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Boracay

Powder-white White Beach, paraw sunsets and easy island nights.

Philippines Direct flight · 1h 10m–1h 20m to Caticlan + 15m boat Domestic

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Overview & Highlights

Boracay is one of the world's most celebrated island destinations, known for powdery white sand, clear water, a vibrant food scene and exceptional hospitality. Beyond its famous shoreline, the island offers kitesurfing, island-hopping, diving, sailing, wellness retreats, local markets, nature experiences and dining for many tastes. It suits travelers looking for relaxation, adventure, romance, family holidays or remote work by the sea. While White Beach remains its icon, Boracay is best enjoyed at a relaxed pace, with time to explore quieter neighborhoods, support local businesses and experience the communities beyond the main beachfront.

White Beach

Bulabog Beach

Sunset Paraw Sailing

Island Hopping

Food Crawl and Nightlife

Flight Information

CEB → Boracay

Flight Type

Direct flight

Duration

1h 10m–1h 20m to Caticlan + 15m boat

Frequency

Daily (5J) · 2x Daily (PR)

Airlines

Cebu PacificPhilippine Airlines

Flight Schedules from Cebu (CEB)

Gateway: Caticlan (MPH)

Airline	Frequency
Cebu Pacific	Daily
Philippine Airlines	2x Daily

Interactive Map

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Sample Itineraries

A Taste of Boracay

1 Day

Half-day introduction: walk White Beach and explore the beachfront communities, shops and cafés of Stations 1, 2 and 3; enjoy a Filipino breakfast, fresh seafood lunch or locally sourced coffee; swim, paddleboard or kayak in the calm water; and finish with the sunset from the beach, a traditional paraw or a sunset cruise. Best suited to travelers on a short layover or quick getaway, and first-time visitors who want a taste of Boracay.

The Boracay Essentials

1 Day

Morning: have breakfast at a local café, then walk or paddleboard around Bulabog Beach before the island becomes busier. Late morning: walk White Beach from Station 1 to Station 3, stopping for local snacks, coffee or fresh fruit. Lunch: Filipino specialties, seafood, international cuisine, vegetarian or vegan dishes. Afternoon: island hopping, snorkeling, freediving, scuba diving, parasailing, paddleboarding or helmet diving. Sunset: a traditional paraw sail or sunset cruise, or the sunset from White Beach. Evening: dine by the beach or away from the main tourist areas, then enjoy live music, cocktails or a shoreline walk.

Beach Adventure and Island Life

2 Days

Day 1: start at Bulabog Beach, explore White Beach and its three stations, go island hopping and snorkeling, take a paraw sunset sail, and finish with Filipino food, seafood or evening entertainment. Day 2: choose diving, freediving, kitesurfing, paddleboarding or a mangrove tour, discover a local food spot, explore quieter communities and beaches, then slow down with yoga, massage, a spa treatment, a sunset cruise or a beachfront picnic.

Discover Boracay Beyond the Beach

3 Days

Day 1 – The Boracay Classics: breakfast and local coffee, Bulabog Beach, White Beach, island hopping and snorkeling, a sunset sail and island dining. Day 2 – Adventure and Wellness: an active morning of diving, kitesurfing, paddleboarding, running or cycling, followed by yoga, spa treatments, beach relaxation or a mangrove experience. Day 3 – Culture, Community and Mainland Malay: the Motag Living Museum, mainland Malay and the Nabaoy River, or Buruanga and Ariel's Point, returning to Boracay for a final sunset and farewell dinner.

The Western Visayas Explorer

4 Days

Day 1: White Beach, Bulabog Beach, island hopping and sunset paraw sailing. Day 2: diving, freediving, kitesurfing, paddleboarding or another wellness experience. Day 3: the Motag Living Museum, mainland Malay and the Nabaoy River or another community activity. Day 4: Buruanga, the Northwest Panay Peninsula Natural Park, Jawili Falls, or Pandan and Malumpati Cold Spring. Additional days: travel through Antique for Tibiao's adventure and wellness experiences, Libertad's coastal and marine tourism, and local food, culture and countryside experiences. Suggested route: Boracay to Mainland Malay to Buruanga to Northwest Panay to Pandan to Tibiao to Antique.

