Another family getaway during our week-long vacation in my parents' home province, LEYTE.
My Dad had been telling stories about a beautiful island in his hometown, Palompon, Northern part of Leyte. Kalanggaman Island.
An Island managed by the Local Government, the Municipality of Palompon.
From the town proper, we had to ride a boat that can carry up to 15 people.
There were 9 of us, including my aunt and her kids.
The fees aren't really that expensive.
There are three kinds of boats to choose from, according to its' capacity.
15 = Php 3,000 ; 25 = Php 3,500 ; 30 = Php 4,000
There is also an entrance fee, but it depends of the passenger/visitor is a local or a tourist. There are also discounts for students and kids 12 years old and below.
The coast guard is also strict in implementing safety for the visitors of the island. The boat will never leave the port unless all passengers are buckled up, wearing their life-jackets.
Two men stand as crew for the boat that was rented. They wait for the passengers who are staying in the island during the day. They go back to the port if their customers stay overnight and return to the island in the morning.
The island doesn't have permanent structures and so visitors who wish to stay overnight can rent or bring their own tents to sleep into.
There are also cottage available for Php 250, which includes 8 chairs and two round tables.
There are also plastic beach chairs available for Php 50 each.
There are comfort rooms and dressing rooms available.
A small volleyball court with a net for those who wish to play beach volleyball.
White Sand. Clear water. A beautiful island in the middle of the ocean.
It's More Fun in the Philippines! Visit Kalanggaman Island, Palompon, Leyte, Philippines.
Kalanggaman Island on Flickr
For questions, inquiries, and suggestions:
Debbie Tingzon on Twitter
My Dad had been telling stories about a beautiful island in his hometown, Palompon, Northern part of Leyte. Kalanggaman Island.
An Island managed by the Local Government, the Municipality of Palompon.
From the town proper, we had to ride a boat that can carry up to 15 people.
There were 9 of us, including my aunt and her kids.
The fees aren't really that expensive.
There are three kinds of boats to choose from, according to its' capacity.
15 = Php 3,000 ; 25 = Php 3,500 ; 30 = Php 4,000
There is also an entrance fee, but it depends of the passenger/visitor is a local or a tourist. There are also discounts for students and kids 12 years old and below.
The coast guard is also strict in implementing safety for the visitors of the island. The boat will never leave the port unless all passengers are buckled up, wearing their life-jackets.
Two men stand as crew for the boat that was rented. They wait for the passengers who are staying in the island during the day. They go back to the port if their customers stay overnight and return to the island in the morning.
The island doesn't have permanent structures and so visitors who wish to stay overnight can rent or bring their own tents to sleep into.
There are also cottage available for Php 250, which includes 8 chairs and two round tables.
There are also plastic beach chairs available for Php 50 each.
There are comfort rooms and dressing rooms available.
A small volleyball court with a net for those who wish to play beach volleyball.
White Sand. Clear water. A beautiful island in the middle of the ocean.
It's More Fun in the Philippines! Visit Kalanggaman Island, Palompon, Leyte, Philippines.
Kalanggaman Island on Flickr
For questions, inquiries, and suggestions:
Debbie Tingzon on Twitter
Comments
I hope I can come here soon.