Destination highlights

Mala Pascua island is located northeast of the island of Cebu, the small Malapascua is three kilometers long, is a very quiet island in the Sea of ​​Visayas very popular among divers for being a place in whose waters you can see the great fox shark. It is the classic small island that one imagines, with its palm trees, its almost jungle vegetation, and a fine white sand for which you would dare to walk barefoot. It is important to mention that the charm of this place resides in its own rhythm, a slowness and relaxation that make it a suitable destination for full rest, it is an island of contrasts, of dirt streets and concrete coast.

It should be noted that despite the small size of the island, there are several beaches to choose from where you would like to take a bath. Bounty beach is the most popular, in the southern part are most diving schools, restaurants (expensive) and almost all people. However, in the east zone all the beach bars disappear, the buildings give way to more or less dilapidated huts and the people are replaced by bangkas moored in the sand. That’s the area where we found our beautiful wooden houses and the only ones who dared to interrupt our relaxed baths were the mischievous children who appeared in the afternoon to play jumping from the boats.

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The beach certainly has white sand. However, sailing on the diving or snorkeling boats is to enjoy the turquoise waters so clean and transparent that they allow you to see the bottom, although it is many meters deep. These colors relax the view and make you feel happier. It should be noted that this island is located at a point in the middle of the sea, north of DAanbantayan, in the northern area of ​​the island of Cebu. There is a lot to see on the island and its surroundings. In addition to the shark fox, there are many interesting points such as Deep Slope, Lapus Lapus, Blue Corner, Evo Reef or Chocolate Island. Any of them is in good condition, with abundant soft coral and enough life, especially mandarins, nudibranchs, jellyfish, starfish and schools of fish.

Travel tips

Below we will give you some tips that you will need to know before arriving at this beautiful island of Malapascua. First of all, it is important to know that getting to Malapascua is very complicated, you have to travel north with a journey of about six hours by car, and then cross by boat until you reach the island. It may take a day to arrive but I assure you that it is a place worth enjoying, in case you look for tranquility and rest. The sunsets of the island of Malapascua are perfect to sit and rest on the beach, we recommend you order a cocktail or a juice and let yourself go for the moment, enjoying the colors that will surprise you in a different way every day.

The prices are very cheap on the island, you can choose between several restaurants of international cuisine being the Italian cuisine the most appetizing. You can dive and see one of the most beautiful and difficult to see animals in the world. If you want to visit the shark fox you have to wake up at 4.30 in the morning to leave early and be in the spot where you can see at 6.30, I could see them twice and you can even record a small video in which you can see them moving.

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Hotel recommendations

Among the most outstanding hotels, we recommend the Tepanee Beach Resort offers tropical shelter on the beach, and is located on the top of a 10,000 m² lot on the island of Mala pascua. The hotel offers a private beach with cozy rooms with bamboo and wood furniture, colorful walls, minibar, safe, air conditioning, exclusive bamboo beds and ceiling fan. There is fresh sea breeze on the private balconies. Guests can enjoy water sports on the beach, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. It is a 40-minute public ferry ride from Mayan. The Cebu Mactan International Airport is the closest to the island of Malapascua and is 6 hours by public transport or 4 hours by private car. The new Tepanee spa offers massage service and a hot tub with 8 seats. You can go scuba diving, snorkeling and island island excursions, and on the private beach, there are free parasols and sun loungers.

The complex has an Italian chef. In addition, this hotel is one of the best in Isla Mala Pascua. Next, we recommend you, Malapascua Garden Resort has a lush garden and free Wi-Fi is located on the island of Malapascua, 3 minutes from Bounty Beach and 2.2 km from the lighthouse. The rooms have views of the garden, air conditioning and TV. 32-inch flat screen, safe, private bathroom and hot shower. In turn, the resort’s staff provides a massage service and organizes activities such as snorkeling, diving and sightseeing. It also offers childcare service. This accommodation also has a very good score for the best value for money in Isla Mala Pascua.

Clients get more out of their money compared to other accommodations in the same city. Lastly, we recommend one of the best accommodations on the island. The AABANA Beach & Watersport Resort is located on the island of Mala pascua and offers accommodation with a private beach area. This complex offers water sports facilities and rooms with flat-screen satellite TV. The rooms have a patio with garden views. Rooms at the AABANA Beach & Watersport Resort have a seating area. A continental breakfast is served in the breakfast area. The property’s restaurant specializes in local cuisine and grilled dishes.

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