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Sabtang Island
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Why it ranks
The smaller inhabited island south of Batan, listed by the Batanes Provincial Heritage and Tourism Office as one of the province's six destinations with its own Sabtang tour itinerary; it is known for the Ivatan stone-house villages of Savidug and Chavayan and the Chamantad-Tinyan viewpoint.
Don't miss: Walk through Chavayan village and stop at the Chamantad-Tinyan viewpoint.
Best for: Visitors who want traditional Ivatan stone houses and vakul headgear in a village setting, as a day trip from Basco.
Good to know: The faluwa boat crossing from Ivana depends on sea conditions and is usually in the morning with a return in the early afternoon; register at the Sabtang tourism office on arrival.
Key facts
| Type | island |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | ₱ |
| Best season | Mar–Jun |
| How to get there | Fly to Basco, drive 30 minutes to Ivana Port, then a 30–45 minute faluwa boat crossing to Sabtang |
Score breakdown
| Signal | Points | How it was calculated |
|---|---|---|
| Reviews · 45% weight | 9/45 |
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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 | 11.3/25 |
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| Unverified details | −5 | Some details are not yet independently verified |
| Evidence points | 15/100 | #1 in Islands & island hopping, Anawangin Cove, has 54 points |
| Score | 66 | 60 + 39 × (15 ÷ 54)1.5 · How the category score works |
Licences, accreditation & registrations
No licence or accreditation on record yet.
Address
Sabtang Island, Batanes (boats from Ivana Port, Batan Island) (approximate map position)
Evidence & sources
- breathtakingbatanes.com — Official Batanes tourism site (Provincial Heritage and Tourism Office): Sabtang listed among the six destinations with a Sabtang Island tour itinerary and visitor registration portal
Links
FAQ
Where is Sabtang Island?
Sabtang Island is at Sabtang Island, Batanes (boats from Ivana Port, Batan Island).
How much is the entrance fee at Sabtang Island?
₱. Fees are set locally and change; confirm before you go.
How do I get to Sabtang Island?
Fly to Basco, drive 30 minutes to Ivana Port, then a 30–45 minute faluwa boat crossing to Sabtang
How is Sabtang Island ranked?
Sabtang Island has a category score of 66 (15 evidence points) and ranks #9 for islands & island hopping in the Philippines on our editorial methodology. Payment never affects rank.
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