Boracay-Kalibo Trip Sample Expenses

Below is the sample expenses of our Boracay-Kalibo trip last July 3 - 6, 2014.

Particulars	Total
Tricycle Fare from Airport to Seaport	PHP 160.00
Boat Fare from Caticlan to Boracay	PHP 75.00
Environmental & Admission Fee	PHP 225.00
Tricycle Fare from Seaport to Hotel	PHP 100.00
Breakfast @Big Smoke	PHP 355.00
Beef Salpicao - Php150.00
Tapa - Php140.00
Fried Egg - Php15.00
Gralic Rice - Php25.00
Tuyo - Php25.00
Tricycle Fare from Bulabog to Hotel	PHP 60.00

Backyard BBQ

If you don't love meat, then don't ever come to this place. Eating in this restaurant taught me how to love my body, with all the excess fat. I love their posts on the wall, specially the one that says "The Meatier The Sexier"! 

Snorkeling

Snorkeling is one of the first activities in Boracay that has became very popular in the early years. I first experience it on my very first trip to Boracay in 2010. Actually, a lot of my firsts happened on that trip. I had my very first Henna Tattoo, my first Snorkeling, and most of all my first time to fly!

Helmet Dive

If you wondered how it feels to walk on the ocean floor, you can stop now. Because you can actually do it in Helmet Diving when you visit Boracay. I've heard so much about this activity that I wanted to try it myself. 

Smoke Restaurant

Beef Salpicao - Php150.00

One of my friends is a frequent visitor of Boracay Island and she served as our guide. She knows where to have good food within our allocated budget.

Island Hopping

Crystal-clear water at Carabao Island

It's true what they say that your Boracay adventure experience will not be complete without this activity! Island Hopping is one of the first and old activities they offered in Boracay. Known for its "White Beach" and other  beautiful and unspoiled beaches. You can't settle yourself with just the "White Beach, you must try the island hopping to complete your vacation in Boracay.

Bite Club

This restaurant is loved by many for their unique and delicious snack. Even with a full stomach from our late lunch, I made sure we try the food here.

Gerry's Grill Boracay

Gerry's Grill is one of the largest group of restaurants in the Philippines. It' s the favorite hangouts for people who love sports and to drink. They have live streaming of basketball.

Ocean Tower View Point

Do you want to see Boracay in 360 degrees panoramic view? You can now, by visiting the Ocean Tower View Point located in Brgy. Bulabog, Boracay.

Parasailing

If you love adventure up in the air, this activity is the perfect one for you. You can experience being whisked into the sky while strapped in a seat covered by a colorful parachute.

Other Activites in Boracay

Below is the list of activities you can try when you visit Boracay Island.

WATER ACTIVITIES:

Aquarium Scuba

The newest activity in Boracay, that lets you swim around with one of the Philippines largest aquariums.

Rate per person:

Php3, 000.00

Aquarium Ocean Walk

A walk on powder-like white sand is an enjoyable, relaxing and fun activity. But what if it's a walk on the the sand but underwater? It must be amazing, right?! If you're up to it, you can try this activity.

Rate per person

Php1,500.00

How to Get to Kalibo from Boracay

I posted guides on how to get to Boracay Island from Kalibo, but some of you might want to know how to go back.  Here's how:

If your hotel is located at the White Beach, you will need to walk up to the nearest street where the pedicabs are parked. There's a designated terminal for tricycles to bring you to the port, so you have to take the pedicab. The last time we were there, the pedicabs are parked near MacDonald's. Fare per person is Php20.00 and only takes less than 5 minutes.

How to Get to Boracay from Kalibo Airport

Kalibo Airport is biggest airport in Aklan.  It caters to all local and international flights. Travel time from Kalibo to Caticlan takes more or less 2 hours.

Ati-atihan Costume in the arrival area at the Kalibo airport terminal

There are vans just outside the airport terminal that will take you to Caticlan Jetty Port. There are also buses in Kalibo town proper to Caticlan if you want an adventure.

How to Get to Boracay from Manila

You have two options to get to Boracay Island from Manila:

BY LAND/SEA:

RoRo sailing from Batangas port to Calapan port

If you're up for an adventure and have a limited budget, you can travel to Boracay via land/sea. Travel time from Manila to Boracay via land/sea takes more or less 17 hours with stopovers. Travel time also depends on the weather condition.

List of Hotel/Inns/Lodgings in Station 2, White Beach, Boracay Island

Last Updated: August 31, 2016

Please find below the list of accommodations in Station 2, White Beach in Boracay Island. This is just a list and does not guarantee the current room rates, addresses, contact numbers and quality of service of the hotels. It is advisable that you do a full and thorough research about a specific hotel before booking.

List of Hotels in Station 1, White Beach, Boracay Island

Below is the list of hotels, inns & lodging in Station 1, Boracay Island.  If you know one that is not included in my list, kindly let me know and I will gladly add it. 

Ambassador in Paradise

Address: Station 1, Sitio Pinaongon, Barangay Balabag, Boracay Island, Malay, Aklan

Phone#: +63(36)288-1541/+63(36)288-1540

Email: reservations@ambassadorinparadise.com

How to Get to Boracay from Caticlan Airport

Caticlan (Boracay) Airport is the nearest airport to Boracay Island. Most of the tourist prefer to fly here for ease and convenience. However, due to the small size of this airport's runway, only turboprop is allowed to land here.