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Dao Island is an ancient tropical paradise. A rare, titled private island for sale in Coron, Busuanga, Palawan. Palawan is one of the top beach and island destinations for resort development in the Philippines. This beautiful 47.9-hectare private island is known as the jewel of Busuanga’s bays, with the most pristine and prestigious location in an area of outstanding natural beauty, crystal clear waters, and lush tropical forest. In fact, it is the only known private island for sale in Palawan with significant clear title (with no underlying indigenous claim) suitable for tourism and resort development, making it an ideal turnkey opportunity for a commercial resort operation. The island is for sale and is uninhabited except for our resident caretakers. Dao Island remains in a pristine state with no development work ever carried out on the property. PHYSICAL DETAILS Property type: Titled private island with fine, white sand, tropical beach with zoning for tourism development. Location: Busuanga (Coron), Calamianes Archipelago, Palawan, Philippines. Latitude 12.0536147, longitude 119.79037210000001. Size: 47.9 hectares (13.79 hectares titled, remainder with exclusive usage rights issued by the government). Notable features: Beautiful, uninhabited and pristine island property with an uninterrupted 1.1km crescent-shaped white sand beach. The island has no mangroves and a total of 3.3km of coastline, including several smaller beach coves, 80 meter high cliffs, lush rainforest coverage with rare trees, mature coconut palms, extensive (live) fringe coral reef system, and well-documented wildlife. All set within a secluded location, yet under 30 minute speedboat ride from 12 World War II wreck dives, local towns and tourism attractions. Several four and five star private island resorts are also within 30 minutes speedboat travel. Also featured are a fresh water source and strong cell phone signal with data on the island. ACQUISITION DETAILS Current tenure: Locally incorporated holding company has acquired all rights (transferable/assignable/alienable) to the 47.9 hectare private island in Palawan. The rights are comprised of 1 clear title for 13.79 hectares of flat, beach-adjacent land (undisputed and owned by one family since 1940); two tax declarations for the entire remaining elevated forest land (exclusive usage rights issued by the government). Selling Party: Local/Foreign tourism developer. Two directors with ultimate decision making abilities. Meticulous attention to detail and compliance and an understanding of the needs of other private island or resort developers. Can provide liaison professional services for a new buyer to familiarize them with general Filipino or more local, regional policy. Potential tenure: Transfer of title to an individual buyer or buyer’s own holding structure is possible. If a local or foreign buyer is unstructured in the Philippines, a simple purchase of shares in the current holding company structure can complete the transaction. Tax declarations may be replaced with a long-term government lease if requested by the buyer (FLAGT). Special economic zone benefits can apply. DUE DILIGENCE Full due diligence pack available upon request for fully funded entities with local legal counsel appointed. Planning permissions acquired: ECC (Environmental Compliance Certificate), Local Government Unit planning permissions and building permits for 100 stand-alone villas and resort facilities/amenities. Preliminary surveys for power and water infrastructure in place, comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment completed for model development configuration of 100 villas. Liens/Encumbrances: None. Permits and Certifications: NCIP (National Commission of Indigenous Peoples) certification of title being exempt from potential indigenous claims, Memorandum of Agreement with local indigenous community for tenure and development rights over the non-titled portion of the island currently held via tax declaration, HLURB (Housing Land Use Regulatory Board) certification of Tourism Zoning. DENR (Department of Environment and Natural Resources and DA (Department of Agriculture) certifications for Tourism Zoning of the title. Corporate Holding Structure: Comprehensive and compliant Filipino holding structure and development company (with offshore component) incorporated and operated compliantly since 2007. Holding structure owns all rights to the island – the structure can be transferred/assigned or replaced/amended. Government / Private Consultations: Full local government unit compliance, legal compliance, Full local government unit compliance, legal compliance, DENR compliance, SEC and BIR compliance. All incorporation and capitalizations completed with “big 5” audit supervision.

