Wow loved Discovery Island. Our adventure starts at the airport, where what seems to be 20 people are crammed into a mini van. We then drive at break neck speed over roads, paths, and cattle farms. We arrive at Coron docks and board a small boat for a relaxing 10 minute ride to the island. The island is just off shore by a few hundred feet, but is worlds away from Coron town. The island itself is a lush paradise.
We are greeted with iced tea by the staff. They quickly explain our tour option for the following days, and show us around. The resort has A few simple amenities. Pool, restaurant and bar. The cabins we stayed in are simple rooms. They have two twin beds, a table and two lamps. There is a bathroom with shower , sink and toilet. But be warned sometimes we had no water. Hey it's a island adventure! I just showered at the pool. Remember the reason you are here is ocean fun.
We did three tours one per day. Coron Island tour, Malcpuya tour, and Pass island. All are worth the trip. Our tour guide/ fixer/ lifeguard was Eliz. She is the best! Full of local knowledge, and fun. She masterfully guided us thru the next three days, juggling our schedule to arrive at locations without the crowds! The Kayangan lake stop is worth the entire journey! For it we climb 300 steps up the side of the mountain with to a fresh water lake. The is the most beautiful place I have ever seeen!
Note: the Discovery island Resort Dive Center is very hilly. The step to our cottage are very steep, and uneven.
You have the option of dining at the restaurant on the island of taking a boat in to town. The boat runs every 20 minutes. Just check in at the bar and they will schedule you. They also do a good job of keeping up with who has gone into town, so everyone is accounted for. The food one the island is good as anything in town. read more