Kalanggaman Island: One Of The Most Beautiful Beaches In The Philippines

ISLAND OF KALANGAN – Philippines is popularly known for its beaches- getaways that could be you escape from the city’s noise while taking all your worries away for a while. There are already several beaches that we have discovered, but some are still hidden and yet to be discovered. One of these virgin islands is the Kalanggaman Island of Palompon in the province of Leyte.

The island is known for its pristine, crystal clear water, white powdery sand, and long sand bars stretching on both sides of the island- the other side of the island is rocky and the opposite side is white sand.

In 2013, the island started to gain international exposure after MV Europa Cruise Line stopped over in the island and brought almost 400 passengers who stayed in the island for couple of hours.

The island has a length of only 753m and is still uninhabited. There are no privately owned resorts in the island but overnight camping is allowed. To preserve the beauty of the place, the local tourism office only allows maximum of 500 tourist per day.

Also restaurants is not available in the island but fresh catch from local fishermen is available to buy. There are available cooking area and wooden tables for you to enjoy your fresh catch. Since, no restaurant its better to bring in your own food, beverages, and drinking water.

For those who want an overnight stay in the island, overnight camping is allowed. Besides huts and cottages are available for rent. And for your security concern, the local government of Palompon has established a police station in the Island. Clean restrooms and shower areas are also available for your comfortable visit. But electricity is absent.

Kalanggaman Island offers tourists enjoyable activities like swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and scuba diving.

The best time to visit the island is during the summer season from February to May but you can still visit the island from October to June. Avoid the rainy and typhoon season which is during the months of July to September. If you hate crowded beach, avoid visiting the island during summer, national holidays, holy week and long weekends.

Check out some of the details:

Where to stay in Palompon Leyte

PACCI HOUSE
Rizal Street
Available Amenities : Function Hall, Internet, Telephone Services
Room Types : Air-conditioned Rooms/Dormitories
Contact number: (053) 338-2880

Whispering Beach Mini Hotel
P. Del Rosario Ext. Brgy. Guiwan I
Available Amenities: Function Hall, Telephone Services, hot & cold water, Catering services
Room Types: air-conditioned Rooms/suite
Contacts numbers: (053) 338-2135/555-8045

Hutton Lodge
Cor. San Francisco St. & Evangelista St.
Available Amenities: Internet Café, Telephone Service
Room Types: Air-conditioned Rooms
Contact number: (053) 338-3098

So, what are you waiting for? Book your weekend getaway now and go to Kalanggaman Island! <3