Kayaking

Its clear and pristine waters make Boracay Island suitable for kayak enthusiasts. Whether you are a novice or an experienced paddler, kayaking in Boracay will give you an opportunity to see the coral reefs and view the different beaches of the island.

White Beach alone is home to several locations for venturing into a kayak trip. It is not only a fun activity but also good for your health as it strengthens upper body and develops balance and coordination. Kayaks have similarities with a canoe only the former has a closed cockpit.

Regardless of the skill level, kayaking in Boracay can both be fun and challenging. For the beginner, the trip along the islands rocky coast and sandy beaches will take an hour and a half of paddling. For the more daring and experienced guests, the trip along the entire stretch (covering 20 kilometers) of the island can be completed within the day.

In addition, kayaking in Boracay can be packaged with other activities. Guests can arrange a 2 to 3 days camping trip to the coast of Panay Island with accommodations in beach bungalows as well as an option to directly camp on the beach. Venues for white water kayaking are about an hour away from Caticlan. Aside from that, tour packages that combines kayaking and mountain biking can likewise be arranged.

The kayaks can be rented on an hourly as well as on a daily basis. For single kayaks, the rate is US$ 8 per hour or $30 per day. On the other hand, the double kayak is available for rent at $12 per hour and $32 per day.

Indulging in white water kayaking is best from July to November. Although it is also suitable to go on a kayak trip throughout the year, the months mentioned above are quite windy.

For those who are interested in availing of a tour package, Sand Castles Resort provides guests with a line-up of activities that go along with kayaking in Boracay. The trip will provide tourists with a captivating view of coral reefs and exotic marine life.

At PHP 840 per person, the tour package will include the use of kayaks, a banca ride, lunch and drinks, and a Tribal Adventures Guide. The package is good for two to twelve persons. For those who are not interested in the package, the single and double kayaks can be rented for an hour for PHP 150 and PHP 400, respectively.

Until the 1970s, Boracay Island was virtually unknown in the tourism map. Some people say that a movie team was credited for introducing Boracay to the world. It is not known whether the island had a culture. Until only a few decades ago, the island was nothing but a fishing village. Now it is famous for its spectacular sun and sandy beaches.