Guimaras is an island province situated within the Western Visayas area of the Philippines. It’s sandwiched by the province of Iloilo and Negros Occidental. The island is understood for its effective, white sand seashores and its candy mangoes—which is famend worldwide. Vacationer and backpackers flock the island particularly throughout summer time for its crystalline waters and some historic websites.
Most vacationers normally contemplate Guimaras as a day-tour vacation spot forming the same old side-trip from Iloilo Metropolis, however with this journey information, I’ll allow you to in on a bit secret, the province has much more to supply greater than its typical vacationer spots and frequented seashores. Take a look at the 2-day and 3-day itineraries I’ve ready for these wanting a extra intensive Guimaras tour.
HOW TO GET TO GUIMARAS
There are two methods to achieve the island of Guimaras. The favored route is thru its western aspect, through Iloilo Metropolis. From the Ortiz dock, pump boats and ferries ply the Iloilo Strait often to Jordan Port in Guimaras.
The second route is through the cities of Palupandan and Valladolid in Negros Occidental. There are every day ferries that cross the Guimaras Strait to the wharfs in San Lorenzo. Notice that you’d must get a experience, most likely by way of a habal-habal, to the city of Jordan earlier than you’ll be able to avail of excursions.
► BOOK A GUIMARAS BUS, FERRY, PRIVATE TRANSFER, FLIGHT ONLINE
ILOILO CITY TO GUIMARAS BY FERRY ○ 15 MINUTES TRAVEL TIME
● ORTIZ WHARF Common Fare: ₱35.00 | Chartered: ₱450.00 to ₱570.00
Schedule: Iloilo-Jordan 5:30AM to 7:30PM | Jordan-Iloilo 6:30AM to six:30PM (each 15-30 minutes)
● LAPUZ WHARF Chartered Pumpboat / RORO Terminal Payment: ₱35.00
● PAROLA WHARF Common Fare: ₱35.00 | Chartered: ₱470.00 to ₱520.00
Schedule: Iloilo to Guimaras: 5:30AM to 9:00PM (each 15-Half-hour)
NEGROS OCCIDENTAL TO GUIMARAS BY FERRY
● PULUPANDAN WHARF Journey Time: 45 Minutes | Fare: ₱75.00
Schedule: Pulupandan-San Lorenzo 5 to six journeys per day
● VALLADOLID WHARF Journey Time: 2 Hours | Fare: ₱150.00
Schedule: Valladolid-Nueva Valencia – every day journeys
GETTING AROUND GUIMARAS
Tricycles, jeepneys, multicabs, and single bikes—regionally referred to as habal-habal—are the principle mode of transportation in Guimaras. Quick distances could be lined by both tricycles or motorbikes, however for lengthy distances, jeepneys are the way in which to go. Persistence can be wanted for jeepneys although, because it takes fairly some time earlier than they cross, and once they do, they’re normally full. In case you’re the adventurous kind, using on the roof—topload-style—is an possibility you’ll be able to contemplate.
GUIMARAS ORGANIZED / PACKAGED TOURS
It’s kinda arduous to tour Guimaras DIY-style as a result of lack of public transportation within the province. The easiest way to go to the same old vacationer spots in Guimaras is by renting a motorcycle, tricycle, or multicab together with a information. These are straightforward to come back by when you dock at Jordan Port as they’d virtually swarm over vacationers as quickly as they disembark from the port. Land tour tricycle charges (good for 3 to 4pax) normally begin at ₱1,200.00 to ₱1,500.00 (relying on the locations you want to go to).
Really helpful Tour Information: Cherald Padojenog (0908) 474-8122
Ebook a Tour On-line: Klook Guimaras Non-public Day Tour
SPEAK GUIMARAS
Hiligaynon and Kinaray-a are the 2 commonest language of the individuals of Guimaras. Language will not be an issue for vacationers visiting the province although, as most Guimarasnons are fluent in English and Tagalog.
