Batanes The Way It Is...

Batanes Protected Landscapes and Seascapes glimpses of the country offers diverse beauty.

Heritage House in Chavayan Sabtang

 Speacial Interest would be village tour, historical tour, visit ancestral houses and many more...

Sinadumparan Type of House

Savidug Stone House

 Batanes offers the best place to commune with nature, feel the God's presence and relax with your love ones...

Wide Pasture of Mahatao

Experience the Magical Batanes Isles

A place blessed with pristine environment that has been declared as a Protected Lanscape and Seascape.

A view from Cural in Basco facing West Philippine Sea

 Perfect site for picture taking as it offers a great view of the Pacific Ocean...

Grazing cows in Tayid Mahatao

 The place has its own beauty that attracts tourist comparing to other places like New Zealand, Ireland and Scottish islands...

Riding a carabao in Vayang ranch

A stunning view of Vayang Ranch having a perfect backdrop for every picture, discover the secret paradise while trekking the hills facing West Philippine Sea.

Riding a carabao in Vayang Ranch

 Fundacion Pacita Nature Lodge offers the best ambiance from staying on the island facing Pacific Ocean and making your Batanes the best place to relax.

Viewing Fundacion pacita with its blue colored chairs

Batanes: The tropical paradise of the Philippines...

Batanes Accomodation and Where To Stay...

Amboy Hometel - A newly opened hometel with a two storey, all air conditioned rooms, hot and cold shower and bath, cabled TV and dining options to try Amboy Hometel Platter.

Batanes Resort - A Government-operated that offers a good panoramic view of the South China Sea, a few minutes drive from Basco downtown. Has 6 cottages with 12 rooms.

Batanes Seaside Lodge and Restaurant - Located on the outskirts of Basco proper viewing the Basco Port and  Lighthouse. It is popular with anglers, rooms are basic, clean with air conditioning, TV, fridge and water heater.

Brandon's Lodging - Located on the NorthEast viewing Basco City proper. Walking distance from the airport and near to the heart of Basco.

DDD Habitat - A four storey pension house with a roof deck viewing a 360-degree view of Basco proper, has a WiFi Access and offering aiconditioned and Fan rooms.

Dive Batanes - A new opened hotel that offers Diving programs... offers airconditioned rooms.

Fundacion Pacita Nature Lodge - Highly recommended with its lush garden and nicely furnished rooms. Over viewing Pacific Ocean and the Majestic Mt. Iraya. Definitely a class on its own.

Rapitan Di Vasay - A restored property dating back to 1908, offering breakfast and accommodation to guest seeking for Batanes Experience. Has a spacious guest facilities designed for groups.

Shanedels Inn and Cafe - A charming cliff-side Inn that overlooks Basco Port and a good for sunset viewing, has WiFi access with pretty basic but surroundings clean and tranquil.

Novita House - Try Homestay in Batanes, if you are a group then this would be an advantage, Good value for that family or barkadahan nature trip. you can cook your own meals and home sweet home, it can accommodate 6-8 person. Located on Basco Proper and only a walking distance from the airport.

Ivatan Lodge - Located just along the National Road, also a government-owned lodging. Offers accommodation with basic amenities.

Things you MUST know when travelling to Batanes

How to GO THERE:

The island of Batanes is accessible through a 1 hour and 10  minute flight from Manila through SKYJET (www.skyjetair.com), the only airline that currently serves the Manila-Basco route through its 96-seater plane.  

A kid with his bicycle in Sabtang

What to BRING:

1. Bring your personal medicines.
2. Rubber Sandals/Trekking shoes
3. Extra Cash – ATM Cards, Credit Cards are rarely accepted and used.
4. Sunblocks/Lotion and sunglasses.
5. Insect repellent.
6. Windbreaker, jacket, or a scarf to protect from cold during the winter months.
7. Extra memory cards and batteries for the camera.
8. Mobile phone/Ipods/Laptop and your chargers.
9. e-ticket of your flight schedule and Passports for foreigners.
10. Light colored shirts (Must wear during tours for good color combination).
11. Extra Clothing for your island hopping activities.
12. Ziplocs to keep your valuables from getting wet.
13. Love for Nature!

Faluwa - a motorized boat travelling Sabtang or Itbayat.

Boulders in Valugan, Basco

Majestic Mt. Iraya

What to DO:

• Do Lighthouse Hopping
• Do Pilgrimage Tour
• Do Top-Loading
• Do Photography
• Do Share Stories with the Oldies
• Do island Hopping
• Do Swimming/Sport Fishing
• Do Honesty
• Do Immerse with the Ivatans
• Do the Other Way! – Do It YourSelf

Viewing Sabtang Lighthouse from the port

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Things You MUST know when travelling to BATANES!

Touring the island! - Transportation in Batanes is not that easy, Jeepneys from Basco to other municipalities are available only from 5am to 9pm. Options are private vehicles such as Van, Motorcycles, Bicycles may be rented to tour the places around Batan, Sabtang and Itbayat. For Tour Guides, you may contact Travel Agencies or Tour Operators in Basco who has completed a Tour Guiding Seminar and/or duly licenced/accredited by DOT/Provincial Government Unit.

Chamantad-Tinyan Viewpoint

The island of Batanes is the only Province in the country that was declared in its entirety as a Protected Landscape and Seascape Area by the RA 8991 in 2000, Presidential Proclamation No. 335 Series of 1994 and RA 7586, NIPAS ACT of 1992.

The Charms of Mt. Iraya

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Bring extra Cash! In Basco, there is a Landbank ATM that could serve your need for cash. Credit cards are not acceptable for payments, you are expected to pay in cash all the time. You can also convert your dollars into pesos in any of the three local banks here in Basco.

