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Marabut
Spend a half‑day in Marabut to see the rock islands and relax at Caluwayan Palm Island; add a night if you want beach lodging.
Marabut is a small coastal municipality in Samar with a 20 km shoreline of rock islands and a single beachfront resort. It is best visited as a day‑trip from Tacloban or as a one‑night beach stop; longer stays offer little beyond the resort and island views.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
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- Best months
- Dec–May
- avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season)
- Airport
- TAC
- Nights
- 1
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- 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.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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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 Marabut117 ▾
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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 Marabut, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; watch for sudden rain and strong currents when swimming.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 117 fire and ambulance · 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.
- AirportTAC Tacloban Airport (About 90 km (56 mi) (≈2 h by road) north; bus or van service to Marabut.).TAC Tacloban Airport (About 56 mi (90 km) (≈2 h by road) north; bus or van service to Marabut.).
- Getting aroundMotorbike rentals and tricycles are the main local transport; boat trips to nearby rock islands can be arranged at the resort.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeLocal coffee₱30–₱60 (≈ US$1–2)
- BeerBottle of local beer₱70–₱120 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedResort bungalow, a night, per person₱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
- TAC Tacloban Airport (About 90 km (56 mi) (≈2 h by road) north; bus or van service to Marabut.)TAC Tacloban Airport (About 56 mi (90 km) (≈2 h by road) north; bus or van service to Marabut.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Feb
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
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May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
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32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Oct (18 rain days), driest Apr (9). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Marabut: 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
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Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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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
Motorbike rentals and tricycles are the main local transport; boat trips to nearby rock islands can be arranged at the resort.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Marabut rock islands
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Boat hire from Caluwayan Resort, 10–15 min ride
Best in low tide; no formal fee, tip the boat crew.
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.
Caluwayan Palm Island Resort and Restaurant
Beachfront resort on Caluwayan Island; check‑in 2 PM, checkout noon. Good for one night.
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–₱1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₱1,200–₱2,000 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- High
- ₱2,000 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Resort bungalow2 × 1 night × ₱3,500 | ₱7,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱1,500 | ₱3,000 |
| Boat trip to rock islands2 × ₱300 · check | ₱600 |
| Motorbike rental (full day)2 × ₱500 · check | ₱1,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱1,160 |
| Trip total≈ ₱6,380 per person per day, bed included | ₱12,760≈ US$250 |
Includes meals; check availability.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Local coffee | ₱30–₱60 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Meal at resort restaurant | ₱150–₱300 (≈ US$3–6) |
| Bottle of local beer | ₱70–₱120 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Motorbike rental (per day) | ₱500–₱800 (≈ US$9–15) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited dining and banking options; bring cash.
- Tides affect boat access to some islands; confirm schedule locally.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire and ambulance
- 117
- National emergency
- 911
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Emergency
- Police117
- Fire and ambulance117
- National emergency911
Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Tacloban → Marabut (van): about ₱300–₱400 (≈ US$6–8), 2 h (check)
- Boat to rock islands: about ₱300 (≈ US$6) per person, 15 min (check)
Say or show
- Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah-sen-sya na)
- Salamat — Thank you (sa-la-mat)
- Magkano ito? — How much is this? (mag-ka-no i-to)
- Saan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (sa-an ang ban-yo)
- Pwede bang magbayad? — Can I have the bill? (pwe-de bang mag-ba-yad)
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 Marabut. 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: Dec–May · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Caluwayan Resort for sunrise beach walk.
- Combine with a day trip to nearby town of Calbiga for waterfalls.
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