Virgin Island
Virgin Island (Sillon Island)
A privately owned islet off Bantayan's northeast coast, with white sand and shallow coral waters. It is the highlight of island-hopping snorkeling trips.
Virgin Island (also known as Sillon Island) is a private islet in the sea northeast of Bantayan Island. It has a short stretch of white sand and coconut palms, and the shallow waters around it are jade green, with corals and starfish to see while snorkeling. Landing requires an island fee (several hundred pesos), and visitors can eat fresh sea urchin and other seafood on the island. Island-hopping trips usually depart from San Francisco by bangka (crab boat), and are often combined with Hilantagaan Island and other stops. A half-day trip takes about 3 to 4 hours. The boat is hired as a whole, and the cost is shared among passengers. Boat operators may cancel trips when waves are rough. Remember to protect yourself from the sun.
Opening hours
Daytime (boat trips)
Nearby sights
- Bantayan Island Nature Park and Resort
- Hilantagaan Island
- Kota Beach
- Sugar Beach
- Ogtong Cave
- Paradise Beach
- Obo-ob Mangrove Garden
- Saints Peter and Paul Parish Church, Bantayan