Alapad Rock Formation (Blow Ur Horn)
About
Batanes' most famous road bend! At Alapad, the coastal road squeezes between two towering walls of layered rock, with a yellow Blow Ur Horn sign stuck to the cliff and the Pacific crashing just below. Climb the grassy hill beside it for the postcard view of the rock, the winding road and the rocky beach. It's on every South Batan tour, so come early and you'll have the curve to yourself!
Dry until sunset (5:25 PM). Good time to go!
- 20 to 30 minTime to spend
- Morning or late afternoon on a clear day; the light is softer and the road is quiet.Best time to go
- Free entryEntrance and budget
- On the national road in Uyugan, a stop on the South Batan tour from Basco by van, tricycle or rented bike.Getting there
What to do here
- Take your photo at the Blow Ur Horn sign
- Climb the hill for the view of the rock and the road
- Walk down to the rocky beach
- Visit the National Museum Batanes nearby
Know before you go
Watch for vehicles: the road is narrow at the blind curve, so stay off it when taking photos.
Rocks and grass get slippery after rain; wear good shoes on the hill.
Batanes weather turns fast: check typhoon advisories and flight status before your trip.
Roadside stop; tour vans park nearby.
Free to stop and view.
Where it is
National Road, Itbud, Uyugan, Batanes
By commuteOn the national road in Uyugan, a stop on the South Batan tour from Basco by van, tricycle or rented bike.
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FAQ
Where is the Blow Ur Horn sign in Batanes?
At the Alapad Rock Formation on the national road in Uyugan, South Batan.
How was Alapad formed?
Strong sea currents and tectonic movement carved the layered rock over time.
Is it part of the South Batan tour?
Yes, almost every South Batan tour stops here.