Mararison Island
About
Grassy hills, a white sandbar and the mountains of mainland Antique as your backdrop, all on one small island! Mararison, also spelled Malalison, sits a short bangka ride off Culasi in northern Antique. Hike the ridges for a sweeping view of the coast, then cool off on the sandbar. Register at the Culasi Tourism Office before you cross, and stay overnight so you catch the sunset and the stars too.
Dry until sunset (5:37 PM). Good time to go!
- Day trip or overnightTime to spend
- Dry season with calm seas; stay overnight for sunset on the ridge.Best time to go
- About ₱200 per personValue · Great value
- Ride a van to Culasi town (a 2025 visitor was dropped at the Culasi Tourism Office), register there, then take a bangka to the island.Getting there
What to do here
- Hike the grassy ridges for the view
- Walk out on the white sandbar
- Watch the sunset from the hills
- Stay overnight for the stars
Know before you go
Wear the life vest on the bangka and skip the crossing in rough weather.
Bring water and a hat for the shadeless ridge hike.
Leave vehicles in Culasi town near the port.
The bangka was ₱200 round trip in March 2025 (a r/Iloilo visitor). Register at the Culasi Tourism Office first.
Where it is
Mararison (Malalison) Island, Culasi, Antique
By commuteRide a van to Culasi town (a 2025 visitor was dropped at the Culasi Tourism Office), register there, then take a bangka to the island.
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FAQ
Where do I register?
At the Culasi Tourism Office before crossing; a 2025 visitor said it opens at 6 AM.
Do I need a reservation?
A 2025 visitor advised booking your island stay first, because the tourism officer registers it.
What can I do there?
Hike the grassy hills, walk the sandbar and watch the sunset.
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