Aklan: the Lasting Paradise!

Everything you need to know about Aklan Province: Where to stay, where to Eat, What to Do, How to get there and Basic Phrases to Get You Started. ENJOY!

 

If you will have the chance to come to the Philippines, don’t forget to come and visit the Province of Aklan in the Visayas with its beautiful towns and splendid tourist spot to visit and chill. Aklan is the oldest province in the Philippines, Aklan encompasses the northwestern portion of Panay Island and nearby Boracay Island, both situated within the Visayas island group. The province of Aklan is composed of 17 municipalities and is composed of many beautiful beaches, historical sites and tourist destinations that you will be amaze and enjoy.

How to get there? 

Aklan can be reached by sea, air or by land. Aklan has two airports, the Godofredo P. Ramos Airport in Caticlan, Malay, Aklan and the Kalibo International Airport in Andagao, Kalibo, Aklan which is the only international airport outside of a major city. Kalibo is 45 minutes from Manila and 30 minutes from Cebu by air. You can book flights to Kalibo International Airport with the following airline companies: Cebu Pacific, Mandarin Airlines, Philippine Airlines and Zest Air. While the travel time from Manila to Aklan is 14 to 18 hours through sea travel.

Here are the best beautiful tourist destination in Aklan Province:

Top 1: Boracay Isalad

 

The island is voted to be the best island in the country. Boracay is the perfect island getaway, with its warm blue waters, powder-fine white sand, and a palm fringed 4-kilometer beach

Top 2: Tulingon Cave

located in Nabas, Aklan. It is Believed to be one of the longest caves in the Philippines. Stretches 20 kilometers from Bgy. Libertad, Nabas Aklan to Bgy. Patria, Pandan, Antique with enormous guano deposits. Iley of lush vegetation.

Top 3: Hurom-Hurom

  

If you want to get out of the tropical heat just go to Basang Cold Spring or also called Hurom Hurom Located in Nabas, Aklan. These cold spring water can feel you relaxed and can stay cool from the long tropical heat.

Top 4 : Basang Cold Spring

After a cool bathe from Basang Cold Spring why not get in touch with nature and enjoy the beautiful falls located in Tangalan, Aklan. It is the beautiful After a cool bathe from  Basang Cold Spring why not get in touch with nature and enjoy the beautiful falls located in Tangalan, Aklan. It is the beautiful Jawili Falls.  

 Top 5:  IGNITO CAVE



On my top 5 is the IGNITO CAVE. Locally known as Elephant Cave due to its appearance.

 Top 6: Tinagong Dagat

Next is the Top 6 Tinagong Dagat, Batan, Enjoy the so called "Hidden Sea", located in Batan, Aklan. Approximately 8 kms. long and 4 kms. wide, between Altavas and Batan, partly hidden from Batan Bay by two islands, fringed with mangroves, thick undergrowth and rocky beach.

 Top 7: Kalantiaw Shrine

On the top 7 is the Kalantiaw Shrine which is located in the quiet town of Batan, Aklan. Once the seat of government of Rajah Bendahara Kalantiaw promulgator of the famous Code of Kalantiaw. It is also where legend tells that it hid the great kalantiaw code.

Top 8: Manduyong Hill

Next is the Historical Scenic place is called the Manduyog Hill which is located in Aklan State University in Banga, Aklan.

Top 9: Liboan Citrus Farm

On my top 9 is A place where various fruits abound interspersed with colorful anthuriums and heliconias. It is a place called the Liloan Citrus Farm located in Brgy. Liloan, Malinao.

Top 10: Campo Verde

Lastly is the  Aklan's beautiful spot which is Campo Verde. It is a man-made reforestation.

Looking for a perfect and cheap hotel in aklan?

Marzon Kalibo Hotel, This is a fairly new hotel located along the highway about 5 minutes away from Kalibo airport. 

La Esperanza Hotel, La Esperanza Hotel is conveniently located just a 10-minute drive from Kalibo International Airport. It features clean and comfortable guestrooms with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi access.

If tourist wants’ to try the private paradise they can stay in Shangri-La's Boracay Resort and Spa. The view is fringed by the foliage of Boracay’s lush hillside set in an eco-reserve.

There are also endless things to do in Aklan Province:

One can go waterfall-hopping in Aklan. The town of Nabas alone has eight. At the Jawili Falls in Tangalan, each of the seven basins is like a small lake where you can take a refreshing dip. They can also explore caves, the dramatic Ignito Cave. The historic caves of Tigayon Hill. The 20-kilometer Tulingon Cave. Make like a spelunker and explore the province’s many caves. Also they can witness the Kalibo's Ati-Atihan’s Festival  is the mother of all the big Sto. It's the biggest fiesta that is "non-commercialized" and stays true to its Filipino Fiesta vibe. It's a "participative fiesta" where you dance with the performers vs. a "spectator fiesta" where you just watch in the sidelines. And of course the water activities, You can either rent a boat with glass bottom. Hence, you can see water below as the boat roam around the island. There's banana boat and other water rides you can try. Island hopping is the usual activity there. It is where you can rent a boat and go to different sides of the island. You may try parasailing as well.