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Gigantes Islands (Islas de Gigantes)
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Why it ranks
Island group off Carles in northern Iloilo known for Cabugao Gamay viewpoint, Tangke saltwater lagoon and scallop-based seafood.
Don't miss: Island-hop to Cabugao Gamay and Tangke Lagoon and eat scallops on the beach.
Best for: Island-hoppers who want a less-developed alternative to Boracay from Iloilo City.
Good to know: Boats and a Carles tourism registration/environmental fee are arranged at Bancal Port; crossings are suspended in rough seas, so build in a buffer day during Jun–Oct.
Key facts
| Type | island |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | Carles tourism/environmental fee plus boat share; not published on pages opened |
| Best season | Nov–May |
| How to get there | Van or bus from Iloilo City to Carles (about 3–4 hours), then boat from Bancal Port (about 1.5 hours). |
| TripAdvisor | ★ 4.6 · 244 reviews |
Score breakdown
| Signal | Points | How it was calculated |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews · 45% weight | 33/45 |
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| Credentials · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Track record · 15% weight | 0/15 |
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| Transparency · 25% weight | 17.5/25 |
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| Unverified details | −5 | Some details are not yet independently verified |
| Evidence points | 46/100 | #1 in Islands & island hopping, Anawangin Cove, has 54 points |
| Score | 91 | 60 + 39 × (46 ÷ 54)1.5 · How the category score works |
Licences, accreditation & registrations
No licence or accreditation on record yet.
Address
Islas de Gigantes, Carles, Iloilo
Evidence & sources
- tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g294245-Activities-oa90-Philippines.html — TripAdvisor Philippines attractions ranking (#100 Gigante Island): rating 4.6/5 from 244 reviews, seen 2026-11-04
- tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g294245-Activities-Philippines.html — TripAdvisor Philippines attractions index page (Islands category)
- google.com/maps/place/Islas+de+Gigantes/@11.5999998,123.34,15z/data=!3 — Google Maps place page opened 2026-11-04: place name and coordinates from the page URL; the panel did not render, so no rating recorded
FAQ
Where is Gigantes Islands (Islas de Gigantes)?
Gigantes Islands (Islas de Gigantes) is at Islas de Gigantes, Carles, Iloilo.
How much is the entrance fee at Gigantes Islands (Islas de Gigantes)?
Carles tourism/environmental fee plus boat share; not published on pages opened. Fees are set locally and change; confirm before you go.
How do I get to Gigantes Islands (Islas de Gigantes)?
Van or bus from Iloilo City to Carles (about 3–4 hours), then boat from Bancal Port (about 1.5 hours).
How is Gigantes Islands (Islas de Gigantes) ranked?
Gigantes Islands (Islas de Gigantes) has a category score of 91 (46 evidence points) and ranks #8 for islands & island hopping in the Philippines on our editorial methodology. Payment never affects rank.
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