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Major city · Philippines

Culion IslandIsla de Culion

Spend 1–2 days on Culion: one day for town, Pulang Lupa viewpoint; a second day only if waterfalls are reachable or you arrange diving/boat trips.

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Culion offers a quiet backwater vibe, historic leper‑colony sites and easy‑access nature spots. One full day covers the town, museum and Pulang Lupa view; a second day lets you reach the north waterfalls or join a dive/boat charter.

basic guide: no trip line yet
More
3 pages, for the metro and roaming-off days
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
see forecast
Currency
PHP
Best months
Dec–May
avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season)
Airport
USU
Nights
1–2

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide for Culion Island: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
  • Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
  • Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
  • Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
  • Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
  • Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Culion Island911 ▾
  • Police911
  • Fire and ambulance911

Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.

EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Culion Island, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

former leper colonyPulang Lupa viewpointnorth‑side waterfalls
Airports
USU Busuanga (Coron) Airport

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  5. May

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →

Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F) low), wettest Jul (14 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Culion Island: next 7 days

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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.

Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

Mar

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

6 rd

Apr

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

7 rd

May

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

9 rd

Jun

32°C (90°F)

26°C (79°F)

12 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

14 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

13 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

11 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

8 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

25°C (77°F)

6 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Town is walkable; tricycles and motorbikes for hire; jeepney runs to Cabulihan and Bonongan around noon.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Pulang Lupa viewpoint

go

Door to door: check

Tricycle or walk 4 km (2.5 mi) south of town

Panoramic view of red soil hills and surrounding islands.

North waterfalls

go

Door to door: ≈½ day

Hire tricycle/motorbike north, then off‑road track and short walk; boat charter possible

Swimmable pools in forest setting; locals can help with river crossing.

Diving with Gerd Schulte

caution

Door to door: ≈3 h

Arrange via phone +63 9282227833; boat launch from harbor

Check availability and price in advance.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Town guesthouses

small family‑run rooms in Culion town

Culion Hotel

few‑room hotel, easiest for luggage

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₱1,200–1,800 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
Mid
₱2,000–2,800 (≈ US$40–50) excl. bed
High
₱3,500 (≈ US$65)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Guesthouse room2 × 1 night × ₱1,200₱2,400
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱2,000₱4,000
Ferry one‑way (Coron ↔ Culion)2 × ₱280 · check₱560
Motorbike hire (full day)2 × ₱500 · check₱1,000
eSIM data (1 week)2 × ₱1,500 · check₱3,000
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₱1,100
Trip total≈ ₱6,030 per person per day, bed included₱12,060≈ US$250

2026 estimate in PHP; flights and ferry not included.

Watch out

Safety

Culion is generally safe; respect local customs, keep valuables secure, and verify ferry times.
  • Confirm current ferry departure and return times with Montenegro Lines, as schedules may have changed.

Emergency numbers

Police
911
Fire and ambulance
911

Pocket card

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Culion IslandIsla de Culion

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My bed tonight

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Punta dito, pakiTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police117
  • Fire and ambulance117

Embassy

US Embassy in Manila; contact for consular assistance.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Coron → Culion ferry: about ₱279 (≈ US$5) per person, 1 h (check)
  • Tricycle ride town‑to‑Pulang Lupa: ≈₱50–80, 10 min

Say or show

  • Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah-sen-sha na)
  • Salamat — Thank you (sa-la-mat)
  • Magkano ito? — How much is this? (mag-ka-no i-to)
  • Nasaan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (na-san ang ban-yo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Culion Island. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Dec–May · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 1 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Ferry from Coron to Culion (hourly) – ensure return timing.
  2. Tricycle/motorbike hire for intra‑island travel.
  3. Boat charter for remote sites or diving.

Meanwhile

Back to Philippines

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