Batanes Tours and Activities

Batanes is most famous for its lighthouses, rolling hills with stunning views of the coastline, and stone houses. It’s a great place to disconnect and unwind because of its postcard-perfect sceneries and often times is called the New Zealand of the Philippines. It’s called the Home of the Winds because of its cool and windy weather. The top tourist spots include Morong Beach, Mt. Iraya, Basco Lighthouse, Vayang Rolling Hills, Valugan Boulder Beach, Mt. Carmel Chapel, House of Dakay, Rakuh a Payaman or Marlboro Hills, and the Honesty Coffee Shop. 

The best months to go to Batanes is during March to June, the dry and summer season in the Philippines with a minimal amount of rainfall. You can also visit during the first quarter of the year where there’s cooler weather in Batanes but rainy days are possible.

Yes, but with limited connectivity or intermittent signal especially in distant areas from Basco, the capital. Some hotels or accommodations have Wi-Fi.

You can ride tricycles, jeepneys, rent motorbikes and bicycles, or hire a private van when doing land tours. For inter-island transportation, you will need to ride passenger boats called faluwa.

Visiting Batanes to the fullest is not just a weekend affair. We recommend planning an itinerary for at least 5 days and 4 nights to bask yourself in the local culture and majestic spots.

Traveling by air is the most cost and time-efficient way to visit Batanes. You can fly from Manila, Cebu, Clark, or Davao to Batanes via Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, and SkyJet. Estimate travel time is between 70 minutes to 1 hour and 50 minutes. You can also book a Batanes tour for a hassle-free journey.

Yes, if the waves are not rough. A famous spot for swimming is Morong Beach that is known for its Nakabuang Arch. 

Yes, it’s safe in Batanes even for solo travelers. The crime rate is low and the locals, Ivatans, are hospitable and friendly.

For your banking needs, Landbank and PNB provide ATMs in Batanes where you can withdraw cash. But to be safe, make sure to bring enough cash before heading to Batanes to avoid delays and inconvenience.