It is well-known that Boracay is one of the most sought after beach destinations in the Philippines, which is famous for its powdery white sand, active nightlife, and crystal clear waters. Getting there may involve a combination of air, sea, or land travel depending on where you are starting from. The main travel hubs are Manila, Cebu and Bohol and all of them have several routes suited to your pocket, timing and taste.

Below is a comprehensive and easy to follow travel guide for foreigners covering different countries and approaches to Boracay:

From manila heading towards Boracay

By Air:

(Most Convenient & Congregated Advancement)

Take your time:

• A flight reservation from Manila (Ninoy Aquino International Airport- NAIA Airport) to Caticlan Airport (Godofredo P. Ramos Airport or Kalibo.

Caticlan Airport:

• This airport stands out as the nearest to Boracay.
• It takes only about 15 minutes from the airport to Caticlan Jetty Port.

Kalibo International Airport:

• This one is located farther away, about 1.5-2 hours from Caticlan.
• . You can work still, breathe out in the air relax while in the bus.
• At Caticlan Airport, after arriving take a short tricycle or shuttle to the Caticlan Jetty Port (this should take around 10-15 minutes).
• In case you land in Kalibo Airport, a bus or a van would be your option to Caticlan Jetty Port.
• This would take around 1.5 – 2 hours.
• After that next would require no length explanation after that.
• In Caticlan, find the Caticlan Jetty Port, purchase your boat tickets to Boracay island.
• And also, pay your terminal fees along with the environmental fee. This journey takes about 20 minutes.
•  after setting foot in Boracay Island, hurrying for a tricycle is the next most important thing to do in order to get to your Hotel or a Resort.

Manila is the best way to reach boracay :

Take two possibilities: By Air (by Caticlan or Kalibo)

• Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, Air Asia : It’s the Airline
• Manila – Caticlan: 1 h 10 min.
• Manila to Kalibo airfare takes 1 hour 20 minutes which is then followed by a 1.5-2-hour bus ride to Caticlan

Cost:

• Manila to Caticlan air fares range from 3000-7000 php depending on the booking time.
• Manila to Kalibo fare 2500 – 6000php.

Tips:

• Taking a flight to Caticlan has the advantage of getting you closer to Boracay.
• The Kalibo option is cheaper but it comes with a long land transfer.

By Ship (Budgets but more travelling time)

There are no direct boats to Boracay, however, you can take a boat to Caticlan, then travel overland to Boracay.

First

• Purchase a ticket to take a ferry from Manila to Caticlan. For example 2GO travel has fleets whose travel time ranges from 9-10 hours.

Second

• Once you reach Caticlan Jetty Port, you will have to look for the same means which you used to get to Caticlan in order to get to Boracay.

additional tips :

By Ship (Participating 2GO Employees)

• Ferry Boat Lines: 2GO Travel.
• Departure Point: Manila North Harbour Pier 4 Estimated travel time (hours): 9-10Total
• Cost: 2000 – 2500 you can find a ticket ($35 – 45) one way ~ economical class. available at centre.
• Timings: They run the Ferry services quite a few times in a week so confirm the timing before your journey.
• Amenities: Fairly basic provisions included restaurant and pirate ship private cabins with a dolphins playroom.

By Land (For Adventurous Travelers, via Batangas)

This is the least common travel path, yet land and sea can also be the best way to get there:

 1. Travel by Bus from Manila to Batangas Port (2-3 hours approx.). There are too many bus lines available for Batangas purposes.

2. From Batangas Port, get into a boat going to Caticlan Jetty Port (About 10 hours onboard conceivably).

 3. Follow the same steps as above once you reach Caticlan Jetty Port.

Additional tips :

By Land (via Batangas)

Step 1:

• Manila to Batangas Port
• Bus Lines: Jam Liner, DLTB, Alps Bus.
• Duration: 2-3 hours.
• Cost: ₱180-₱250 ($3-$5).

Step 2:

• Batangas Port to Caticlan
• Ferry Line: 2GO Travel.
• Duration: 9-10 hours.
•  ₱1,800-₱2,500 ($32-$45) economy class.

Tips: This route is long and undesired for most people, but offers a nice view of the sea while traveling.

From Cebu to Boracay

By Air

• Arrange for a flight from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Caticlan Airport/Kalibo Airport.
• Follow the same steps as the above for arrival at Caticlan/Kalibo Airport.

additional tips :

By Air (via Caticlan or Kalibo)

• Airlines: Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines, AirAsia.
• Duration: Cebu to Caticlan: 1 hour.
• Cebu to Kalibo: 1 hour 10 minutes +1.5 to 2 hours bus ride to caticlan.
• Cost: ₱2,500-₱6,500 ($45-$115) according to booking website and season.

Tips:

For convenience, it is best to fly directly to caticlan.

