Ursula Island
This tiny island protects a number of rare bird species by only allowing visitors to set foot on the beach.

πŸ“œ A small island bird sanctuary with pristine white sand, located offshore from the municipality of Bataraza, Philippines.
πŸ” Visitors are restricted to the beach to protect rare bird species.

Why Go

🐦 Protects rare bird species, mainly pigeons
🐚 Activities like shell collecting, sand castle building, volleyball, birdwatching
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Nature walks around the entire coastline

Why Avoid

🚫 Permits required from Provincial Environment & Natural Resources Office (PENRO) of Palawan for entry
β›” Forbidden to leave the beach and enter the fiercely-protected wooded area
🐍 Reportedly a number of snakes within the wooded area
πŸ—‘οΈ Trash from mainland has begun washing up on some parts

Tips

πŸ“ Secure necessary permissions from the Provincial Environment Office in Puerto Princesa.
🚒 Hire a boat from Coral Bay port to reach the island.

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