7 Island Hopping Adventures to Explore in the Philippines

It is popularly known that the Philippines has 7,107 islands, but the country actually has over 7,640! With these many islands, there’s only one thing to do when in the Philippines: island hopping! Here are some islands where you can hop to with Klook for a tropical adventure!

We can’t talk about the Philippines islands without mentioning the most popular of all: Boracay in Kalibo, Aklan. Take a look at why Boracay island beaches are so popular with an island hopping trip, where you can enjoy the white-sand beaches, or swim with the local underwater fauna. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even go parasailing to enjoy the island with a view from above. And best of all, you can also enjoy a delicious grilled buffet lunch that comes with your trip when you book with Klook!

Lakawon Island in Bacolod City is known for its crystal clear waters and white sand that provide a Lakawon-derful view. For adrenaline junkies, the island offers many watersports like snorkeling, kayaking, or a banana boat ride—perfect for this banana-shaped island! Or if you just want to relax, you can do so underneath the palm trees, the beach cottages, or with a drink in hand in the TawHai Floating Bar, the largest floating bar in Asia.

Siargao Island has become a tourist favorite due to its laid-back vibe that is perfect for relaxing. There is an activity for any type of traveler in Siargao—big waves for the surfers, restaurants aplenty for the foodies, and much more. For thrill-seekers, the island has so much to offer, and Klook has the perfect itinerary covered for you. You start your day with a ride along the famous Coconut Road, visit the Magpupungko Rock Pools for a dip in the clear blue waters, and then go rope-swinging or base-jumping at the Maasin River.

Outside the main island, one of the best things to do is to go island-hopping in three of Siargao’s best islands: Naked, Daku, and Guyum. You can enjoy exploring the beautiful islands, take a picnic by the beach, and even do a mermaid tail activity. At the end of your island hopping trip, a hearty boodle fight awaits by the beach!

Up north of the Philippines lies Batanes, where island living is extra peaceful. As a unique destination that not many have been to, an adventure here is truly once in a lifetime experience. Feel your senses stimulated in Batanes: the touch of the gorgeous of Vayang Rolling Hills, the scent of the Pacific Ocean at Marlboro Hills, the sights and sounds of the local culture at the Ivatan houses at Sabtang Islands. Of course, there is also the local Ivatan cuisine that is sure to excite the taste buds.

Davao is home to the Island Garden City of Samal, also known as the largest resort city in the Philippines. The island lives up to its name as the Garden City as it is packed full of things to do. For a relaxed time, you can enjoy a dip at Kaputian Beach, and Paradise Island Park and Beach Resort. Jetsetters can take a trip to the Vanishing Islands, swim at the Hagimit Falls, and meet some new animal friends at the Monfort Bat Sanctuary.

Panglao Island in Bohol is a paradise surrounded by water, both its beaches and dive sites are beautiful, so you can enjoy an adventure both above and below water! Start with your marine excursion in Panglao with a snorkel at Balicasag Island Marine Sanctuary, where you can awe at the marine biodiversity and even go fish feeding. Next up in this itinerary in the sea is a trip to Balicasag Island, where you can go see more than 11 species of dolphins. After a jam-packed trip in the water, you can enjoy a chill time at Virgin Island, a beautiful sand bar exposed during low tide.

In the Philippines, Island living isn’t always laidback. Sometimes, it’s full of adventure, just like at Moalboal in Cebu Island. From the get-go, you hop on a motorbike as you cruise through the trees on the way to the Badian River. Afterward, there are a ton of activities waiting for the adrenaline seekers: trekking, climbing, rappelling, and even Canyoneering. If you’re looking for an undersea adventure, you can swim alongside sea turtles, and discover the majestic Moalboal sardine run, or if you want to take a breather you can take a  hydro-massage as you sit beneath Kawasan Falls.