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Major city · Philippines

Malinao

Skip Malinao unless you have a car and want a quiet half-day at Vera Falls; otherwise use Legazpi or Tabaco as your base.

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Malinao is a small coastal town in northeast Albay, 30 km from Legazpi. Its only named attraction is Vera Falls, a waterfall with white-water rafting. The town has one café and a handful of eateries. Most travellers pass through on the Legazpi–Tiwi coastal road without stopping.

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Weather
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Currency
PHP
Best months
Dec–May (dry season)
avoid Jun–Nov (typhoon season, roads may flood)
Airport
DRP
Nights
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This is a basic guide for Malinao: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
  • Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
  • 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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Not in this guide yet

  • 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 Malinao911 ▾
  • National emergency911

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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 Malinao, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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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.

Vera Fallsquiet coastal settingwhite-water rafting
Airports
DRP Bicol International Airport (Daraga) (About 30 km (19 mi) south; jeepney or van to Legazpi, then bus/van to Malinao)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  5. May

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Nov. Month by month →

Warmest May (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F) low), wettest Oct (18 rain days), driest Apr (8). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Malinao: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

15 rd

Feb

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

11 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

10 rd

Apr

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

8 rd

May

33°C (91°F)

25°C (77°F)

10 rd

Jun

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

15 rd

Jul

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

17 rd

Aug

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

16 rd

Sep

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

17 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

18 rd

Nov

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

18 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

23°C (73°F)

17 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 for outlying barangays, pedicabs in the town centre. A car is needed to reach Vera Falls (Barangay Soa) unless you hire a tricycle for the round trip.

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, not ride time
Tabacogo

Door to door: 20 min

Jeepney or tricycle, about 15 min

Larger town with market, port and more food options.

Legazpigo

Door to door: 1 h

Bus or UV van, about 40 min

Regional hub with Mayon views, airport, malls and restaurants.

Tiwi

go

Door to door: 30 min

Jeepney or tricycle, about 20 min

Known for hot springs and the Tiwi geothermal plant.

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.

Town centre (Poblacion)

Basic inns and homestays; no mid-range or high-end options confirmed.

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

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₱800–1,500 (≈ US$15–30) excl. bed
Mid
₱1,500–3,000 (≈ US$30–55) excl. bed

Watch out

Safety

Malinao is a quiet rural town with low crime. Hazards are weather-related: typhoons, flooded roads and slippery trails at Vera Falls.
  • Vera Falls access may be limited after heavy rain: check locally.
  • No ATM confirmed in town; bring cash from Legazpi or Tabaco.
  • White-water rafting at Vera Falls is seasonal and operator-dependent: confirm availability before travelling.

Emergency numbers

National emergency
911

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My bed tonight

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Dito po sa address na itoTo this address, please

Emergency

  • National emergency911

Embassy

No foreign embassies in Malinao. The nearest consular services are in Manila or Cebu.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Jeepney Legazpi → Malinao: about ₱40–60 (≈ US$1–2) (check)
  • Tricycle town centre → Vera Falls (one way): about ₱100–200 (≈ US$2–4) (check)

Say or show

  • Magkano papuntang Vera Falls? — How much to Vera Falls? (mag-KA-no pa-POON-tang VEH-rah FALLS)
  • Dalhin mo ako doon — Please take me there (dal-HIN mo a-KO do-ON)
  • Salamat — Thank you (sa-LA-mat)
  • Nasaan ang café? — Where is the café? (na-SA-an ang ka-PEH)
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 Malinao. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Dec–May (dry season) · avoid Jun–Nov (typhoon season, roads may flood) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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