Overview

From Manila’s domestic airport, take flights to Boracay either via Kalibo (1 hour and 45 minutes away) or via Caticlan (10-20 minutes by boat). From Kalibo airport, air-conditioned bus and vans for hire will take you to the Caticlan Jetty Port, where boats are stationed to take you to boracay island. Motorized tricyles and pedicabs will take you from Caticlan Airport to the jetty port, 3 minutes away.

Baling Hai Beach

In the northwest of the island, the calm Baling Hai Beach is an ideal spot for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing in a peaceful environment. Also, the beach has fantastic views from the cliff-top restaurant, especially during the sunset hour. The beach is often included as a stop-off on an island boat tour.

Butterfly Garden

Located on the Bulabog Beach, the Butterfly Garden is one of the island’s highlights for nature lovers. Besides an impressive collection of wild butterflies, this breeding farm exhibits some rare tropical plants and trees. The farm originally started as a hobby for Patrick Manion, a retired New Zealand chemist accompanied by his wife. Their in-house restaurant is lovely and is the food is delicious.

Puka Shell Beach

Although there are a few restaurants and vendors selling souvenirs made of shells at the entrance, visitors can expect an empty stretch of sand on this serene beach. Named after the prevalent white seashells, Puka Shell Beach (also known as Yupak Beach) is isolated and has fewer people than any of the other beaches on Boracay. If you wish to get away from the hustle on White Beach, this is an excellent choice.

White Beach

White Beach is the most popular beach and represents the commercial centre of the island. Besides its white powdery sand and the crystal-clear water, this little beach town offers countless restaurants, cafés, bars, and souvenir shops. Think of the White Beach as one continuous beach that is divided into three sections, each with its own unique charm. Station One is known for its low-key atmosphere and this is where luxurious resorts are located, while Station Two is much livelier. It is the heart of the shopping, dining, and entertainment. On the southern tip of the beach, Station Three has several native bungalows and boasts the quietest part of the three.

Willy's Rock Boracay

A bizarre shaped volcanic formation; Willy’s Rock is arguably the most instantly recognizable attraction in Boracay. Situated approximately 100 metres offshore from Station One, the rock is topped by a statue of the Virgin Mary and is becomes an island itself during high tide.

D'Mall

This shopping mall is partially open air and contains a decent food court and a couple of ATMs. There's also an air conditioned supermarket and quite a few shops selling beach clothes, towels and inflatable toys.

Plazoleta Mall Boracay

White Beach in Boracay Island is home to a wide array of shops and one of these is Plazoleta Mall Boracay.
Plazoleta Boracay is the place where tourists look for local arts and crafts. The items that are sold in this shop are some of the most exquisite ranging from carvings, jewelries, lanterns, and sarongs. The shop is known for selling diverse goods.

Aria Restaurant

Aria serves delicious and freshly cooked Italian dishes such as pizzas, pastas, salads, and sweets. Do not forget to try its famous homemade panna cotta. The restaurant has a chic and modern dining room with a good view of the slow-moving crowd on the beach path.

Crafty's Rooftop Bar and Coffee Shop

This restaurant serves delicious and filling Indian curries, sandwiches, and salads. Offering also a wide selection of imported beers and liquors, Crafty’s Rooftop Bar and Coffee Shop is a good spot to watch the sunset and hang out with the local crowd.

Dos Mestizo

Dos Mestizo is a popular Spanish restaurant, serving excellent tapas, sangria, and paella. The restaurant opens daily for lunch and dinner. Also, it serves all-you-can-eat Spanish dishes every Saturday night. The bean soups and hearty stews are tasty.

Friday’s Boracay

The main reason why the restaurant is called Friday's Boracay because it has a fantastic cultural show on Fridays and offers a special set meal including barbeque, a feast of sushi, sashimi, and grilled meats and fish.

Manana Mexican

This lovely beachside and open-air restaurant serves large portions of Mexican food, all using its traditional clay plates. The nacho chips are fresh from the pan and its dip is delicious. The only downside is that the outstanding guacamole is only available when avocados are in season.