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Alona Beach
Alona Beach is a representative local seaside attraction that stretches about 1 km, characterized by its fine white sand, clear turquoise water, and low limestone cliffs at both ends. The coastline curves, showcasing typical tropical island scenery. The near-shore waters feature coral reefs, perfect for snorkeling and diving, where visitors can observe coral and a variety of tropical fish. You can also take boats from near the beach for island hopping, sightseeing, and dolphin watching. During the day, you can walk on the beach, swim, relax, and enjoy the sea views. The evening is perfect for watching the sunset, while at night, the restaurants and bars along the coast come alive.Bohol Island · 50.3 km from Badian
Balicasag Island
Balicasag Island is located in the waters southwest of Panglao Island, Bohol Province, Central Visayas, Philippines, and is a tropical island famous for its coral reefs, marine life, and diving activities. It is small in size and generally low-lying, surrounded by clear turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and a rich underwater ecosystem. A marine sanctuary is located nearby, and the seabed features coral gardens, steep underwater walls, and habitats for various fish species. Common marine life includes green sea turtles, hawksbill turtles, jackfish, and barracuda. The island also retains residential areas for local inhabitants and offers resort accommodations, dining options, and diving service facilities.Bohol Island · 45.8 km from Badian
Pungtud Island
Pungtud Island is located in the waters near Panglao Island, Bohol Province, Central Visayas region, Philippines, and is characterized by its white, delicate sandbar, clear turquoise waters, and expansive sea views. Unlike typical islands with dense vegetation, its signature view is the white sandbar that emerges with the tides. At low tide, the sandbar extends from the shallow sea, forming a curved sand strip surrounded by light blue water, perfect for walking, taking photos, and enjoying the sea views. The surrounding waters feature seagrass beds, coral reefs, and diverse marine life, and are also part of the marine ecological view of Panglao Island.Bohol Island · 45.1 km from Badian
Panglao Island
Panglao Island is located in the southwest of Bohol Province, Central Visayas region, Philippines, separated from the main Bohol Island by a narrow body of water and connected by bridges and land routes. It is a well-known beach resort and diving destination in the Philippines. The island is characterized by its white sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters, tropical vegetation, and rich marine ecology, with various beaches, resort hotels, restaurants, and diving centers distributed along its coast. Its surrounding waters feature coral reefs, seagrass beds, and a variety of tropical fish, making it suitable for snorkeling, scuba diving, and island-hopping boat tours.Dauis · 50.8 km from Badian
Sumilon Island
Sumilon Island is an outlying island in the south of Cebu. There are not many tourists, but the price is very high. The island is not big, similar to a private island, and it takes about 1 hour to walk around the island. The water around the island is clear and the water quality is quite good. Whale sharks can be seen every morning. There are also coral reefs nearby, with deep diving and snorkeling environments. With round sandy beaches to the west and long sandy beaches to the east, you can enjoy sunbathing from the tropical island. In addition, there is a resort Bluewater Island Resort on the island, which is an ideal choice for vacation and leisure.Sumilon Island · 44.5 km from Badian
Bohol
Bohol is located in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines and is one of the island destinations in the Philippines, famous for its unique limestone landforms, tropical forests, river scenery, and the marine ecology of its surrounding waters. It has diverse terrain, with rolling hills, farmland, forests, and caves inland, while the coast features beaches, coral reefs, and several offshore islets. The island's iconic natural landmark is the Chocolate Hills, which consists of a large number of cone-shaped limestone hills. During the dry season, the grass turns brown, creating a unique view. It also features traditional towns, churches, and local markets, offering a mix of tourism experiences such as nature sightseeing, seaside relaxation, and rural experiences.Carmen · 88.1 km from Badian
Siquijor
Siquijor is the third-smallest island province in the Philippines, located south of Cebu City and Bohol Island. Today, travelers can set sail from here to take in stunning ocean views and enjoy the serene, pristine lifestyle. The island's attractions include waterfalls, caves, butterfly sanctuaries, and more. It is also a fantastic spot for snorkeling and diving.Siquijor · 73 km from Badian
