North Gigante Island — Local services in Carles

Going to the island has two option, from the mainland of Bancal Carles which is closer compared to the port of Estancia, hourly trip is available but only limited though you can pay extra for a special trip. In my case I take the route from estancia 2 hours average travel time, we braces the strong waves since it was monsoon season but still worth to travel. The two island give you a relaxing view which make you calm then just a minute away from the other smaller islands. Several local resort is operating but for the best experience stay with the local if you have friend in the island on the otherhand choose stay in the resort for your safety. You can also visit caves, hiking up to the very rocky mountain and the paradise beach and sand bar. The island is becoming more popular now though most of the tourist prefer the neighboring Boracay might be more than a 100 km away since it is...

Things to put down on your to-do list when on Islas De Gigantes is to visit the lighthouse and the Bakwitan Cave. Besides of course starting from here an amazing island hopping trip, to visit the plenty small islands within close reach of the...

So laidback and that what was I needed. Still not crowded. Road paving is still under construction. Caving is the highlight of my trip. Scallops all the time - breakfast, lunch and dinner. Not to forget the fish -...