Philippines travel guide
What to see in Boracay
A small island with one of the most famous beaches in the world and sunsets aboard a sailboat.
Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: from December to May
Boracay highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- White Beach
Kilometres of white sand and calm water.
- Puka Beach
Wilder and quieter, in the north of the island.
- Paraw sailing
A traditional sailboat for watching the sunset from the water.
- Mount Luho
The highest point, with views over the whole island.
- Willy’s Rock
A volcanic rock with a statue of the Virgin, off the beach.
Day trips from Boracay
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to Boracay
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Boracay are from December to May. If you can, avoid from August to October (typhoon and monsoon season).
- Jan no warnings
- Feb no warnings
- Mar no warnings
- Apr no warnings
- May no warnings
- Jun with warnings
- Jul with warnings
- Aug with strong warnings
- Sep with strong warnings
- Oct with strong warnings
- Nov with warnings
- Dec no warnings
- from June to November
Typhoon and monsoon season
From June to November typhoons and the southwest monsoon arrive: ferries and flights between islands are often cancelled, especially from August to October.
What to do: Leave a spare day before your international flight home and don’t chain too many island hops together.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: the carinderia (local canteen). The dishes you can’t miss are in the Philippines guide.
Frequently asked questions about Boracay
What to see in Boracay?
White Beach, Puka Beach, Paraw sailing, Mount Luho and Willy’s Rock.
What to see in Boracay in one day?
Don’t miss White Beach, Puka Beach, Paraw sailing, Mount Luho and Willy’s Rock. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to Boracay?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Boracay are from December to May. If you can, avoid from August to October (typhoon and monsoon season).
What day trips can you take from Boracay?
Boracay.
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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.