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Laoang
Half a day is enough to see the Batag Island Lighthouse and the town centre; stay one night if you want to island-hop or attend the fiesta.
Laoang is the economic hub of northeastern Samar, but most travellers pass through on the way to Catarman or Capul. The main draw is the 1907 Batag Island Lighthouse and a handful of beaches and cliffs. The town itself is compact and walkable, and the fiesta in late September adds colour if you time it right.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Feb–May (dry)
- avoid Nov–Jan (typhoon season)
- Airport
- CRM
- Nights
- 1
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- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
- 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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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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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
Emergency numbers for Laoang911 ▾
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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 Laoang, 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
- SafetyLaoang is generally safe, but petty theft can happen in crowded markets.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers911 National emergency · 117 police
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCRM Catarman National Airport (About 30 km (19 mi) south; jeepneys and vans connect to Laoang, about 45 min–1 h.).CRM Catarman National Airport (About 19 mi (30 km) south; jeepneys and vans connect to Laoang, about 45 min–1 h.).
- Getting aroundTricycles are the main local transport; ₱10–20 (≈ under US$1) per ride within town.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedDouble room in a pension house, a night, per room₱800 (≈ US$15)
- Mid-range bedDouble room in a pension house, a night, per room₱1,500 (≈ US$30)
- High-end bedDouble room in a pension house, a night, per room₱3,000 (≈ US$55)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱800 (≈ US$15) · Mid ₱2,000 (≈ US$40) · High ₱4,000 (≈ US$75)
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
- CRM Catarman National Airport (About 30 km (19 mi) south; jeepneys and vans connect to Laoang, about 45 min–1 h.)CRM Catarman National Airport (About 19 mi (30 km) south; jeepneys and vans connect to Laoang, about 45 min–1 h.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Apr
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
May
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jun
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Feb–May. Avoid: Nov–Jan. Month by month →
Warmest May (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Nov (20 rain days), driest Apr (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Laoang: 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.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Mar
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Apr
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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May
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
20 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
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; ₱10–20 per ride within town. Walking covers the centre. For Batag Island, hire a boat from the port (check price and negotiate).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 1 h
Jeepney or van from Laoang market, about 45 min
Provincial capital with more services and the airport.
Capul
cautionDoor to door: About 2–3 h
Van to Catarman, then boat to Capul (check schedules)
Capul has a historic lighthouse and a fortress; boat schedules are irregular.
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.
Barangay Rawis (Maharlika Highway)
Most pension houses and lodges are along the highway; convenient for arriving by bus or van.
Town centre (Poblacion)
Near the church and market; quieter, but fewer accommodation options.
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
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₱800–1,500 (≈ US$15–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₱1,500–3,000 (≈ US$30–55) excl. bed
- High
- ₱3,000 (≈ US$55)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Pension house or lodge, single room1 × 1 night × ₱1,000 | ₱1,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₱2,000 | ₱2,000 |
| Boat to Batag Island (return)1 × ₱1,500 · check | ₱1,500 |
| Tricycle ride within town1 × ₱20 | ₱20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱452 |
| Trip total≈ ₱4,972 per person per day, bed included | ₱4,972≈ US$90 |
2026 estimate in pesos; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Meal at a local eatery | ₱50–150 (≈ US$1–3) |
| Bottle of water (1 L) | ₱15–25 (≈ under US$1) |
| Tricycle ride (within town) | ₱10–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Jeepney to Catarman | ₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Typhoons can hit between November and January; check the weather before travelling.
- Boat trips to Batag Island depend on sea conditions; ask at the port the day before.
- ATMs are limited; bring enough cash from Catarman or Tacloban.
Emergency numbers
- National emergency
- 911
- Police
- 117
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Emergency
- National emergency911
- Police117
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Catarman Airport → Laoang: about ₱150–250 (≈ US$3–5) by van, about 45 min (check)
- Tricycle from the highway to the port: ₱10–20 (≈ under US$1)
Say or show
- Salamat — Thank you (sah-LAH-mat)
- Magkano? — How much? (mag-KAH-no)
- Saan ang daungan? — Where is the port? (sa-AN ang da-OO-ngan)
- Kailangan ko ng bangka papuntang Batag Island — I need a boat to Batag Island (kai-LA-ngan ko ng bang-KA pa-POON-tang BA-tag)
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 Laoang. 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: Feb–May (dry) · avoid Nov–Jan (typhoon season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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