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SAMBAWAN ISLAND

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Sambawan Island is Biliran's answer to paradise.


Maria Benita, the good fairy of Biliran worked white sands, thriving marine life and warm blue waters lapping up the tree-lined shores a must for those wanting to escape from reality.


Sambawan Island is located 5km of the west coast of Maripipi Municipality, south of the Samar sea, is fast becoming the most visited attraction by tourists.


The semi-curved beach with soaring rock formations covered with green grass as a backdrop create a bubble of fantasy that you are entering another dimension.



Sambawan Island, Maripipi has a stark, mountainous coastline and a spectacular sunrise, a stunningly beautiful view, which will surely melt your heart.



Viewed from a distance, Sambawan Island with its towering rocks; is a series of interconnecting stony islets.



It has two main islands and the rocky terrain is covered with grass. Along the shore lines, Talisay trees are being planted.


Sambawan Island is a marine sanctuary and a popular dive site. It has an extensive wealth of marine life, good visibility and corals that are in good condition. 


Turtles, sea snakes and reef sharks are also found there often. Current is mild and suitable for all range of divers.


A watch tower is built at the highest point to give tourists unencumbered view of the entire island. It serves as a view deck to witness the spectacular sunrise and the glorious sunset. Both can surely melt your heart.


Commercialism is slowly creeping in this previously unspoilt island. Cottages, bathroom facilities, rooms, diving gears and beachfront camping are now available for a fee.



HOW I GOT THERE:

 1. From Cebu take Roble Shipping to Naval
    Contact nos. (032) 2601921 / (032) 4191190 
   

Fare Prices
485php : Economy
590php : Tourist
980php : Cabin

2. From Naval take a boat to Maripipi

3. Hire a habal-habal to Olog Port to Sambawan Island

4. In Olog, I met a group of tourist from Cagayan (2) and Leyte (2). We decided to hire Kapitan Marlon (mobile no. 09268705955) to take us to Sambawan Island and will take us to Kawayan the next day for 1700php.



ACTIVITIES:

  • Trekking
  • Camping
  • Snorkeling
  • Fishing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Photo Op


 TRAVELLING TIPS:

  • Bring food and water. Although there is a sari-sari store in the island that sells basic needs, drinks and snack, it is still much better to purchase your supplies needed for the trip prior travel.
  • More convenient to travel in groups if travelling via Kawayan in order to save money.
  • If you are going the local way, you need to spend a night either in Sambawan Island or in Maripipi.
  • It is not advisable to travel after 5pm especially if the weather condition is not good.
  • Electricity is from sundown to sunrise only. Do not forget to bring your powerbank.
  • Lodging cottages are inclusive of fresh water for shower and toilet amenities.
Location: Sambauan Island, Philippines

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