Island Hopping | Bantayan Island - Virgin Island

Having just done Siargao a couple weeks previously and the island hoping there.... This was a let down in comparison. The boat crew were however superb Dan Rose 12, great crew. The entrance fee to the island is 350 peso per person we were a 14 crew party... The eating facilities are limited and we spent the first 20 minutes wandering around for a place to eat. Being told twice that the seats we rested at were not for eating at... No signage tho. Then for me, the islands main attraction so vehemently promoted... Cliff diving... The dive platform was closed due to safety concerns with the crumbling concrete structure.... I took a gingerly walk across the sharp limestone weather eroded cliffs n found my own spot to dive from... The seating areas near the outdoor bar tables are apparently only for photo taking.... As we were advised by a very polite security guard armed with a pump action shotgun... Very odd and again no signage advising of such restrictions.... Would I return.... Absolutely not..... Truthfully dont waste your time or money.... There's far better island hoping in Philippines.

It was a fantastic experience. We actually booked a group tour for Virgin Island only but Stephen kindly bumped us up to a private tour for 3 islands. He also provided the snorkelling gears for us. The lunch provided was excellent, with cold water and juices thoughtfully provided. Tour guide joseph was extremely friendly and accommodating. Boatman’s and helper were efficient, friendly and we felt very safe travelling with them. Highly recommended!!!!