Boracay tourist information – what to do

Boracay is world renowned for its glistening white sand deep blue waters that rival that of the its neighbouring South Pacific countries like Indonesia and Malaysia, and even the Caribbean. The island is popular all year round because it offers a plethora of activities that can be enjoyed by both visitors and local residents.

January is the best time to go if you want to witness one of the Philippines’ most notable festivals – the Ati Atihan Festival – which is celebrated along White Beach. The Boracay Food Festival starts mid-May, around the same time the Beach Reggae Festival is held. If you are staying after Christmas until New Year, be sure to attend Balabag’s Village Fiesta towards the end of December.

Year-round activities include shopping, lounging around the beach, diving, and swimming in the clear blue waters of the sea, but there are certain things that you can only enjoy once or a few times a year. Here is an overview of things that you can do in Boracay.

Kite surfing
The Boracay weather is the best there is for kitesurfing or windsurfing. The most popular spot is Bulabog Beach, which is especially busy from November until April when onshore winds are perfect for the pursuit… more

Diving
You can dive in Boracay whatever time of the year, but the best months are from January to June. The island is home to plenty of licensed diving schools and dive centres offering wreck diving, cave diving, night diving and deep diving… more

Activities and sports
Find out where you can go sailing, parasailing, jet-skiing, skimboarding and speedboating. Tired of the water? Then go on helicopter adventures or discover golf, which is the most popular land-based activity in Boracay… more

Entertainment
Nightlife and entertainment in Boracay is world-class. Go bar-hopping, listen to great music or simply indulge in free concerts by the beach… more

Shopping
You can buy almost everything you need in Boracay, from swimming and beach gear to local delicacies and souvenirs to take home. Scour for bargains at Talipapa Market, D’Mall Shopping Center, Plazoleta Shopping Plaza and many more… more

Snorkelling
The waters of Boracay are perfect for impromptu snorkelling. Its cheap to go snorkelling in Boracay, too – just rent a boat and you’re off seeing unique sea life… more