Thank You – Salamat
Good Morning – Maayong Aga
Good Afternoon – Maayong Hapon
Good Night – Maayong Gab-i
How A lot? – Tag-pilá?
The place is… – Diin ang…
WHERE TO STAY IN GUIMARAS
Most lodging in Guimaras are located close to its coastal areas because the province has a number of lovely seashores. Excessive-end resorts go side-by-side with backpacker-friendly ones so choosing a spot to remain that’s proper on your finances wouldn’t be an issue. For guests wanting a less expensive lodging and wouldn’t thoughts being a bit removed from the seashore, one can go for the few inland lodgings within the province.
ALOBIJOD COVE
Room Charges: Test Right here
Deal with: Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (0995) 368-6860 | (0922) 862-6972
GPS Coordinates: 10.534040, 122.517016
PHOTO FROM FB PAGE 
BARAS BEACH RESORT 
Deal with: Brgy. Lawi, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (033) 338-2249
GPS Coordinates: 10.552804, 122.521628
PHOTO FROM FB PAGE 
CLARA BEACH & GUEST HOUSE
Deal with: Sitio Baybay, Brgy. Igcawayan, San Lorenzo
Contact Quantity: (0916) 327-8565
GPS Coordinates: 10.544082, 122.692786
PHOTO FROM AGODA 
GUIMARAS SLEEPOVER INN
Deal with: Sitio Ayakan, Brgy. Constancia, San Lorenzo
Contact Quantity: (0951) 991-8086
GPS Coordinates: 10.583765, 122.672366
PHOTO FROM AGODA
GUISI CLEARWATER RESORT
Deal with: Sitio Guisi, Brgy. Dolores, Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (0919) 563-6688 | (0932) 4905-818
GPS Coordinates: 10.484494, 122.476376 
ISLA NABUROT RESORT
Deal with: Brgy. Sinap-sapan, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (0918) 909-8500
Electronic mail: islanaburot@gmail.com
GPS Coordinates: 10.568417, 122.511167
PHOTO FROM FB PAGE 
JM BACKPACKERS HOMETEL
Deal with: San Miguel, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (033) 581-2164
GPS Coordinates: 10.603693, 122.587946
PHOTO FROM AGODA 
KENYAMA BEACH RESORT
Deal with: Sitio Guisi, Brgy. Dolores, Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (0998) 308-4049 | (0906) 270-9157
Electronic mail: delgadoroland23@gmail.com
GPS Coordinates: 10.485193, 122.476300
PHOTO FROM FB PAGE 
NATURE’S EYE BEACH RESORT
Deal with: Sitio Guisi, Brgy. Dolores, Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (0907) 757-9055
GPS Coordinates: 10.464284, 122.485712
PHOTO FROM AGODA 
OLD TRAPPIST MONASTERY GUESTHOUSE
Deal with: San Miguel, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (0918) 421-2852 | (033) 581-3385
GPS Coordinates: 10.579167, 122.576639 
RAYMEN BEACH RESORT
Deal with: Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (033) 582-1456 | (033) 396-0252 | (0918) 520-7271
Electronic mail: raymenbeachresort@yahoo.com
GPS Coordinates: 10.533750, 122.517361 
RUMAGANGRANG BEACH RESORT
Deal with: Cabalagnan Bridge, Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (033) 300-0949 | (0939) 285-5138
GPS Coordinates: 10.408810, 122.542263
PHOTO FROM FB PAGE 
SUNSEA RESORT
Deal with: Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (0919) 950-4174
GPS Coordinates: 10.423175, 122.555437
PHOTO FROM AGODA 
VILLA IGANG BEACH RESORT
Deal with: Poblacion, Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (033) 394-0024
GPS Coordinates: 10.529111, 122.512222 
ZENKAMPS CHALET
Deal with: San Miguel, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (033) 581-2120
GPS Coordinates: 10.602700, 122.588427
PHOTO FROM AGODA
WHERE TO EAT IN GUIMARAS
In addition to its mangos, Guimaras isn’t actually identified for culinary custom. There’s the same old carinderias that serves native dishes like kansi, batchoy, and the same old Filipino fares however aside from that, you gained’t discover any McDonald’s or fancy eating places within the province. However that was earlier than. In 2019, Jollibee opened its doorways in Guimaras, extra meals locations at the moment are opening up.
