This remote town faces the West Philippine sea and gives a spectacular sunset everyday. When I visited the town, electricity is rotational, so choose a hotel/hostel that operates their generator at night so you can have at least a fan. There are few restaurants and bar within this humble town so don't worry with the liquor supply when you visit Port Barton.

Port Barton is just a small town. No need to rend motorbike to roam around. You need to get tour packages to visit the islands via boat.

Port Barton may not be the top destination in Palawan, but once in a while, you may see this popping up on your IG feeds because of its unspoiled beaches, fantastic sunset, and that provincial vibe experience. If you want a beach escape with fewer tourists, Port Barton is just right for you.

Inaladelan Island or German Island is privately owned but some tour packages include this island. Lunch will be served on this island for tour packages. This island is worth your IG post, so include this on your tour package.

If you can dive, you will enjoy this. I've spotted a few turtles and even took pictures near them. Take caution from the water current, which may be a challenge when getting back to your boat.

This is a small sandbar with no trees but plenty of starfish around. It is the last stop of the island hopping.

The image below is the sample of tour packages, but you can customize it if private tours. Joiner starts at Php1500

San Vicente's Long Beach is far from Port Barton. There used to be boat trips between Port Barton to San Vicente, but according to the locals, they were canceled by the local government. The only option, for now, is a 3 hours trip by land. Van service is available.

Long Beach is a 14.7km long shoreline with fine light brown sand. The water here is clear with small waves good for kite surfing. Drone shots are impressive because you will see the long stretch of sand and coconut trees.

No drone when visiting the Long Beach in San Vicente? No worries. You may still see a birds eye view of this shoreline at Bato ni Ningning. Just hire a habal-habal or tricycle to get up there. Walk a little more bit and see the breath-taking view. Haggle with the price but rate usually starts at ~Php200

​

image by: @chrianraymd

Skyjet has a direct flight from Manila International Airport (code: MNL) to San Vicente Airport (code: SWL), while Philippine Airlines operate flights from Clark International Airport (code: CRK).*

​

No commercial flights yet due to the pandemic*

A common question you would hear from travelers.

San Vicente's Long Beach is now being developed to be leading tourist destination. Land value in this area is getting high but there are few establishments in the area. On the other hand, Port Barton's simplicity makes it more attractive. Still, it varies depending on what you want to see and experience.

When I traveled here, I went first to Long Beach for a quick swim then head to Port Barton and stayed for 2 nights.