Travel Guide to Willy's Rock, Boracay, Philippines

Getting to Boracay

To visit Willy's Rock, you must first make your way to the island paradise of Boracay. Access to Boracay is typically via airplane or ferry.

By Air:

Step 1: Fly to either Caticlan (Godofredo P. Ramos Airport) or Kalibo International Airport. Flights are available from Manila, Cebu, and other major cities in the Philippines. Caticlan is the closer airport to Boracay, only 5-10 minutes away from the jetty port.

Step 2: From Caticlan Airport, you can walk or take a tricycle to the jetty port. From Kalibo Airport, you can take a bus or van to Caticlan Jetty Port, with the travel time approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.

Step 3: At Caticlan Jetty Port, purchase a ticket for the boat that will take you to Boracay. The boat ride is about 15 minutes.

By Sea:

Option 1: You can take a Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) ferry from Batangas Port to Caticlan. The travel time is about 9-10 hours.

Option 2: Another option is to take a ferry from Manila to Caticlan with travel time varying on the service chosen.

Reaching Willy's Rock

Once on Boracay Island, Willy's Rock is easily accessible as it is one of the main attractions on the island.

Step 1: From Boracay's main jetty port in Cagban, you can hire a tricycle or ride an electric-powered "e-trike" to go to Station 1 of White Beach. The journey takes about 15 to 20 minutes depending on traffic.

Step 2: Willy's Rock is a famous landmark located directly in front of Willy's Beach Club Hotel at Station 1. It's a short walk from most accommodations located along White Beach.

Additional Information

• Best Time to Visit: The ideal time is during the dry season from November to May, when the weather is sunny and the sea is calm.
• Tidal Considerations: Willy's Rock can be approached on foot during low tide. During high tide, it becomes partially submerged.
• No Entrance Fee: Visiting Willy's Rock is free of charge.