Long before Secret Paradise Resort & Turtle Sanctuary existed, Turtle Bay was simply a quiet corner of Palawan where nature set the pace of life. The bay takes its name from the sea turtles that have visited these shores for generations, returning year after year to nest on our beaches.

Between October and February, turtles come ashore under the cover of darkness to lay their eggs in the sand. Some years, we are fortunate enough to witness up to 50 nests along Turtle Bay.

After about 60 days, tiny hatchlings emerge and begin one of nature’s most extraordinary journeys.

We carefully monitor and document nesting activities and do our best to help protect nests from natural predators such as monitor lizards, birds, and stray dogs until the hatchlings reach the sea. One of the most magical moments in Turtle Bay is watching hundreds of baby turtles make their first journey across the sand toward the ocean. Yet nature is fragile. It is often said that out of 1,000 hatchlings, only one may survive to adulthood.

Around 20 years later, that survivor may return to the very same beach where its life began, continuing a cycle that has existed for countless generations.

Beyond turtle conservation, we care for our bay through regular beach cleanups, responsible tourism, and respect for the natural environment that surrounds us.

We believe that paradise is not something we own — it is something we protect, cherish, and share.

Every guest who visits Turtle Bay becomes part of that story.

Welcome to Turtle Bay. Welcome to Secret Paradise.