Other Than Boracay

Sunrise at Borawan

Borawan Island is located in Barangay Lipata, Padre Burgos, Quezon,Philippines.

Locals of Padre Burgos pride themselves of having Boracay and Palawan in one place – where the name “Borawan” derived. Because of its own spectacular rock formations like the limestone cliffs of Palawan and crystal clear water and white sand like Boracay.

The mountain range with a terrain overlooking China Sea. Ideal also for mountain climbing and camping activities. Three beaches are still underdeveloped in the sea, the Ordaveza, Burawan, Escalero Beach and Lipata cave.

The island is also paradise for animals and sea creatures, especially sea turtle "Pawikan" where these islands of Padre Burgos is one of the home town and lay eggs.

Padre Burgos is a 5th class municipality in the province of Quezon, Philippines. It is located in Bondoc Peninsula just east of Lucena City, the provincial capital. According to the 2007 census, it has a population of 19,877 people. It is bounded on the north by Atimonan, on the west and northwest by Pagbilao, on the east by Agdangan, and on the south by the Tayabas Bay.

Top view of Padre Burgos Island beach

The town is notable for its unspoiled beaches and the Tulay Buhangin (Tagalog for "sand bridge"). All the population are of Tagalog descent. The economy is primarily based on coconut husking and farming. Local tourism is also on the rise.

Credits:
http://www.localphilippines.com/attractions/1169/borawan-island
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Padre_Burgos,_Quezon



How to Get there:
1. Take a bus bound for Lucena and get off at the Grand Terminal. There are bus companies that has regular trips to Lucena. We took Jac Liner in Buendia, fare is around 220 pesos and travel time is about 3-4 hours.

2. From the grand terminal, take a mini-bus bound for Unisan and get off at Brgy. Marao in the town of Padre Burgos. Fare is about 40 pesos and travel time is around 45 minutes.

3. Look for Vista Playa Restaurant and ask where you can rent a boat going to these beaches. Prices depend on how many are you in the group and how many islands you wish to visit (600 - 1,500 pesos).

Credit: http://www.pinoyadventurista.com

Special Events:
Laguimanoc Festival

A festival celebrated on February 17 every year. This feast explains the history of the municipality.

Rock climbing and rappelling at Borawan

""Laguimanoc"" was the former name of the municipality before it was renamed to Padre Burgos.


Where to Stay:

The Tamarind Tree Resort
http://thetamarindtreeresort.com/
Landline 736 0434
Globe (0926) 694 2202 | Smart (0908) 525 3295
Sales Office Hours: 10 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday

What to do:

Borawan is a rock island and rock climbing, rappelling, photography, snorkeling, diving and many other island adventures is great on this island.

 

Borawan beach.

Borawan sunset

Photo Credits:
http://www.lakwatseradeprimera.com
http://letsg0outdoors.blogspot.com