Quick Summary:

  • The Philippines is home to numerous gorgeous beaches.
  • There is no shortage of places you can go to connect with nature, enjoy white sand, go for a swim, boat, fish, or just relax in the sun.
  • Some beaches are easily accessible while others are a bit more private, and others are islands for a truly personal experience.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Malamawi Island Basilan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Malamawi Island Basilan | Beaches in the Philippines
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2. Alona Beach Bohol ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Alona Beach Bohol | Beaches in the Philippines
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3. Diniwid Beach Boracay

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Diniwid Beach Boracay | Beaches in the Philippines
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4. Anguib Beach Cagayan

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Anguib Beach Cagayan | Beaches in the Philippines
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5. Puraran Beach Catanduanes

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Puraran Beach Catanduanes | Beaches in the Philippines
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6. Bantayan Island Cebu

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Bantayan Island Cebu | Beaches in the Philippines
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7. Bounty Beach Cebu

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Bounty Beach Cebu | Beaches in the Philippines
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8. Dahican Beach Davao Oriental

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Dahican Beach Davao Oriental | Beaches in the Philippines
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9. Bolobadiangan Island Iloilo

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Bolobadiangan Island Iloilo | Beaches in the Philippines
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10. Kalanggaman Island Leyte

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Kalanggaman Island Leyte | Beaches in the Philippines
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11. Manjuyod Sandbar Negros Oriental

Manjuyod Sandbar Negros Oriental | Beaches in the Philippines
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12. Biri Island Northern Samar

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Biri Island Northern Samar | Beaches in the Philippines
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13. Apo Reef Occidental Mindoro

Apo Reef Occidental Mindoro | Beaches in the Philippines
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14. Port Barton Palawan

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Port Barton Palawan | Beaches in the Philippines
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15. Secret Beach Palawan

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Secret Beach Palawan | Beaches in the Philippines
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16. Quiminatin Island Palawan

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Quiminatin Island Palawan | Beaches in the Philippines
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17. Malajon Island Palawan

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Malajon Island Palawan | Beaches in the Philippines
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18. Malcapuya Island Palawan

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Malcapuya Island Palawan | Beaches in the Philippines
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19. Patar Beach Pangasinan

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Patar Beach Pangasinan | Beaches in the Philippines
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20. Salagdoong Beach Siquijor

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Salagdoong Beach Siquijor | Beaches in the Philippines
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21. Subic Beach Sorsogon

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Subic Beach Sorsogon | Beaches in the Philippines
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22. Naked Island Surigao del Sur

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Naked Island Surigao del Sur | Beaches in the Philippines
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23. Buluan Island Zamboanga Sibugay

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Buluan Island Zamboanga Sibugay | Beaches in the Philippines
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24. Nacpan-Calitang Twin Beaches

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Nacpan-Calitang Twin Beaches | Beaches in the Philippines
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25. Matukad Island

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Matukad Island | Beaches in the Philippines
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