The Masbate guide
Written from real, current information — and updated as things change. Start with the islands, or jump straight to the good stuff.
The map
Every place worth the trip — filter by type, tap a pin to open its guide.
Masbate Island
Rodeo country, empty beaches and the province's beating heart.
Ticao Island
Manta rays, a waterfall that falls into the sea, and baby sharks.
Burias Island
Sandbars, sculpted islets and the quietest corner of Masbate.
Masbate City
Port town, cowboy capital, gateway to the islands.
Manta Bowl
Swimming with giants in Ticao Pass — the full dive guide.
Rodeo Masbateño
Inside the Philippines' only real rodeo, every April.
Palani Beach
The long white beach nobody's heard of, out west in Balud.
Where to swim near the city
Buntod sandbar, Bituon, Johnny's, Presidential Beach — the local rotation.
Restaurants in Masbate City
The tables locals recommend — with real prices.
Street food, markets & vendors
Isabella's lechon, the night market, the fish port at dawn.
Bagat-Dagat Festival
Dragon boats, fireworks and reggae on the Cataingan lagoon, every June.
Festivals & events calendar
Rodeo, crab feasts and the seagull dance — month by month.
History, language & culture
Baybayin stones, galleons, gold rushes — and why locals speak Bisaya.
Planning the trip?
Flights, ferries and buses — with schedules we actually keep up to date.