Lugutan Mangrove Park — Local services in Malay

A strip of mangrove forest is very rare in the Boracay coastline and the Lugutan Mangrove Park is such a rarity. It's just a small strip of coastal forest but is enough to make one wonder how these stands of mangrove survive in what I suspect of an environment not conducive for such growth. The boardwalk affords a few minutes of walk past this marvelous forest, all the while allowing a vantage of the scenic coast. One wouldn't appreciate the experience of being there, what with the beautiful background for picture-taking, unless one gets there. I do recommend that anyone planning for a Boracay Land Tour must include this mangrove park. For one, a Boracay experience is not complete if it is all about white...

It wasn’t very pleasant. It’s crammed with visitors towards the middle of the walk where people want to take pictures so everyone is then forced to stop waiting for others to get done. I wish they built the walk wider to accommodate the flow of people.

Be sure to visit during high tide vs low tide for obvious reasons. Also, there’s a lot of garbage trapped in the mangroves roots. They are very visible during low tide and the water is not there to hide them.

No entrance fee but they will ask you for a donation when you sign their log book. No fixed amount, it is up to you how much you want to give. There are stores across the street from the mangroves where you...

The Mangrove Park is a popular first stop for visitors on land tours in the Boracay area. This attraction features a pleasant boardwalk that guides guests from the entrance to its conclusion. In the middle of the park, there is a terrace where visitors can take photos amidst the beautiful scenery. Local residents are present to assist with photography, offering tips for capturing great angles and encouraging engaging poses and actions. While they do not expect tips, many find their assistance and professionalism worthy of a small token of appreciation. This experience is considered one of the highlights of a visit to Boracay. This is our second visit...