Just added: Snorkeling the Palawan Islands
May 13th, 2010 by wwftravel
WWF Travel has added a truly spectacular new snorkeling itinerary to our 2011 lineup: Snorkeling the Palawan Islands of the Philippines. This land-based trip runs February 26 – March 13, 2011.
Untouched beaches lined with soaring marble cliffs make up many of the islands throughout Bacuit Bay in the Philippines. Its marine reserve is speckled with islets, sparkling-blue water and a variety of marine life. In addition to coral reefs and the fish they attract, the protected bay is home to manta rays, sharks and sea turtles.
Head out on daily excursions with a knowledgeable guide who specializes in coral reefs. Scheduled excursions include swimming at shallow grassy beds to see dugong populations and an exhilarating night snorkel in search of sharks and octopuses.
But first things first: Before you arrive at Palawan Island, you’ll go to a different spot for a rare opportunity to swim with whale sharks. The Bay of Donsol is often considered the whale shark capital of the world, and late February is an ideal time to see them there.
Palawan is a truly amazing diving adventure from the coral reefs to the numerous WWII shipwrecks. Palawan has voted by many dive magazine as one the best in the world. One must dive this stunning island once in their life.