Alibijaban Island — Local services in Quezon

If you’re looking for a place that feels untouched and unbothered by city chaos, Alibijaban Island in San Andres, Quezon is a hidden gem you’ll definitely fall in love with. It’s one of those islands where time slows down — literally no malls, no big resorts, no loud bars — just white sand, crystal-clear water, and the sound of waves all day long.

Getting there takes a bit of effort (around 8–10 hours from Manila depending on traffic and bus schedules), but once you step foot on the island, it’s totally worth it. The beach is clean, the water is insanely clear, and the vibe is super chill. Locals are friendly and accommodating too — most homestays are run by residents who’ll treat you like family.

There’s not much in terms of luxury — electricity runs on a schedule, signal’s spotty, and you’ll have to bring your own snacks or buy from small sari-sari stores. But honestly, that’s part of the charm. It’s the kind of place where you disconnect from everything digital and just enjoy being present — swimming, watching the sunset, or lying on the sandbar doing absolutely nothing.

Don’t miss the mangrove area — it’s peaceful and great for kayaking or taking photos. If you’re into snorkeling, there are also coral spots nearby with colorful marine life. You can even go island-hopping to Burias if you have extra time.

Overall, Alibijaban is perfect for those who crave simplicity and solitude. It’s not fancy, but it’s beautiful in its raw, natural way. I’d go back in a heartbeat — maybe with a tent, a few friends,...

Rating this place of how much we enjoyed the place, including urchin stung pains:DDDD

its small inhabited island in the gulf of Ragay, Bicol just few minutes off the calm coast of San Andres southeast of Quezon; its semi-fine white sand beach is looong and wiiiiide with crystal clear waters; lots of star fishes and varieties of urchins on low tide… still in its natural and relatively unspoiled state being still unpopular to mass guests; guests facilities are still quite limited so prior arrangement for food, drinking water and accommodation would help a lot; no piped in water so be ready to rinse with well-scooped/pumped water; most accommodations are limited small thatches minimally maintained so bawal sa maarte.... or pitch your tent; for those on the adventure side just wanting to do some grounding and enjoy he island’s natural beauty – wet or dry; watch the sun sets over the horizon while sipping your own diy coffee or ice cold bev brought from the mainland this place could be for you; note tho that its pretty much of a public place so expect few locals here and there; arranged/guided tours by local operators are also offered;… and yes! watch out for urchins too at some points of the snorkeling/swimming area; San Andres is very well accessible via the pan-philippine road and well-paved...

From alabang take bus p&o/barney going to san andres quezon, You may walk/ pedicab going to port, From port register and pay foe environmental fee, From there you’ll assign to one of the bankero there(300 each person, backnfort the bankero will wait for you) You may choose if you want to go first to island bar/mangrove another payment 500 pesos, then if you want stay a little it’s okay, then if you want to take floating cottage it cost 300 per hour for simple one and 400 pesos for bongga one with ihawan…(sometimes there are reservation sa mga cottages but registration said that first come first serve), in floating there is slide and fishes you may feed them rice hehehe.. for camping or overnight you may ask the registration in port. There are also island hoping in borias island i think its 6 or 7 island but it’s a little expensive lang.. like 13k…. Depends on how many are you.. but for us we are 12. Then all the cost/payment will be paid when you go...