An archipelago without compare. Palawan is one of Southeast Asia’s most exciting tourism destinations for private islands. It is now widely recognized as one of the fastest growing tourism hotspots in not only the Philippines, but Asia too. Consisting of over 1,700 islands, award-winning beaches, Palawan is host to Asia’s only world heritage marine site, world-class wreck dives and turquoise tropical seas; Palawan is a resort developers’ paradise. Dao Island benefits from being located in the Coron Busuanga region of northern Palawan, which is classified as one of the Philippines’ three “Super Regions” for priority tourism development, funding and promotion as part of the government’s national tourism master plan. Busuanga is the main island at the northern end of the Palawan Archipelago, with Coron being its largest town. Dao Island is located on the Western side of Busuanga, the jewel among Busuanga’s private islands with the perfect mix of accessibility, seclusion, and access to major tourist sites. Private islands for sale in Palawan are rare, but even more rare are islands for sale with title. Islands Magazine One of the top 20 island destinations to live and the next property hotspot. Film Commission Islands Magazine Palawan chose as the location for Hollywood film, Bourne Legacy. National Geographic Traveler Magazine Film Commission The best Island destination in East and Southeast Asia.National Geographic Traveler Magazine <h6>INFRASTRUCTURE</h6> Busuanga airport was the subject of a USD3 million upgrade in 2008. Pre-upgrade the airport could only accommodate 12 seater planes, and accordingly saw modest growth in tourism arrivals. After the upgrade was completed the airport was able to accommodate 50 to 90 seater aircraft and is now one of the top tourism destinations in the Philippines. Whilst the airport was being upgraded, the road system around the whole of Busuanga’s major tourism centers also benefited from being paved. A new road has recently opened in February, 2018 that leads directly from the airport to the Western side of Busuanga. This is where the preferred launch point to Dao Island is located. With the new road now open, the drive time from the airport has been reduced from 1 hour to only 30 minutes. This now sees the launch point to Dao Island being a shorter drive from the airport than Coron Town itself. RECENT RESORT DEVELOPMENTS The paving of the road has opened up the Western side of Bususanga Island to tourism. Most development activity centers around Gutob Bay, which is the location of Dao Island. Gutob Bay is served by several resorts on the mainland, clustered around the Puerto del Sol Resort. There is a deep-water harbor, burgeoning yacht club and marina, a well-established technical dive center and several resorts. The Resorts include: [gallery type="rectangular" ids="267,268,269"] <a title="Visit" href="http://daoisland.com/visit/">See your resort options for visitors here.</a> <h6>RECENT PRIVATE ISLAND RESORT DEVELOPMENTS</h6> [gallery type="rectangular" ids="265,257,255"] TOURISM ARRIVAL STATISTICS Busuanga is served by a modern airport facility and comprehensive network of paved roads that lead tourists to some of the finest beaches in Asia, magical private islands, coral reefs and wreck dives. With promotion and demand increasing rapidly amongst both foreign and local tourists, there has been a large increase in tourism arrivals in recent years. In 2016 the tourism arrivals for all of Palawan totaled over 1.1 million, which is a 15% growth rate over 2015’s figures. These statistics do not account for the countless number arriving via sea in small cruise vessels, dive charters, yachts and passenger ferries.

The jewel of Busuanga's bays. You can easily access Dao Island from Manila as it is located within the well-serviced tourism hotspot of Busuanga Coron. There are several commercial or private transport options available, and many choices for accommodation. For land and sea connections, do contact us directly and we can help you coordinate - you can also review the suggestions below. Please note that you should give us advance notice of any visit to Dao Island so that we can confirm access with our island team - it's a private island and unannounced arrivals are like to be denied. Please note, there are no permanent structures on the island, so day trips with an overnight stay in a nearby resort is your best bet. Great camping is available for the more adventurous. COMMERCIAL ACCESS 1 hour flight from Manila to Coron/Busuanga airport (several scheduled flights per day operated by Cebu Pacific Air (<a href="http://cebupacificair.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://cebupacificair.com/&source=gmail&ust=1519789931499000&usg=AFQjCNE0IXT8fWJueQzKEC2BguxpBTI3hw">cebupacificair.com</a>), Philippine Airlines (<a href="http://philippineairlines.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://philippineairlines.com/&source=gmail&ust=1519789931499000&usg=AFQjCNHixOK8N0kfV18swywKVA42esjz6Q">philippineairlines.com</a>), and SkyJet (<a title="skyjetair.com" href="http://skyjetair.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://skyjetair.com/&source=gmail&ust=1519789931499000&usg=AFQjCNGqhr9WRCM1p3S2LlfHulEbVbY8mA">skyjetair.com</a>). There are also scheduled flights directly from Clark and Cebu to Busuanga. Upon arrival it is a 30 minute drive from the airport to the launch point, then a 30 minute speedboat ride to the island.[/su_column] [su_column size="1/2"] PRIVATE ACCESS Via seaplane from Manila with (<a href="http://airjuan.