Major city · Philippines
Borongan
Spend 2 days: one day for surf and beaches, a second for city sights and a short trip to nearby waterfalls.
Borongan, capital of Eastern Samar, offers surf on Baybay Boulevard, nearby beaches, waterfalls and a modest historic centre. With tricycle transport and modest accommodation, two days cover the main attractions without feeling rushed.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Feb–Mar (cooler, less rain, good surf)
- avoid Jul–Oct (typhoon belt, heavy rains)
- Airport
- TAC
- 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 ▾
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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 Borongan117 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Borongan, 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
- SafetyBorongan is generally safe for tourists; stay alert during rainstorms and keep valuables secure on tricycles.
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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 (3 h UV‑Express from Borongan; only commercial airport in Eastern Visayas.).
- Getting aroundTricycles dominate town travel; base fare PHP 11 (≈ under US$1) per km.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)₱80–₱120 (≈ US$2–3)
- Street or quick mealLocal snack (Salukara)₱30–₱60 (≈ US$1–2)
- BeerBeer (bottle)₱70–₱100 (≈ US$2)
- Budget bedBudget guesthouse, a night, per person₱350 (≈ US$7)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱1,200 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per room₱1,800 (≈ US$35)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱500 (≈ US$9) · Mid ₱800 (≈ US$15) · High ₱1,200 (≈ US$25)
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 (3 h UV‑Express from Borongan; only commercial airport in Eastern Visayas.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
not flagged
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
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: Feb–Mar. Avoid: Jul–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest May (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C) low), wettest Jan (22 rain days), driest Jun (13). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Borongan: 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)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
22 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
20 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
20 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
22 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 dominate town travel; base fare PHP 11 per km. Hire a tricycle for beach trips (5–30 min rides).
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kaputian Falls
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Tricycle 5 km (3.1 mi) south, 10 min rideTricycle 3.1 mi (5 km) south, 10 min ride
Free entry, bring water.
Hebacong Sea of Clouds & Nature Park
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
40‑min drive or tricycle hire
Environmental fee ₱20–₱100 (check). Best early morning.
Ganap Cave
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
13 km (8.1 mi) NW, hire tricycle or motorbike8.1 mi (13 km) NW, hire tricycle or motorbike
Entry free, bring a torch.
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.
Hotel Dona Vicenta
A/C rooms, from ₱995 per night.
GV Hotel
Fan/air‑con rooms, from ₱550 per night.
Domsowir Hotel
Fan/air‑con rooms, from ₱350 per night.
Primea Hotel Borongan
Comfortable rooms with breakfast, price check.
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
- ₱500–800 (≈ US$9–15) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₱800–1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₱1,200 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel1 × 2 nights × ₱1,200 | ₱2,400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ₱800 | ₱3,200 |
| UV‑Express Borongan‑Tacloban (round trip)2 × ₱1,200 | ₱2,400 |
| Tricycle fare (10 km)2 × ₱150 | ₱300 |
| eSIM 7‑day data2 × ₱800 | ₱1,600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱990 |
| Trip total≈ ₱2,723 per person per day, bed included | ₱10,890≈ US$200 |
2026 estimate in PHP; flights and inter‑island ferry excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | ₱80–₱120 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Local snack (Salukara) | ₱30–₱60 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Meal at Jollibee | ₱120–₱200 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Beer (bottle) | ₱70–₱100 (≈ US$2) |
| Tricycle ride (5 km) | ₱55 (≈ under US$1) |
| Entrance fee (Hebacong park) | ₱20–₱100 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Borongan Airport has no scheduled commercial flights (Cebu Pacific ceased service).
- The city lies in the typhoon belt; check forecasts during July–October.
- Limited night transport; arrange return tricycle before dark.
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)
- Borongan‑Tacloban UV‑Express: ≈₱1,200 round‑trip, 3 h (check)
- Tricycle (per km): ≈₱11 per km (check)
- eSIM 7‑day data: ≈₱800 (check)
Say or show
- Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pa‑sen‑sya na)
- Salamat — Thank you (sa‑la‑mat)
- Magkano? — How much? (mag‑ka‑no)
- Nasaan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (na‑sa‑an ang ba‑nyo)
- Tricycle po — I need a tricycle (tri‑si‑kle po)
- Pwede ba mag‑card? — Can I pay by card? (pwe‑de ba mag‑card)
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 Borongan. 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–Mar (cooler, less rain, good surf) · avoid Jul–Oct (typhoon belt, heavy rains) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a day for surf at Baybay Boulevard (morning session, afternoon beach).
- Combine Kaputian Falls with Hebacong park for a full‑day nature loop.
- If staying longer, explore nearby Guiuan (boat trip) or Catbalogan (bus).
Sources
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