Travel in the summer, travel in the winter, travel in the rain – there is no bad time travel, and that’s the motto, although summertime will warrant quality guarantee in booker processing and falling into great deals.

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By Ship (Longer but Cheaper Option)

Step 1:

• Move on board a ferry and travel from Cebu to Caticlan Jetty Port. Ferry operations are done by 2GO Travel Company from Cebu within 12-14 hours as the norm.

Step 2:

• On reaching Caticlan Jetty Port, repeat the process of boat transfers to Boracay Island.

By Ship (by 2GO Travel company)

• Ferry Line: 2GO Travel.
• Departed: Cebu Pier 4.
• Period of travel: 12-14 hours.
• Rates: Economy fare costs between Isk1, 000 to Isk1, 500. More options with better standard of living are available.
• Links: Fewer ferry schedules per week are implemented as usual. Facilitate accordingly.
• Operations: Ferries in Manila have similar operational practices wherein accommodation, food and entertainment can also be found on board if the ferry is that kind.

From Bohol to Caticlan/Boracay

By Air (Cebu-Manila-Caticlan/Boracay)

No direct flights are available from Bohol-Panglao international airport to Caticlan/Kalibo.

first

• A booking will be required from Panglao International Airport (Tagbilaran) to the Cebu or Manila.

second

•  from Cebu or Manila, one must connect to a domestic flight, either to caticlan or kalibo.

last

These are the procedures followed on landing at caticlan or kalibo terrorist airports.

additional tips:

By Air (Cebu-Manila-Caticlan/Boracay)

Panglao to Cebu/Manila

• Length of time spent on the flight between Panglao and Cebu/Manila is 1 hour.

 Travels – Cebu/Manila to Caticlan/Kalibo

• Duration for travel from Cebu to Caticlan is 1 hour flight time.
• For travel from Manila to Caticlan, expect to spend 1 hour 10 minutes.

Cost:

• Expense incurred from Cebu to Caticlan ranges from ₱2,500-₱6,500 ($45-$115).
• As for Manilla to Caticlan, flight price anchors at ₱3,000 – ₱7,000 ( $ 55 – $ 125).

By Ship

• Get on a ferry from Tagbilaran, Bohol to Cebu. The duration is roughly 2 hours.
•  After reaching Cebu, take a ferry from Cebu to Caticlan. This voyage will take around 12-14 hours.
• At Caticlan Jetty Port, you will again undergo the similar boat transfer procedures to Boracay Island.

additional tips:

By Ship

 Bohol to Cebu by ferry

• Ferry Lines: Ocean Jet, Super Cat.
• Duration: 2 hours.
• Cost: One way ticket of ₱ 800-₱ 1500 ($15 – $27).
• You can also take the ferry from Los Angeles and make schedules in multiple yearly departures.

 Islands and Island Tactics, Second Leg

• Cebu to Caticlan by ferry (via 2GO Travel).
• Ferry Line: 2 gO travel.
• Duration of 12 to 14 hours with considerable degree of discomfort.
• Cost: $2,000 – $3,000 or approximately $35 – 55. Tips: The ferry option involves long travel times but is economical.

Overview of Main Routes:

Manila to Boracay (Caticlan/Kalibo):

By Air: Direct flight (fastest)

• By Ship: Ferry to Caticlan
• By Land and Sea: Bus + Ferry (via Batangas)

Cebu to Boracay (Caticlan/Kalibo):

• By Air: Direct flight (fastest)
• By Ship: Caticlan provided the ferry service

Bohol to Boracay

• By Air: Via Cebu or Manila
• By Ship: Caticlan bound ferry from Cebu for Caticlan

Boracay Arrival: Final Steps

From Caticlan Jetty Port to Boracay Island

1. Boat Transfer:

• Head to the Caticlan port for the purchase of ferry or bangkas tickets heading towards Boracay Island.
• Duration: 10-20 minutes.
• Exchange rate for the dollar is approximate ₱30-₱50 for a boat ticket.

Other payments made:

• Terminal Fee – ₱100 ($2).
• Environmental Fee – ₱150 ($3).

2. On Arrival at Boracay Island:

• Take a tricycle or e-trike to your accommodation upon reaching the island.
• Cost: depending upon the location, $2-4 on the cheaper side.

General Travel Tips

• Book Ahead: As it is expected, fliers and ferry trainers fill in fast as peak season approaches, hence early booking is advised.
• Environmental Fees: This cash should be set aside for extra expenses incurred namely environmental and terminal fees at Caticlan jetty port.
• Seasons: The peak season to visit Boracay is typically set from December to May. Rates are hiked up however the weather is perfect for beach activities.

Safety: While both air and ferry traveling are relatively safe; however, it is advisable to check the predicted weather conditions beforehand. Typhoons and unpleasant weather may lead to cancellations.

If you need any more information on particular areas such as the schedules or the accommodations, please do not hesitate to contact me!

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