Badoc Island
About
An uninhabited island with white sand, clear water and rocky points to climb, just a short boat ride off Badoc! Hop on a bangka from La Virgen Milagrosa Cove and in about 25 minutes you're stepping onto an island with no resorts and no crowds. Snorkel the clear shallows, free dive off the rocks, scramble over the rock formations for the view, and watch the boatmen point out the sandbar that sinks and reappears with the tide. There are no stores, toilets or showers, so pack food, water and a trash bag, and get back on the boat before dark, since overnight stays are not allowed!
Dry until sunset (5:33 PM). Good time to go!
- Half dayTime to spend
- Dry season, around November to May, on calm-sea mornings. Follow the boatmen's return time, which depends on the tide.Best time to go
- variesEntrance and budget
- Bus, plus a boatNo car needed
What to do here
- Snorkel and free dive in the clear shallows
- Climb the rock formations for the view
- Watch the tide sandbar appear and disappear
- Picnic on the empty white sand
Know before you go
Wear a life vest on the boat and skip the trip when the sea is rough.
There are no lifeguards and no signal on the island; swim with a buddy.
Head back at the time the boatmen set, since the return depends on the tide.
Park at La Virgen Milagrosa Cove (private vehicles).
About ₱1,200 per boat for a group in an October 2024 creator video (@dronerist). No entrance fee was reported.
There are no stores, toilets or showers, so pack food, water and a trash bag, and get back on the boat before dark, since overnight stays are not allowed!
Where it is
Off Barangay La Virgen Milagrosa, Badoc, Ilocos Norte
No car neededTake a Laoag-bound bus from Manila and get off at Badoc New Market or the Badoc detachment, then ride a tricycle to La Virgen Milagrosa Cove. Boats leave from the cove (about 25 minutes). Get the boatmen's contact number ahead of your trip.
Reviews
No ratings yet. Be the first to help others decide!
Sign in to rate and leave a tip.
Tips from visitors
Be the first to share something about this place.
You might also like
FAQ
How much is the boat?
About ₱1,200 per boat for your group (creator figure, 2024). Agree on the return time before you leave.
Can we stay overnight?
No. Overnight stays are not allowed, and the island has no toilets or showers.
What should we bring?
Food, lots of water, sun protection, snorkel gear and a trash bag. There is nothing to buy on the island.