Boracay · Philippines · Malay, Aklan · Sulu Sea

Boracay

Boracay is in Malay, Aklan, in the Philippines. White Beach runs about 4 km along the west coast through Stations 1–3, walkable per the Department of Tourism, and Bulabog Beach on the east coast is the windward kite beach. The guide also covers Diniwid and Puka Shell Beach. You reach the island by boat from Caticlan Jetty Port to Cagban.

White Beach Stations 1–3Bulabog BeachCaticlan to Cagban

Choose your stretch

  • White Beach — Stations 1, 2, 3 — The easiest west-coast beach for a first visit · about 4 km from Station 3 to Station 1 · walk it end to end · no building within 30 m of the shoreline
  • Bulabog Beach — East coast · DENR beachfront set with White Beach / Puka · DOT lists kiteboarding among water adventures
  • Diniwid Beach — North of Station 1 / cliff-path corridor
  • Puka Shell Beach — Yapak
  • Caticlan Jetty Port to Cagban Jetty Port — Island entry / Access contrast

Full stretch cards

Parking at a glance

White Beach Stations 1–3: The easiest west-coast beach for a first visit. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) bans structures, tables, umbrellas and stalls within the 30 m easement at Stations 1–3. Island entry fees are at Caticlan/Cagban (see Access). Check the municipal and lot signs when you arrive.

Bulabog Beach: East-coast stretch; DENR-named with White Beach Stations 1–3 / Puka / Ilig-Iligan. DOT destination page lists kiteboarding among water adventures. Check the parking signs and the operators’ signs when you arrive.

Diniwid Beach / Puka Shell Beach: Puka is at Yapak. Check parking options when you arrive.

Island entry (Caticlan to Cagban): Arriving visitors pay the island fees at Caticlan, at the counter or through LezzGo or iPass.

DOT — Boracay · DENR beachfront prohibitions · PNA easement survey · LezzGo launch (Rappler) · Philstar LezzGo

Best stretches and who they’re for

White Beach — Stations 1, 2, 3

The easiest west-coast beach for a first visit. About 4 km of White Beach runs from Station 3 to Station 1; walk it end to end. The 30 m public shoreline easement is a no-build zone. DENR beachfront prohibitions apply to Stations 1–3. Stations 1/2/3 are official stretch labels on one beach. Station 3 is closest orientation to the Cagban arrival corridor — not the jetty itself. Check the municipal and lot signs when you arrive.

Bulabog Beach

East-coast stretch; DENR names Bulabog with White Beach Stations 1–3 / Puka / Ilig-Iligan in beachfront-prohibition geography. DOT destination page lists kiteboarding among water adventures. Windward and set up for kiting and wind sports, unlike the White Beach stations on the west coast. Check the parking signs and the operators’ signs when you arrive.

Diniwid Beach

North of White Beach Station 1 / cliff-path corridor. Check parking options when you arrive.

Puka Shell Beach (Puka Beach)

Puka Beach is in Yapak. Check parking options when you arrive.

Caticlan to Cagban (access only)

The main boat route onto the island, from Caticlan Jetty Port in Malay to Cagban Jetty Port on Boracay. Pay the island fees at the Caticlan counter or through LezzGo or iPass.

Notes before you pack

  • Flags / lifeguards: Follow on-site LGU / DENR / Coast Guard. Historic PNA reporting named designated swimming areas at Stations 1/2/3 and Yapak; same-day conditions come from on-duty staff and posted signs. DOT Tourist Assistance Call Center 151-8687 / +63 995-835-5155 — national tourism assistance; follow on-site LGU / PNP / Coast Guard.
  • Dogs: Regional reporting quotes Malay Ordinance No. 92 (no animal allowed to roam freely on Boracay beaches / public places — Rappler) and Ordinance 182 beach/path activity ban (Boracay Sun). Follow on-site LGU signs.
  • Swim and watch the sunset at White Beach Stations 1–3 on the west coast, or kite on windward Bulabog on the east.
  • Stations 1 / 2 / 3 are official stretch labels on White Beach.
  • You pay the island fees at the Caticlan port, at the counter or through LezzGo or iPass. Parking prices are posted at the lots.
  • BIATF-cited daily tourist carrying capacity 19,215 (DILG warning mirror); DENR-6 Jul 2024 said an updated figure was not yet approved by DENR Central. Confirm current LGU/DENR notices.
  • Tide: use NAMRIA PH Tides when you need heights.

FAQ

What is there to do near Boracay?

Near Boracay: sunset sails and cruises, snorkeling, diving, dolphin and wildlife tours, and parasailing. See Off the sand for tours and tickets.

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