Loboc River
The green Loboc River flows quietly through Bohol Island, with dense vegetation covering both banks. Deep in the riverside jungles lies the habitat of various mysterious animals. Such pristine tropical scenery inevitably brings the Amazon River to mind, which is perhaps why it has earned the title of the "Amazon of the East." Cruising the river is widely considered the best way to experience the charm of the Loboc River. Drifting along the quiet waters, you can enjoy the tropical rainforest scenery while observing the unique traditional houses on both banks and feeling the authentic local culture. Perhaps as you pass by, beautiful local girls are playing guitars, singing, and dancing on bamboo platforms by the river, while a mischievous child sits in a tall coconut tree on the bank, waving at you. The end of the boat trip is an indigenous village, where you can go ashore to watch performances like archery, jumping through fire hoops, and fire-eating. Most people who come here participate in a Loboc River cruise, which lasts about 1 hour. The boat departs from Loay Bridge in the southwest of Bohol Island and travels upstream to Busay Falls in the center of the island; this sightseeing route is particularly popular with tourists. The boat offers a hearty and authentic Filipino meal, where you can taste local delicacies such as fresh grouper, squid, and shrimp. During the cruise, local singers will play guitars and sing classic English songs on board, which is quite relaxing.Sevilla · 70.6 km from Badian
White Beach
The white sand beach is formed by a large piece of coral ground and stretches smoothly. The sand is white and delicate. There are many tourists here and all kinds of leisure and entertainment facilities are available. At night, it transforms into a huge bar, which is decorated with lights and music. It is colorful, no wonder that many people who come to vacation stay here from morning to night. Regional distribution The white sand beach is located in the middle of the west coast of the island, extending for 4 kilometers from north to south. From north to south, it is divided into No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3 in the order of development, which is what tourists often call S1, S2, and S3. . You can try to walk from one end to the other, you will experience its different characteristics. S1 belongs to the hotel area, there are fewer tourists and fewer sellers; the place called Friday Beach refers to here. S2 is an area where commercial facilities are concentrated, and you can find D'mall shopping mall, which can not only enjoy shopping but also satisfy your taste buds. And S3 also has a lot of things to sell, the price is cheaper than S2, and there will be fewer people at the end, which is very suitable for tourists who like a quiet atmosphere. It is very pleasant to go on the white sand beach, play in the water, pile sand, or rent a deck chair to relax. The tall coconut trees can also be used to block the sun. In addition to the intoxicating sandy beaches, the Willy's Reef, which stands in the blue waters, is also a major attraction. The reef is located near the S1 pier. It is not only a good place to take pictures, but you can also walk directly to the reef at low tide and climb up to see the whole white sand beach and crystal clear waters. If you want to enjoy the beautiful sunset of Boracay Island, you might as well go to the S1 area in the evening. The huge sun slowly falls into the horizon, and the wonderful color gradient of the sky will be unforgettable. You can even rent a non-powered sailboat and float on the sea to watch the unpredictable sunset clouds. There are a lot of water activities on White Beach, including snorkeling, diving, banana boat, windsurfing, parachutes, glass bottom boats, etc. Don't forget to bargain with the locals to get a deal at a reasonable price. Among them, the glass-bottomed boat, which looks very similar to Nemo in the movie "Finding Nemo", is very interesting. Not only can you watch sea urchins, corals, starfish, tropical fish and other marine life through the glass bottom, but you can also choose a place with high visibility for snorkeling. There are ticket offices on the beaches of S1 and S3, and free snacks and drinks are provided during the 2+ hour voyage. Food and shopping Jonah's FruitShake & SnackBar located in S1 is a famous juice shop on the island. Be sure to try this mango juice, which is about 95 pesos for a large glass. At the D'Talipapa seafood market in S2, you can choose fresh seafood, and then let the store process it or bring it back to the hotel for processing, but pay attention to the price often fluctuates, the asking price may be too high, and you need to haggle. The D'Mall