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If you want a break from scuba diving, there are many options to relax and tour the island of Romblon. You can explore on your own or hire a local guide.
Motorbike or Tricycle Tour around the island
A tour around the island can take anywhere from two hours to a full day, depending on how often you want to stop to explore, take photos, enjoy a meal, or swim at beaches and waterfalls. Much of the road follows the coastline, while the rest winds through forests, mountains, and small villages.
Tiamban Beach, Romblon Island
Tiamban Beach is about a 20-minute walk from the resort, or just a quick 5-minute ride by tricycle. It’s a lovely spot to swim, snorkel, or simply relax in the shade of the trees. The entrance fee is around PHP 70, there are toilets available as well as a small store that sells drinks.
Bonbon Beach, Romblon Island
Bonbon Beach is a beautiful beach in the heart of Barangay Lonos. A long sandbar links the beach to the nearby island of Bangug, and at low tide you can walk all the way across. Just be sure to head back before the tide returns, as the current can become quite strong once the water starts flowing over the sandbar.
San Pedro Beach (Talipasak), Romblon Island
San Pedro Beach is about 15 minutes away by tricycle or motor scooter. The small resort there serves drinks and local dishes, and the entrance fee is around PHP 50. You can relax on the beach or enjoy swimming and snorkeling in the nearby San Pedro Marine Sanctuary.
Sunbird Ridge in Lonos, Romblon Island
This private home belongs to close family friends who warmly welcome visitors by appointment. As passionate bird specialists, they observe the local species daily, and their garden often hosts Olive-backed Sunbirds (Cinnyris jugularis), the rare Purple-throated Sunbird (Leptocoma sperata), and several other common and uncommon species. You can also take in the stunning view over the bay and nearby islands. The owners are artists as well, creating beautiful oil paintings on marble and handcrafted shell jewelry made from shells found on local beaches.
Romblon Town
Romblon Town is known for its skilled marble artisans and its historic Filipino wooden houses with traditional capiz shell windows. The best times to visit are early in the morning, when the market is lively, and late in the afternoon. Exploring the town can take anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours, depending on what you’d like to see.
Hiking in Romblon Island
Romblon offers a variety of hiking trails— many suitable for all experience levels, with only a few requiring sturdier footwear. You’ll find ridge hikes, valley hikes, and scenic coastal routes. You can explore on your own or hire a local guide for a more personalized experience.
Cobrador Island (Naguso), Romblon
Cobrador Island is home to White Beach, a long stretch of beautiful, fine white sand located near Takot Reef Marine Sanctuary (Sunken Island). The island is included in most of our island-hopping tours. In recent years, a small rock near Cobrador has gained popularity for cliff jumping, thanks to coverage by several travel bloggers.
coming soon: waterfalls
Mount Guiting-Guiting, Sibuyan Natural Park, Sibuyan Island
Sibuyan Island lies east of Romblon Island and is about a two-hour ferry ride away. The island is famous for its dense forests, towering mountains, and impressive waterfalls. With its high number of species, including several endemics, Sibuyan is often called ‘The Galapagos of Asia.’ Visitors typically stay at least one night to fully experience the island, enjoying forest hikes, natural park tours, and visits to waterfalls such as Catingas River, Cawa-Cawa Falls, Lagting Falls, Cataja Falls, and Lambingan Falls.











































































