ISLAS DE GIGANTES

If you’re looking for a break from deadlines and stress, the Gigantes Islands may be just what you need. This island group off the coast of Iloilo has plenty of beaches, a small population, and almost no cell service. There’s no escaping the relaxation!

The town of Carles in Iloilo can be found in the Northern most of Panay Island. Definitely, the place is far from the chaotic and busy city life. While Islas de Gigantes( Gigantes Islands) started to attract a good number of tourists both local and abroad, the place is still free from the usual beach party life like the most popular beach or summer destinations are offering.

Islas de Gigantes (a.k.a as Gigantes Island, Isla Gigantes)  is blessed with spectacular sceneries, clear waters, and white sand beaches. The rich vast blue seascape brimming with rich marine life; interesting caverns and caves; Palawan like rock formations and the long stretch of white sand beaches are just some of the reasons for people to visit the place.

Things to Do and Tourist Spots

·         Take an island hopping tour– A visit to Gigantes is not complete without taking an island hopping tour to see its magnificent beaches and islands. It takes half a day, at least, to visit the main sites, which includes CabugaoGamay Island, Tangke, Antonia Beach, Bantigue Island, and Pawikan Cave.·         Relax at white sand beaches – Gigantes is blessed with many white sand beaches and sandbars. The main islands may have their own sandy beaches but the best ones can be found at Antonia, CabugawGamay Island, and Bantigue, which can only be reached by boat from the resorts.·         Explore mystical caves – The islands are home to many caves hidden
behind steep rock formations and cliffs.·         Visit the old lighthouse – Ruins of a Spanish-colonial lighthouse found at the northern shore of Gigantes Norte Island. Climbing to the top of the modern lighthouse that stands beside it affords a breathtaking view of the sea.
·         Go Rock Scrambling – A very steep rocky trail in Gigantes Sur leads to the top of the row of limestone cliffs that the locals call as the “Boulevard.” This high vantage point provides a 360-degree view of Gigantes group of islands and the Visayan sea.
·         Feast on fresh seafood – You can look forward to cheap and fresh seafood in Gigantes, unofficially known as the scallops capital of the Philippines. The islands are also abundant in fish, squid, crabs, shrimp among other aquatic delights
  

Explore the wonders of several small islands at Isla de Gigantes. Away from the bustling city, the noise, and the rush, the islands serve as a quiet getaway, offering the opportunity to take peaceful walks, go swimming, or simply relax on one of the beaches