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">airjuan.com</a>). You can travel via semi-scheduled seaplane flight from Manila to a nearby resort (30 minute speedboat ride away) for $250 per person each way. Or they can arrange a private seaplane chartered from Manila directly to Dao Island for $2,275 each way (up to 8 pax covered). <a href="http://daoisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DOAISLAND-MAP.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-391" src="http://daoisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/DOAISLAND-MAP.jpg" alt="" width="100%" height="auto" /></a> NEARBY ACCOMMODATION Pierhouse Resort <a href="http://www.pierhouselodging.ph">www.pierhouselodging.ph</a> Relaxing, charming budget option (no air-con, no pool). Located in Concepcion village with a beautiful 60 minute Bangka (local, slower pump-boat) ride to Dao Island. Good food and hospitality. Puerto Del Sol <a href="http://www.puertodelsol.com.ph">www.puertodelsol.com.ph</a> Mid-range resort located in a bay on the west side of Busuanga with deep-water moorings (basic yacht club facilities) and an advanced dive center (<a href="http://www.discoverydivers.com">www.discoverydivers.com</a>). Has a pool, nice restaurant and bar. 30 minute speedboat adventure ride to Dao Island. Busuanga Bay Lodge <a href="http://www.busuangabaylodge.com">www.busuangabaylodge.com</a> – seaplane access via Air Juan Four star property with modern, well-appointed villas and infinity pool overlooking a beautiful bay (the same bay as Puerto del Sol and Alfaro resorts). It has a deep sea fishing charter boat and a speedboat for rental (you can use their speedboat if staying at the other resorts mentioned above) - 30 minute speedboat ride to Dao Island. Huma Island Resort <a href="http://www.humaisland.com">www.humaisland.com</a> – seaplane access via Air Jaun Luxurious 5 star private island resort. Located 15 minutes from the mainland in the middle of the bay of islands of which Dao Island is the premium location. Pool, spa, sunset cruises, several restaurants. They have speed boats for rental and it is only a 15 minute speed boat ride to Dao Island. Alfaro Resort <a href="http://www.alfaropalawan.com/ ">www.alfaropalawan.com </a> Mid-range resort on top of a high hill at the entrance of a large bay. Magnificent views and sunsets. Private bungalows and pool. Note, there is a steep climb to reach the resort from the pier. 30 minute speedboat ride to Dao Island. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS CALAUIT ISLAND GAME RESERVE <a href="http://www.calauitisland.com">www.calauitisland.com</a> Covering an area of 3,700 hectares Calauit Island Wildlife Sanctuary is home to both endemic animals and African wildlife. At first eight species of African animals from Kenya, which include giraffes, zebras, impalas, waterbucks, bushbacks, gazelles, elands and topis were introduced. They now live in harmony with endemic Philippine animals like the Calamian mouse-deer, bearcat, Palawan peacock pheasant sea turtles and Philippine crocodiles. Their numbers have increased from a hundred to well over six-hundred as they thrive in their new Pacific home. [gallery type="rectangular" ids="299,298,300"] Travel time from West Nalaut: 60mins BLACK ISLAND Is a nature reserve with limestone cliffs towering hundreds of meters high. It’s covered with lush, green jungle hiding caves with natural freshwater swimming pools inside. It has a beautiful white sand beach for swimming, and at low tide you can see an old shipwreck just meters off the shore. The towering cliffs are also known for their bird nests. [gallery type="rectangular" ids="306,307,322"] Travel time from West Nalaut: 15-20 mins CORON ISLAND Is considered one of the most beautiful places in all of Palawan. It boasts lagoons, coral formations, hiking, caves, limestone rock formations and one of the clear sand cleanest lakes in Asia. Is is also an important indigenous sire, protected under native title law. Its coastline is dotted with small white sand beaches situated in private caves below towering, dramatic cliffs. Close by is a hot spring ideal for relaxing at the end of a day trip. [gallery type="rectangular" ids="319,311"] Travel time from West Nalaut: 1.5hours CORON WORLD WAR II WRECK DIVES Include 10 Japanese Supply ships that were sunk during a battle in World War II. Three of the ships are ideal for snorkeling while others lay in deeper water suitable for diving. Ships range in size from 5- to over 170 meters long. They include gun-ship, a sea plane service boat, freighters and tankers. Most of the wrecks have beautiful coral formations and a large variety of marine life including large fish, turtles and rays. The aquatic views from the sunken Japanese ships off Busuanga Island are listed in Forbes Traveller Magazine's top-10 best scuba diving sites in the world. [gallery type="rectangular" ids="316"] Travel time from West Nalaut: 20-45mins (for 9 of the 10 Wrecks) GUTOB BAY Gutob Bay is home to Dao Island. One of 33 white sand tropical islands, fringed by live coral reefs and abundant sea life. Often dolphins, manatees, whale sharks, manta rays, turtles and a large variety of game fish can be seen. The area is ideal for island hopping, diving, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing and adventure sports. There is a local indigenous population living on one island making an opportunity for cultural visits. <center><img src="http://daoisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/gutob-bay.jpg" alt="Gutob Bay" /></center>

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