Galleries: Isla Gigantes
From Wikipedia:
Islas de Gigantes (Spanish: Gigantes Islands lit: Giant Islands) (variously Islas Gigantes, Higantes group, or Gigantes group) is an island chain within the larger Western Visayas archipelago in the Visayan Sea. It is part of the municipality of Carles, Iloilo, Philippines, and the northernmost part of Iloilo province. The Gigantes islands consist of about ten islands; the two largest are Gigantes Norte (North Gigantes) and Gigantes Sur (South Gigantes). According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 12,224.[1] There is also a lighthouse on Gigantes Norte.
The galleries below all contain pictures we have taken on our many trips in the area. It is our home after all…
Isla Gigantes, Iloilo, Western Visayas, 5019, Philippines
Pulupandan Island November 29, 2022 We had a short very early morning visit to Pulupandan Island in the Isla Gigantes group in November 2022. This is a very small island with just a few huts and a few trees in the middle. We were the only visitors during our stay there. One gets a sense… …
Rock Formations November 29, 2022 The Philippines is blessed with so many beautiful islands. Along with the many wonderful beaches, many islands also have beautiful rugged terrain surrounding the islands. Tall limestone cliffs and other interesting formations are common in the Isla Gigantes area (as well as some other parts of the Philippines). …
On the Boat November 29, 2022 Some random photos on the bancas as we go island hopping around Isla Gigantes. …
Cabugao Gamay November 29, 2022 Cabugao Gamay is located on the northern tip of Antonio Island (sometimes incorrectly referred to as Cabugao Island). It has a beautiful white sand beach with water on both sides. A short climb up the nearby hill provides a wonderful view of the beach and is often referred to as… …
Bantigue Island Sandbar November 29, 2022 We stopped by this island and sandbar in November 2022 for an early morning wander and then for lunch. The sandbar is often submerged so we were lucky to visit during a very low tide. …
Antonia Beach November 29, 2022 Antonoa Beach is located in the southeastern peninsula of Isla Gigantes main south island. This beautiful area with two sets of beaches is home to many summer leisure activities. During the autumn and summer seasons you can rent jet skis and go for rides on banana boats (traditional or dragon).… …
