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Tablas
Spend 2–3 days on Tablas for beaches, snorkeling and relaxed island hopping; reach via Caticlan or Kalibo ferry.
Tablas Island, the largest in Romblon, offers pristine beaches, marine sanctuaries and low‑key villages. With limited transport and modest accommodation, two to three days let you see the main sites without rushing.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Dec–May
- avoid Jun–Nov (rainy season, landslides)
- Airports
- MPH · KLO
- Nights
- 2–3
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- 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 Tablas911 ▾
- 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 Tablas, 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
- SafetyTablas is generally safe for tourists; watch for landslides and flooding in the rainy season and carry a basic first‑aid kit.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers911 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.
- AirportMPH Caticlan Airport (Nearest commercial airport; tricycle to jetty, then ferry to Tablas (≈3 h).).
- Getting aroundTricycles, motorbike taxis (single) and jeepneys serve villages; rent a motorbike for full island freedom.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Museum or sight ticketLooc Fish Sanctuary entry₱100 (≈ US$2)
- Budget bedBudget guesthouse room, a night, per person₱500 (≈ US$9)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range beachfront resort, a night, per person₱1,800 (≈ US$35)
- High-end bedMid‑range beachfront resort, a night, per person₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱1,200 (≈ US$25) · Mid ₱1,800 (≈ US$35) · 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
- MPH Caticlan Airport (Nearest commercial airport; tricycle to jetty, then ferry to Tablas (≈3 h).) · KLO Kalibo International Airport (Cheaper flights; 1.5–2 h bus/van to Caticlan jetty, then ferry.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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Feb
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Nov. Month by month →
Warmest May (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tablas: 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.
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
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Oct
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Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 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, motorbike taxis (single) and jeepneys serve villages; rent a motorbike for full island freedom.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Looc Fish Sanctuary
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Boat from Looc Pier, ≈15 min
Entry ₱100; snorkel and kayak rentals available.
Blue Hole of Tablas
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Motorbike to San Agustin, then dive/snorkel site (no formal transport)
Free natural dive spot; bring gear.
Binucot Beach
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Motorbike from Ferrol, ≈20 min
Public beach, no fee.
Tinagong Dagat
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Motorboat from Calatrava Pier, ≈30 min
Remote salt‑water lake; often empty.
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.
Odiongan town area
Closest to Odiongan Port; budget guesthouses, easy ferry access.
Ferrol beachfront
Mid‑range resorts near Binucot Beach.
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
- ₱1,200–1,800 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₱1,800–2,500 (≈ US$35–45) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget guesthouse room2 × 2 nights × ₱800 | ₱3,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ₱1,800 | ₱7,200 |
| Ferry Odiongan ↔ Caticlan (round‑trip)2 × ₱1,500 · Check schedules; price varies by operator. | ₱3,000 |
| Motorbike rental (full day)2 × ₱800 · Check insurance. | ₱1,600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱1,500 |
| Trip total≈ ₱4,130 per person per day, bed included | ₱16,500≈ US$300 |
2026 estimate in PHP; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Ferry Odiongan ↔ Caticlan (one‑way)Depends on operator and class. | ₱900–2,500 (≈ US$16–45) |
| Looc Fish Sanctuary entry | ₱100 (≈ US$2) |
| Meal at local eatery | ₱120–250 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Motorbike rental (per day) | ₱800–1,200 (≈ US$15–25) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Rainy season (Jun–Nov) can trigger landslides and road closures; check conditions before travel.
- Coastal flooding may affect low‑lying beaches during heavy rains.
- Limited emergency services; bring a basic first‑aid kit and keep a charged phone.
Emergency numbers
- National emergency
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Odiongan ↔ Caticlan ferry: ≈ ₱900–2,500 one‑way, 3 h travel (check schedule)
- Motorbike rental per day: ≈ ₱800–1,200
Say or show
- Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah-sen-sya na)
- Salamat — Thank you (sa-la-mat)
- Magkano? — How much? (mag-ka-no)
- 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 Tablas. 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–Nov (rainy season, landslides) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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