Snorkeling Bantayan Island, Malapascua & Kalanggaman

Six to nine hours across three islands: snorkeling reefs, white sand beaches, and island life on the water

Island hopping from Bantayan Island to Malapascua and Kalanggaman with a local guide, snorkeling equipment and lunch option included. The boat departs from the office on S. Batiancila Street and travels first to Malapascua, where you snorkel the reefs and eat traditional food, then to Kalanggaman for a guided walk through island life. The route adjusts for weather and group ability.

Step-by-step itinerary

Island hopping to Malapascua and Kalanggaman

• Start tour at office corner S. Batiancila and Saagundo
• Travel to Malapascua island
• Snorkel and dive at Malapascua reefs
• Enjoy lunch with traditional food on Malapascua
• Boat to Kalanggaman island
• Guided tour exploring Kalanggaman island life

The experience

The day starts at the office on S. Batiancila Street and S. Segundo Street in Bantayan Island. From there the boat heads to Malapascua first (a run of one to two hours), where white sand beaches meet the reefs. You get in the water with snorkeling gear to explore the reefs, then climb back aboard for lunch on the island with traditional food (if you booked the meal option, otherwise you bring your own or buy on site). The guide is local and speaks English, German or Filipino.

After Malapascua, the boat crosses to Kalanggaman Island, where the guide takes you on foot through the island to show how people live there. The exact order of stops and timing can shift depending on weather and what the group is comfortable with: the operator plans the route on the day itself. Bottled water comes with you. Snorkeling equipment is provided. All taxes, the reef management charge, fuel and the boat are included in the price.

Lunch is only part of the package if you pick the meal option at checkout. If you do, let the operator know beforehand whether you want meat, seafood or vegetables. The whole day runs six to nine hours depending on conditions and how long you spend at each island.

What’s included

• Snorkeling equipment.
• bottled water.
• a local guide in English, German or Filipino.
• boat and fuel.
• all taxes and the reef management charge. Lunch with traditional food is included only in the meal option.

Options for this experience

2 options

Round-trip boat fare onlyGuide in English, German or Filipino · 05:00Basic option, boat fare only: Included: boat fare, tour guide and entrance fees. Not included: lunch, cottage rentals on the islands and snorkel rentals. Duration: 8 hours. If the weather is bad, the tour may be shortened. Malapascua to Kalanggaman boat: a certified traditional banca, modified for group travel.

Round-trip option with lunch includedGuide in English, German or Filipino · 05:00Basic option, lunch included: Included: lunch, boat fare and tour guide. Not included: cottage rentals on the islands and snorkel rentals. Duration: 8 hours. If the weather is bad, the tour may be shortened. Lunch: tell us your preference for lunch during the tour (meat, seafood or veggies). Malapascua to Kalanggaman boat: a certified traditional banca, modified for group travel.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 05:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (16 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 85 years) · Youth (12 to 15 years) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, German and Filipino

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 29 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by SYKE Travel & Tours

Is this one for you?Book the lunch option if you want to eat on Malapascua without carrying food or hunting for a restaurant. Skip it if you prefer to bring your own meal or eat light. The six to nine hour window suits a half-day or full morning commitment from Bantayan Island, with the exact timing set by weather on the day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German and Filipino.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 15 years); Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the reefs like at Malapascua for snorkeling?

Malapascua has nice reefs suitable for snorkeling, and you'll have snorkeling equipment provided. The water and visibility depend on the day's weather and sea conditions.

Can I bring my own snorkeling gear instead of using the provided equipment?

The tour includes snorkeling equipment, so you don't need to bring your own. If you prefer your own mask or fins, check with the operator before booking.

What happens on Kalanggaman Island?

On Kalanggaman the guide leads a walk across the island to show you how people live there and what daily island life looks like. It's a guided exploration rather than free time on the beach.

Is the route fixed or can it change?

The route can shift depending on weather and the group's ability. The operator plans the exact order and timing on the day itself, so Malapascua and Kalanggaman might be visited in a different sequence.

Do I need to book lunch in advance?

Lunch is optional and only included if you select the meal option at checkout. If you choose it, tell the operator ahead of time whether you prefer meat, seafood or vegetables. Without the meal option, you'll need to bring food or purchase it on the islands.