Discover the beauty of Malajon Islands (Black Island).
Coron, Philippines • USD 32 - USD 405 approx.• 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Mar
23°C – 29°C, cool, dry, mostly sunny, medium crowds, peak season
23°C – 29°C, cool, dry, mostly sunny, medium crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Some walking, uneven terrain, and short hikes to caves required.
Some walking, uneven terrain, and short hikes to caves required.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey but the unique experience made it worthwhile.
Pricey but the unique experience made it worthwhile.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples found the secluded beaches and caves perfect for a romantic escape.
Stunning Beauty
Travelers raved about the pristine beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters.
Hidden Paradise
Visitors felt like they discovered a hidden gem, away from the crowds.
Long Journey
Couples mentioned the long travel time as a significant drawback.
Limited Facilities
Travelers noted the lack of amenities and the need to bring supplies.
Overpriced Tours
Some couples felt the tour prices were a bit high for what was offered.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Tuesday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Wednesday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Thursday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Friday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Saturday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Sunday
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
23-29°C
December is part of the dry season with mostly sunny days and a low risk of rain.
December is part of the dry season with mostly sunny days and a low risk of rain.
Open
Advanced booking is recommended for tours and accommodations due to high demand.
Advanced booking is recommended for tours and accommodations due to high demand.
Recommended
December is a popular and highly recommended time to visit, but expect higher prices and larger crowds. Book tours and transport in advance.
December is a popular and highly recommended time to visit, but expect higher prices and larger crowds. Book tours and transport in advance.
January
MEDIUM
23-29°C
Cool, dry, mostly sunny. January is part of the dry season, with low rainfall and pleasant temperatures ideal for beach and island activities.
Cool, dry, mostly sunny. January is part of the dry season, with low rainfall and pleasant temperatures ideal for beach and island activities.
Open
No major restrictions, but private boat or group tour is required for access. Entrance fee applies. Facilities are limited, so bring provisions.
No major restrictions, but private boat or group tour is required for access. Entrance fee applies. Facilities are limited, so bring provisions.
Recommended
January is recommended for visiting Black Island due to favorable weather, moderate crowds, and full accessibility. Expect higher prices due to peak travel season.
January is recommended for visiting Black Island due to favorable weather, moderate crowds, and full accessibility. Expect higher prices due to peak travel season.
February
MEDIUM
23-30°C
Dry, warm, and sunny. February continues the dry season with very low rainfall and comfortable temperatures.
Dry, warm, and sunny. February continues the dry season with very low rainfall and comfortable temperatures.
Open
Accessible only via organized tour or private boat from Coron or Busuanga. Entrance fee applies. Limited facilities—bring your own supplies.
Accessible only via organized tour or private boat from Coron or Busuanga. Entrance fee applies. Limited facilities—bring your own supplies.
Recommended
February is one of the best months to visit Black Island, offering excellent weather, manageable crowd levels, and reliable boat access from Coron.
February is one of the best months to visit Black Island, offering excellent weather, manageable crowd levels, and reliable boat access from Coron.
March
MEDIUM
24-31°C
Warm, sunny, and dry. March remains within the dry season, with slightly warmer temperatures and low rainfall.
Warm, sunny, and dry. March remains within the dry season, with slightly warmer temperatures and low rainfall.
Open
No direct restrictions. A tour or chartered boat is required. Entrance fee is mandatory. Limited amenities on the island.
No direct restrictions. A tour or chartered boat is required. Entrance fee is mandatory. Limited amenities on the island.
Recommended
March provides consistently good weather and accessibility, with moderate crowd levels and prices remaining elevated due to peak travel season.
March provides consistently good weather and accessibility, with moderate crowd levels and prices remaining elevated due to peak travel season.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Boat
Ferry
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages up to 99