Amanpulo, Sulu Sea, Palawan

Cerulean sky and turquoise sea merge at Amanpulo, a whisper-quiet private island retreat in the Philippines. Part of the Cuyo Archipelago, northwest of Palawan Island, guests arrive by private plane to the island’s own airstrip.

LOCATION

Amanpulo’s powdery white-sand beach stretches the full 6.5-kilometre perimeter of the island, enclosing an unspoilt tropical wilderness. A coral reef awaits exploration just offshore in the pristine waters of the Sulu Sea. Home to its own airstrip, Amanpulo is reached by direct flight from Manila International Airport.

CASITAS & VILLAS

Loosely modelled after native bahay kubo dwellings with an open-plan, twin-roofed design, Amanpulo’s Casitas offer direct beach access via sandy footpaths, magnificent views of the turquoise Sulu Sea from the hillside, or seclusion within the forest canopy. Broad wooden decks, hammocks in secluded bowers and pebble-washed walls are just some of the traditional island elements included. Two Casitas have private plunge pools. Just steps from the beach in secluded settings along Pamalican’s shore, Amanpulo’s Villas offer consummate privacy. Designed for seamless indoor-to-outdoor living, each one is arranged around an expansive swimming pool with outdoor lounging and dining areas, and one, two or four separate bedroom pavilions. A club car per bedroom invites independent exploration of the island.

HIGHLIGHTS

Whether it is sailing or scuba diving, windsurfing or simply frolicking in the water, Amanpulo offers an abundance of aquatic activities, all available to novices and experts alike. On land, tennis courts and bicycles are complemented by nature walks, which take in the lush indigenous plants as well as the dozens of bird species that make seasonal homes on the island and the nesting sites of green and hawksbill sea turtles. At night, an astronomical refracting telescope helps get up close to the stars. The ultimate getaway from city life, Amanpulo allows guests of Charlotte Travel to freely roam on the island to explore the wonders of its natural beauty. Be sure to let the team of Travel Advisors know if you would like us to book you into any private tours, treatments or romantic private dining experiences at sites on the private island.