shopping center in White Beach S2 is a lively commercial area in Boracay, where you can buy local specialty products such as essential oils, soaps, and shell jewelry. You can also see people selling T-shirts near the beach, and the scenery of Boracay Island is painted on the T-shirts, which is very unique. After dark, the various bars centered on D'Mall are colorful, and the colorful nightlife continues until late at night. Accommodation Recommendation Tourists who vacation in Boracay will choose to live near White Beach. The S1 area has a quiet environment and is very suitable for honeymoon; the lively S2 area has many choices in terms of price, ranging from 300 to 1000 RMB. To meet the needs of the public; and you can find very cheap hotels in the S3 area, which can be considered if the budgetPhilippines · Boracay Island
Magellan's Cross
The Magellan Cross is the symbol of Cebu, and the image of the chapel appears in the center of the city emblem. This is the cross that Magellan erected on the beach after arriving in Cebu, symbolizing the colonization of the islands by the Spanish king, and is now housed in a hexagonal pavilion in the center of Cebu City Hall. The ceiling frescoes of the hexagonal chapel still retain their original appearance, and the realistic ceiling frescoes on the top of the cross are of great ornamental value. Cebuans believe in and respect this cross with historical and cultural significance. Every Sunday morning, countless good men and women bring incense and candles to pray for peace and good luck.Cebu City · 73.9 km from Badian
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Alona Beach
Bohol Island · 50.3 km from BadianBalicasag Island
Bohol Island · 45.8 km from BadianPungtud Island
Bohol Island · 45.1 km from BadianPanglao Island
Dauis · 50.8 km from BadianSumilon Island
Sumilon Island · 44.5 km from BadianBohol
Carmen · 88.1 km from BadianSiquijor
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Philippines · Boracay IslandMagellan's Cross
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What travelers say about Badian
Marieta Du ToitFebruary 10, 2025
5.0
This beach is beautiful and has a lot of nice places to eat. It is good for a sunrise and sunset. White sand and the water is clean to swim in.
Alona Beach
RabsShowtimeOctober 6, 2024
5.0
Beautiful island just a boat ride from Bohol. We had a snorkeling trip here and were spoilt with beautiful crystal clear water. We got to see turtles and beautiful marine life. The locals all work together to keep the island clean. Lunch was simple but good and there are ladies selling souvenirs. Overall a beautiful island to visit.Tips: Go early to avoid the crowdsReasons to Recommend: Snorkeling and diving
Balicasag Island
Ally333May 12, 2023
5.0
Beautiful little island, with Beautiful clear water, ideal for photos
Pungtud Island
VC142April 2, 2023
5.0
A fun little island to check out for a day or two. Amazing underground pool in a cave, paths to check out, resorts, small towns, and hole in the walls all over. you just have to go off the road and look for them or ask around
Panglao Island
_TI***55March 8, 2025
5.0
The island has a beautiful beach and ocean. We could see the gradient of the blue color of the sea.There were so many tropical fishes including nemo and beautiful corals.
Sumilon Island
AshtheaMay 1, 2023
5.0
A must try attraction and you should add it in your bucket list when you are in Bohol.-Chocolate Hills
Bohol
_TX***pcOctober 11, 2023
5.0
Siquijor is one of the most underrated places in the Philippines. I highly recommend this place if you are looking for a serene and unspoiled place. Perfect for free diving experience.
Siquijor
Workcator Freelance GalAugust 28, 2022
4.0
Loboc River Cruise is the best river cruise in the philippines. It's a complete package of entertainment, live music and dance and unlimited buffet foods to soothe both local and international tongue. 1000/10 although it got a bit pricey nowadays, I'd still recommend!
Loboc River
Bryan_22October 1, 2026
5.0
White Beach is an absolute paradise that exceeded all my expectations. The powdery white sand is incredibly soft underfoot, and the crystal-clear turquoise water is perfect for swimming. I spent my days relaxing under the palm trees and enjoying exciting water sports like snorkeling. The beachfront is lined with fantastic restaurants and lively bars, offering great food and vibrant nightlife. However, the absolute highlight was the breathtaking sunset, painting the sky in stunning shades of orange and pink. It is a perfect tropical getaway. I highly recommend visiting this beautiful beach for an unforgettable vacation experience
White Beach
EmperorXiMarch 7, 2025
4.0
It's a beautiful Catholic church in Cebu. Old and original during Spanish colonization. Worth to visit for tourists definitely.
Magellan's Cross
