Barracuda Lake

This is a unique lake in Coron. Due to different salinities the temperature of the water changes quickly depending on the depth you are swimming. This makes the lake ideal for freediving. When at the surface you get an eerie feeling when looking at the limestone formations disappearing in the depths. Fortunately, the lake is only inhabited by barracuda who are not dangerous for humans (although they are not seen very often) and small bottom feeder fish. If you do a boat tour this lake is worth a visit!

Gorgeous lake! It’s so warm. Great for free diving so make sure you rent some flippers!

Known for a huge barracuda in there but apparently friendly.

A few aggressive little fish that bite you!

Baracuda Lake in Coron, Philippines—a surreal spot where layers of fresh and saltwater create a unique thermal stratification. The temperature changes as you dive, offering a fascinating underwater experience.

Freediving and Scuba diving is one of the best experience here.

It’s the second stop of our ultimate tour.
The rock around the path and the lake are so incredible.
I can’t do free diving so I’m really impressed someone who can do it.
However, I’ve tried to take a picture with opened eyes under the water.

Such a gem in Coron. Clean, blue-green, and captivating. The tall rock formation will greet you above, and the inviting waters will get you excited for a dip!

The funny thing is that I haven’t seen a barracuda during my visit 😅

This is part of the Super Ultimate Coron tour.

One of a kind -Best views and crystal clear water! Highly recommended. One of the best spot in Coron Palawan. The lake is few minutes hike from the boat and challenging paths like small wooden steps above big sharp rocks. It is not very safe for people have mobility and balance issue. If you are going island hoping bring cash with you because theres some snack stands in the island that sells everything from all kinds of beverages, alcohol, hot bananaque and fresh coconut drinks.

Awesome experience! Affordable and worth a day out of your vacation.

The final island tour is typically included in the Tour B package. Snorkeling, free diving, and swimming are all popular activities here. The lake is calm, quiet and warm. This lake is accessible by a set of wooden stairs; however, be cautious because they may become slippery when wet. The view is stunning, particularly underwater, where you can see limestone rock formations and schools of fish swimming alongside you.

One off the stops when going on the tour around Coron -if you lucky you might see divers

In Coron, Barracuda Lake is known for its diving site, where you can find bones of fish on the shoreline. Salt and freshwater, which is the optimum temperature to dive in, are accompanied by blue lakes and scenery. A normal island-hopping excursion in Coron also includes a visit to Barracuda Lake.
Before you reach the pier, you'll observe limestone cliffs towering above the ocean as you take a boat ride to the lake. It's amongst the most magical experiences you'll have on your Coron tour. Before jumping into the blue waves, take a lot of pictures and movies. Bring deeper scuba gear or go freediving to feel the lake's thermal gradient. The forms of the lake make for a lovely view.
How to get there
You may either join a group excursion (Coron Island Tour) or hire a private boat to Barracuda Lake from Coron Town Proper.
Best time to visit
Highly recommended to visit during summer months. Go early in the morning when the location is less congested. Because the lake's entry is narrow, it might be busy during peak hours.
Entrance fee
There is an entrance fee to Barracuda Lake

Freediving paradise. Me and my family have a superb experience. The cold and hot water will amaze you.

Barracuda Lake is located at the north shore of Coron Island in the Philippines. This location offers one of the most awesome diving experiences in the world. Occasionally referred to as Luluyuan Lake by locals, its crystal blue waters hidden between majestic rocky formations does not actually have barracudas and other wildlife. Instead, divers can experience a thermocline and halocline unlike anywhere else.

Starting out on the surface of the lake, divers, swimmers, and scuba enthusiasts can expect temperatures around 82 degrees Fahrenheit. But as you descend into the depths of the lake, around 45 to 50 feet down, the temperature drastically changes to just over 100 degrees Fahrenheit (to put that in perspective, most people keep their hot tubs at 104 degrees, so it’s best to forego a wetsuit here).

Good for diving and swimming. We’re lucky it’s not crowded when we visit it. We had so much fun! We will come back for sure 😍👍🏻

It has crystal-clear water where you can see the bottom of the lake and also the rocks there. Its truly a secret paradise because of the unique location.

Beautiful place, amazing clear water and hot springs at the bottom. Great place for freediving.
Quite crowded though.

Also stunning and beautiful, make sure you leave early to avoid crowds. I highly recommend getting a private tour so you set your own times

Don't miss this awesome place in Coron – it's a must-visit. Highly recommended for a memorable experience.

Another lake with great view! Our boat is big so we can't dock near the drop off point so we had to float to go there. Yes! Float because the tour guides just dragged us while we're doing a human centipede formation. Must have here is an underwater camera for free diving pictures or just rock climbing underwater.

Such a majestic view! Rock formations beneath are the best.

I just hope that there’ll be more space to sit on because it gets too crowded.

Clean and clear freshwater lake. Surrounded by unique shapes of rock formation.