Asia Pacific · Philippines
Boracay Travel Guide
Boracay is a tiny Philippine island with one of Asia's most famous beaches — 4km of powder-white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water. White Beach regularly tops best-beach lists worldwide.
How Do You Get Around?
Walk along White Beach. Tricycles connect different parts of the island (20-50 PHP). Island hopping boats depart from the beach.
What Can You Do?
White Beach — 4km powder-white sand. Crystal-clear water. Free entry. Sunbeds 200-500 PHP.
Island hopping — Boat tour to snorkelling spots, Crystal Cove, and hidden beaches. 1,500-2,500 PHP.
Water sports — Parasailing, jet skiing, paddleboarding, and kitesurfing.
D'Mall — Small shopping area at Station 2 with restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops.
Where Should You Eat?
Fresh seafood: Choose your fish at D'Talipapa wet market, then have it cooked at an adjacent restaurant. The freshest meal on the island.
Mango shake: Boracay mango shakes are legendary. Fresh Philippine mangoes blended with ice. 80-120 PHP.
Worth Exploring Independently?
The island is tiny and walkable. Beach, food, and water sports are all right there. No excursion needed.
Useful Local Phrases
Kumusta?
How are you?
(koo-moo-STAH)
Salamat
Thank you
(sah-LAH-maht)
Local Tips
- •White Beach has three stations: Station 1 (upscale), 2 (centre, most activity), 3 (budget, quieter).
- •Sunset at White Beach is spectacular — grab a beachfront bar seat early.
- •Island hopping tours include snorkelling, cliff jumping, and beach barbecue.
- •The Philippines peso (PHP) is used. ATMs available on the island.