JOLLIBEE GUIMARAS
Kind: Fastfood
Opening Hours: 7:00AM to 7:00PM, Every day
Deal with: San Miguel, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (033) 322-5241
GPS Coordinates: 10.595898, 122.587601
PHOTO FROM GOOGLE MAPS 
OLIVIA’S KITCHEN & ISLAND BREW
Kind: Restaurant Cafe&
Opening Hours: 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Deal with: San Miguel, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (0949) 820-9735
GPS Coordinates: 10.594464, 122.587271
PHOTO FROM FBPAGE 
PITSTOP RESTAURANT MANGO PIZZA
Kind: Pizza, Pasta
Opening Hours: 8:00AM to eight:00PM, Every day
Deal with: Chavez Constructing, San Miguel, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (0915) 532-7174
GPS Coordinates: 10.597000, 122.587944
PHOTO BY BLISSFULGURO
WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN GUIMARAS
Guimaras is known for its white sand seashores, however moreover these, the province additionally affords different locations of pursuits like historic websites, mountain climbing trails, journey resorts, and even a monastery. Guimaras island hopping excursions are additionally out there within the city of Nueva Valencia, with the next charges:
6 Individuals | First Hour: ₱400.00 | Succeeding Hour: ₱200.00
10 Individuals | First Hour: ₱600.00 | Succeeding Hour: ₱200.00
ISLAND HOPPING PHOTOS BY BLISSFULGURO
ALUBIHOD BEACH
Deal with: Nueva Valencia
Entrance Payment: Free
GPS Coordinates: 10.534222, 122.517194 
BALAAN BUKID SHRINE
Deal with: Balaang Bukid Shrine Path, Jordan
Entrance Payment: Free
GPS Coordinates: 10.663833, 122.566306 
CAMP ALFREDO ADVENTURE RESORT
Deal with: KM16, Brgy. Ravina, Sibunag
Entrance Payment: Contact them
Contact Quantity: (0917) 250-5816
Electronic mail: campalfredoguimaras@gmail.com
GPS Coordinates: 10.544002, 122.560897
PHOTO FROM CAMP ALFREDO FB 
DAGSAAN ECO PARK
Deal with: Brgy. Dagsa-an, Buenavista
Entrance Payment:
GPS Coordinates: 10.717372, 122.617759
PHOTO FROM OUTOFTOWN BLOG 
GUIMARAS WINDMILLS WIND FARM
Deal with: Brgy. Cabungahan, San Lorenzo
Entrance Payment: Free
GPS Coordinates: 10.616765, 122.701220
PHOTO FROM CHERALD TRAVEL & TOURS 
GUISI BEACH
Deal with: Sitio Guisi, Brgy. Dolores, Nueva Valencia
Entrance Payment: Free
GPS Coordinates: 10.483466, 122.476072
GUISI LIGHTHOUSE
Deal with: Sitio Guisi, Brgy. Dolores, Nueva Valencia
Entrance Payment: ₱10.00
Contact Quantity: (0999) 383-6595
GPS Coordinates: 10.481322, 122.474500 
HOLY FAMILY HILLS
Deal with: Tamborong, San Lorenzo
Entrance Payment: Donation
Contact Quantity: (0916) 400-2311
GPS Coordinates: 10.626417, 122.629694
PHOTO BY BLISSFULGURO 
MANGO RESEARCH CENTER
Deal with: NMRDC, San Miguel, Jordan
Entrance Payment: Free
GPS Coordinates: 10.585417, 122.580111 
MUSEO DE GUIMARAS
Deal with: San Miguel, Jordan
Entrance Payment: Free
GPS Coordinates: 10.598472, 122.589306 
NAVALAS CHURCH
Deal with: Brgy. Navalas, Buenavista
Entrance Payment: Free
Contact Quantity: (0920) 532-2688
GPS Coordinates: 10.732667, 122.683000
PHOTO BY EXPLOREILOILO 
ROCA ENCANTADA
Deal with: San Miguel, Buenavista
Entrance Payment:
