Guimaras

Guimaras is a small island province in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It is in the strait between two larger islands, Panay and Negros.

Guimaras Halal Explorer

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Guimaras is south of Panay and north of Negros. It is close to Iloilo City and was once administered as part of Iloilo Province but is now treated as a separate province. It is one of the smaller provinces, with a land area just over 600 km² (233 mi²) and population around 175,000 as of the 2015 census.

The island is well known for its sweet mangoes, which are one of the main income sources for most families.

Other Muslim friendly Cities in Guimaras

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• Jordan - Pronounced as Hor-dan, it is the provincial capital of Guimaras.

Travel as a Muslim to Guimaras

Take a 15-minute boat ride from Iloilo City to Jordan. Be careful, because there are two ports in Iloilo that have boats going to Guimaras. One goes to Buenavista and the other one is in Jordan. The port going to Jordan is located in Ortiz (near SM Delgado and Robinson's Place) and can be reached by cab. As of August 2022, pumpboat fares going to Jordan cost ₱14.

How to get around in Guimaras

Upon arriving in Jordan port, proceed to the Tourism Center just a few meters from the drop-off point. From there, you can ask for assistance about good lodgings and how to get around. There are also several mini-van and tricycle drivers who offer tour rides.

There are several driver-guides who can be contacted prior to arriving in Guimaras:

• Lindon Monreal - ☎ +63 948 927 2661

What to see in Guimaras

• Balaan Bukid Shrine - Balaang Bukid Shrine Trail, Jordan - Hike to the 14 stations of the cross. Take a ferry bound for Jordan Wharf in Ortiz Port (Iloilo City). From Jordan Wharf, take a tricycle ride to the foot of Balaan Bukid. It's a 30-45 min hike to the top. During the Holy Week (Easter), there are special trips that transport visitors directly to the foot of Balaan Bukid.

• Guisi Light House - From Guisi Beach, follow a trail 15 minutes uphill to the Guisi Lighthouse for a great view of the beach. At the top of the hill are the ruins of a Spanish-colonial outpost and the rotting remains of the metal lighthouse structure.

• Trappist Monastery
• Mango Plantations

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Guimaras

• Beaches

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Guimaras

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There is a souvenir shop located beside the Guimaras Provincial Capitol where you can buy local delicacies.

The best time to buy mangoes is during summer time (mid-April).

Halal Restaurants in Guimaras

Guimaras' pride are is its mangoes which are known to be among the sweetest. Mangoes are grown in such massive numbers that they are made into dried mangoes, jam and surprisingly, mango ketchup.

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Muslim Friendly hotels in Guimaras

• Valle Varde Mountain Resort Ravina Norte Sibunag Check-in: 1PM / Check-out: noon ₱650 per day Fan double room with own bathroom. Has a nice swimming pool.

• J Monday Backpackers Hometel JTM Building San Miguel Check-in: 2PM / Check-out: noon ₱995 per day Fan double room with own bathroom and cable TV.

• Small Wings Pension Inn Sam Miguel Jordan Check-in: 1PM / Check-out: noon ₱995 per day A/C double room with own bathroom and cable TV.

Explore more Halal Friendly Destinations from Guimaras

Nearly anyone leaving Guimaras will start with a ferry ride to Iloilo (city) | Iloilo City. There are no other routes unless you have your own boat or charter one.

Iloilo has an airport, a seaport, and bus connections to anywhere on Panay. It serves as a regional transport hub; from there you can reach anywhere in the Philippines and there are a few international flights as well. One popular destination is the resort island of Boracay, just off Panay and reachable starting with a bus journey from Iloilo to Kalibo.

A short ferry ride from Iloilo gets you to Bacolod, capital of Negros Occidental; from there you can easily reach anywhere on Negros Island or continue to the main urban hub of the entire Visayas region, Metro Cebu.

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