Luzon, Philippines

Canigaran Beach

Canigaran Beach is a hidden gem located in Puerto Princessa. Known for its natural beauty, the beach offers an affordable family fun option. Even during low tide, the beach maintains its charm and beauty. The beach is surrounded by abundant wildlife, amazing mangroves, and fresh air. Visitors often get to see vintage planes flying in formation overhead and modern airplanes bringing tourists to the island.

One of the unique features of Canigaran Beach is the option to rent a floating cottage. These cottages are towed by a small boat to a beautiful sandbar. The water around the sandbar is knee-length deep and there is a small beach area where visitors can relax and enjoy their time. The floating cottages are equipped with a small kitchen, allowing visitors to bring their own BBQ supplies. However, visitors are advised to plan ahead as there are no washrooms on board the floating cottages. The boatman can quickly take visitors back to the shore if needed.

Discover places to stay near Canigaran Beach and enjoy the thrill of spotting vintage planes flying overhead.

The beach is also a great spot for snorkeling. Visitors have reported seeing a good amount of starfish and other marine life. Despite its proximity to the city, Canigaran Beach offers a tranquil and relaxing environment, making it a perfect spot for a chilling afternoon.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and affordability of the beach, with its abundant wildlife, amazing mangroves, and vintage planes flying overhead adding to the charm. The option to rent a floating cottage and chill on a sandbar is particularly appreciated by visitors. However, the lack of washroom facilities on the boats and the need to bring your own food and drinks are common complaints.

Where to Stay near Canigaran Beach?

If you’re planning a trip to Canigaran Beach, consider staying in Puerto Princesa City, which offers a range of accommodations from budget hostels to luxury hotels. Many visitors enjoy the convenience of staying in the city, allowing them to explore both the beach and other attractions such as the Puerto Princesa Underground River.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Canigaran Beach?

Latitude: 9.7385608 / Longitude: 118.7722477

Canigaran Beach is located in Luzon. The following map of Canigaran Beach shows the exact location.

Canigaran Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
Today is a challenging day for a beach visit, and you should likely reconsider your plans for Canigaran Beach. While the air temperature is a warm 30.1 °C and the sea temperature is a pleasant 30.7 °C, the weather is quite unsettled. Expect persistent, moderate rain throughout the day, which will definitely dampen your time on the sand. The wind is noticeable, creating some choppy conditions that make relaxing near the water less than ideal. With a high UV Index of 8.9, the sun remains strong even through the clouds, so please be mindful of your skin if you do venture out. Overall, the combination of constant rain and shifting winds makes this a poor day for swimming or lounging by the shore.
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Air

Low / High25.5°C/30.1°C
Feels Like (High)36.8°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature30.7 °C
Wave Height0.2 m
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Rain

Rain Chance100%
Rainfall2.3 mm
Rain Duration9 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:50/18:15
Sunshine Hours12.0 hrs
UV Index8.9
Cloud Cover16%
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Wind

Speed13.1 km/h
Gusts33.1 km/h
DirectionNE

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