Panglao Island

Panglao is an island in the Philippines with world-class diving and many tourist resorts. The resorts and other tourist facilities are concentrated in the Alona Beach area, but there are some other tourist areas and beaches scattered around the rest of the island.

Muslim Friendly Cities in Panglao Island

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Municipalities

For administration and the island is divided into two roughly equal-sized municipalities, each with a small town as its center. has an article for each:

• Dauis GPS 9.6241002,123.8653508, on the northeast, right across the bridge from Tagbilaran
• Panglao Town GPS 9.579142,123.7466207, on the southwest

Beaches

There are also beach towns around the island, particularly in the south. While these are in the municipal regions listed above, many of them are separate enough from the municipal towns and have enough tourism to get their own eHalal Travel Guide.

• Alona Beach GPS 9.548845,123.772002 on the southeast coast is the island's most popular tourist destination. Many visitors to the island spend all their time in just this area. Administratively it is within Panglao Municipality, but eHalal.io treats it in a separate eHalal Travel Guide.
• Bolod GPS 9.555794,123.802217 and {{Marker|type=city Libaong GPS 9.562807,123.809656 are east of Alona Beach; they are covered in the Bolod and Libaong|Bolod and Libaong eHalal Travel Guide.
• Momo Beach GPS 9.600088,123.753427 is considerably less developed and less hectic than Alona. It is just east of Panglao Town and we cover it in the town eHalal Travel Guide.
• Danao Beach GPS 9.547677,123.752281 is between Alona Beach and Panglao Town, and it is covered in a separate eHalal Travel Guide.

Other destinations

Nearby islands

All of these islands can be visited on a separate tour or as part of dolphin watching or island hopping ones.

• Balicasag Island 9.517359, 123.684447 - Island 8 kilometers offshore from Alona beach.

• Virgin Island - Pontod Island | 9.559361, 123.721640 west of Panglao Town

• Pamilacan island 9.493, 123.919869 - Tour there is more expensive among other islands, prices start at ₱3000 per boat (2023), as they say, it's a more authentic experience, where dolphins and whale sharks can be seen wild and not in a artificial environments like in Oslob where animals got attracted to the place by being fed by local residents.

Travel to Panglao Island

Panglao is often reached via Tagbilaran and the capital of Bohol Province, where there is a ferry terminal. Tagbilaran on the larger Bohol Island and Dausis on Panglao Island are separated by a narrow strait, and there is a bridge between them. You can also fly directly to Panglao which has the province's main airport.

By ferry

Most visitors reach Bohol via the large modern ferry terminal in Tagbilaran. The most common embarkation point is Cebu City; see the Tagbilaran#By_boat|Tagbilaran

Travel Guide for details on that, and for boats from other places.

A taxi from the ferry terminal will cost ₱500-600, whilst the amazing local Philippines#By_tricycle|tricycles will set you back ₱250-300 to Alona Beach on the far end of the island. The latter is the most enjoyable of rides and takes 25-30 min.

Philippines#By_jeepney|Jeepney ride is ₱25 per person, but first you have to get to the jeepney stop where they leave to Alona Beach.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Panglao Island

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• Panglao Airport - 9.566667, 123.775- A new airport, large enough for international flights using large aircraft. It is expected to handle many charter flights for package holiday companies. Until this airport opened Cebu Airport was the only one in the nation close to beach resorts and capable of handling these flights.

When Panglao Airport opened in November 2018 and the older and much smaller Tagbilaran Airport was shut down the same day.

How to get around in Panglao Island

The island has two primary streets; the Circumferential Road circles the island near the coast while the Dauis-Panglao Road goes lengthwise through the center of the island to connect the two main towns.

Tricycles and habal-habal (motorcycle taxies) are abundant, with prices ₱20-50 for a ride. Frequent jeepneys cruise the island with rides as low as ₱15.

What to see in Panglao Island

In the highly developed Alona Beach area where many of the tourists stay, al-tours/ tours can be organised to various diving sites.

• Hinagdanan cave 9.625286, 123.798733 ₱50 - There is a tiny lagoon inside a coral cave. Enjoy a dip in a fresh water. The cave is completely dark and the guides have a flashlight. The admission is around ₱20. To get here, you can take a bus or mini van towards Panglao island from Tagbilaran. If you tell them you are going to Hinagdanan cave and they will know what intersection to drop you off at.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Panglao Island

• Massages are available on the beach. ₱350 for an hour Swedish massage.

Muslim Friendly Food & Restaurants in Panglao Island

If you want to experience something memorable, although short lived, try the fish; it is some of the best in the Philippines.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Panglao Island

Panglao Island - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Panglao Island, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Panglao Island. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Panglao Island and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Panglao Island. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Panglao Island. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inPanglao Island: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Panglao Island.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Panglao Island: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Panglao Island, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Panglao Island.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Panglao Island, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Panglao Island, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Panglao Island and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Panglao Island, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Panglao Island, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Panglao Island without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Panglao Island is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Panglao Island.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Panglao Island is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Panglao Island, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Panglao Island Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

At peak times, like Christmas and Easter, it is quite difficult to find accommodation unless you have booked well in advance.

Travel Next

The entire island of Bohol is right next to Panglao, with Tagbilaran city lying just over the bridge connecting two islands. Bohol's main tourist attractions are tarsiers (rare small primates) near Corella, and the Bohol#The_Chocolate_Hills|Chocolate Hills. Tours to either are readily available from Tagbilaran, and many of the hotels on Panglao can make arrangements for them.

Anda is another beach destination on Bohol, quieter and less crowded than Panglao.

Other places are easily reached by ferry from Bohol, mostly from Tagbilaran. Two nearby and much less tourist islands are Camiguin (ferry from Jagna) and Siquijor. Cities that are popular tourist destinations are Metro Cebu and Dumaguete.

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