Boracay Paces of Interest
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 White Beach
- This is what most people are here for. Not only is it a lovely stretch of powdery white sand against azure water, it's also the commercial center of the island. A stretched grove of shadey palm trees separates the beach from the line of restaurants, cafes, bars, internet cafes, shops, bakeries, etc. There is lots of room to stretch out on the beach with your sarong or you can rent a reclining chair from one of the vendors where they will be happy to keep you filled with food and drinks. Most people opt for the shade and tend to hang out under the palm trees.
Puka Beach
- A quiet stretch of white sand along the northen tip of the island, Puka Beach is an image of what most people expect on a tropical island: white sand, azure water, and relatively empty. This is where locals gather the small puka shells for some of the jewelry that is sold on the island so expect the sand to be more coarse than on White Beach. The water tends to be a little rougher on this side of the island but it is much quieter. Similarly, there are fewer services -- at last count there was one restaurant but you likely won't have a problem getting a cold drink or an ice cream as there are a few vendors that patrol the beach. The main road in Boracay terminates at Puka Beach therefore you'll be able to hire a tricycle to get there in less than 10-15 minutes from central White Beach. Make sure you arrange a pickup if it is a quiet day and no tricycles are hanging around the beach. Most people experience Puka as one of their sailboat or banca stops during a day trip. This is a good spot for a picnic, but be sure to bring your trash home with you.
Baling Hai Beach
- This is a quiet little cove just north of Diniwid Beach, where you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling and dining in a relaxed, peaceful environment. There are some fantastic views from the clifftop restaurant. Baling Hai is often included as a stop-off on an island boat tour.
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It is worth hiring motorbikes or scooters out to explore the island, as there are other beautiful beaches on the other side of the island that are even better for snorkeling that will be completely deserted. Hire them for a couple of days and you should get a discount. The roads are a bit dodgy, and some are still being constructed, but it's a good laugh and better than plonking yourself on a patch of white sand and seeing nothing. If you happen to be lying on the beach though definitely have a massage and manicure.
Take a boat around the island, with lunch included which is only a couple of hundred pesos for the afternoon.
There are many places to go scuba diving too.
A sailing tour with The Red Pirates is a must in Boracay. You will find their red paraw (native sailboat) in Angol at the southern end of White Beach. The place is called The Red Pirates Pub. It is a beautiful spot with a very unique driftwood garden under high coconut trees. Enjoy your drink, meet other travelers from around the globe and watch one of the most spectacular sunsets in Asia. Cap. Joey will bring you to a secluded beach for a beach BBQ and he will show you the best spots around Boracay`s shores for snorkeling.
Horse riding is a fun activity in Boracay - get off the beaten path and experience native villages and scenery most other visitors don't get to see. All levels of experience are catered to. Ask a tricycle to take you to the Boracay Horse Riding Stables.
Located on Bulabog Beach, the Boracay Butterfly Garden is a "Must See" for Boracay visitors. Walk among rare and beautiful butterflies in a tropical garden by the beach. It is fun and educational, with conducted tours of the life cycles, with eggs, caterpillars, pupae, and mature butterflies.
Try rock climbing at D'Wall Climbing Gym, an outdoor rock climbing gym located at D'Mall near Boat Station 2.
Wind Surfing
Boracay has recently become famous as one of the country's prime windsurfing
venues. It is now considered one of Asia's Best Boardsailing Destinations. An annual
international event, the (San Miguel Super Dry) Boracay International Funboard Cup,
is held every January or February of the year to promote this sports in the island.
Inquiries may be made at Green Yard Beach Resort.
Diving
The underwater world of Boracay is particularly interesting because of its rich marine
life which is highly visible against the pure, white sand. Coral reefs still continue to
thrive around the island. Diving and snorkeling gear (including diving trips for the
seasoned diver and lessons for the neophytes) are available at many diving centers
or establishments in the island. Among the notable ones are Calypso Diving and the
Red Coral Diving School.
Sailing
A trip to Boracay is made more exhilarating and relaxing by drifting around the island
aboard a banca (outrigger) kayaking, paddleboating, yachting or speed boating. The
proper equipment are available for rent at a number of resorts at reasonable rates.