Contact Quantity: (033) 328-0779 | (0920) 967-2550 | (0917) 845-8434
GPS Coordinates: 10.742556, 122.679333
PHOTO BY EXPLOREILOILO 
SMALLEST PLAZA
Deal with: Poblacion, Jordan
Entrance Payment: Free
Contact Quantity: (0918) 351-3363
GPS Coordinates: 10.657889, 122.591722 
SIETE PECADOS
Deal with: Brgy. Dumangas and Getulio, Buenavista
Entrance Payment:
GPS Coordinates: 10.766389, 122.676944
PHOTO BY ESCAPEISLANDS 
TAKLONG ISLANDS
Deal with: Taklong Islands Marine Reserves, Nueva Valencia
Entrance Payment:
GPS Coordinates: 10.416917, 122.500667
PHOTO BY EXPLOREILOILO 
TRAPPIST MONASTERY
Deal with: 5045 San Miguel, Jordan
Entrance Payment: Free
Contact Quantity: (0918) 421-2852 | (033) 581-3385
GPS Coordinates: 10.579694, 122.576750 
VILLA IGANG MANGROVE TRAIL
Deal with: JBLFMU Ecological Park, Poblacion, Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (033) 394-0024
GPS Coordinates: 10.531165, 122.514489 
AVE MARIA ISLAND
Deal with: Sitio Lusay, Jordan
Entrance Payment: Free
GPS Coordinates: 10.545294, 122.518625 
BARAS CAVE
Deal with: Bgry. Lawi, Jordan
Entrance Payment: Free
GPS Coordinates: 10.549205, 122.520167 
NATAGO BEACH
Deal with: Sinapsapan, Jordan
Entrance Payment: Free
Contact Quantity: (0917) 302-9906
GPS Coordinates: 10.561665, 122.514712 
TURTLE SANCTUARY
Deal with: Sitio Lusay, Jordan
Entrance Payment: ₱5.00
GPS Coordinates: 10.545083, 122.520444 
SEAFDEC
Deal with: Igang Marine Station, Nueva Valencia
Contact Quantity: (033) 511-9170
Entrance Payment: ₱5.00
GPS Coordinates: 10.510750, 122.499472
FESTIVALS IN GUIMARAS
MANGGAHAN FESTIVAL
Celebration Date: Each third week of April
Length: One Week
What it Celebrates: Guimaras Mango Trade and Provincehood
PHOTO FROM WIKICOMMONS
Vacationer and vacationers gained’t be disenchanted in bringing residence one thing after visiting Guimaras. There are usually not that many memento retailers within the island however there are fairly a couple of distinctive objects and merchandise you’ll be able to deliver residence as pasalubong to your family and friends, moreover baskets and baskets of mangos.
GALLEON MINIATURES
Deal with: Rizal St., Buenavista
Contact Quantity: (0916) 419-2076
GPS Coordinates: 10.685067, 122.614215
PHOTO FROM GMGMA 
GUIMARAS MANGOS
Deal with: Poblacion Public Market, Jordan
GPS Coordinates: 10.524735, 122.539872
PHOTO FROM BLISSFULGURO 
MCNESTER MANGO PRODUCTS
Deal with: Brgy. San Isidro, Buenavista
Contact Quantity: (033) 581-3165
Opening Hours: 8:00AM to five:00PM, Every day
GPS Coordinates: 10.675748, 122.637933
PHOTO FROM BUENAVISTA, GUIMARAS 
TRAPPIST MONASTERY FOOD PRODUCTS
Deal with: 5045 San Miguel, Jordan
Contact Quantity: (0918) 421-2852 | (033) 581-3385
GPS Coordinates: 10.579944, 122.576972
GUIMARAS TOURIST SPOTS MAP
GUIMARAS SAMPLE ITINERARIES
Most vacationers normally go to Guimaras for day excursions, however the province has much more to supply moreover the same old countryside excursions outlined by guides at Jordan Port. I’ve been to Guimars quite a few instances and I’ve finished the rushed day journey to nearly spending per week simply lounging round on a seashore resort within the province.
