Top Things to do in Busuanga Island
Top 10 Things to do in Busuanga Island, Mimaropa
Discover the best top things to do in Busuanga Island, Philippines including Kayangan Lake, Mt Tapyas, Siete Pecados, Coron Bay, Barracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon, Pass Island, Black Island, Malcapuya Island, Maquinit Hot Spring.
Restaurants in Busuanga Island
1. Kayangan Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,424 reviews
Reviewed By imek0 - Hornsby, Australia
its similar to barracuda lake but both of them have their own beauty. The lake is very deep so its wonderful to explore all the sides as you can you lot of rock formations and scuba divers beneath you. the deck is very small so you have to ask many other tourists to give you a way.
2. Mt Tapyas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 947 reviews
Reviewed By fungineerviolet - San Francisco, United States
Hidden gem! Must go! Don't worry about the climb, you can take breaks and stop for photos. Lots of vendors selling water and other beverages. 744 steps is worth the climb for the stunning sunset views. Can get crowded... Like it did for us on a weekday but overall, a very fun activity to do either solo or with a group.
3. Siete Pecados
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 560 reviews
Reviewed By JuanMarko - Laguna Province, Philippines
Check out the video on YT just search "Siete Pecados by Juan Marko" See how beautiful the Marine Park and Drone Shots
4. Coron Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 508 reviews
Reviewed By 569sallyk
We were looking for a multi-day expedition, traveling from El Nido to Coron. We wanted something like Tao, but with fewer people. Abandon Paradise fit that bill - and was cheaper than Tao! We ended up being the only people to sign up for our dates, so we basically got a private boat tour. It was an absolutely unforgettable trip that I find myself day dreaming about a lot. Our guide Kier, alongside our captain, cook and skipper and dog Mishao took great care of us, preparing the most delicious meals (fresh fish off the side of the boat), tropical fruits, and showing us the best places to snorkel and spot sea turtles. This was the highlight of the trip. If you want to escape it all, in a smaller group than Tao, do consider Abandon Paradise - they are fantastic!!
5. Barracuda Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 983 reviews
Reviewed By jun_r - Sacramento, United States
This place was suggested as a dive spot. I was initially skeptical as I didn’t think there was much to experience in a freshwater lake. Was I ever wrong. Diving this lake is an other wordly experience. It is eerie and magical at the same time. The water is cold as you go in but as you descend it SUDDENLY turns warm… almost too warm so you don’t actually want to wear a wetsuit when you dive here. The change in water temp was so sudden that my mask fogged up so you’ll need to brush up on your mask clearing skills if you want to see anything here. The lake itself is pretty deep so you want to dive close to the edges to experience the limestone structures that line the sides of the lake. They also have some really friendly freshwater catfish in there that you can practically hand feed by breaking up some of the snails on the lake bed.
6. Twin Lagoon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,045 reviews
Reviewed By pochaycruz - Las Pinas, Philippines
Its only passable by kayak if low tide or swim through the opening if its high-tide. I have experienced both and would recommend the latter as you can feel the change of temp of the cool sea water and warm fresh water. A bit difficult to climb the stairs and its a slippery was well so take precaution if you manage to climb the stairs.
7. Pass Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By Vannie_ben - Manila, Philippines
This is very nice island somewhere in Coron, Busuanga Palawan. The powdery sand and crystal water plus the corals and fishes swimming just near in the shore. I crush a biscuits to feed the fishes and im so amazed, izs look like you are in a big aquarium as well swimming with different colorful fishes.
8. Black Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By 1FreeSpirit26 - Canada, null
Spent an afternoon picnic on the white sandy beach of this beautiful island which is guarded and maintained by the Tagbanua, an indigeneous people of this region. The black cliff backdrop is where the swiflet birds live (known for their edible nests used in birds nest soup). There are water caves and tunnels within the black mountain/cliffs of Black Island to explore if you are brave enough to venture deep inside. On the beach are little huts for sheltered picnics. The surrounding water is clear. Bring your snorkelling gear to enjoy your swim and view the corals and aquatic life. There is a reasonable fee to visit and enjoy the island as well as use the huts. The fee goes towards maintenance of the island and future plans for safe docking of boats and protection of the surrounding coral reefs, as well as improvement of public washrooms and sanitation to accommodate the influx of visitors. Beautiful place to visit for a peaceful and relaxing day with family, friends or even solo.
9. Malcapuya Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 658 reviews
Reviewed By dp2812
Amazing beautiful island with amazing beach! You can easily spend all down. It is good for all types of visit. Perfect place for family, friends and daily parties
10. Maquinit Hot Spring
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,101 reviews
Reviewed By Midtown303 - Melbourne, Australia
We were thinking "it's 30 degree, why would you want to go and sit in hot springs?" But, wow, i'm glad we did. We took a tricycle from the hotel, which cost Php 500 for the round trip and 1 hour waiting time. We ended up extending and spending 2 hours at the springs. The tricycle driver charged an extra Php 100 per extra hour of waiting. (There are also some nice views of the port / ocean on the way there.) We had aching muscles from island hopping a few days earlier and a long soak in the therapeutic hot springs certainly helped a lot. The entrance fee was Php 200 per person. There are some changing areas but there are no showers - hot or cold. (Bring your towel and a change of clothes for the ride home ) The Hot Spring is basically a large circular pool of about 20m diameter and about 3 feet deep fed by two smaller pools taking water from a natural hot spring. (the Japanese would call this an "onsen".) The temperature is apparently 38 to 41° (C) and while it seems quite hot when you first get in you quickly become used to it. There is a step or "love seat" around the edge of the pool so once you start to feel too hot you can sit on the edge waist deep or just soak the lower half of your legs. When we visited there was enough of a breeze to cool you down once you came out of the water. There are plenty of picnic tables and the small kiosk selling water cold beer and basic snacks. At the back of the facility where the spring water flows out to the ocean is a small viewing deck with beautiful views and great for photos. If you need to soak some aching muscles, or sweat out a big night of drinking, or just want a beautiful place to visit especially as a couple, then the hot springs should be on your to do list.
