Batanes
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Things to do? TO RELAX is one thing. Below are several more:
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Sabtang Island
Chosen as one of the 12 Best Destinations in the Philippines by the Department of Tourism in 1994, this island southwest of Batan Island remains undisturbed and unspoiled. It has intermittent white sand beaches, steep mountains, and deep canyons with small level areas sporadically found along the coastline. Accessible in 30 minutes by falowa from Radiwan Port in Ivana. Also the take off point for Ivuhos Island from Barangay Nakanmuan.
Itbayat Island
Located north of Batan Island, it is surrounded by massive boulders and cliffs rising from 20-70 feet above sea level and has no shoreline. It has a dirt airstrip for light aircraft. Ferries run the Batan-Itbayat route; travel time is about four hours by falowa from the Basco Seaport. Light planes fly from Basco Airport to Itbayat in 12-minute trips at PhP700.00/pax.
Batan Island
The center of commerce and seat of the provincial government. The most populated island of the province, it is composed of the municipalities of Basco, Ivana, Uyugan, and Mahatao.
Mount Iraya
A dormant volcano standing at 1,517 meters whose last eruption was recorded in 505 AD. Ideal for mountaineering, trekking, and trailblazing. It is a walking distance from Basco and can be climbed to the top in about three hours.
Mavudis Island
The northernmost island of Batanes. "tatus" or coconut crabs abound in this island surrounded by rich marine life.
Di-atay Beach
A beautiful cove with multi-colored rocks and white sand. Ideal for picnics and beach combing. Located along the national highway between Mahatao and Ivana; 9.85 kilometers from Basco.
Songsong
(Chadpidan Bay). Famous for its beautiful sunset view and big stone boulders. It is three kilometers or an hour of exhilarating trek from Basco proper. Naidi Hills. A walking distance from Basco.
Chawa Cave
Believed to be an enchanted cave, it has a natural salt bed and a mouth that opens to the South China Sea and is accessible through the boulders of Chawa Point in Mahatao. Located four kilometers from Basco.
Nakabuang Cave
Located 5.5 kilometers from San Vicente Centro in Sabtang.
Mt. Matarem
An extinct volcano measuring 495 meters at its summit. Located eight kilometers from Basco.
White Beach
Located in Vatang, Hapnit, and Mavatuy Point at Mahatao.
Trekking
Popular activity at Marlboro Hills and Naidi Hills.
Surfing
Popular activity at Madiwedved, Mahatao.
Bird Watching at Cuyab
Observe the migratory birds from China that flock the islands in search of a warmer climate every October.
Chosen as one of the 12 Best Destinations in the Philippines by the Department of Tourism in 1994, this island southwest of Batan Island remains undisturbed and unspoiled. It has intermittent white sand beaches, steep mountains, and deep canyons with small level areas sporadically found along the coastline. Accessible in 30 minutes by falowa from Radiwan Port in Ivana. Also the take off point for Ivuhos Island from Barangay Nakanmuan.
Itbayat Island
Located north of Batan Island, it is surrounded by massive boulders and cliffs rising from 20-70 feet above sea level and has no shoreline. It has a dirt airstrip for light aircraft. Ferries run the Batan-Itbayat route; travel time is about four hours by falowa from the Basco Seaport. Light planes fly from Basco Airport to Itbayat in 12-minute trips at PhP700.00/pax.
Batan Island
The center of commerce and seat of the provincial government. The most populated island of the province, it is composed of the municipalities of Basco, Ivana, Uyugan, and Mahatao.
Mount Iraya
A dormant volcano standing at 1,517 meters whose last eruption was recorded in 505 AD. Ideal for mountaineering, trekking, and trailblazing. It is a walking distance from Basco and can be climbed to the top in about three hours.
Mavudis Island
The northernmost island of Batanes. "tatus" or coconut crabs abound in this island surrounded by rich marine life.
Di-atay Beach
A beautiful cove with multi-colored rocks and white sand. Ideal for picnics and beach combing. Located along the national highway between Mahatao and Ivana; 9.85 kilometers from Basco.
Songsong
(Chadpidan Bay). Famous for its beautiful sunset view and big stone boulders. It is three kilometers or an hour of exhilarating trek from Basco proper. Naidi Hills. A walking distance from Basco.
Chawa Cave
Believed to be an enchanted cave, it has a natural salt bed and a mouth that opens to the South China Sea and is accessible through the boulders of Chawa Point in Mahatao. Located four kilometers from Basco.
Nakabuang Cave
Located 5.5 kilometers from San Vicente Centro in Sabtang.
Mt. Matarem
An extinct volcano measuring 495 meters at its summit. Located eight kilometers from Basco.
White Beach
Located in Vatang, Hapnit, and Mavatuy Point at Mahatao.
Trekking
Popular activity at Marlboro Hills and Naidi Hills.
Surfing
Popular activity at Madiwedved, Mahatao.
Bird Watching at Cuyab
Observe the migratory birds from China that flock the islands in search of a warmer climate every October.
Ivatan House
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Mahatao Lighthouse
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Marlboro Country
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Tukon Church
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Valugan Bay
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Chavayan Town
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Somewhere near Mahatao Lighthouse
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Some Cliffside
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Basco Lighthouse
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Nakabuang Arch
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Ivatan woman wearing "Vakul"
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The only airline flying to Batanes
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Fundacion Pacita's veranda
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