Guimaras
Mango country — quiet coves, island hops and Iloilo heritage next door.
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Overview & Highlights
Guimaras is a small island province of mango orchards, quiet coves and friendly fishing villages, a short boat ride from Iloilo. Hop between Alubihod's pebbled beach, the Baras coves, the Taklong Island marine reserve and the old Guisi lighthouse, then taste the sweetest mangoes in the Philippines straight from the orchard. From Cebu, fly to Iloilo and cross by pump boat.
Flight Information
Flight Schedules from Cebu (CEB)
Gateway: Iloilo (ILO)| Airline | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Cebu Pacific | 9x Weekly |
| Philippine Airlines | 2x Daily |
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Sample Itineraries
Guimaras Island Hop
3 DaysA boat day around Alubihod, Baras and the Taklong reserve, a half-day mango farm tour and Guisi lighthouse sunset, plus time on the beach and a stop at the Trappist monastery.
Guimaras & Iloilo Heritage
4 DaysThree days of Guimaras coves and mangoes, bridged by Iloilo's heritage streets, churches and food scene across the strait.
Tourist Attractions
Alubihod Beach
Guimaras' main beach at Nueva Valencia — calm water, beach cottages and boats for island hopping.
Guisi Lighthouse
A Spanish-era lighthouse ruin on a headland with an old beach and sunset views.
Taklong Island National Marine Reserve
A protected marine area of mangroves, seagrass and coral — the province's best snorkelling.
Baras Beach coves
A chain of quiet coves and small resorts along a rugged stretch of coast.
Jordan mango orchards
Working farms where you can taste Guimaras mangoes at their sweetest, in season.
Trappist Monastery & Balaan Bukid
A quiet monastery with preserved fruit stalls, and a pilgrimage hill with sweeping strait views.
Local Food & Dining
Guimaras sweet mangoes
Widely considered the sweetest in the country — best bought and eaten in season at Jordan market.
Mango pizza & mango shake
Local cafés serve mango on everything, from pizza to shakes and pastries.
Fresh oysters & diwal
Bivalves straight from the strait, grilled or eaten raw with vinegar.
Iloilo batchoy & inasal
Across the strait, Iloilo's noodle soup and grilled chicken are worth the crossing.
Hotels & Accommodation
Alubihod Cove Resort
Raymen Beach Resort
Isla Naburot
Kenyama Beach Resort
Activities & Tours
Island hopping: SEAFDEC, Ave Maria & Baras
A boat day around marine stations, islets and coves with swimming and snorkelling stops.
Mango farm tour & tasting
Visit a working orchard, learn how the mangoes are grown and taste them ripe from the tree.
Kayaking at Taklong reserve
Paddle through mangroves and over seagrass beds inside the marine reserve.
Snorkelling & reef walk
Shallow reef and seagrass exploration with local guides at low tide.
Guisi lighthouse & viewpoint
Walk to the lighthouse ruin and cliff viewpoints for photos and sunsets.
Festivals & Events
Manggahan Festival
Guimaras' mango festival in Jordan — food fairs, cultural shows and all-you-can-eat mangoes.
Paraw Regatta
Iloilo's historic sailing festival across the strait, with a colourful fleet of paraw.
Practical Travel Information
Transportation
Fly Cebu to Iloilo, then a jeepney or taxi to Ortiz Wharf or Parola for the 15-20 minute pump-boat crossing to Jordan. On the island, multicabs and tricycles are the norm, and island-hopping boats leave from Alubihod.
Weather
Tropical at 26-32°C and sheltered by neighbouring Panay. Dry and sunny from February to May; afternoon showers from June to October.
Best Time to Visit
February to May — dry, sunny and peak mango season; the island is green and quiet from June to October.
Travel Tips
Buy mangoes at the Jordan market, bring cash for boat and cottage fees, and note that pump boats stop running at dusk.
Extend Your Journey
Continue exploring through Cebu — these destinations are nearby or reachable on the same trip:
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