The small island of Boracay, which is part of the Philippine archipelago, is often compared to Eden. With tall palm trees, azure waters and delightful white beaches, this stunning tropical island is the dream of the leisure traveler. Boracay successfully combines untouched nature with a developed tourist infrastructure in the form of nightclubs, modern active water sports centers, spa centers and comfortable hotels.
The local nature enchants the traveler with beaches with coconut trees, mysterious underwater caves, sparkling emerald sea and amazing landscapes. Vacationers here can alternate a measured beach holiday with water sports. Boracay is also a great place to organize noisy parties with friends.
Located 300 km from the capital of the state, Boracay has no international airport. From Manila, the island can be reached by local water transport.
2nd method - flight to Kalibo airport on Panay Island, from which you can get to the port in half an hour and get to the island by water.
3rd way - arrival at Panay Island Caticlan airport. From there, a water transport connection is also organized, delivering tourists to Boracay.
The island state is attractive for tourists all year round. The air temperature on the tropical island, even in winter, does not drop below +27 degrees Celsius. However, the tourist season begins in the last month of autumn and ends in May. In the rest of the months, the wet season is established (the rainy season of Tagulan), but it does not interfere with the beach holiday either. The cool Tag-lamig period lasts from December to February, and the hottest season, Tag-araw, lasts from March to May. The best time to relax is in winter, when the rainfall is least and not so hot.
Vacationers in Boracay are greeted by a hot tropical climate, a coast covered with sparkling white sand, hot sun and an atmosphere of tranquility and bliss. As experienced travelers 2yachts note, apart from beach recreation and observation of the richest underwater world, it is worthwhile to devote time to sightseeing of the island, among which stand out in particular:
You should also climb to the top of Mount Luho - the highest point in Boracay, where an equipped observation deck is located. From it you can the entire coast of the island. Walking along the main street of Boracay - Highway Central, you can visit the Catholic Church of St. Rosario, and the village of Din Ivid, near Bolabog Beach, is worth going to try traditional cuisine and visit local discos and bars.
As already mentioned, the 4-kilometer White beach in the south-west of the island with developed infrastructure is very popular. Among lovers of kitesurfing and windsurfing, Bolabog Beach is known, where there are many windsurf and kite schools with hotels of different levels, bars and restaurants. Perfect waves and good location make it popular among athletes. Also, this beach is suitable for families with children, as there is an organized recreation area for young visitors.
The remote Tambisaan Beach is not crowded, but no less famous. It has rare gazebos for privacy and relaxation. Shops along the coast offer cold drinks, ice cream and national delicacies.
The rocky and inaccessible Diniwid beach is located slightly north of White beach, but here you will not meet the crowds of tourists. The entrance to the water is shallow, the bottom is sandy, and stones are also encountered. Diniwid Beach is suitable for those seeking privacy and relaxation.
For guests on the island, bars, restaurants (from the most budgetary to luxurious), shops, nightclubs and pubs are open. After visiting the seafood market, you can go to any restaurant where a purchase from the market will be prepared according to a special recipe. Boracay is also famous among fans of beach parties and nightlife, numerous bars and nightclubs attract young people from all over the world.
The peculiarity of the island is the lack of transport we are used to. Tricycles are practically the only means of transportation. By renting a motor vehicle, you can go around the island, getting acquainted with its sights for 2-3 days.
The developed excursion program will not leave indifferent any tourist. Vacationers are offered ATV trips to the most interesting places, hiking and fishing on rented yachts, visits to waterfalls, trips to neighboring islands and helicopter tours. During various excursions, tourists can see panoramas opening from the top of Mount Luho, visit a musical cave, a cemetery of sea urchins and a butterfly farm, take pictures with flying foxes and much more.
There are several dozen diving centers and diving schools on the island, it is possible to organize underwater safaris to hard-to-reach places. The island's diving development is fueled by a large selection of world-class beaches, a variety of hotels and restaurants and an abundance of dive sites just minutes away by yacht. One of the most popular dive sites is the crocodile island with a wide variety of underwater life. Here you can find a variety of tropical fish, sea snakes, eels, sea butterflies and other underwater inhabitants. At the northern end of the island is the Yapak Wall, represented by soft corals - barracuda, hammerhead fish, huge rays, white-tailed sharks, etc. are found here. For beginners, the descent near Friday's Rock is well suited, where the fauna is also very rich in rare representatives.
The island offers extensive opportunities for water sports: water skiing, windsurfing, paddle boarding, kitesurfing, sailing, etc. Fans of extreme recreation are offered zipline and kayaking - a popular entertainment on the island. By renting a sea kayak, you can explore the rocky coastline and leisurely ride along the beaches, while experienced kayakers do not mind circling the island, covering a route of 20 km at a time. Today Boracay is one of the main tourist destinations in the Philippines, offering tourists relaxation on beaches with the most delicate white sand, an extensive selection of excursions and acquaintance with unspoiled nature.
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