 

Tataya, a smaller boat for fishing

The Weather: All year round, touring the island of Batanes is perfect for the reason the island has four season similar to Taiwan.  From December to February, it is winter season.  March to May, it is spring season.  June to August, it is summer season and from September to November, it is fall season.  From time to time, weather changes.  It usually shift from sunny day to rainy day or from hot to cold weather.  Occasional rain shower occur during any season.  But still tourist enjoy the island.

Say "Uncle" or "Antie" as a way of greetings! There is no specific greetings for any specific time of the day. You can say "Hello" or "Kapian ka pan Dios" is also accepted as greetings any time of the day, Others, is just a simple amazing SMILE will do.

Do Island Hopping! - When travelling to Sabtang or Itbayat, expect the unexpected! Thats being stranded on the island, thus you are obliged to bring your personal medicines and extra things for your comfort while in the island.Motorized Boats leave San Vicente or Radiwan Port (for Sabtang trip) as early as 6am and Basco port (for Itbayat Trip). Fare to Sabtang is P75/head/way and P450/head/way for Itbayat. Going to this island is the best to experience the way of Ivatan Living.

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Say It in Ivatan!!!

A place blessed with pristine environment that has been declared as a Protected Lanscape and Seascape.

A view from Cural in Basco facing West Philippine Sea

 Perfect site for picture taking as it offers a great view of the Pacific Ocean...

Grazing cows in Tayid Mahatao

 The place has its own beauty that attracts tourist comparing to other places like New Zealand, Ireland and Scottish islands...

Riding a carabao in Vayang ranch

A stunning view of Vayang Ranch having a perfect backdrop for every picture, discover the secret paradise while trekking the hills facing West Philippine Sea.

Riding a carabao in Vayang Ranch

 Fundacion Pacita Nature Lodge offers the best ambiance from staying on the island facing Pacific Ocean and making your Batanes the best place to relax.

Viewing Fundacion pacita with its blue colored chairs

Batanes: The tropical paradise of the Philippines...

Batanes Tour Itinerary for 4D/3N

All year round, touring the island of Batanes is perfect for the reason the island has four season similar to Taiwan.  From December to February, it is winter season.  March to May, it is spring season.  June to August, it is summer season and from September to November, it is fall season.  From time to time, weather changes.  It usually shift from sunny day to rainy day or from hot to cold weather.  Occasional rain shower occur during any season.  But still tourist enjoy the island.

Batanes, a protected land located at the northern part of the Philippines, is truly a haven for individuals who are into nature’s beauty and great outdoor adventure. The province not only offers you breathtaking sceneries but an experience of a resilient and serene community. Batanes practices sustainable living/lifestyle which helped preserve the natural beauty of the province as well as tvheir culture for centuries. With limited marine and agricultural food resource Ivatans have strived on sustainable living.

The locals also cares for their environment by amending sustainable land use based on IvatanCooperative System which helped maintain diverse species and ecosystem. Aside from protecting nature, their housing is made out of local materials such as limestone and rocks which shows sustainable existence is possible. But for past recent years, the province experienced declining state of conservation due to limited natural resources and external influences. Ivatans are more than welcome to have you to experience Batanes at its finest. Enjoy your stay at Batanes and don’t forget to take care of the surroundings too just like the local people do.

Batanes Tour Itinerary for 4D/3N

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1

Arrival...

Batan Island Northern Part Tour

Start of Tour is After Lunch:

Tukon (Mt. Carmel Chapel),

Tukon (Radar Station),

 Basco Ijang (Ancient Ivatan Fortress),

 Japanese Tunnel,

 Valugan Boulder Beach,

 Basco Cathedral (Sto. Domingo), 

 Vayang Ranch (Rolling Hills), Sunset viewing,Basco town proper.

Day 2

Sabtang Island Tour

5:30AM Pick-up time and Travel to San Vicente Port ,

6:00AM Boat ride to Sabtang Island (30-45 mins.)

Registration at Sabtang Heritage House:

Visit San Vicente Ferrer Church, 

Visit Barrio Savidug (Traditional Vernacular Houses),

Visit Sto. Thomas Chapel,

Lime Kilns, 

Visit the famous Idjang (Ancient Ivatan Fortress), 

Trekking/Picture taking at Chamantad-Tinian Viewpoint, 

Visit Barrio Chavayan (UNESCO Nominated Site), 

Refreshments/Picture taking wearing of vacul/kanayi (ivatan protective headgear), 

Go swimming at Morong Beach and picture taking at the famous rock arch formation.

Lunch 

Travel back to Sabtang port for boat ride back to Batan Island

Day 3

Batan Island Southern Part Tour

8:30AM Start of Tour

Picture taking at Paderes Viewpoint,

Go Down at Mahatao Chawa View Deck, 

Quick Stop at All Weather Boat Shelter Port, 

Mahatao Town Proper, Spanish Lighthouse & San Carlos Borromeo Church, 

Trekking at Tayid Lighthouse, 

Visit Diura Fishing Village and trekking to the Fountain of Youth,

Lunch

Alapad and Lo-Ran Station, 

Visit Brgy. Imnajbu & San Lorenzo Chapel, 

Ruins of Songsong, 

Municipal Park of Uyugan (Motchong Viewpoint), 

Uyugan Town Proper, 

Visit San Antonino De Florencia Church, 

Ivana Town Proper, 

Honesty Coffee Shop, 

Visit San Jose de Obrero Church, 

House of Dakay (oldest traditional house), 

Spanish Bridge, 

White Beach & Spaniards Blue lagoon, 

Disvayangan Beach

Exit to Mahatao town and Back to Hotel

Day 4

Departure...