Mongodlong Rock Resort, Camotes Islands, Cebu, Philippines
Located in the middle of Cebu and Leyte is a group of islands called Camotes. The islands were called Camotes because the natives' past livelihood was growing "Camote" (sweet potatoes). Now, that things have changed, the islands are now known as a weekend vacation place of Cebuanos. The islands are famous for their numerous majestic caves, a scenic lake, and white sand beaches.
Main Attractions
Santiago White Beach
Bukilat Cave
Buho Rock Resort
Busay Falls
Mongodlong Rock Resort
Lake Danao
Things to do
- Snorkeling
- Island Tricycle Tour
- Habal-habal (motorcycle tour)
- Cliff diving at Buho Rock Resort
- Church Visits
- Boating at Lake Danao
- Coffee chill at 3-Beans Coffee (San Francisco town)
- Cave hoping
How to Get There
Mactan Island - Camotes Islands
Departure: Mactan Wharf (Located in the back of Island Central Mactan Mall and near Mactan Cebu Airport)
Arrival: Consuelo Port, Camotes
Boat: Jomalia Fastcraft
Travel Time: 1hr and 30 min.
North Cebu - Camotes Islands
Departure: Danao City Port (north of Cebu island)
Arrival: Consuelo Port, Camotes
Boat: Jomalia RoRo
Camotes Travel Tips
- Bring a lot of cash (no atms in the island)
- Bring gadgets as it might get boring and quiet at night.
- Renting motorcycle is a good option since its hard to commute in the islands.
- There are areas with no phone signal and internet.
- Bring aqua shoes or sandals since there are a lot of caves to visit.
Hotels
Coco Grove Nature Resort
Room Rates: 1500- 3500 pesos per night
Contact No: 0999-997-1723
Mangodlong Paradise Beach Resort
Room Rates: 3300-7500 pesos per night
Contact No: 0939-921-6835