To say that Coron is beautiful is perhaps an understatement. The island, due to its majestic beauty, mesmerizing beaches, and superb scenery surrounded by limestone cliffs, is essentially a piece of heaven on Earth.

The third-largest island in the Calamian Islands, Coron is located in northern Palawan. Coron’s outlying picturesque island destinations exude a more laid-back, quiet, and homely ambiance. The island is most well-known as one of the best places in the world for wreck diving due to the handful of WWII shipwrecks permanently entombed off its marvelous shores. But even if you’ve no interest in diving, Coron makes the most majestic beach destination and is home to some of the most stunning places on the planet.

El, Nido is one of the country’s most photographed and all-time tourist destinations, and once you’ve seen the island, it’s not hard to see why.

Located in the northernmost tip of the province of Palawan, El Nido is a haven for stunning beaches with vibrant clear waters, breathtaking rock formations, hidden lagoons, and beautiful marine creatures. Island hopping tours in El Nido is one of the best reasons to visit the island. You can choose from different tour packages on the island and all tours promise a stunning experience.

While it’s a relatively ‘tiny’ tropical island, that doesn’t stop Boracay from being the country’s top tourist draw. The island has recently undergone a six-month rehabilitation period to bring it back to its former glory but has since reopened. 

Located in the midwest part of the Philippines, this paradise island does not disappoint with its dreamy white beaches, scenic views, vibrant nightlife, and perfect sunsets. With its powdery white sands, azure waters, and breezy climate, Boracay is easily a paradise for honeymooners, kite-surfers, parasailers, and scuba divers. Thus, it’s no wonder why the island continues to be a destination magnet for local and foreign travelers.

Found in the lower eastern part of Camarines Sur, amazing views and adventures await those who visit the Caramoan Group of Islands. Dubbed as the next El Nido, this hidden paradise group of islands boast of having magnificent white sandy beaches, clear waters, deep caves, fantastic coves, stunning limestone cliffs, and rich marine life.

The island’s remote location means it has remained unspoiled and unexploited unlike other hot beach spots in the country. And, if you haven’t known yet, Caramoan is one of the top favorite shooting locations of the hit TV reality show, Survivor. With an array of splendid natural wonders, Caramoan Islands take island hopping to a new dimension and offer incredible adventures for snorkelers, scuba divers, kayakers, rock climbers, and trekkers. 

Are you craving for breathtaking shorelines, crystal clear waters, and splendid natural views? Then Calaguas is waiting for you. Calaguas is a group of islands situated in Camarines Norte, off the municipalities of Vinzons and Paracale, and is now becoming one of the most frequent destinations for beachgoers, locals and foreigners alike. 

Many think these group of islands in the Bicol region will be the next Boracay, and for good reasons. Calaguas takes pride in its long stretch of powdery white sand beaches, clear turquoise waters, exceptional swimming spots, and picture-perfect refreshing natural views.

Just about 130 km south of the country’s capital, Manila, is Puerto Galera in Oriental Mindoro. Puerto Galera is often included in the list of the top favorite diving sites in the Philippines. While collectively called Puerto Galera, the three most ideal and popular places for tourists in the area are White Beach, Aninuan Beach, and Sabang Beach.

Puerto Galera boasts lush tropical jungle, alluring waterfall, perfectly fine white to cream sand beaches, and pristine waters. However, it’s most beautiful asset is arguably found underwater with its remarkably rich marine ecosystem.

If you look at the map, Siargao is a teardrop-shaped island in the South of the Philippines, located off the coast of Surigao del Norte. Known as the surf capital of the Philippines, Siargao is a surfing mecca you shouldn’t miss that boasts the best waves in the country. And, even if surfing is not your thing, the island has plenty to offer that don’t involve the waves. 

Surrounded by a vast number of palm trees, thick mangroves, fabulous beaches, and white sand, Siargao is oozing with island vibes that’ll make you want to come back for more. There is no shortage of sights to behold on the island, and you can do just about anything in this place too. There’s the jaw-dropping Sugba Lagoon and island hopping will take you to three fascinating islands closest to Siargao mainland namely, Naked Island, Guyam Island, and Daku Island. 

You can go paddleboarding, dive underwater, dip in enticing natural infinity pools, go game fishing or bird watching, feast in mouthwatering fresh seafood, and other local delicacies, or simply just busk under the sun off General Luna’s sand bar and powdery white sand. Finally, one of the best destinations you wouldn’t want to miss when you visit Siargao is Sohoton Cove National Park in Bucas Grande Island. Although it’s not actually in Siargao, dropping by this mesmerizing place dubbed as El Nido of the North will be an experience you’ll never forget.

While Bohol may be known across the world because of the Chocolate Hills and tarsiers, it also has its share of beautiful white beaches and world-class diving sites. Panglao, the southernmost part of Bohol, is home for alluring beaches that draw both Filipinos and foreign visitors.

As a popular tourist spot, Panglao boasts a vast array of hotels, resorts, and restaurants, and you can enjoy plenty of activities and exploring on the island, and go side-tripping in other awesome places in Bohol. You can go cliff diving, swimming with the turtles, watch the sunset, or go firefly watching.

Known as ‘Isla del Fuego’, or the island of fire, Siquijor is infamous among locals in the Philippines as home of the mystical unknown and witchcrafts. However, times have slowly changed, and Siquijor is now becoming one of the most interesting places to visit in the country. The island is particularly well-loved by tourists because of its beguiling waterfalls that include Cambugahay Falls, Lugnason Falls, and Locong Falls. And, some of the popular beach destinations on the island includes Salagdoong Beach Resort, Paliton Beach, and Tubod Beach.

With its bewitching waterfalls, captivating caves, and lovely beaches, Siquijor offers plenty of activities for its visitors despite its small size and remote location. Indeed, the island is filled with the magic of enchanting views and natural wonders, which makes Siquijor one of a kind.

An island located in the North of Cebu, Malapascua Island has attracted tourists both locals and foreigners because of its subtle yet relaxing natural beauty and rich marine sanctuary.

The island is particularly a haven for scuba divers with its world-class diving spots. Many divers also visit the island for the chance to have an encounter with Thresher Sharks, especially in Monad Shoal where these sharks can be seen daily before sunrise.

Here you can find plenty of diving shops that offer you a chance to get a glimpse of the island’s underwater assets - unspoiled reefs, beautiful colored fishes, and sunken treasures, such as the Japanese Wreck, Dona Marilyn, Wreck, and Don Macario Wreck.

And, even for non-divers Malapascua offers an unassertive appeal with its unspoiled gorgeous sandy bays and pristine beaches perfect for a laidback weekend or holiday getaway.

So, there you have it the top 10 ultimate beach destinations in the Philippines that every beach lover - local or foreign tourists - should include in their travel list.