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Kalibo
Spend a half‑day in Kalibo to see the mangrove park and market, then head to Boracay; one night only if you need a rest before the flight.
Kalibo is the transport hub for Boracay and offers a compact town centre with a mangrove park, market, cathedral and local crafts. Most travellers stop for a few hours en route to the islands; a night is only needed for early flights or festival timing.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
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- Best months
- Jan–May (dry season, festival in January)
- avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season)
- Airport
- KLO
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- Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
- Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Kalibo166 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Kalibo, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Philippine pesos (₱) in small notes for jeepneys, market stalls, tips and taxis; malls and hotels take cards.Philippines-wide
- SIM or eSIMGlobe and Smart sell SIMs at airports; SIM registration with passport is required by law.Philippines-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations cheap.Philippines-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% if no service charge.Philippines-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Philippines-wide
- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
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- Emergency numbers166 police · 911 National emergency
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKLO Kalibo International Airport (Domestic hub for Manila‑Cebu flights; gateway to Boracay).
- Getting aroundTricycles are the main local transport; standard fare ₱6.50 (≈ under US$1) for short trips, negotiate for longer rides.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (local café)₱80–120 (≈ US$2–3)
- BeerBottle of local beer₱30–50 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedHostel / dormitory, a night, per person₱300 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱1,800 (≈ US$35)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱800 (≈ US$15) · Mid ₱1,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KLO Kalibo International Airport (Domestic hub for Manila‑Cebu flights; gateway to Boracay)
Best months at a glance
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Best: Jan–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Weather and climate
Kalibo: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Tricycles are the main local transport; standard fare ₱6.50 for short trips, negotiate for longer rides. Taxis are available at the airport but may charge higher rates.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kalibo Mangrove (Bakhawan) Ecotourism Park
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Tricycle 5 min from town centre
Free entry; guided walks available.
Museo it Akean
goDoor to door: ≈15 min total
Tricycle 5 min
Shows Aklan cultural heritage.
Kalibo Cathedral
goDoor to door: ≈10 min total
Tricycle 3 min
Visit during Ati‑Atihan for festival atmosphere.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Airport Line Inn
Near airport, 10 min walk; fan rooms from ₱300
Glowmoon Hotel
Central town, fan rooms from ₱500
Ati‑Atihan Festival Hotel
Dormitory style, ₱350 extra‑bed
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel1 × 1 night × ₱1,800 | ₱1,800 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱1,500 | ₱3,000 |
| Van from Caticlan to Kalibo2 × ₱175 · check | ₱350 |
| Tricycle short ride2 × ₱7 · check | ₱13 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × ₱1,200 · check | ₱2,400 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱756 |
| Trip total≈ ₱4,160 per person per day, bed included | ₱8,319≈ US$150 |
2026 estimate in PHP; flights and airline tickets excluded.
Prices of common things
| Tricycle ride (short) | ₱6.50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Van Caticlan → Kalibo | ₱175 (≈ US$4) |
| Coffee (local café) | ₱80–120 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Meal (seafood grill) | ₱150–300 (≈ US$3–6) |
| Bottle of local beer | ₱30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
- Negotiated tricycle fares can be inflated; confirm price before boarding.
- Pickpocketing spikes during the Ati‑Atihan festival crowds.
- Rain can make unpaved roads around the market slippery in the rainy season.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 166
- National emergency
- 911
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Emergency
- Police166
- National emergency911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Kalibo Airport → town centre (tricycle): ≈₱10, 10 min
- Van Caticlan → Kalibo: ₱175 (≈ US$4), 1.5–2 h
Say or show
- Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah-sen-sya na)
- Tagpila ito? — How much? (tag-pee-la i-to)
- Nasaan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (na-saan ang ban-yo)
Kalibo is a small town; most services are within walking distance of the market.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kalibo. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jan–May (dry season, festival in January) · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season)
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport → town centre via tricycle (≈10 min)
- Town centre → Boracay (Caticlan port) via van (1.5–2 h, ₱175)
- Stay near airport for early flights or in town for market visits.
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