Author:
Janice
Basking Under the Beauty of Batanes 5 Days / 4 Nights
Enjoy the Scotland of the Orient.
Batanes is comprised of approximately 10 islands in the northernmost part of the Philippines and practically next to Taiwan. It is the only set of islands in the Philippines that can boast experiencing all four seasons.
A trip to Batanes is tantamount to visiting paradise: fresh air, hospitable people amidst lush verdant hills. On this travel plan, you'll get to visit three of the islands in Batanes: Basco (the capital), Sabtang and Itbayat. Most of the other islands remain uninhabited but may be visited by boat during certain times of the year.
Be warned though: visiting Batanes is not for the fainthearted. You will need to overcome any fears of cramped spaces (only very small aircraft can land on their airstrip) and brave turbulent waves (when going island hopping). Despite the challenges, visiting Batanes remains as one of those accomplishments you can gladly cross off your bucket list.
Mahatao & Basco Lighthouse
Must see: View Deck, San Carlos Borromeo Church, Spanish Light House (Parola).
Watch the gorgeous Batanes sunset from the lighthouse.
Port of Basco
Small port that accommodates passengers to other Batanes Islands.
Savidug
Watch how Ivatan headgear (vacul) is made and experience walking on the cobblestone streets of Savidug and Sumnanga.
Valugan Beach
A perfect place to commune with nature, embrace the sound of waves and feel the endless breeze of the easterly wind.
Mount Alapad
Photo op moment with some trekking.
The ruins of the LORAN station, a former US navigational facility, can be seen from here.
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