Location: Marinduque Island
Top Things to do in Marinduque Island
Top Restaurants in Marinduque Island
The 10 Best Things to Do in Marinduque Island, Philippines
Marinduque (Tagalog pronunciation: [maɾinˈduke]) is an island province in the Philippines located in Southwestern Tagalog Region or MIMAROPA, formerly designated as Region IV-B. Its capital is the municipality of Boac. Marinduque lies between Tayabas Bay to the north and Sibuyan Sea to the south. It is west of the Bondoc Peninsula of Quezon province; east of Mindoro Island; and north of the island province of Romblon. Some parts of the Verde Island Passage, the center of the center of world's marine biodiversity and a protected marine area, are also within Marinduque's provincial waters.
Restaurants in Marinduque Island
1. Maniwaya Island
Overall Ratings
4 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By yna d
There's nothing much to do here but to appreciate the view, to take pictures and have fun with your friends. We are lucky because when we went to Maniwaya Island, our group together with our tour guide were only there so have a lot of time to take photos with less photobombers ( HAHA ). It's your time to relax, this place is very pleasing to eyes and soul. Also if you are together with you boyfie or hubby, take your time to walk with them and hold their hands, that will make this trip very special! :)
2. Boac Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By JHomerB - Batangas Province, Philippines
I would probably say (no exaggeration or whatsoever) I felt energized once again when I saw and entered the Cathedral because of its beautiful historical look. This was my first stop in Marinduque after a long commute from Manila. I was just in time for the 6pm mass.
3. Poctoy White Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Ellen I - Lucena City, Philippines
One hour jeep ride fr Sta.Cruz,Marinduque. Very kind staff. Place managed by d municipal govt. But no water after lunch n CRs dirty. We had to hose ourselves,taking turns with trickling water. Cheap entrance, cheap umbrella wd chairs cost 200 only. Cheap family cottage.But with the powdery sands,clean crystal water wd Mtm Malindig as backdrop, who cares? Love my short stay here. Last trip to Sta Cruz, 3 pm.
4. Tres Reyes Marine Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By virtuaplyr - Irvine, California
Molokini is Maui, Hawaii's best snorkeling destination. Tres Reyes Islands is Marinduque's version. Just a 30 minute boat ride from the city of Gasan Marinduque. Lucky I have a cousin that has a boat that took me there.
Pros- Great experience! Waters are clear and pristine. Coral beach (not sand).
Cons- No bathrooms. Strong current. Be careful of sea urchins.
If you really don't mind roughing it, the pros outweigh the cons a lot!
5. Marinduque Hot Spring
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Sealfixation - Manila, Philippines
This was a part of the 2n/3d trip we had first week of April 2015 and the experience certainly taught us something we will always remember: not to go in summer. Overcrowding, the temperature and the facilities were to blame. Lol. The place is nestled in the mountainous area of Buenavista and it would have been perfect if there weren't a lot of visitors. It's literally right in the middle of the woods so it could have been very tranquil sans the noise from the many guests. There were outdoor pools and the spring water in them was too hot. Too hot I decided to be out of the water most of the time. I wondered how the other visitors enjoyably stood the heat. It was uncomfortably searing. I was disappointed my fellas didn't want to rent a cabana but had we gotten one we might have regretted more. Perhaps they anticipated that we weren't going to stay too long. It was somehow an embarrassing experience to carry our bags around and to keep an eye on them but lucky us we didn't rent one because we all decided it was time to leave after roughly an hour and it's then our last issue came into play. We took a bath to get a relief from the discomfort caused by the scorching spring water and surprisingly the water that sprinkled onto our skin was way hotter. I personally thought I was going to get blistered and collapse.
6. Mongpong Islet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By albertthebackpacker - Metro Manila, Philippines
Mongpong island, offers a different type of seashores, from white sands, to rugged, dramatic, corralled and rocky that gives a different consciousness to all visitors.
The impressive rock formation of Ungab, served as the natural monuments in the island. This rock formation is the most visited part of barangay island Mongpong.
The island rely on farming and fishing. might not enough for them but the preference to live in a simple life is their choice. The people are very courteous and gracious, the reason and you just say, the island is an island of good natured people.
As going around, no stray children in a dirty clothes found around. no sign of poverty, despite the fact that the villagers is dependent in fishing and farming in a seasonal mode.
It was said a perfect place to relax, to meditate because simplicity is the main view of the island. The island is noiseless, except for the sound of the waves.
7. Bagumbungan Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By shiwshiw_f - Palawan Province, Philippines
i've never gone spelunking and never would have if not for this trip.
wasn't prepared to do acrobatic positions , squeeze in between rocks and slide down muddy paths all in the dark..it was very challenging. in return though, we saw underground rivers, Waterfalls, rock and calcium formations as well as bats (and guano)..did not see beyond quadrant e (not sure) as the rest would be for experienced spelunkers..
wouldn't hurt to try this but i would not recommend it for the fainthearted and lazy (i'm lazy too but i tried)..if you decide to go best do some stretching exercises first otherwise your whole body's going to ache.believe me.
i've forgotten the names of our guides but just want to send my thanks to them as they were extremely helpful...from checking if your footwear will suffice to helping with lunch...salamat!
8. Mt Malindig
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Mohamad d - Manila, Philippines
I went to Barangay Sihi in Buena Vista, bought a license ticket there for climbing
mt. Malindig. I was told it's only 10P, but they charged me 20P or so. Later on, when
I went to the 2nd tower, I was told that I'm supposed to have the receipt from them.
I hired a guide, we kept climbing. It's quite an effort to go up there. Next time, I
should bring food and water. It took us around 2 hours to get up to the 2nd antennae.
We didn't continue to the mountain top. We had to go down. It was a great adventure and
experience. I've learned that with small steady steps, you can reach high levels.
It teaches one to be strong, resilient, and perseverant.
After this great experience, going up the stairs has become ridiculously EASY! I felt
I was going up with an elevator not with legs. My legs became adept to mountain climbing, and were very strong. It's an achievement to climb Mount Malindig, and it's
recommended for anyone who climbed it to tell their story of it.
Note:
You'd see the sky getting darker as you go higher.
I felt as if I were on an airplane at that altitude.
You could see the Tres Reyes at your left and Torrijos at your right, and Malibago down in front of you.
9. Natangco Islet
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Raisa R - Quezon City, Quezon City, Philippines
Went inside the house at this Island. It was so amazing. My Cousin's Aunt own's the house that why I got to enter it. The Beach is nice but very deep. You can swim but only until 3pm. there is a scarcity of water and electricity supply in the island. A must see place in Marinduqe
10. Battle of Pulang Lupa Marker
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Angelito P - Muntinlupa, Philippines
The guys at the beach in Torrijos suggested we go up via ATVs. But I thought I'd do it leisurely, on a 4X4.
On top of the hill, the view feels like one is in Tagaytay. The marker almost seems inconsequential, altho it is worth a read and some photos. The real attraction here is the magnificence of the view while looking down.
For the more athletic, you can try to hike up the hill. We met someone up the hill who actually ran up, apparently as part of his endurance training. It would be nice to pitch a tent and camp overnight.
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