Mountain Biking
This sport has also gain popularity in the island. Guided mountain biking trips which
cover Boracay's environs or nearby islands are available to the neophyte as well as
the seasoned biker. Mountain bikes are available for rent at most sports centers in
Boracay.
Beach Volleyball and Other Beach Sports
Boracay is a haven not just for aquasports enthusiasts but for inland sports buffs as
well. Among the sports, which Boracay has become famous for internationally, are
beach volleyball and soccer. Annual tournaments are held to promote these sports in
the island.
Sunbathing
Some guests prefer to bask in the sun, lie under the cool shade of coconut trees, and
watch the colorful beach activities or read their favorite book. Whether you stay out
in the sun or keep your cool in the shade, don't ever forget to slather on sunscreen to
avoid any skin damage. Remember, sand and water can also reflect those scorching
rays.
Boracay Discover Paradise
Boracay Island is located at the northwestern tip of Panay across PALAWAN Islands, in the West Visayas Region, off the Sibuyan Sea. Boracay has managed to pack its thousand-hectare area with all the elements of a tropical paradise -- crystal blue waters, powder white sand, liberal doses of tropical palms and flowering plants, and a healthy marine life underneath the seas.
Boracay Island is a paradise indeed. The beach is amazing with its white sand, it is wide and stretched on for kilometres. Boracay is made up of three little communities: Yapak in the north, Balabag in the middle, and Manoc-Manoc in the south. Hilly elevations up to 100 meters above sea level characterize Yapak and Manoc-Manoc. Electricity and public transportation remain relatively scare.
Enjoying yourself while visiting Boracay can be many things to many people. With this fact in mind, Boracay offers a multitude of sports and recreational activities in which one may partake.
Some people like to exert themselves on snorkeling or windsurfing or sailing. Other people enjoy a more relax form of recreation such as taking in a beautiful sunset on the beach. At Boracay, the choice is yours...
ALL ABOUT THIS PARADISE
Boracay Island, Philippines Known far and wide as an island paradise, Boracay has charmed vacationers with its powder white sand, crystal blue waters and purposely laid-back pace. Located at the norther tip of Panay province, Boracay is about three hours away from Manila.Sun worshippers from all over the world visit Boracay yearly, and some have even made it their second home. It is no wonder therefore, that French, German, Spanish and English can be heard spoken in the Island. The culinary fare is equally exciting featuring a wide range from Thai and Austrian to Belgian and Filipino. Numerous water sport facilities, including dive shops are on hand as well as a sprinkling of bars and discos. Most visitors, however prefer to sit back and enjoy the sun.
For many certified sun-worshippers the world over, paradise goes by the name Boracay. For indeed, many visitors have come back to Boracay year after year. Some have even chosen to live in this paradise island. Sheltered from the fierce easterly typhoons, Boracay can be found at the Northwestern tip of Panay, in the West Visayan region,off the Sibuyan Sea. Boracay has managed to pack its thousand- hectare area with all the elements of a tropical paradise- crystal blue waters, powder white sand, liberal doses of tropical palms and flowering plants, and a healthy marine life under the seas.
Boracay is made up of three little communities: Yapak in the north, Balabag in the middle, Manocmanoc in the south. Hilly elevations up to 100 meters above sea level characterize Yapk and Manocmanoc. Interwining trails link the small villages but many sometimes lead to lush tropical jungles. Electricity and public transportaion remain relatively scarce. Boracay would have remained a national secret if not for a few foreign travellers who accidentally stumbled upon the place. Some say it was a movie crew which spread word about Boracay to other sun worshippers. Othere swear it was German traveler Jens Peter's book, which included rave reviews about Boracay, that sent tourists on their way. Whichever tale is true, Boracay has become a melting pot for beach lovers. At any point in the islands, visitors can hear English, German and French spoken fluently. More importantly, visitors respect the serene quality of the place, and pay tribute to native Boracaynons by behaving to local behavioral codes- which means no nudity, no fighting, and no loud commotions. Not surprisingly, the culinary fare at Boracay is as diverse as the nationalities of its visitors. French, Australian, Belgian, German, Spanish and Thai- they're all here side by side the native cuisine. Lending ample support to this virtual rainbow of gastrnomic pickings are Boracay's famous selection of fruit shakes: from sweet yellow mango, green tart mango, to pineapple, coconut milk, cantaloupe and banana. Don't go home without a sip.
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