Major city · Philippines
Bantayan
Spend 2 days on Bantayan: one day for beaches and sights, a second for relaxed island vibe; arrive by ferry from Hagnaya.
Bantayan Island, part of Cebu Province, offers a handful of beaches, a historic church and simple island activities. A short ferry ride from Hagnaya makes a 2‑day stay enough to see the main sights and unwind.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Dec–May (dry season)
- avoid Jun–Nov (rainy, occasional typhoons)
- Airport
- CEB
- Nights
- 2
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- 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.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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 Bantayan117 ▾
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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 Bantayan, 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
- SafetyBantayan is generally safe; keep valuables locked, watch for strong currents at some beaches, and use licensed transport.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers117 police · 117 fire & ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckCEB Mactan‑Cebu International Airport (Air Juan flies to Bantayan airfield; 30 min flight (check 2026 schedule).).
- Getting aroundFrom the Santa Fe port walk to town on a tricab (≈₱20) or rent a motorbike (₱250 (≈ US$5)‑450/day).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealMeal at local market stall₱80–₱150 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedDorm bed, a night, per person₱549 (≈ US$10)
- Mid-range bedDouble room, a night, per person₱800 (≈ US$15)
- High-end bedDouble room, a night, per person₱1,200 (≈ US$25)
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
- CEB Mactan‑Cebu International Airport (Air Juan flies to Bantayan airfield; 30 min flight (check 2026 schedule).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Bantayan: 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
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 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
From the Santa Fe port walk to town on a tricab (≈₱20) or rent a motorbike (₱250‑450/day). Bicycles are ₱100/day; jeepney links Santa Fe to Bantayan town.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Virgin Island
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Motorbike or habal‑habal from Santa Fe, 15 min
Snorkeling spot, no facilities.
Ogtong Cave
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round trip
Motorbike, 20 min from Santa Fe
Swim in fresh‑water pool inside cave.
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.
Stevrena Cottages
Fan double or A/C double rooms, free Wi‑Fi, from ₱600
Casa Isabel Hostel
A/C six‑bed dorm, free Wi‑Fi & breakfast, from ₱549 per person
Montemar Pension House
Fan double room, own bathroom, ₱600
B M Island Inn
A/C double, own bathroom, free Wi‑Fi, ₱950
Beach People Hostel
6‑8 bed A/C dorm, free Wi‑Fi & breakfast, from ₱999 per person
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
Trip budget
| Dorm bed2 × 2 nights × ₱650 | ₱2,600 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ₱1,500 | ₱6,000 |
| Super Shuttle ferry round‑trip2 × ₱384 · ₱359 fare + ₱25 terminal fee (2023); check 2026 price | ₱768 |
| Motorbike rental per day2 × ₱350 · average of ₱250‑₱450 | ₱700 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱1,007 |
| Trip total≈ ₱2,769 per person per day, bed included | ₱11,075≈ US$200 |
Casa Isabel Hostel
2026 estimate in PHP; flights and inter‑island transfers excluded.
Prices of common things
| Meal at local market stall | ₱80–₱150 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bottle of water (500 ml) | ₱20–₱35 (≈ under US$1) |
| Tricab ride from port to town | ₱20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Motorbike rental per day | ₱250–₱450 (≈ US$5–8) |
| Ferry one‑way (Super Shuttle) | ₱359 (≈ US$7) + ₱25 (≈ under US$1) fee |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry departures are hourly 6 AM‑5 PM; check schedules for seasonal changes.
- ATMs charge a minimum ₱250 (≈ US$5) withdrawal fee for overseas cards.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 117
- Fire & ambulance
- 117
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Emergency
- Police / Fire & ambulance117
Embassy
US Consulate in Cebu City (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Super Shuttle ferry Hagnaya → Santa Fe: ≈₱384 total (fare + terminal fee) (check)
- Motorbike rental: ≈₱350 per day
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)
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 Bantayan. 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 (dry season) · avoid Jun–Nov (rainy, occasional typhoons) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 5 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add ferry schedule monitoring for peak season.
- Include bike‑rental map for island loops.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Bantayan
- secondaryWikivoyage: Bantayan, revision 5339044 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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