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Cagayancillo
Skip unless you are a diver booked on a Tubbataha liveaboard: the island has one fort and no tourist infrastructure. 0 nights.
Cagayancillo is a remote municipality of 31 islands in the Sulu Sea, closer to Negros than to mainland Palawan. Its only sight is the Spanish-era Cagayancillo Fort, and there are no hotels, restaurants or regular ferries. Almost all visitors are liveaboard divers heading to Tubbataha Reef, which is 30 km away. For anyone else, the effort to get here far outweighs what you can do.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- March–June (calm seas, dry)
- avoid July–October (southwest monsoon, rough seas)
- Airport
- none nearby
- Nights
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- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
- Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
- Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Cagayancillo911 ▾
- National emergency911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Cagayancillo, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Philippine pesos (₱) in small notes for jeepneys, market stalls, tips and taxis; malls and hotels take cards.Philippines-wide
- SIM or eSIMGlobe and Smart sell SIMs at airports; SIM registration with passport is required by law.Philippines-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations cheap.Philippines-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% if no service charge.Philippines-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Philippines-wide
- SafetyCagayancillo is safe but extremely isolated.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers911 National emergency
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- Getting aroundNo roads, no vehicles.
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- none nearby: arrive by land or via another city
Map of Cagayancillo
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Mar–Jun. Avoid: Jul–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Apr (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Cagayancillo: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
5 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
4 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
No roads, no vehicles. The main island is walkable in under an hour. To reach other islands you need a private boat.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park
goDoor to door: 3–5 days
Liveaboat from Puerto Princesa or Cagayancillo; no day trips
UNESCO World Heritage site. Only accessible by liveaboard; permits required.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
No tourist accommodation
There are no hotels or guesthouses. Liveaboard boats provide sleeping quarters. Some residents may offer a homestay, but nothing is bookable online.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₱500–1,000 (≈ US$9–18) (if staying with a local)
- Liveaboard
- ₱8,000–15,000 (≈ US$150–300) (all-inclusive, 3–5 days)
Trip budget
| Homestay (if available)1 × 1 night × ₱300 | ₱300 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₱500 | ₱500 |
| Private boat to nearby island1 × ₱3,000 · check | ₱3,000 |
| Buffer 20%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱760 |
| Trip total≈ ₱4,560 per person per day, bed included | ₱4,560≈ US$80 |
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2026 estimate in PHP. No accommodation or dining options exist; budget is for a local homestay if arranged.
Prices of common things
| Bottled water (1.5L)check | ₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Basic meal (if available)check | ₱100–200 (≈ US$2–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No ATMs, no shops, no medical facilities. Bring all cash, food, water and any medication.
- Mobile signal is weak or absent. Download offline maps and inform someone of your plans.
- The fort is overgrown and not maintained; enter at your own risk.
Emergency numbers
- National emergency
- 911
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Emergency
- National emergency911
Embassy
No embassy or consulate on Cagayancillo. Nearest is the US Embassy in Manila.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Puerto Princesa to Cagayancillo (boat): No scheduled service; charter only, about ₱30,000–50,000 (≈ US$550–900) one way (check)
Say or show
- Kumusta — Hello (koo-moos-tah)
- Salamat — Thank you (sah-lah-maht)
- Magkano? — How much? (mag-kah-noh)
- Nasaan ang bangka? — Where is the boat? (nah-sah-ahn ahng bahng-kah)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Cagayancillo. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: March–June (calm seas, dry) · avoid July–October (southwest monsoon, rough seas) · month by month →
- 0 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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