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In this post, I'll be detailing our 4-Day Batanes adventure, covering North and South Batad, and a half-day tour of Sabtang Island. Stay tuned for helpful tips and guides following this action-packed itinerary.
Batanes stands out as a dream destination for Filipino travelers. With a limited number of tourists - each landscape in the province is truly worth exploring. The combination of rolling hills, stone houses, and the local community makes the province distinctive and the top spot in the Philippines! Starting our day 1...
Day 1: Flight + North Batan Tour
Flight to Basco
Arrival, Airport pickup
Breakfast, rest
**01:30 PM Start of North Batan Tour
Basco Welcome Arc
Mt. Carmel Stone Chapel
PAGASA Weather Station
Idjang Viewing
Japanese Tunnel
Boulder Beach
Casa Real - Capitol
Rolling Hills
St. Dominic Church
Basco Lighthouse
Dinner at Beechan's Meals & Snacks
Day 2 - Sabtang Island Tour
Breakfast in Guesthouse
5.30 am Travel to Sabtang
Arrive in Port
**Start of Sabtang Island Tour
Savidug Village Stone Houses
St.l Thomas de Aquinas Chapel
Savidug Idjang Viewing
Chamantad-Tiñan Viewpoint
Chavayan Stone Houses
Morong Beach
Ahaw Arch Formation
Ahaw Natural Stone Rock
Sabtang Lighthouse
Pananayan Pension House (For Lunch)
**12:30 PM Back to Batad
Rest
Dinner at Pension Ivatan
Day 3: South Batan Tour
Breakfast in Guesthouse
**07:30 AM — Start of South Tour
Chawa view deck
Mahatao Shelter Port
San Carlos Borromeo Church
Blank Book
Maydangeb White Beach
Homoron Blue Lagon
Marlboro Country
Alapad Pass
Muchong Viewpoint
San Lorenzo Ruiz Chapel
House of Dakay
Honesty Coffee Shop
Old Spanish Bridge
03:00 PM — end of Tour
Rented Bicycle; roam around the center
Day 4: Flight Back to Manila
Breakfast
Flight back to Manila
Tips & Guide
Tour Agency: Batanes Biyaheng Local. (Click this link to direct on their facebook page)
When visiting Batanes as a tourist, whether alone or in a group, having a tour guide is required for exploring the province, particularly on the other islands. Although the exact reason may not be clear, it is vital for preserving the province's sites and gaining in-depth knowledge about each location through your tour guides.
Weather in Batanes is unpredictable. So plan the best dates accordingly. Best months to visit is from December to May.
There are few tour agencies that are based in Batanes. Check their Facebook pages for offers.
Tours normally are half day so there are no worries when it comes to resting. Our North Batan actually started around 01:30 PM. Our South Batad started at 8:00 AM and ended around 02:00 PM.
The Sabtang Island tour lasts half a day, with only two trips taking place daily to and from the island. Having a tour guide is highly recommended to ensure you don't miss the boat. Otherwise, you might end up staying overnight on the island, which can be a great experience if you have the time.
As of the moment, only Philippine Airline flies from Manila to Basco.
Internet in the island is limited to some places. And random connection outage.
Going to Itbayat, there are two options; flying throught Flightline Airways Itbayat. They accept walk-in and they are located inside the arrival airport. and by a 4 -hour Faluwa Boat ride.
Flying drone is prohibited in Batanes. However, you can ask for your guide to issue a permit to fly from DENR. Prices are as follows; P1,000 for North & South Batan Island and P1,500 for Sabtang Island as far as I know both permit will expire in 30 days.
Expenses
TOTAL EXPENSE - 27,000 for 4 days.
Breakdown
P19,000.00 - Flight Manila to Basco & VV (Includes 20kg Baggage allowance for Roundtrip)
P180.00 +++ - per meal
P5,700.00 - All in Package (Includes accomodation with breakfast, North, South, & Sabtang Tours, Airport transfers, Van with tour guide, all entrance fees, & boat fees.) (Price Varies: P5,400 per Senior P1,700 1 child)
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