PLAN YOUR EXPERIENCE

GET READY FOR YOUR JOURNEY

How to Prepare

How This Journey Works

1

Before You Arrive

- Online inquiry and booking guide through the website.
- Briefing on the dos and don'ts when on the Island.

2

On the Island

- Guided routes and scheduled nature activities.
- Community-led experiences.
- Waste management and safety protocols.

3

After the Visit

- Post-visit feedback collection.
- Social sharing with responsibility reminders.

Preparing for island adventure

What to Bring

Personal Essentials

  • Lightweight backpack or dry bag
  • Refillable water bottle or hydration container
  • Weather-appropriate clothing (quick-dry, breathable fabrics)
  • Swimwear, towel, and reef-safe sunscreen

Outdoor & Camping Gear

  • Tent or hammock with straps (tree-safe; no nails or ropes)
  • Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
  • Portable power bank (limited electricity on the island)

Health & Protection

  • Basic first-aid kit
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medications

Creative & Experiential

  • Small pouch or container for Kabibe Mandala materials (ethically provided or approved by guides)
Best time to visit Alibijaban

Best Time to Visit

Dry Season (November to May)

Ideal weather with sunny and dry conditions perfect for enjoying the island's key attractions including white-sand beaches, vast mangrove forests, and the spectacular sandbar, most visible at low tide.

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Monsoon Season (June to October)

Brings heavy rain and typhoons, restricting outdoor activities and access to attractions. However, offers fewer crowds and cooler temperatures for those who don't mind occasional rain.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL

Sustainability Essentials

To sustain the beauty of Alibijaban Island, practicing responsible travel in a protected landscape is the campaign's utmost priority.

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Leave No Trace Compliance

Pack out all non-biodegradable waste. Avoid touching, collecting, or disturbing wildlife, shells, corals, and mangroves.

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Waste Management

Bring reusable containers and utensils. Minimize single-use plastics. Dispose of waste only in designated areas.

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Ethical Participation

Kabibe Mandala activities use washed-up shells only; harvesting is strictly prohibited. Respect community spaces, livelihoods, and cultural practices.

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Visitor Pledge

All guests are encouraged to sign the Alibijaban Visitor Pledge, affirming commitment to conservation and respectful travel.

STAY SAFE

Safety Reminders

Ensuring a safe and well-managed island experience for all visitors.

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Guide Coordination

All visitors must coordinate with local guides before exploring mangrove trails or coastal areas.

Weather Dependence

Sea travel and activities are weather-dependent; schedules may change for safety reasons.

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Stay Within Designated Zones

Follow guide instructions at all times, especially in sensitive ecosystems.

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Medical Disclosure

Inform guides of any medical conditions before activities.

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Night Movement

Night movement around the island should be limited and done only with proper lighting and guidance.

BUDGET PLANNING

Breakdown of Expenses (DIY)

If you're a person who loves to DIY, below is a sample of the expenses for going to Alibijaban Island based on a group of 4 adults + 1 kid.

Item Group Amount Individual Amount
[Bus] Cubao to San Andres P581.00 -
Food & Water for 4 Adults + 1 Kid P889.00 P222.25
Environmental Fee P20.00 P5.00
Boat (2-way) P800.00 P200.00
Water (2 Large Pails) P100.00 -
Accommodation P1,000.00 P250.00
DENR Environmental Fee P30.00 -
[Van] San Andres to Lucena Grand Terminal P300.00 -
TOTAL P1,688.25

Optional Expenses

Item Amount
Boat to Burias Island (2-way) P600.00
Boat to Sandbar (2-way) P50.00
Boat to Floating Cottage (2-way) P50.00
Floating Cottage Entrance (1hr) P200.00
BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE

Sample Itineraries & Booking System

Choose from our curated tour packages or plan your own DIY adventure. All packages include guidance from local experts and ensure sustainable tourism practices.

Group tour adventure

Klook 2D1N Alibijaban Island [Joiners]

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Join a group tour for a 2-day, 1-night adventure exploring Alibijaban's natural wonders with fellow travelers.

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Travel package options

MMC Travel and Tours

From P999/head

Joiners & Exclusive Tour options available. Choose from Day Tour (P999), 2D1N (P2,599), or 3D2N (P3,499) packages.

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Sustainable tourism experience

Take Me To Venus Travel

P2,599/head

Comprehensive tour package with experienced guides focusing on sustainable tourism and community engagement.

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All-inclusive package

Destination PH Travel

P3,499/head

All-inclusive package with meals included. Joiners & Exclusive Tour options available.

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Community-based tourism

Alibijaban Travel and Tours

P3,499/head

Local tour operator with meals included. Specializes in community-based tourism experiences.

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DIY adventure planning

DIY Adventure

Budget-Friendly

Plan your own adventure with our comprehensive DIY guide. Perfect for experienced travelers who prefer flexibility.

DIY Guide
GALLERY & RESOURCES

Visuals & Resources

Explore the beauty of Alibijaban through these curated photo categories. Swipe or use the navigation arrows to see more images in each category.

Watch our campaign video to get a glimpse of the Alibijaban Experience.

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Campaign Launch Video

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