Luli Island Palawan: A slice of Paradise or not?

The best time to visit the island is at low tide. The lower the tide, the more of the island you get for your money. You don’t want to come all this way just to get a small sliver of sand and a sign welcoming you!

Due to the sun directly shining on its powdery cream-colored sand, this looks like a desert in the middle of the sea. It is surrounded by clear emerald waters and accompanied by mangroves on a certain part. Meanwhile going there on high tides will only provide a view of its wooden cottages merely perched above the water that seems to be like just floating.

Luli is a touristy place and can get really crowded, especially in the swimming area. There is a low diving/jumping board to add a bit of excitement to swimming. Next to the swimming area is a picture-taking spot where tourists can do trick shots, overseen by a local who can take your photos for you (you may be expected to give a tip or donation).

• Activities: swimming, snorkeling, picture-taking, jet ski rental, banana boat
• Facilities: restaurant, bar, restrooms, hammocks, cottages (limited availability)

What is there to do on Luli Island?

At Luli Island, colorful flags dotted the curve of the sandbar, making it easier for people to spot its location once it disappears under the water. Many things to discover on this beautiful island, you and your family can swim and relax on the beach with white sand or you can dive to discover the beauty of the seabed.

Moreover, enjoying great food with a buffet lunch. This place is primarily a snorkeling spot. So prepare everything beforehand, and bring out the bread, and off you go to feed the fish. You will have a certain ticklish feel when having these tiny creatures dart forward and nibble at the bread in your hands until there is nothing left, and they’re still nibbling at your fingertips.

We spent my time there soaking in the water and applying sunscreen as often as possible. It was a lovely island, but after an hour I was ready to move on and explore somewhere new.

A Few Negatives

I must admit, it is a pretty island, but the designated swimming area is small and, very often over-crowded when several tour boats arrive at one time.

On the plus side, if you walk away from the main beach towards the trees at low tide you will see tons of interesting creatures in tide pools. Also, not many tourists go far out from the main beach, so you can find some solitude if that is what you are after.