Tourist Attractions

White Beach

Walk, swim, relax and explore Stations 1 to 3, then stay for Boracay's signature sunset. • Suggested visit: half-day to full day • Best at sunset

Bulabog Beach

Experience Boracay's watersports hub and its kitesurfing scene during the Amihan season. • Suggested visit: half-day • Best 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Sunset Paraw Sailing

See the island from a traditional sailboat during golden hour. • Suggested visit: 2–3 hours • Best 4:00–6:00 PM

Island Hopping

Tour the beaches, swimming areas and snorkeling spots around Boracay. • Suggested visit: full day • Best 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Food Crawl and Nightlife

Sample local and international food, then discover Boracay's evening and nightlife venues. • Suggested visit: 4–5 hours • Best 8:00 PM–midnight

Local Food & Dining

7th Note Café / On-site Restaurant (7 Stones Boracay)

Breakfast; International; Café • ₱300–₱800 • (036) 288-1601

Qtchn Restaurant / Sea.Food (Aqua Boracay)

American; Asian; International; Seafood • ₱500–₱1,500 • aquaboracay.com

Aria Cucina Italiana (Aria Restaurant)

Italian; Mediterranean; Pizza • ₱500–₱1,500+ • aria.com.ph

Palay Restaurant (Asya Premier Suites)

Filipino; Asian; International • ₱500–₱2,000 • asyapremier-boracay.com

Kuya J's Restaurant (Azalea Boracay)

Filipino • ₱300–₱1,000 • azaleaboracay.com

Azure Beach Club / Mosaic Latin Grill / Saffron Café (Crimson Resort & Spa Boracay)

Asian; Latin; Steakhouse; International • ₱500–₱5,000+ • crimsonhotel.com

Cha Cha's Beach Café (Coast Boracay)

Filipino; Asian; International; Café • ₱500–₱1,000 • coastboracay.net

Indigo Restaurant / Sands Restaurant (Discovery Shores Boracay)

Seafood; Filipino; International • ₱500–₱2,000+ • discoveryshoresboracay.com

Dos Mestizos

Spanish; Filipino; Mediterranean; European • ₱500–₱700+ • dosmestizos.com

Epic Restaurant & Beach Club (Epic Boracay)

International; Filipino; Bar & Beach Club • ₱500–₱3,000 • facebook.com/EpicBoracay

Café Got Soul

Café; International; Comfort Food • ₱300–₱800 • Instagram @cafegotsoulboracay

Island Chicken Inasal

Filipino; Ilonggo; Barbecue • ₱100–₱500

Kaaya Café (Kaaya Resort North Boracay)

Filipino; Asian; International; Café • ₱250–₱2,999 • kaaya.com.ph/kaaya-cafe

Beach Café & Poolside Bar (Le Soleil de Boracay)

Filipino; International; Seafood; Pizza • ₱200–₱700 • lesoleil.com.ph/dining

Levantin Bar & Restaurant (Levantin Boracay)

Local; Filipino; International • ₱400–₱800 • levantinboracay.com

Prana Restaurant (Mandala Spa & Resort Villas)

Vegan; Vegetarian; Organic; Asian; European • ₱200–₱600 • myboracayguide.com

Mama's Fish House (Microtel by Wyndham Boracay)

Seafood; Filipino; Local Cuisine • ₱150–₱1,000 • microtel-boracay.com

Nonie's Brunch House

Healthy; Filipino; Vegetarian; Vegan; Brunch • ₱300–₱800

Red Coconut Restaurant (Red Coconut Beach Hotel)

Filipino; Asian; Seafood; International • ₱500–₱2,500 • redcoconut.com.ph

Vienne Restaurant / Savoy Café (Savoy Hotel Boracay Newcoast)

Halal; Filipino; International; Café • ₱500–₱1,500+ • savoyhotelboracay.com.ph

Vintana Asian Café / Rima / Cielo / Sirena (Shangri-La Boracay)

Asian; International; Mediterranean; Seafood • ₱1,000–₱5,000+ • shangri-la.com/boracay

Whiskey's Café (The Lazy Dog Bed & Breakfast)

Local; Western; Café; Breakfast • ₱250–₱700 • lazydogboracay.com

Mahogany Lounge (The Strand Boracay)

