9 Island Destinations in Leyte
For beach aficionados, here are some
island destinations in Leyte that would suffice your sea lust. Satisfy that appetency
by visiting the beautiful island beaches around the province.
Listed here:
1. Kalanggaman Island, Palompon, Leyte
1. Kalanggaman Island, Palompon, Leyte
Kalanggaman is undeniably Palompon’s
best beach destination. Do not forget to take pictures on its long and snowy
sandbar, and dip on its pellucid, luminous waters. Be sure to stay at the
island overnight so you won’t miss the evident descent of the sun below the
horizon; the blinking stars at night; and the aurora’s illustrious rays that
lights up the island the next day.
ALSO READ: Palompon’s Best: Kalanggaman Island
2. Canigao Island, Matalom, Leyte
Canigao is an islet
located just 15 minutes away from the port of Matalom, Southern Leyte via
passenger or pumpboat. Canigao
island brags its floury white sand and clear waters with beautiful tropical sea
creatures. You can actually tour around this small island just for thirty
(30) minutes. The island was often called as the “Little Boracay” of
Matalom, Leyte by the locals.
ALSO READ: Southern Paradise: Canigao Island
ALSO READ: Southern Paradise: Canigao Island
3. Cuatro Islas, Inopacan, Leyte
Cuatro Islas (Four Islands) are the
four island destinations in Leyte which is very popular among local tourists.
The three islands namely Digyo, Apid, and Mahaba Islands are situated an hour
boat ride off the coast of Inopacan, Leyte. The fourth island which is the
Himokilan, however, was part of the next town, Hindang, Leyte.
4. San Pedro Island, Hinunangan, Southern Leyte
The twin islands of Hinunangan namely San Pablo and San Pedro Island were locally popular in Leyte. If by chance you’ve been to Sambawan Island in Biliran or the famous Kalangggaman Island of Palompon but had cost you so much penny, I am sure you’ll surely enjoy the clear and virgin waters here the way you enjoy your stay at those islands too, but in cheap and discounted prices.
ALSO READ: San Pedro Island, Hinunangan, Southern Leyte
5. San Pablo
Island, Hinunangan, Southern Leyte
The
clear and cool waters’ enticing and will surely tempt you to jump off the ridge
and enjoy the sea! And talking about clear waters, well yes it was very clear. You’ll
see different fish species and other aquatic craniate vertebrates – fish capable
of gliding flights through their large pectoral wings; scombroid fishes; school
of anchovies swimming underneath the beach cottage; big fishes best for
aquarium display, and many more. Marine life is so abundant here.
6.
Canuay Island, Babatngon, Leyte
Coral
bits make up the white sand of the island and mangroves set rest on the other
side. You can stroll and walk around this islet and swim on its clear waters
but only on specific portions where waves won’t crush you down at the shore.
ALSO READ: Exploring Babatngon, Leyte
7. Sinapdan
Island, Tacloban City
Sinapdan
Island is an agreeable destination for picnics and other recreational
activities. It is an idyllic setting for holiday or weekend getaways; a
soothing place for your kind of easy street vacation; and a relaxing place for
your beer and skittles.
ALSO
READ: Sinapdan Island
8. Limasawa
Island, Southern Leyte
Limawasa
is an island municipality in Southern Leyte where the first Christian Mass in
the Philippines (and in Asia) was held. Make sure to capture the beautiful sunset which is so visible at the island.
(2) Photo Source: Viggatintourism
9.
Dio Island, Tacloban City
Dio
Island is just minutes away off the coast of San Jose, Tacloban City. However,
this white sand island is now a private island destination. Consent is needed
from the owner.
Photo Source: Panoramio
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