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Bulalacao Islands Travel Guide: Exploring the Beauty of the Precious Gems of Oriental Mindoro
Read on to learn more about the unspoiled beauty of Bulalacao, discover its beautiful islands, and get useful tips on how you can get to this piece of paradise in Oriental Mindoro, as well as some insights on the activities you can indulge yourself with during your stay in the islands.
Bulalacao, Oriental Mindoro - An Overview
Formerly known as San Pedro, Bulalacao is comprised of 15 barangays and is a promising getaway with its numerous white sandy islands, spectacular coves, forests and parks that are great for hiking and trekking, waterfalls, hidden caves, and lakes, among other surprises that will surely satisfy the wanderlusts seeking for both nature and adventure.
Island Hopping in Bulalacao
Bulalacao’s islands are primarily divided into two - the Eastern Islands and the Western Islands. Subsequently, island hopping in Bulalacao is generally categorized as East Tour and West Tour.
Bulalacao Islands West Tour (Buyayao Island, Suguicay Island, and Tambaron Island)
Buyayao Island
- An excellent spot for snorkeling although you need to be mindful of the strong currents
- Scuba Diving
- Spelunking in Buyayao Cave
- Beach Camping
- Beach Hopping
- Explore the Forest Reserves
Suguicay Island
Suguicay Island Activities and Attractions:
- Go Banana Boating
- Get Your Adrenaline Pumping by Riding on a Flyfish Boat
- Parasailing
- Kayaking and Jet Skiing
- Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
- Beach Camping
Tambaron Island
The remarkable rocky mountainous island of Tambaron Island makes it easily one of the best islands of Bulalacao. It is also relatively more developed for tourists compared to its other counterparts. The island features Bali-inspired beach cabanas and rooms where visitors can spend the night with. It’s also well-loved because of its fine, white sand, calm and beautiful beach and coves, abundant marine biodiversity, and verdant forests.
Tambaron Island Activities and Attractions:
- Snorkeling
- An idyllic spot for beach bumming or beach camping
- Swim or dive in its rich waters
- Trekking to get into the island’s coves
- Bird-watching
- Witness a mesmerizing sunset view
Bulalacao Islands East Tour (Target Island, Silad Island, and Aslom Island)
Target Island
Address: Brgy. Milagrosa, Bulalacao, Oriental Mindoro
Target Island, also known as Alibatan Island, is a 5-hectare island that boasts a white beach, limestone cliffs, a spectacular lake found in the middle of the island, and cemented footpaths that loop the island. The island got its name because historically, bombing practices are made by the Americans in this place during World War II. This is evident in the bomb sites and jagged rocks you’ll come across when you explore the island. While getting to this stingray-shaped island might be a bit difficult due to rough sea even with fair weather, the paradise-like beauty of the island makes the entire journey worth undertaking.
- Cliff Diving
- Try scuba diving or snorkeling for an up-close view of the island’s underwater environment
- An exceptional site where you can enjoy frolicking on the beach without worrying about photobombers.
- With the island’s remote location it’s almost like you are renting the entire island to yourself
Silad Island
Address: Brgy. Milagrosa, Bulalacao, Oriental Mindoro
Located in the northwest of Alibatan Island, Silad Island takes pride in its gorgeous beach with crystal clear turquoise waters, creamy white sand, and a number of rock formations. This is complemented by the island’s striking underwater surroundings abundant with colorful reefs and marine life.
A bone-shaped tiny island, Silad has two corally beaches with white sandy shores. It is worth noting that the island has no other facilities since it’s deserted, has no potable water, and has no electricity. Due to its windy location and jagged terrains, the island is also not ideal for overnight stays. Still, overall, the Instagram-worthy view of the island makes it an excellent destination for island hopping together with Aslom Island and Target Island.
- Fantastic spot for both Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
- A trek on one of the hills in the island will reward you a stunning panoramic view of the island and the whole Bulalacao Bay
Aslom Island
Address: Brgy. Milagrosa, Bulalacao, Oriental Mindoro
Aslom Island is famed for its captivating crescent-shaped 500-meter sandbars of powdery white sands surrounded with pristine waters. Derived from the Cebuano word “aslom,” which translates into sour in English, due to the abundance of tamarind trees that bear the sour fruits on the island, the 12-hectare privately-owned Aslom Island is one of the major destinations when it comes to island hopping activities in Bulalacao. The island has three beaches and the beautiful curving sandbar, in my opinion, is its best attraction. Also, found in the southeastern part of this enchanting island is a big cave. Moreover, Aslom Island is among the islands closest to the Mindoro mainland, and since this is a private island, staying overnight on the island is not allowed.
- Snorkeling
- Great site for diving
- Sandbars are perfect for those who simply want to bask under the sun or laze off by the beach to destress
Other Attractions Not to be Missed
Bankal Port
Pocanil Rock Formation
Bagong Sikat Falls
Milagrosa Hilltop View Deck
Bulalacao, Oriental Mindoro - How to Get There
By Air
By Land and Sea
Visit Bulalacao, the Hidden Gem of Oriental Mindoro!
With its glowing trail of awe-inspiring untouched islands, Bulalacao is undoubtedly one of the best destinations in Oriental Mindoro waiting to be explored. If you’re into an ultimate beach bumming experience minus the crowd, or you simply want to unwind and commune with nature, traveling this remote municipality of Bulalacao offers you just that, and more.
Other than its beautiful islands, rich marine life, and breathtaking sceneries, this is the place where you can experience genuine hospitality, thanks to the amazing locals who are kind, welcoming, and are always ready to help.
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