Carabao Island
Carabao Island (San Jose, Romblon)
A small island in Romblon Province, north of Boracay, with uncrowded white-sand beaches reminiscent of Boracay's early days, plus cliff diving.
Carabao Island lies about 8 km north of Boracay, in San Jose town, Romblon Province. It is often called “Boracay as it was twenty years ago.” Lanas Beach and Puka Beach on the island have white sand and few people. Kuwat Cliffs are ideal for diving, and you can ride a motorbike around the island to visit fishing villages. The island can be reached by chartered boat from Boracay or by bangka boat, a trip of about 30 to 45 minutes. It's best as a day trip or a one-night stay. Facilities are basic, and cash is the main form of payment.
Opening hours
Open all day (private charter times flexible)
Nearby sights
- Bat Cave
- Puka Shell Beach
- Ilig-Iligan Beach
- Punta Bunga Beach
- Balinghai Beach
- Mount Luho
- Diniwid Beach
- Holy Rosary Parish Church