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The Ultimate Palawan Packing List

Isla Team
Jan 28, 2026
8 min Read
The Ultimate Palawan Packing List

From reef-safe sunblock to dry bags—don't leave for El Nido without these.

Packing for Palawan is all about being 'water-ready.' A 20L dry bag is essential for island hopping tours in El Nido and Coron. We also highly recommend reef-safe sunscreen and aqua shoes. The limestone cliffs are beautiful but sharp, and protecting the marine life in our lagoons is our top priority.
"Every island in the Philippines has a soul. We encourage you to travel slowly and respect the local culture."

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