Beneath, I listed doable 1-day, 2-day, and 3-day tour itineraries that one can comply with as time permits. Relying in your time and finances, you could even lengthen for a couple of extra days and take a look at the opposite locations of pursuits in Guimaras just like the Taklong Islands and the costly Isla Naburot.
GUIMARAS ONE DAY ITINERARY / DAY TOUR / DAYTRIP
₱1,537.500 PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)
• Early morning arrival
• Breakfast in Iloilo Metropolis (Really helpful: Netong’s La Paz Batchoy)
₱80.00 | P2P BUS FARE FROM AIRPORT TO ILOILO BUSINESS PARK
₱12.50 | TRICYCLE FARE FROM ILOILO BUSINES PARK TO LA PAZ PUBLIC MARKET (₱25.00 2PAX)
₱100.00 | AVERAGE BATCHOY MEAL WITH DRINKS
• Experience a pumpboat/ferry from Ortiz Wharf to Jordan Port in Guimaras
₱12.50 | TRICYCLE FARE FROM LA PAZ PUBLIC MARKET TO ORTIZ WHARF (₱25.00 2PAX)
₱35.00 | PUMPBOAT FARE
• Avail of Guimaras Island Hopping Tour (SEAFDEC, Ave Maria Island, Baras Cave, Natago Seaside, Turtle Sanctuary)
₱500.00 | ISLAND HOPPING TOUR (₱600.00/BOAT, UP TO 10PAX FOR 1 HOUR + ₱200.00 SUCCEEDING HOURS. IT WILL TAKE ABOUT 3 HOURS)
• Avail of Guimaras Land Tour (Lunch at Pitstop Restaurant, Balaan Bukid, Smallest Plaza, Holy Household Hills, Museo de Guimaras, Mango Analysis Middle, Trappist Monastery, Alubihod Seaside, Guisi Seaside & Lighthouse, Windfarm)
₱600.00 | TRICYCLE TOUR FEE (₱1,200.00 GOOD UP TO 3PAX)
₱150.00 | AVERAGE THE PITSTOP LUNCH RATE
• Seaside Time (Guisi Seaside or Alubihod Seaside)
₱0.00 | ENTRANCE FEE
• Experience a pumpboat from Jordan Port to Ortiz Wharf in Iloilo Metropolis
₱12.50 | TRICYCLE FARE BEACH TO ORTIZ WHARF (₱25.00 2PAX)
₱35.00 | PUMPBOAT FARE
GUIMARAS TWO DAYS ITINERARY
► DAY ONE | ₱1,680.00 PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)
• Early morning arrival
• Breakfast in Iloilo Metropolis (Really helpful: Netong’s La Paz Batchoy)
₱80.00 | P2P BUS FARE FROM AIRPORT TO ILOILO BUSINESS PARK
₱12.50 | TRICYCLE FARE FROM ILOILO BUSINES PARK TO LA PAZ PUBLIC MARKET (₱25.00 2PAX)
₱100.00 | AVERAGE BATCHOY MEAL WITH DRINKS
• Experience a pumpboat from Ortiz Wharf to Jordan Port in Guimaras
₱12.50 | TRICYCLE FARE FROM LA PAZ PUBLIC MARKET TO ORTIZ WHARF (₱25.00 2PAX)
₱35.00 | PUMPBOAT FARE
• Avail of Guimaras Land Tour (Lunch at Pitstop Restaurant, Balaan Bukid, Smallest Plaza, Holy Household Hills, Museo de Guimaras, Mango Analysis Middle, Trappist Monastery, Alubihod Seaside, Guisi Seaside & Lighthouse, Windfarm)
