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Hi! My friend and I will be in boracay this june 2010. I am still trying to choose if we will just find an airport transfer package from kalibo to boracay or just be adventurous to just jump on any van going to the port, which is much cheaper. My main concern is if we just jump to any van there, will it immediately go to the port or wait the van to be occupied. We will be in the kalibo airport by 245pm and we don't want to arrive in Jetty port after 2 hours or so. thanks!
The vans wait to be fully occupied before it leaves for the port. If you are that eager to reach Boracay early, please heed this advise: before you hire a vehicle exclusively for your use, check if the airconditioning unit is running efficiently; in other words, make sure it is cool enough to your liking. Oh, and check for balding tires, too. How sad if you'll have a flat tire on the road. Now, a saving tip: instead of hiring a van all to yourself, tell the driver that you'll pay for the whole 2nd or middle row or both. That way, you can cut short the waiting time for the van to leave, and you can stretch your legs or put your bags on the seat.
Usually a lot of people will want to go to Boracay from you plane, then I landed in Kalibo airport at the end of December most of the people went by the mini buses till the Jetty port. There are about 9-10 pax in one bus, so I waited maybe 5 min max for the bus to be full and we immediately departed. The price was about 200 php including ferry.
The usual way between Kalibo and Jetty port takes about 1,5-2 hours, depends on the road and weather conditions. So I guess you will not save much time if you will use private transfer to port, but for sure you can easily find private transfer in Kalibo airport.
Yana is right. Most people from the plane will commute anyway, so waiting time can't be that long.
Some time ago, each air-company had its own bus service from Kalibo to Boracay, because of competition with the Caticlan airport. It seems that this kind of service has stopped, but you can still ask your air-company or travel agent about this.
vans leave when they are full, or you can rent the full van...it does not take long. Ask if your boat ticket is included in the van price.
When the sun starts to set, many of the local kids head out to the beach and start making sandcastles and other designs. These kids are really gifted. These castles turn out great, usually you will see a few castles when taking a stroll on the beach. these children dont make these for the fun of it though, so make sure you give a good tip when taking a look and more if you take a picture.
Ati Atihan is more than just a religious fiesta - it´s carnival, Maddi grass, food festival, beauty competition, it`s singing, dancing, drinking, fun and more all together at the same time. Most travelers might know only the Ati Atihan in Kalibo, the biggest and most commercial one. But every third weekend in January there is a smaller and more native one in Ibajay, a small settlement around 45 minutes away from Boracay. The local people from Ibajay call there fiesta the "Original Ati Atihan". If you are on Boracay at this time of the year - than it is a " must " to join this happening.
if you love beach volleyball, there's a lot going on in boracay. if there are no games, all you have to do is start one and a lot of people will join you afterwards.
there's a net opposite hey jude in station 2 and a few more nets opposite nigi nigi in station 1. bring your own ball as the prices in boracay for a beach volleyball can be a bit steep though you can find cheap ones in station 3.
I went to Boracay during the Atiatihan festival season (3rdweek of Jan) so there were many people populating the beach. I decided to discover other places by bike.
I rented a bike and started from Station 3 to the hiway. I took a right turn at a path on Pearl of the Pacific resort where I was led to a small Marian chapel, located way past the resort and a very serene place to visit. I went back to the hiway and continued my northward biking all the way to the barangay plaza and the first church that i saw. Then I made a uturn and headed back to the direction of station 3 again, but this time stopping first at Jona's for a dose of banana peanut shake. Off I went again toward a path that would bring me out to Laguna de Boracay resort (southern part of Bulabog beach). This time the path was pure rugged and uneven terrain.
Then I biked along the beach northward, until I reached Road 1-A was that would lead me back to the main hiway. Once I got back to the main hiway, I took a turn toward D'Mall and went out into the promenade. From there, I was now on a southward direction toward Station 3. Biking on sand is no easy matter either. It gets more difficult to balance when the sand on certain parts are loose.
Biking gives you a different perspective of the island as you can see the town life. The locals, the plaza, the church, the houses that you pass are as much a part of the island as the beaches, the resorts and the parties. And being a tiring exercise it gives you reason to relax on the beach sipping your favorite mixed drink esp. at happy hour.
NOTE: You can attempt to bike your way to Mt. Luho viewdeck, the highest point. Just before you reach Fairways and Bluewater along the hiway, take a right turn where you see the sign to the viewdeck. It's a steep climb but its worth it to be able to overlook Bulabog beach and the nearby islands of Romblon.
They have several shops around the island but the one with the most stuff is at D'Mall. You'll love their wide selection of swimsuits, surf shorts, sarongs, and other cool beachwear. And, if you break a snap on your bikini top, they'll have a replacement on hand. $15-20 for a black bikini? Definitely a bargain!
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