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📍  Kayangan Lake

✈️  Francisco B. Reyes (Busuanga) Airport (USU)

🚗  26.6 KM

⏱️  56 minutes

Kayangan Lake, located in Coron, Philippines, is renowned as one of the cleanest lakes in Asia, offering crystal-clear brackish waters perfect for swimming. Accessibility involves a boat trip from Coron town, followed by a moderate climb of around 300 steps (up and down) to reach both the lake and its iconic viewpoint, making it challenging for those with significant mobility issues. Visits are almost exclusively part of guided island hopping tours (e.g., Coron Island Hopping Tour A), which typically cost PHP 1,200-1,800 per person and usually include the entrance fee; solo visits are impractical. The best time to visit is during the dry season (November to May) for ideal weather and calmer seas, though tours operate year-round, subject to weather conditions. Visitors usually spend 1 to 1.5 hours at the lake itself as part of a full-day tour. For preservation, visitors are often advised against wearing sunscreen or insect repellent. Arriving early in the morning via the first tour is recommended to avoid crowds and experience its serene beauty.