Tayid Lighthouse
About
Batanes postcard views from a hilltop lighthouse! Tayid Lighthouse is a white, six-sided tower above the rolling green fields of Mahatao, with Mt. Iraya, Mt. Matarem and the Diura fishing village spread out below. Wander the grassy slopes where cows graze, take the famous shot of the tower and its stone house, and feel the Pacific breeze. Stop here on your South Batan tour in the soft afternoon light!
Dry until sunset (5:25 PM). Good time to go!
- 30 min to 1 hrTime to spend
- March to May for clear skies; avoid the typhoon months from August to October.Best time to go
- About ₱50 per personValue · Great value
- Part of most South Batan tours from Basco by tricycle or van; you can also rent a motorbike or bike and follow the national road south through Mahatao.Getting there
What to do here
- Photograph the lighthouse and its stone house
- Spot Mt. Iraya and Mt. Matarem
- Walk the grassy hilltop
- Look down on Diura village
Know before you go
The hill is exposed and very windy; hold on to hats and phones near the edge.
Flights and boats stop during typhoons, so leave buffer days when traveling from August to October.
Parking near the lighthouse.
Entrance ₱50 per person; the area is privately owned (April 2026 guide).
Where it is
Mahatao, Batanes
By commutePart of most South Batan tours from Basco by tricycle or van; you can also rent a motorbike or bike and follow the national road south through Mahatao.
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FAQ
Is there an entrance fee?
Yes, ₱50 per person, since the lighthouse area is privately owned.
Can I see Mt. Iraya from here?
Yes, on a clear day the volcano rises right behind the green hills.
How do I get there?
Join a South Batan tour from Basco or rent a motorbike or tricycle.