Café; Breakfast; International • ₱300–₱1,000 • strandboracay.com

The Sunny Side Café

Café; International; Breakfast; Brunch • ₱300–₱800 • thesunnysideboracay.com

Pelican Sky Bar & Restaurant (The Tides Hotel Boracay)

Filipino; International; Bar & Rooftop Dining • ₱400–₱1,400 • tidesboracay.com

Villa Caemilla Restaurant (Villa Caemilla Beach Boutique Hotel)

International; Filipino; Seafood; Pasta; Pizza; Asian • ₱300–₱3,950+ • villacaemilla.com/dining

Hotels & Accommodation

₱2,500–₱12,000

7 Stones Boracay

₱5,100–₱25,000

Aqua Boracay

₱10,000–₱20,000

Asya Premiere Suites

₱3,000–₱10,000

Azalea Hotels & Residences Boracay

₱11,000–₱40,000

Crimson Resort and Spa Boracay

₱8,000–₱18,000

Coast Hotel Boracay

₱10,700–₱20,000

Diniview Boracay Villas

₱17,500–₱35,000

Discovery Shores Boracay

₱2,000–₱6,000

Frendz Resort and Hostel

₱4,000–₱12,000

Kaaya Resort North Boracay

₱3,000–₱8,000

Levantin

₱4,000–₱10,000

Le Soleil de Boracay

₱6,700–₱20,000

Mandala Spa and Resort Villas

₱12,000–₱30,000

Mayumi Beach Villa

₱1,700–₱8,000

Microtel Inn and Suites

₱19,700–₱40,000+

One Hagdan Villas

₱4,500–₱15,000

Red Coconut

₱2,600–₱8,000

Savoy Hotel Boracay

₱22,000–₱50,000+

Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa

₱2,000–₱6,000

The Lazy Dog Bed & Breakfast

₱2,200–₱8,000

The Strand Boutique Resort

₱3,000–₱8,000

The Tides Hotel Boracay

₱20,000–₱50,000+

Under The Stars Luxury Apartments

₱3,000–₱15,000

Villa Caemilla Beach Boutique Hotel

Activities & Tours

Boracay Island Hopping Tour (Joiner)

4–5 hours • 8:30 AM–1:30 PM or 1:00–6:00 PM

₱1,700–₱2,500/person

Private Island Hopping (Banca)

4–6 hours • Flexible, typically 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

₱3,500–₱6,900/boat

Sunset Paraw Sailing

30–60 minutes • 4:30–6:30 PM

₱750–₱1,500/person

Private Paraw Sailing

30–60 minutes • 4:30–6:30 PM

₱2,500–₱3,700/boat

Parasailing

10–15 minutes • Morning to late afternoon

₱2,500–₱4,400/person

Helmet Diving / Sea Walking

30–60 minutes • Morning to afternoon

₱1,400–₱2,000/person

Banana Boat Ride

15–20 minutes • Morning to late afternoon

₱400–₱700/person

Fly Fish Ride

15–20 minutes • Morning to late afternoon

₱1,500–₱2,500/ride

Jet Ski

15–30 minutes • Morning to late afternoon

₱2,500–₱4,000/unit

Discover Scuba Diving

2–3 hours • Morning or afternoon

₱3,000–₱4,500/person

Kitesurfing Lesson

1–3 hours • Morning to afternoon

₱2,000–₱3,000/hour

ATV / Mainland Adventure

3–5 hours • Morning or afternoon

₱1,500–₱3,000/person

Boracay Land Tour

3–5 hours • Morning or afternoon

₱1,300–₱2,500/person

Mainland Malay Day Tour – Eco & Nature

6–8 hours • 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

₱2,000–₱4,000/person

Mainland Malay ATV + Zipline Adventure

4–6 hours • Morning or afternoon

₱2,000–₱3,500/person

Mainland Malay Cultural Tour – Motag Living Museum

4–6 hours • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

₱1,500–₱3,000/person

Mainland Malay Falls & Cold Spring Adventure

5–7 hours • 8:00 AM–3:00 PM

₱1,500–₱3,500/person

Mainland Malay Eco Park / Nature Tour

4–6 hours • 8:00 AM–2:00 PM

₱1,200–₱2,500/person

Carabao Island Day Tour – Kuding-Kuding Point

6 hours • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

₱2,800/person

Carabao Island Day Tour – Swimming, Snorkeling & Caving

7 hours • 8:20 AM–3:00 PM

₱2,500–₱3,500/person

Carabao Island Private / Customized Day Tour

6–8 hours • Flexible, typically 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

