Mahabang Pulo Island in Basiao, Ivisan Capiz

As part of your Island Hopping Adventure in Basiao Ivisan, don't miss to check out this island called " Mahabang Pulo", a small portion of white-sand corals and a rock formation around it. This island can be reach through motorized boat. You can hire boat at Basiao/LA Beach Resort ranging from Php 300 -500 depending on number of person/boat. The water is clear and seaweeds scattered all over the place. Overlooking view of Marukol "Gamay" and "Daku" at the side and it was a cloudy morning during our visit that time. The island also have mangroves behind the rocks and it is fun during summer with your friends. For me Basiao & Ivisan, Capiz has a very unique and attractive island and you can see more tourist attraction here.

First Stop of Island Hopping: Marukol Island in Ivisan Capiz

This is Marukol Gamay & Dako Island ( a visayan word which mean "Small & Big") which is one of the great scenic view from Basiao Beach Resort. We took about 5 minutes travel and I was amazed with the rock formation surrounding the island. Did you know that you can walk towards this Island during low tide but it is dangerous for you to take this route because of rocky corals under the water. The water is so clear, trees are surrounded in the area  and corals are too alive. I think it has a great view under the water and I love this little island. Some parts of Ivisan in Capiz is well-known to its white sand beaches, relaxing and beautiful island across Roxas City & nearby Aklan. Experience the beauty of the Island now and best time during Summer together with your family and friends. Our next destination is Mahabang Pulo & the perfect white sand of Mabaay Island or Martilenos Island.

A Quick Stopover at Basiao White Beach Resort in Ivisan, Capiz

Basiao Ivisan Capiz | It was a cloudy morning when we arrived and the beach resort has not so fine white sand but a clear blue water which is located in Sitio Marangkalan, Basiao, Ivisan Capiz. The place has a great view of the ocean facing the 3 Island of Mahabang Pulo Island, Marukol Gamay & Dako Island.  About 1 kilometer stretch of white sand. The resort composed of two big cottages and other small nipa hut. Ranging Php 100 to 500 pesos per cottage. Let's experience the beauty and relaxing ambiance of the place, about 30-40 minutes away from the town proper of Ivisan. Discover the nature beauty of Ivisan and relax yourself on a clean environment and not crowded beach resort in Capiz. After a quick time in the beach, we decided to take our boat going to Marukol Island for the first time.

Ivisan Fish Port in the Province of Capiz

Ivisan Fish Port | Basiao, Ivisan in Capiz. Before heading to our island hopping trip, we bought fish, crabs and lobster at their fish port. They are all fresh and a live. The price is so cheap not expensive versus in the market. The town of Ivisan is become the most dynamic port in the region because of the high volume of seafood. My cousin's friend is very helpful and friendly. She also arranged our boat for the island hopping. The boatman uses a big "lambat" for fishing and the water is so clear. Check out my next blog post about our island hopping escapades.

How to Get to Christ the King Redeemer in Ivisan, Capiz

Going to Christ the King Redeemer Statue of Capiz in Barangay Malocloc Norte, Ivisan:

Upon arriving in Roxas City Airport , take a jeepney bound to Pueblo De Panay Terminal (new) where you can find jeepney going to Sapian western part of Capiz or bus/van going to Kalibo and Caticlan. Ask the driver to get you off to Barangay Malocloc Norte and travel time is 30-40 minutes. This is just right part of the national road highway and facing the Church of Sto. Domingo. There is no entrance fee at shrine, just ask the caretaker that you would take photos on it. Best time to visit the place during morning because of the great shot facing the sunset. Happy Trip Everyone - Bisayang Manlalakbay around the Philippines.

Christ the King Redeemer Statue of Capiz in Malocloc Norte, Ivisan

I've been to Monasterio De Tarlac and they had also similar statue here in Capiz. This shrine is located along the highway of Ivisan going to Aklan & Sapian, Capiz road and one of the iconic man-made statue painted with white about 130 feet tall. According to the caretaker beside the church of Sto. Rosario, these is a privately owned by Inday Ruth Gamboa. They also had a waiting area cottage along the main part of the shrine. We took a lot of photos before heading to Mambusao (hometown). The area is become one of the tourist attraction in the province of Capiz and the shrine area has a great view of natures and tall trees above a hilly/rocky surface of the mountain. I was appreciate the beauty & scenic view from the top. This statue is build a few years ago to attract people or tourist going to Boracay and other parts of Panay Island. Check out my next post about " How to Get to Christ the King Redeemer in Ivisan, Capiz.