicators of exceptional water quality and marine life.
What is the language spoken in Busuanga?
English is spoken everywhere, almost at the level of Filipino, the national language. The local languages are Cuyonon and Tagbanwa.
Where can I learn more about Busuanga?
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