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Major city · Philippines

Canigao Island

A half-day trip from Matalom or a one-night campout: white sand, snorkelling, a lighthouse. Not a multi-day base.

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Canigao Island is a small, uninhabited islet off the coast of Matalom, Leyte. Its main draws are a white-sand beach, coral reefs for snorkelling and diving, and a lighthouse. There is no permanent settlement, only basic cottages and camping. Most visitors come on a day trip from Matalom or stay one night for the quiet.

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Best months
Dec–May (dry season)
avoid Jun–Nov (typhoon season)
Airport
TAC
Nights
1

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This is a basic guide for Canigao Island: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
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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.

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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 Canigao Island911 ▾
  • 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 Canigao Island, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • Budget bedBasic cottage, a night, per room₱700 (≈ US$13)
  • Mid-range bedBasic cottage, a night, per room₱1,000 (≈ US$18)
  • High-end bedBasic cottage, a night, per room₱1,500 (≈ US$30)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱500 (≈ US$9) · Mid ₱1,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₱3,000 (≈ US$55)

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.

White-sand beachSnorkelling and diving on coral reefsLighthouseUninhabited island escape
Airports
TAC Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport (Tacloban) (About 2.5 h by road to Matalom)

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

    32°C (90°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

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

Warmest Apr (32°C (90°F)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F) low), wettest Nov (17 rain days), driest Apr (8). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Canigao Island: 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

32°C (90°F)

25°C (77°F)

10 rd

Jun

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

14 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

15 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

14 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

17 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

The island is walkable in 15–20 min. Boat from Matalom port: 15 min, ₱65/person each way (check).

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time
Matalomgo

Door to door: 15 min

Boat from Canigao back to Matalom port, 15 min

The jump-off point; basic eateries and a market.

Maasingo

Door to door: 45 min

Jeepney or van from Matalom, about 30 min

Larger town with more accommodation and the Maasin Cathedral.

Baybay

go

Door to door: 1.25 h

Bus from Matalom, about 1 h

Coastal town with a university and a few beach resorts.

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.

On the island

Basic cottages (₱700–1,500/night) or camping (₱100). No electricity or running water in some rentals; bring supplies.

Matalom town

A few budget inns and homestays; more options in Maasin or Baybay.

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
₱500–1,000 (≈ US$9–18) (day trip, own food)
Mid
₱1,500–2,500 (≈ US$30–45) (overnight cottage, meals from Matalom)

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Camping (own tent)2 × 1 night × ₱100₱200
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱500₱1,000
Boat from Matalom, return2 × ₱130 · check₱260
Entrance fee (adult)2 × ₱40 · check₱80
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₱154
Trip total≈ ₱847 per person per day, bed included₱1,694≈ US$30

No facilities

2026 estimate in Philippine pesos; flights and land transport to Matalom excluded.

Prices of common things

Boat from Matalom, one waycheck₱65 (≈ US$2)
Entrance fee (adult)check₱40 (≈ under US$1)
Camping feecheck₱100 (≈ US$2)
Cottage overnightcheck₱700–1,500 (≈ US$13–30)
Bottled water (1 L, Matalom)₱20–30 (≈ under US$1)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Canigao is generally safe, but the island has no medical facilities. The main risks are sunburn, dehydration and strong currents in the protected zone. Always wear a life jacket on the boat crossing.
  • No shops or restaurants on the island: bring food and drinking water.
  • The western and northern parts are a protected nature sanctuary; swimming, diving and fishing are restricted there.
  • Typhoons can cancel boat crossings; check the weather before heading to Matalom.
  • Camping has no facilities; pack out all rubbish.

Emergency numbers

National emergency
911

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My bed tonight

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Dalhin mo ako sa daungan, pakiusapTake me to the port, please

Emergency

  • National emergency911

Embassy

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Boat Matalom → Canigao: ₱65 (≈ US$2)/person, 15 min (check)
  • Entrance fee: ₱40 (≈ under US$1)/adult (check)

Say or show

  • Magkano? — How much? (mag-KA-no)
  • Salamat — Thank you (sa-LA-mat)
  • Nasaan ang bangka? — Where is the boat? (na-SA-an ang bang-KA)
  • Kailangan ko ng tubig — I need water (kai-LA-ngan ko ng TU-big)
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 Canigao Island. 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) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas 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. 4 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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Sources

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