Location: Higatangan Island, Biliran, Philippines Privately and conveniently located in-between the two main barrios of the island. A very short walking distance to the famous sandbar. Near the historic house where the late President Marcos took refuge during the World War II. Near the two fish sanctuaries preserved and maintained by the Department of Fisheries.
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Canteen -
double beds -
two twin beds -
Duplex cottage -
Family Cottage -
Function Hall -
high tide -
waterfront -
Resort's motorboat -
resort front -
rock formations
Manager: Ms. Shalome Ngoho Operated by: Leonarda Comadizo
Website: www.higatanganislandresort.com
Contact: CP#: (927) 697 9804 Shalome, (905) 262 2010 Beth
Amenities and Services:
Function hall- 150 persons
Conference/Seminar/Party services ( Power point, LCD projector, Sound system Karaoke)
Canteen with cold drinks, smoothies, bottled water
Back-up generators
Overnite AC, additional charges apply
Meals per request- bigger groups must arrange in advance
Catering services
Boat pick-up, additional charges apply
Island tour
Walking tour with guide
Bikes for rent
Camping tents for rent
Day use with minimal entrance fee
Floating nipa hut (tabaw), additional charges apply
Free floaters for guests
Free nipa umbrella sheds for guests
Paddle boats, additional charges apply
Boat services only for snorkling and scuba diving- on your own
Sandbar shuttle free for guests
Private standard bathrooms
Rates: (prices are per room with specified # of guests. P200 per additional guest) Children 4 years old and below are free)
| 4 hrs AC | 12 hrs AC | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard room | 2 guests | P800 | P1500 | P2800 | ||
| Deluxe room | 4 guests | P1200 | P1500 | P2800 | ||
| Family room | 6 guests | P1600 | NA | |||
| Dormitory | 16 guests in 8 double deck | P4000 | NA | |||
| Function Hall | Meeting only | P500/hr | NA |
Formal Affair w/ Sound System P5000 (additional charges apply beyond 150 persons)
| Nipa Hut | 15 persons | P500 per day (for day guests only) | ||||
| Nipa hut (small) | 6 persons | P200 per day (for day guests only) | ||||
| Floating Nipa hut | 10 persons | P500 per day | ||||
| Camping tents | variable depending on size | |||||
| Bike | P100/day | |||||
| Motorboat | 8=10 persons | P1200 round trip (Naval) | ||||
| Motorboat | 25 persons | P3500 round trip (Naval) | ||||
| Island tour | 8-10 persons | P 500 |
Higatangan Island weekend day tour ( NEW starting October 2009 Saturdays only weather permitting)
P500 per person
Leaves Naval at 9 AM and back at 3 PM
Including lunch and a snack, stopovers at the resort, the
famous sandbar ,rock formations, and back of island beach.
| Entrance fee for day use | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | P 50/ per guest | |||||
| Child | P 25/per guest |
How to get here:
Higatangan Island is about 30 to 45 minutes of motorboat ride from the town of Naval, the capital of Biliran Province. Although Naval is the main and the most convenient access point because of its distance and availability of transportation, the island is also reachable via San Isidro, Leyte and Maya or Tapilon, Cebu. But it requires special/private trips because there is no regular transportation for the latter ports. The afternoon weather is the main concern in traveling to the island so there is ONLYone or two round trips in the morning and these daily town transportation departs at 12 Noon. A special/private trip is the only option for afternoon transport. To better manage time and convenience, the resort has the biggest and fastest motorboat available for pick up services. Keep in mind also that the regular transportation is most likely fully booked so plan ahead if your party is bigger than 5 people.Directions:
From Tacloban or Ormoc City to Naval, Biliran:Take early flights to Tacloban or Ormoc City - about 1 hour flight from Manila or take the ist trip Supercat ferry from Cebu City to Ormoc City- about 1.5 hrs. Take a bus from city terminals or taxis and vans from the airport to go to Naval. There are available air- conditioned taxis and vans. It is about 2 to 2.5 hrs smooth ride. Naval pier is near the bus terminal . Look for Higatangan Island boats. If youre booked for the resort and theres an expected short delay, you may contact the resort manager to make an adjustment with boat departure schedule if possible.
From Cebu to San Isidro, Leyte or Maya /Tapilon, Cebu:
Caution! Know the weather forecast before traveling. Take a bus from Cebu City to San Isidro or Maya/Tapilon, Cebu. Take a special boat trip to Higatangan Island. It is about 1 hour from San Isidro and 3 hrs from Maya or Tapilon. It is also similar distance from Malapasqua island.
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Last Updated: Aug. 13, 2009