Bislig Beach

The prevalent wind at Bislig Beach is the Amihan, the northeast monsoon, which blows consistently from November to April. This wind typically comes in cross-onshore to onshore directions, making for straightforward launching and landing. During the peak Amihan season, wind speeds generally range from 15 to 25 knots, with stronger days seeing gusts up to 30 knots. The wind usually fills in by late morning, often around 10:00 AM, builds steadily through the afternoon, and can hold strong until sunset. The Amihan is a regional gradient wind system, driven by the high-pressure system over Siberia and the low-pressure system near the equator. As it crosses the open ocean, it picks up strength and consistency. The local topography, with green jungle hills flanking the bay, helps to funnel and stabilize the wind, creating a relatively laminar flow over the water. The water state inside the bay is generally flat, providing a large area of shallow water for approximately 200 to 300 meters offshore, depending on the tide. Beyond this flat water section, a reef creates a consistent wave break. The waves breaking on the reef are typically medium-sized, often reaching 1 to 1.5 meters, offering good kickers and swells for jumping and riding.

Bislig Beach is a secluded area, approximately 15 km from the town center of Bulalacao. Bulalacao is a small, quiet municipality in Oriental Mindoro, primarily known as a jump-off point for island hopping to nearby islands like Suguicay and Liwagao. The town offers basic amenities, including small local eateries serving Filipino cuisine. There are no large commercial establishments or fast-food chains. The area is not a bustling tourist hub, which contributes to its relaxed atmosphere. On no-wind days, activities often revolve around exploring the surrounding islands, snorkeling, or experiencing the local culture. The presence of the Hanunuo Mangyan tribe in the region means there are opportunities to learn about their traditional crafts and way of life, such as their intricate weaving and unique syllabic script. The pace of life is slow, and the focus is on nature and local interactions.

Getting to Bislig Beach requires some travel planning. The nearest commercial airport is San Jose Airport (SJI) in Occidental Mindoro, approximately 44 km away. From San Jose, a private van transfer to Bislig Beach can be arranged, costing around 2,500 PHP. Another common route is to fly into Caticlan Airport (MPH), the gateway to Boracay, and then take a FastCat ferry to Bulalacao Port. The ferry journey from Caticlan to Bulalacao takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and costs between 780 PHP and 1,188 PHP, with daily departures typically at 3:00 AM and 3:00 PM. From Bulalacao Port, Bislig Beach is another 15 km, requiring a tricycle or van transfer that takes about 30–45 minutes. Without a pre-arranged transfer or private vehicle, getting around can be challenging due to the remote location and limited public transport options directly to the beach.

Instructions to get there from Boracay / Caticlan
If you fly to Manila and from there to Caticlan (multiple flights every hour), then you can hop on the Fastcat ferry, which is on every day at 3 am and 3 pm . Once you arrive at the ferry ,grab a tricycle from the pier to Bislig beach- its 500 PHP per Tricycle and a tricycle can for sure transport 2 people and bags, so dont let them tell you , that you need one tricycle per person.

Instructions to get there from Clark / Airport
From NAIA to Clark: Look for the Genesis P2P bus at the designated pickup points in each terminal (1, 2, or 3) https://www.p2pbus.ph/schedules/naia-terminal-3-clark-airport

Travel Time: The trip is around 2 to 2.5 hours.

Cost: Fares typically range from PHP 380 to PHP 450, depending on the NAIA terminal and air-conditioning.

Dropping Point: The bus will drop you off directly at the Clark International Airport terminal.

Flights to San Jose Mindoro from Clark with Cebupacificair are on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. From San Jose we can organise a private van to take you from the airport all the way to Bislig beach for 2500 PHP. If other people arrive at the same time you can share.

Instructions to get there from Coron

Of course you could fly to Coron through Manila or Cebu, but there is an easy way to and from Coron: Bunsotransport is a ferry that connects Coron and San Jose Mindoro.

Coron, Palawan to San Jose, Mindoro - Mondays and Fridays only, 8:00AM departure

San Jose, Mindoro to Coron, Palawan - Tuesdays and Saturdays only, 9:00AM departure.

You can book it online or before departure at the harbour. The ferry ride is depending on wind and waves 6-8 hours but you have lunch and a bunkbed included in the ticket, so the trip is easy. 

From San Jose we can organise a private Van to Bislig or you hop on the public bus or van to Bulalacao

Ferrybooking: https://biyaheroes.com