HomeIloiloIloilo ProvinceNorthern IloiloCarlesGigantes11 Best Things to Do in Gigantes 2215 sharesWhat to do and where to go in Gigantes? Start exploring with our list of Gigantes’ best things to do, tourist spots, and attractions. By ExploreIloilo.com. Updated on June 7, 2016.What to do and where to go in Gigantes? Start exploring with our list of Gigantes’ best things to do, tourist spots, and attractions.1. Go Island HoppingView of Cabugao Gamay on an island hopping tour in Gigantes.A visit to Gigantes is not complete without taking an island hopping tour to see its magnificent beaches and islands. It takes half a day, at least, to visit the main sites, which includes Cabugao Gamay Island, Tangke, Antonia Beach, Bantigue Island, and Pawikan Cave.Further readings: Gigantes travel guide, How to get to & around Gigantes.2. Enjoy Pristine BeachesCrystal clear waters surrounding Bantigue Island.3. Feast on Fresh SeafoodScallops shells sold in Bantigue Island.You can look forward to cheap and fresh seafood in Gigantes, unofficially known as the scallops capital of the Philippines. The islands are also known for its odd-shaped Wasay-wasay shell and abundant in fish, squid, crabs, shrimp among other aquatic delights. Prices of seafood here and in Estancia are more affordable than the cities of Iloilo and Roxas, and definitely a lot cheaper than Manila or Boracay.4. Swim at TangkeTangke Lagoon during High Tide.This small yet beautiful salt water lagoon hides behind tall rock cliffs along the coast of Gigantes Sur. Take a dip at Tangke, then look up towards the sky and see if you can find a star shape formed by the rock formations that totally surround the calm emerald-colored pool. Be sure to visit during high tide when Tangke is most enchanting.5. Take a Selfie at Cabugaw Gamay IslandThe famous Cabugao Island view.A tiny island with a picturesque white sand beach and calm waters perfect for swimming. Climb the rocks at the far end of the beach to get a great overlooking view of the island. This view is the most photographed in Gigantes.6. Relax at Antonia BeachPicnic area at Antonia BeachA beautiful white sand beach found at a secluded corner of Gigantes Sur. The waters surrounding Antonia turns into a mesmerizing turquoise color under sunny morning skies. It is an excellent place for swimming, picnics, and beach camping.7. Visit the Old Lighthouse RuinsRemains of the old lighthouse in Gigantes Norte.Ruins of a Spanish-colonial lighthouse found at the northern shore of Gigantes Norte Island. Climbing to the top of the modern lighthouse that stands beside it affords a breathtaking view of the sea.8. Explore Mystical CavesEntrance chamber of Pawikan Cave in Gigantes Sur.The islands are home to many caves hidden behind steep rock formations and cliffs. It is said that the island chain got its name from over-sized coffins found at Bakwitan Cave in Gigantes Norte that contained gigantic sets of human bones. Many of these like Pawikan Cave have spacious caverns that can be easily explored. Upon entering the mouth of the cave, visitors are greeted with a large entrance chamber aptly lit by natural atriums or openings at the cave ceiling.9. Rock ScramblingView of Bantigue and Cabugao Islands from the Boulevard Viewpoint.A very steep rocky trail in Gigantes Sur leads to the top of the row of limestone cliffs that the locals call as the “Boulevard.” This high vantage point provides a 360-degree view of Gigantes group of islands and the Visayan sea.10. Visit Bantigue IslandBantique Island’s sandbar during low tideThis tiny island has a rather long sandbar that emerges during low tide. Island has one of the clearest waters in Gigantes that is perfect for swimming. Go to the cluster of houses on the main part of the island and check if the locals have freshly steamed scallops ready for serving.11. Explore Northern IloiloPan de Azucar Island’s towering Mt. Manaphag seen from Agho Island in Concepcion.Gigantes has a lot more islands and beaches worth visiting that are rarely seen by tourists if you want to go even further off the beat track. Actually, the larger area of Northern Iloilo has more island groups if you’re left wanting for more pieces of paradise. Head to the white sandy shores of Sicogon Island found an hour away by boat from Gigantes or Concepcion’s group of islands, particularly the islands of Agho, Pan de Azucar, and Bulubadiangan (Sandbar) Island.Discover more Gigantes travel guides, places to stay, and tourist spots.Don’t leave yet. There’s more!Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment *Name * Email * Website ΔThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.Comments Cheeny saysSeptember 15, 2017 at 2:31 pmHi Marcos thanks for the virtual tour. Its really informative. me and my husband are planning to visit next year first week of march maybe for 5 days. Do you have any suggestion on how we can start our tour? Or any recommendation on how much it will cost us for the island tours at Gigantes or the entire tour. Thanks for your help. ?Reply grace saysMarch 15, 2016 at 6:29 amIs rock climbing part of the tour that you can ask for your Guide or something that you can just do on your own while exploring the island?Reply Anna saysJanuary 2, 2016 at 8:49 amHi I stumbled in your site and found very informative. :) However I just have one question, do you happen to know what time is the last trip (passenger boats) from port going to Gigantes? As we will arrive in Roxas Airport at 12 noon. I am wondering if it’s possible for us to catch the last trip going to the Island. Hoping for your answer and suggestions. Thank you so much Sir and Have a Happy happy new year! :-D – AnnaReply verna saysJanuary 2, 2016 at 4:57 amHi! Can I have you itinerary on that (Gigantes Island)? I would love to visit all the places written on your blog. We’ll go there this January 2016. Thanks in advance! :)Reply sheriel saysDecember 16, 2015 at 11:08 amhi marcos! me & my friend planned to visit isla de gigantes next year. our scheduled trip was on feb 19-22, 2016 via iloilo airport (we are from Davao) can we possibly visit isla gigantes for 2 days & 1 night?? if yes, can you suggest Best Affordable Gigantes Islands Tour Packages?. Thanks much! merry xmas in advance!Reply merigold yu saysDecember 8, 2015 at 1:11 pmhi marcos. i’m planning to go to iloilo next year. i’m thinking if i should go to gigantes and guimaras. but i only have 3 full days. do you think it would be possible?Reply Marcos Detourist saysDecember 15, 2015 at 1:15 amHey merigold. That’s too short to visit both destinations.Reply
Cheeny saysSeptember 15, 2017 at 2:31 pmHi Marcos thanks for the virtual tour. Its really informative. me and my husband are planning to visit next year first week of march maybe for 5 days. Do you have any suggestion on how we can start our tour? Or any recommendation on how much it will cost us for the island tours at Gigantes or the entire tour. Thanks for your help. ?Reply
grace saysMarch 15, 2016 at 6:29 amIs rock climbing part of the tour that you can ask for your Guide or something that you can just do on your own while exploring the island?Reply
Anna saysJanuary 2, 2016 at 8:49 amHi I stumbled in your site and found very informative. :) However I just have one question, do you happen to know what time is the last trip (passenger boats) from port going to Gigantes? As we will arrive in Roxas Airport at 12 noon. I am wondering if it’s possible for us to catch the last trip going to the Island. Hoping for your answer and suggestions. Thank you so much Sir and Have a Happy happy new year! :-D – AnnaReply
verna saysJanuary 2, 2016 at 4:57 amHi! Can I have you itinerary on that (Gigantes Island)? I would love to visit all the places written on your blog. We’ll go there this January 2016. Thanks in advance! :)Reply
sheriel saysDecember 16, 2015 at 11:08 amhi marcos! me & my friend planned to visit isla de gigantes next year. our scheduled trip was on feb 19-22, 2016 via iloilo airport (we are from Davao) can we possibly visit isla gigantes for 2 days & 1 night?? if yes, can you suggest Best Affordable Gigantes Islands Tour Packages?. Thanks much! merry xmas in advance!Reply
merigold yu saysDecember 8, 2015 at 1:11 pmhi marcos. i’m planning to go to iloilo next year. i’m thinking if i should go to gigantes and guimaras. but i only have 3 full days. do you think it would be possible?Reply
Marcos Detourist saysDecember 15, 2015 at 1:15 amHey merigold. That’s too short to visit both destinations.Reply