Do it yourself Travel in Guimaras

Do it yourself Travel in Guimaras

Guimaras Island ( 20 Most Beautiful Destinations in Guimaras )

Guimaras is known for its agricultural crops, particularly mangoes, half of all exported mangoes come from this island. The island is famous for producing one of the sweetest manoes and Guimaras is also called the “MANGO CAPITAL OF THE PHILIPPINES”.

How to go to Guimaras

Via Airplane

There are no direct flights to Guimaras. The easier way is to Fly to Iloilo From Manila or wherever you are.

Iloilo to Guimaras Port

Iloilo is the best jump-off point because the ferry rise is only 15 minutes from Jordan Wharf or Buenavista Wharf.
When you arrive in Jordan o Buenavista Port, You must first register at the tourism health desk. Don’t worry because when you ge here, many people will approach you about what you can go to.

What can be visited in Guimaras?

Smallest Plaza in the Philippines– It is only 5 minutes travel from Jordan Port. It is less than 300sqm located in Municipality of Jordan, The center of Guimaras. Its centerpiece is the statue of our hero Dr.Jose Rizal in the back there is a stage and chairs that you can hang out on.

Trappist Monastery & Pasalubong Center– Almost all the tourist who come to Guimaras pass through here because of the wide variety of their souvenir item and religious item are one of them. They also have food items that you will surely enjoy. They also have a chapel here you can also take a walk in their garden where the vibes are really nature. Open daily from 08:00AM-04:00PM.

Mango bars Php95.00	Mango Jam Php195.00
Mango Otap Php135.00	Mango Piaya Php70.00
Mango Biscocho Php100.00	Mango tart Php70.00

Many other gifts can be purchased here.

Guisi Lighthouse– The flight took off about 30minutes before reaching the registration area of Guisi Lighthouse. These ruins are located in Nueva Valencia. It was created in 1894 that served as a navigational guide for fishermen and marine vessels. It is the second oldest lighthouse in the Philippines. The materials used here were from France, Portugal and England but due to the passage of time, it was completely damaged. That is why there is a new lighthouse standing. Guisi is known for the ruins for Spanish-era lighthouse that provide stunning view of the sea and stunning beach enclave below.

Is there a fee at Guisi Lighthouse?

Yes,There is an environmental and parking fee to pay.

Environmental fee	Parking fee
Adult (Php10.00)	Tricycle (Php10.00)
Children (Php5.00)	Van (Php20.00)

Guimaras Wind Farm– is located in San Lorenzo. There are many windmills here that you can visit in person to see how big it is and how beautiful the view is.

Tatlong Pulo Beach– The trip here is about 1 hour from Jordan Port. This is a white sand beach in Jordan. It gets its name from the (3) three karst formations. The place is beautiful and peaceful. The best view here is the sunset. If you are looking for tranquility with a clean coast the tatlong pulo beach is the right place for you.

Is there a fee at Tatlong pulo beach?

Yes,There is an entrance and tricycle fee to pay.

Entrance fee
Php50.00

Tricycle
Php400.00
one way

Taklong Island National Marine Reserve– It is located in San Roque, before reaching it you have to ride a boat. This is a island hopping tour. While on the boat you will amazed by the view you will see.

Piagao Island– is the first stop. Here they have a long mangrove that you can tour because they have a boardwalk. They have a lighthouse style here which you can climb to see the beautiful and amazing view of the island.

Sandbar– The second stop. The sand is fine and white. The sea water is clear. The air is fresh and the place is quiet. You will surely like it.

The floating barge– The third stop, The place is amazing. It’s really worth your time to come here, you won’t regret the place. It stands in the center of the island. It seems that all your problem will disappear for a short time when you come here.

How much is the boat rent going to Taklong Island National Marine Reserve?

The boat rent in Taklong Island is Php1500.00 good for 8 persons for 1 day.

Alobijod Cove Resort– The flight is approximately 20-30 minutes from Pasalubong center. It is a resort located in the municipality of Nueva Valencia, Guimaras. This is a hotel and resort so you can stay here overnight. They offer large, exquisite and affordable rooms. They also have a balcony for relaxing and sight-seeing. The location of the resort is good just walking distance to the beach. The room was clean and cozy.

How much is the entrance fee to Alobijod cove?

Adult	Php75.00
Kids (3-12yrs old)	Php50.00
Senior & PWD	Php60.00

How much is the rent cottage in Alobijod cove?

Front (12-15persons)
Php1000.00

Center (15-20 persons)
Php1200.00

Back (10-12 persons)
Php900.00

How much is a room overnight at Alobijod cove?

Family deluxe	Php4500.00
Quad Deluxe (Beach front)	Php3300.00
Quad Deluxe (Back hotel)	Php3000.00
Queen Deluxe	Php2100.00
Premium twin deluxe	Php2300.00
Premium queen deluxe	Php2300.00

You can book through their facebook page and homepage.

The best time to visit Guimaras is from September to December. When the city is decorated for the holidays with lights are other decorations.

I hope you can vist the Guimaras area, you will never regret this place. It’s worth what you spend here. You can also rent a tricycle to visit the tourist spot here, but you won’t be able to visit all of them because their tour is limited time.

How much the tricycle rent for tour?

The tricyle rent is Php1500.00 from 09:00AM-04:00PM.

Other Attractions in Guimaras

Natago Beach– It is 17.3km away from Jordan Port.
Ave Maria Island– It is 17.0km away from Jordan Port.
Baras Cave– It is 16.9km away from Jordan Port.
Nature’s Eye Beach Resort– It is 32.9km away from Jordan Port. You can also stay here because they have room accommodation.

Where to eat in Guimaras