₱4,000–₱7,000/person or private boat

Ariel's Point Day Trip

6–7 hours • Morning to late afternoon

₱2,500–₱3,500/person

Sunset Yacht / Party Cruise

2–3 hours • 4:00–7:00 PM

₱2,000–₱5,000/person

Diving / Fun Dive

2–4 hours • Morning or afternoon

₱2,500–₱4,500/person

Snorkeling Experience

2–3 hours • Morning or afternoon

₱800–₱1,500/person

Festivals & Events

April 2–5

Holy Week

Peak travel period. Expect higher visitor demand; book accommodation and activities early.

April 25–May 3

Love Boracay

Major summer tourism period with entertainment, beach, dining, sports and community activities.

May 1

Fiesta de Obreros

Malay cultural highlight and annual celebration honoring workers and local communities.

June 15

Malay Day

Mainland Malay cultural highlight commemorating Malay's municipal history.

September

Tourism Week

Tourism and community programs; dates should be confirmed with the local tourism office.

April 28–May 1

Labor Weekend / Love Boracay Buildup

Late-April buildup toward Labor Day with beach sports, music, entertainment and special beach and nightlife events, concentrated around White Beach. Peak summer period; expect high demand and book ahead.

October 31–November 1

Halloween Beach Parties

Costume parties, themed entertainment, DJs and nightlife, especially around Station 2 and White Beach. Late October can still have variable weather; allow flexibility and book early for the Halloween weekend.

December 31–January 1

New Year's Eve Beach Parties & Countdown

On request

Inclusions: Sunrise and sunset photography, scenic viewpoints, local culture, food and lesser-known areas of Boracay and Malay.

Practical Travel Information

Transportation

Fly direct from Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) to Caticlan Airport — the fastest and most convenient route at about 1 hour 10 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes. Then take a land transfer to Caticlan Jetty Port, a boat to Boracay (Cagban Jetty Port), and a transfer to your accommodation; roughly 2–3 hours in total excluding flight check-in and waiting time. A private van, shared shuttle or pre-booked airport-to-hotel transfer takes about 30–60 minutes from Caticlan Airport. There is no direct passenger ferry from Cebu — a sea-based journey requires ferry and land connections through other ports (generally 12 hours or more). On the island, use e-trikes and public or private tricycles for local trips, hop-on hop-off bus services where available, walking or bicycle rental between nearby areas, motorbikes where permitted, and boat transfers for island and coastal excursions. Arrange private transfers, vans or local transportation for trips beyond Boracay.

Weather

Tropical year-round. November to May is generally the most favorable period for beach activities, island hopping, diving and outdoor tours, with drier, cooler Amihan conditions from November to February. December to April is the peak travel period. June to October is generally leaner and wetter with possible Habagat conditions that can affect boat and water-based activities.

Best Time to Visit

November to May is generally the most favorable period, with December to April the peak travel season. March to May is the hottest and busiest stretch (Holy Week, Love Boracay, Fiesta de Obreros). June to October is quieter and wetter — good for fewer crowds, with flexibility needed for outdoor plans.

Travel Tips

Arrange an airport-to-hotel transfer in advance, especially for late arrivals, families or travelers with heavy luggage. During peak periods, reserve accommodation and activities early. Allow flexibility for boat trips and outdoor activities during wetter months or variable sea conditions. Check official channels and individual establishments for current schedules, prices, availability and booking conditions. Emergency contacts: MDRRMO 0919 851 4102, Hospital (036) 288 3041, Police 0998 598 6122, Coast Guard +63 961 420 2756. Tourist information: Municipal Tourism Office (facebook.com/malaytourism) and boracayinfoguide.com.

Extend Your Journey

Continue exploring through Cebu — these destinations are nearby or reachable on the same trip:

Nabaoy River Motag Living Museum Buruanga Ariel's Point Northwest Panay Peninsula Natural Park Jawili Falls Carabao Island Caticlan and Mainland Malay Pandan and Malumpati Cold Spring Tibiao Libertad

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