A laid-back 4-day Batanes itinerary
A realistic day-by-day route covering North Batan, South Batan, and a Sabtang island hop.
Hi! I'm Mara —
I'm exploring every corner of Batanes
Welcome to Exploring Batanes! I started this blog after my first windswept trip to the islands, completely unprepared and completely in love. Here I share honest guides, photo stories, and everything I wish I'd known before chasing those rolling hills and lighthouse sunsets.
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The complete 2026 Batanes travel guide
Everything I wish I'd known before my first trip to Batanes — when to go, how to get there from Manila, how many days you really need, and the route that takes you through Batan, Sabtang, and Itbayat without burning out. A slow-travel itinerary written for first-timers.
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