Travel to KALANGGAMAN ISLAND: The virgin Island of Palompon Leyte, Philippines

Kalanggaman Island is located in the Western part of Leyte. This is also known as the most beautiful beach Palompon Leyte has to offer. It is so-called the “Virgin Island”; having the turquoise sea, crystal clear water and a very fine white sand.

Kalanggaman Island has one of the longest sandbars among the other white sand island in the Philippines. It has sandbar on both sides resembling to the wings of a bird making it look like a bird in an aerial view. That is the reason why its name is “Kalanggaman” (langgam in Cebuano means bird).

Photo from the official Kalanggaman twitter acount.

I’ve been to the Island four times already and I still want to go there again and again. Unlike the other beach resorts, Kalanggaman is not always crowded. When you get here, especially if it is not the peak season, you’ll feel like you’re the owner of this beautiful Island. You can do everything you want including swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and of course you can take the best shots this Island has to offer. Selfie lovers will surely like this Island. 😁

Kalanggaman Island sand bar.

Kalanggaman Island Philippines

Kalanggaman Island sunset 💕

Planning to go to Kalanggaman Island?

The very first thing to do if you are planning to visit this pristine Island is to call first Palompon’s Ecotours Office for reservation of pump boat. If you are 10 pax and more you can book one pump boat but if you are only less than 10, you can ask the officer if you can arrange to share a boat with other passengers to save money and you can also ask for other important inquiries.

Sample picture of pump boat going to Kalanggaman Island.

You can contact the Palompon Ecotours Office through the following numbers:

Landline: +63 (053) 555-9731 

Mobile 1: +63 926 816 4005

Mobile 2: +63 926 816 4007

Or you may check out their website (www.palompon-leyte.gov.ph)

In order for you to go to Kalanggaman Island, you need to go to Palompon, Leyte.

How to go to Palompon Leyte from Metro Cebu?

There are these shipping lines that travel directly to Palompon Leyte from Cebu and vice versa.

• Super Shuttle Ferry (Bogo, Cebu – Palompon Leyte)
• Cokaliong Shipping Lines, Inc. (Cebu City – Palompon Leyte)
• Medallion (Cebu City - Palompon Leyte) 

How to go to Palompon from Tacloban City?

There are vans from Tacloban going to Palompon Leyte. You just need to go to Tacloban New Bus Terminal in Brgy. Abucay. Ask where the vans are that will go to Palompon, Leyte. Travel time from Tacloban to Palompon is approximately 3 hours. The fare per person is Php 150.

View their trip schedules here.

Palompon Ecotours Office (Photo from FAQph)

Once you arrive in Palompon, it is mandatory for tourists to register first at Palompon Ecotours Office and pay the necessary fees. The office is located in front of Liberty Park near the Municipal Hall of Palompon. You can ride a bike called Potpot (you will be able to see them all over the town) going to Liberty Park for only 5php per person. The pump boats are just anchored at the back of Eco-tours office. Once you are done with the registration, paying for the fees and the pumb boat is ready, then you are good to go.

Sikad aka Pot-pot (cto)

💡Please bring your IDs with you so that you can avail the discount.👍

Day Tour Rates

• Ø  International Tourists – Php 500
• Ø  Non-Palompon Tourists – Php 150
• Ø  Non-Palompon College Student Tourists – Php 40
• Ø  Non-Palompon High-school Student Tourists – Php 30
• Ø  Non-Palompon Elementary Student Tourists – Php 20
• Ø  Non-Palompon Senior Citizen Tourists – Php 120

Overnight Camping Rates

• Ø  International Tourists – Php 750
• Ø  Non-Palompon Tourist – Php 225
• Ø  Non-Palompon College Student Tourists – Php 60
• Ø  Non-Palompon High-school Student Tourists – Php 45
• Ø  Non-Palompon Elementary Students – Php 30
• Ø  Non-Palompon Senior Citizens – Php 180

Photo from Klanggaman-island.com

Pump boat rental

Php 3,000 – for 15 pax maximum
Php 3,500 – for 25 pax maximum Php 4,000 – for 30 pax maximum

Boat ride from this point to Kalanggaman Island takes about an hour. If the sun is out during your travel, make sure to bring your sunnies.

Once you arrive at the Island, you need to look for a beautiful spot where you feel comfortable since you will be staying in the Island for a little while. I usually look for a spot where there is a a shade of the tree since it will really be sunny during noon time. 

Prepare your tents, if you have any. You can rent chairs and tables. Don't worry there will be people who will help you, they are really approachable. And if you need something or if you have questions, just feel free to approach them. They usually stay in the coast guard station.

Now it's time for you to enjoy the beach. In going home, make sure to keep your area clean. Yes, there are people assigned to do the cleaning but let us also be a responsible tourist here. 😊

Kalanggaman Island

Planning to stay overnight in Kalanggaman Island? Visit this page.
Want to know the schedule of trips going to Palompon Leyte? Read here.
Want to stay overnight in Palompon Leyte? Read here.
Travel tips when going to Kalanggaman Island. Read here.