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Sambawan Island
Maripipi Island | Biliran Island, Leyte, Visayas, Philippines, Philippines
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very long road trip, very long boat rides.... but very worth it!! The entire island offers a 360... read more
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Ahren S
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“Hidden Gem of Biliran Island”
This would be definitely the best beach in the province of Biliran. The beauty of Simbawan Island have logistic hurdles to overcome. From Naval port, one must be able to catch a boat to Marapipi Island (it would take an hour and a half) and from the Island, a habal habal ride and a 15 minute boat ride to the Simbawan island proper. But despite its difficulty reaching it, its worth it. I can still remember how the color of water looks turquoise. Its crystal clear. Another attraction to the island is climbing a flight of stairs to have an overlooking view of the island ( the view is comparable to Islas de Gigantes in Iloilo).
The island can be enjoyed by camping there or having only a daytour. If you are time constraint (just like I was back then) take the daytour. One downside of camping out in the island is that you will be stucked for another day in Marapipi island for the boats bound to the city proper alights at early morning ( More or less 5 am ).
I would definitely comeback into this Island. It is developed, but not commercialized yet. Must see and indeed deserve the title “Hidden Gem of Biliran Island”
Date of experience: May 2016
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Sambawan is a beautiful island that needs government/ environmental protection asap. It's sad to see the island being polluted by trash coming in from nearby islands through water current.
I will give it a 5 star rating if it wasn't for the trash getting stuck in one portion of the island. The place has an amazing view of other islands like Maripipi, Biliran, and Leyte. If you go to the top of the hill, you get a good vantage point of the small island, and get to appreciate how white the pebble sands are and how perfect the seascape is. The best part of this is that this place is close to unknown, so not much people go here. You get to enjoy the place in peace.
Date of experience: May 2016
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martasmarek
Naval, Philippines
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every snorkeling blacktips :)
giant triggerfish
eagle rays
400 kinds of biodiversity
natural accomodation
friendly village staff... Sambawan stewards
really quiet place for relax... no videoke :) no motorbikes:) no cocks :)
Date of experience: May 2016
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Our extended family rented a island ferry pump boat from Sto Nino island.
It took just under 2 hours to get there from Sto Nino.
When about 40 of us, arrived and checked in.
We set up in two huge covered huts and set up. The water was crystal clear like glass. The beach was of white sand and crushed coral by nature.
The walk up to the look out tower is I'm guessing maybe 900 feet up.
The young had no issues climbing the cement stairs. I took a few breaks on the way up due to heat and age.
We have been to Bantayan island before the major typhoon a few years ago.
I think that both are top 10 places to see. The beaches are beyond beautiful.
Date of experience: May 2016
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Sambawan Island is one of the upcoming top tourist destinations in Visayas Region whereas various activities are available like diving, snorkeling, swimming and hill climbing on top of its view deck. A picturesque view of the island and its nearby islands can be seen well. Happy travel! #travelguide101 @topherhpunzalan
Date of experience: April 2016
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