Cagban Beach is one of the lesser known beaches of Boracay Island. At peak season it comes alive as it becomes one of two ports to the mainland. Otherwise, it's a good place for those who prefer to relax in peace and quiet, away from crowds.
Cagban means "cave" or "chest" and it is said that there are treasure chests buried in the sand or in the caves around the beach. If this is your kind of adventure, perhaps you can try to go treasure hunting.
Bulabog Beach at Boracay is known around the world for windsurfing and kiteboarding. In fact, since 1988 it has hosted the annual Boracay International Funboard Cup, already considered an official leg of the Asian Windsurfing Tour.
Taking advantage of strong winds and currents, windsurfing activities peak during the first quarter of the year while kiteboarding is active until the southwest monsoon begins in June and July.
You don't have to be an expert. Safe windsurfing and kiteboarding lessons are offered in the shallow waters of Bulabog Beach.
Otherwise, Bulabog Beach is almost deserted and charmingly quiet. You can just lie on the beach and soak in the tropical ambience.
You may also want to trek up Mount Luho, the highest point on Boracay island.
There are various resorts and hotels to provide accomodations on Bulabog Beach.
If you want to visit themore populated White Beach, it's just a five minute walk or tricycle ride away.
Manoc-Manoc Beach on the southernmost tip of Boracay is near a local village believed to be one of the first settlements in the island, and a must-see after your swimming and diving.
Although Manoc-Manoc Beach itself is usually quiet, the views are spectacular and much action could be seen from the beach as you relax. Make sure your cameras are ready to capture the moments.
The winds are strong all year round and experienced windsurfers and kite surfers are often seen taking advantage of these and the aggressive currents that reach up to six knots.
You can also look across the clear sparkling waters of the channel to beautiful Caticlan and its blue mountains. Caticlan port is where visitors board bancas to sail to Boracay.
Boats arrive steadily from Caticlan to the Manoc-Manoc Beach, bringing in supplies and provisions for Boracay resorts and businesses.
Among the many resorts at Manoc-Manoc Beach is the Boracay Beach and Yacht Club,providing cottages, a restaurant and various beach entertainment facilities.
Manoc-Manoc can be reached by tricycle through the Boracay Main Road and a short walk to the beach.
The 200 meter long Diniwid Beach just a short distance north of White Beach provides the same white beach but with contrasting peace and quiet against a backdrop of cliff walls. It is ideal for swimming, snorkeling and diving, as well as picnics.
There are also discreet dining establishments blending in the beach ambience, providing for those who would rather not bother with bringing food and drink.
If you prefer to stay in this relatively more secluded area instead of White Beach, there are several resorts offering accomodations and other facilities.
Balinghai Beach is perhaps one of the most romantic beaches in Boracay Island. It is a tiny cove surrounded by craggy rock walls featuring a cliff which you could climb via steps. There are no vendors to disturb your peace and quiet the whole day until you savor the breathtaking sunset.
Balinghai Beach is also ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Try to see the wonderful undersea coral garden.
Balinghai Beach is not isolated, though. There are several good resorts and there is even a restaurant atop the cliff that can serve you food lowered down the cliff in a basket.
The Balinghai Boracay Beach Resort offers bungalows far apart enough and surrounded by trees to ensure privacy. They also organize dinner campfires on the beach.
You can reach Balinghai Beach by road but most visitors prefer to sail on a more picturesque boat ride from White Beach.
