Bantayan Island, Cebu, Philippines
Bantayan Island is a paradise destination at the center of the Philippines. It is located above Cebu and the "sock-shaped" island of Negros. It is home to a lot of tropical activities, from sun-bathing on the fine white sands, to exploring neighboring islets.
Bantayan island is the main island of the Bantayan Group of Islands. It is divided into three towns namely Bantayan town, Sta. Fe, and Madridejos. Beach resorts and most tourist spots are located near Sta. Fe while Bantayan town is the center of the island where you can find ATM machines, banks, and the main market.
THINGS TO DO
There are a lot to do in the island and here is a list of the activities you might want to try.
1. Skydiving- Tick the skydive in your bucketlist by trying to jump above the scenic group of islands of Bantayan.
2. Biking- Opt for a sunrise biking along Sta. Fe beach to the island's downtown or center and do pit stops at some tourist spots.
3. Paradise Beach Resort- Visit this place and see the crystal clear waters and feel the fine white sand.
4. Cliff Diving- Another item to be checked on your bucketlist by visiting the Cliff diving spot.
5. Photowalk- Drop by and have a photowalk in the ruins of the cliff diving spot and the mangroves.
6. Swim at the famous Sta. Fe beach
7. Party- Eat and enjoy the night at MJ Square
8. Island Hopping- Visit neighboring islets in the area and the popular Virgin Island.
9. Sunset watching- End your day by watching the serene sunset at the Mangroves.
FOOD
Most dishes served are Seafood and Chicken. Tourists price range from 1$- 5$ or P50-250 pesos a meal.
TRANSPORTATION
The main transportation use in the island for tours and going by is the Tricycle or Tuktuk and the habal-habal. You can also opt to rent bikes if you are not in a hurry.
Boat trips
Estancia (Iloilo) to Bantayan Island once a day (Port is located in Bantayan Town)
Cadiz (Negros/ Bacolod) to Bantayan Island (Port is located in Bantayan Town) once a day
Hagnaya Port (Cebu) to Bantayan Island every 30 min. (Port is located in Sta. Fe Town)
Airport
Nearest airports are Cebu International Airport and Bacolod- Silay International Airport (Negros).
HOTELS
Kota Beach Resort
Beachfront, Sta. Fe Town
Contact No.(032) 438-9042
Budyong Beach Resort
Beachfront, Sta. Fe Town
Contact No.(032) 438-9285
Logan Apartments (Airbnb)
Non-Beachfront, Sta. Fe Town
Contact No. +639055027464