The Philippines is regarded as an island-based archipelago nation. There are now about 7,640 islands in the Philippines as of 2024, divided into three main island groups: Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Every island in our nation has a unique beauty and richness that visitors always wish to see.
Luzon is renowned for its beaches, mountains, coral reefs, and Manila, the nation’s capital. Boracay, one of the best beaches in the nation, is located in the Visayas. Finally, Mindanao is renowned for its breathtaking forests and beaches. They have a long history and are well-known in the tropical fruit industry.
Siargao Island
This island is known as the “Surfing Capital of the Philippines” and has nine municipalities. Because of it world-class waves, it makes it easier to be love by the surfers. Aside from surfing activity, they are also open for cave exploration and rock climbing. Another reason by tourists visit this island is because of its remarkable landscapes, crystal-clear water, and the vibe itself.
Rope Swing at Maasin Secret River, is the popular activity you can enjoy if you are in to this kind of adventure and experience. The main highlight here is to experience the swing and have a good photo in this quiet and beautiful place. There will be a local guide that will help you to climb up the palm tree. There is 20-peso payment for the entrance fee, another 20-peso to have someone take your photos, and 200-peso for the boat you can ride for 20-minute.
Surf at Cloud 9, this place is known for its strong wave that is good for tourist and local who are expert in surfing. Take note that the wave here is not for beginners but for the expert. Aside from that you can also witness here the combination of amazing sunset and the sound of the waves it offers. Lastly, if you are not into crowded places you can just pass this place but you can also observe and just appreciate the surroundings.
Naked Island, as in just like its name, this island does not have any facilities nor trees. It is just plain white sand that is surrounded by water. Most of the people go here and take this opportunity to get tan and have epic photo and walking in this 60 feet long island. You can bring your own snorkeling equipment and be with the marine life or have a quick swim in the water if the sun gets hotter.
Bohol Island
This island is known for having the Chocolate Hills and Tarsier as their top tourist attraction. But aside from those, this island also offers few white sand beaches you can enjoy.
Chocolate Hills, it was name because of its changing color during summer season. There is no other activity here aside from admiring the view, but for sure it is worth looking for. A lot of tourists go here just to have few pictures even if its crowded and willing to wait for their spot.
Tarsiers Sanctuary, it was established for the purpose of protecting these endangered species and still be open for tourist. This place offers cafeteria, audiovisual room, and library that talks about Tarsiers. Tourist never fail to miss this itinerary because this is the only place where you can find it aside from Samar and Leyte.
Loboc River Cruise, after a very tiring activities in the water or touring yourself in chocolate hills and tarsier sanctuary, you can give yourself a good buffet lunch or dinner in Loboc River Cruise. It is known as floating restaurants that also have musicians to serenade you and other tourist.
Alona Beach, this beach offers you a soft white sand and clear water that you will also appreciate aside from Boracay and Palawan. This place is considered as paradise for many divers and tourist who love snorkeling. You can try their cuisines and have a nice walk at the beach while appreciating the sunset.
Hundred Island
This island was created with the purpose of protecting the wildlife and coral reefs that has been found in Northern Philippines. There’s a lot of activities you can do in this Island, such as Island hopping, banana boat, paragliding, skiing, kayaking, and diving.
Governor’s Island, this island is the most famous tourist attraction in Hundred Island with its pristine light-brown sandy beach and clear water. This place also offers sunbathing, swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, 500-step hiking that leads up to 564-meter zip line.
Quezon Island, this island also offers kayaking and snorkeling that you can even rent an equipment in the island. The name of this island was s tribute to former President Manuel L. Quezon as he declared Hundred Island as the Philippines’s first national park in 1940.
Children’s Island, this islands based on its name is good for family who have children because of the depth of the water. This place also offers kayaking and swimming and has powdery sand unlike other islands that have rough texture.
