How much is the Apo Island tour?
The fare is 300 Peso one way. The first runs around 8:00am, the last at 4:00pm in the afternoon. Residents of Apo Island pay 20 peso. Many times the boatmen give them a free ride if there is space on a boat.
Is Apo Island worth visiting?
Apo Island in Dauin, Negros Oriental is seriously magical. This tiny island offers some of the best diving in the Philippines and is a sanctuary for hundreds of sea turtles drawing in visitors from all over the world.
How do I get to Apo Island?
Apo Island is usually accessed via Negros. To reach the island, book a ferry or flight bound for Dumaguete. Upon arrival in Dumaguete, you can take private transportation to Malatapay, the jump-off point. Travel time is around 45 minutes.
Is Apo Island Open now?
Please be informed that Apo Island Beach Resort is temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 situation.
Who owns Apo Island?
The island is under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Dauin, Negros Oriental, and is one of the municipality’s 23 barangays.
How can I go to Apo Reef Mindoro?
How to get to Apo Reef
- Option 1: From Alabang, Buendia or Cubao, take a bus to Batangas Port. Hop on a ferry to Abra de Ilog (P260 ferry ticket + P30 terminal fee, 3-4 hours).
- Option 2: From Sampaloc (Manila) or Cubao, take a roro bus to San Jose in Occidental Mindoro and get off at Sablayan.
How do I get to Siquijor from Apo Island?
There is no direct connection from Siquijor to Apo Island (Station). However, you can take the ferry to Port of Dumaguete, take the taxi to Malatapay, then take the Local Banca to Apo Island.
What is Siquijor known for?
Siquijor is known throughout the country for its unique healing arts. Its centuries old tradition of concocting local potions is still being practiced and used as alternative medicine.
Why is it called Apo Island?
The name “Apo” means “elder” or “respected ancestor” in the Visayan languages. The marine habitat around the island is a marine reserve, protected by the National Integrated Protected Area Act (NIPA) and under the jurisdiction of the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB).
Why was there a decline in the fish population in the Apo Island?
The Apo Island Marine Sanctuary was established in 1982 (ICCA Registry, 2010). It came into proposition due to notably declining fish stocks that were being exploited due to destructive fishing practices, such as dynamite fishing.
How do I get to Apo Reef Natural Park?