₱600.00 | TRICYCLE TOUR FEE (₱1,200.00 GOOD UP TO 3PAX)
₱150.00 | AVERAGE LUNCH RATE
• Test in at resort of alternative
₱540.00 | MOST AFFORDABLE ROOM ON AGODA (₱1,080.00 2PAX)
• Seaside Time (Guisi Seaside or Alubihod Seaside)
₱0.00 | ENTRANCE FEE
• Dinner
₱150.00 | AVERAGE DINNER RATE
► DAY TWO | ₱697.50 PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)
• Breakfast
₱0.00 | COMPLIMENTARY FROM RESORT
• Avail of Guimaras Island Hopping Tour (SEAFDEC, Ave Maria Island, Baras Cave, Natago Seaside, Turtle Sanctuary)
₱500.00 | ISLAND HOPPING TOUR (₱600.00/BOAT, UP TO 10PAX FOR 1 HOUR + ₱200.00 SUCCEEDING HOURS. IT WILL TAKE ABOUT 3 HOURS)
• Clean up at resort and take a look at
• Lunch at The Pitstop Restaurant
₱0.00 | TRICYCLE FROM RESORT TO PITSTOP
₱150.00 | AVERAGE THE PITSTOP LUNCH RATE
• Experience a pumpboat from Jordan Port to Ortiz Wharf in Iloilo Metropolis
₱12.50 | TRICYCLE FROM PITSTOP RESTAURANT TO JORDAN PORT (₱25.00 2PAX)
₱35.00 | PUMPBOAT FARE
► ₱2,377.50 ~ TOTAL BUDGET FOR A TWO-DAY TOUR PER PERSON BASED ON A GROUP OF TWO
GUIMARAS THREE DAYS ITINERARY
► DAY ONE | ₱1,680.00 PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)
• Comply with earlier Day One itinerary
► DAY TWO | ₱1,340.00 PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)
• Breakfast
₱0.00 | COMPLIMENTARY FROM RESORT
• Avail of Guimaras Island Hopping Tour (SEAFDEC, Ave Maria Island, Baras Cave, Natago Seaside, Turtle Sanctuary)
₱500.00 | ISLAND HOPPING TOUR (₱600.00/BOAT, UP TO 10PAX FOR 1 HOUR + ₱200.00 SUCCEEDING HOURS. IT WILL TAKE ABOUT 3 HOURS)
• Clean up at resort
₱540.00 | MOST AFFORDABLE ROOM ON AGODA (₱1,080.00 2PAX)
• Lunch
₱150.00 | AVERAGE MEAL RATE
• Relaxation / Seaside time
• Dinner
₱150.00 | AVERAGE MEAL RATE
► DAY THREE | ₱797.50 PER PERSON (GROUP OF TWO)
• Breakfast
₱0.00 | COMPLIMENTARY FROM RESORT
• Take a look at of resort
• Avail of personalized Guimaras land tour or lease a motorcycle or tricycle (Siete Pecados, Roca Encantada, Navalas Church, Balaan Bukid Shrine Mountain climbing)
₱600.00 | TRICYCLE TOUR FEE (₱1,200.00 GOOD UP TO 3PAX)
• Avail of Taklong Island Tour (an alternative choice)
• Lunch
₱150.00 | AVERAGE LUNCH RATE
• Experience a pumpboat from Jordan Port to Ortiz Wharf in Iloilo Metropolis
₱12.50 | TRICYCLE FROM RESTAURANT TO JORDAN PORT (₱25.00 2PAX)
₱35.00 | PUMPBOAT FARE
► ₱3,187.50 ~ TOTAL BUDGET FOR A THREE-DAY TOUR PER PERSON BASED ON A GROUP OF TWO
UPDATED AS OF MARCH 31, 2022
