Information about Tubabao Island
Tubabao Island
Samar Island's southernmost point is home to the island of Tubabao. It is one of the islands that make up the town of Guiuan, which is located in the province of Eastern Samar in the east-central Philippines.
5,000 Russian refugees fleeing China were given a temporary haven in Tubabao by the International Refugee Organization (IRO) in 1949 and 1950.
The town of Guiuan has a guesthouse, and a small boat may take you just a little way out to the island. With some remnants from the war and the refugee camp, it is still rustic but interesting.
How to get there
Go on a flight to Tacloban. Once in the province, ride a jeepney or taxi going to the van terminals. Then, find a van that services Tubabao Island.
Best time to visit
This is an all-year-round destination that can be visited anytime of day.
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