The Dark Beauty of Black Island

Hidden in the northern part of Busuanga is Black Island (Malajon Island) — a raw paradise where black limestone cliffs rise sharply above white sand and turquoise water. At first glance, the island looks dramatic and almost otherworldly. But its true charm waits inside the caves.

The moment you step in, the air cools and the light shifts. Freshwater pools appear inside the stone chambers, clear and still like secret mirrors. Locals say many travelers come just to take a dip here, away from the sun and salt. It feels like stumbling on a hidden world carved by nature itself.

Step back outside and the island opens wide with more to see. The beach is soft under your feet, the sea clear enough to spot corals and fish without even diving. For thrill-seekers, there’s also a WWII shipwreck close by, resting quietly under the waves and a piece of history you can swim over.

The journey to Black Island isn’t the quickest — you’ll ride a van from Coron town to Busuanga, then take a boat to reach the shore. But once you see those dark cliffs rising against the blue horizon, you’ll forget the long trip. Inside the caves of Black Island Coron with freshwater pools”Black Island is more than a stop on your Palawan tour. It’s where beauty and mystery meet — caves that feel alive, seas that hold stories, and a beach that stays with you long after you leave.