Tagbilaran City is the main entrance of the Bohol provincial island and the capital of the province. Also known as "City of Peace and Friendship", Tagbilaran is a relatively small city of the island. Meanwhile, Masbate is one of the provinces in the Philippines that consist of 3 islands. Masbate Island is the largest of three major islands. The other two major islands are namely Ticao Island and Burias Island. AirAsia, Philippines Airlines (Operated by PAL Express) and Cebu Pacific (Operated by Cebgo) offer connecting flights from Tagbilaran to Masbate via Manila. Alternatively, you may get to Masbate by boat. There are a few small islands around Masbate, a great opportunity for you to explore mother nature. If you just want to stroll around the small-town Masbate, you may include a visit to the capitol, ancestral buildings, and Masbate Cathedral.

Best time to fly from Tagbilaran, Bohol to Masbate

The best time to fly to Masbate is during the driest months between February to May. These months recorded the lowest precipitation so you may enjoy outdoor activities such as island hopping.

Main airports available in Tagbilaran, Bohol and Masbate

Bohol-Panglao International Airport - The airport is the main entry by air transportation to the provincial island of Bohol. Located in the City of Peace and Friendship, Tagbilaran, the newly open airport operates to replace the old terminal at Tagbilaran Airport located in the downtown area. Air Asia, Air Juan, Cebu Pacific, Philippine Airlines offer domestic flights to Manila, Boracay, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu City, Davao, and Angeles. In addition, Philippine Airlines offers international flight to Seoul, Korea.

Masbate Airport - The airport is also known as Moises R. Espinosa Airport is the airport serving the provincial island of Masbate. The airport is the main entry by air to the island. The airport is named after Moises Espinosa, Sr., the Representative of Masbate at that time.

Climate pattern in Tagbilaran, Bohol and Masbate

The mainland of Masbate is covered by a tropical climate characterized by no very pronounced maximum rain period, with a short dry season. Masbate has the lowest average annual precipitation compared to other provinces.

Highlights in Tagbilaran, Bohol and Masbate

• Burias – Besides Masbate and Ticao, Burias is one of the three main islands of Masbate. Commuting to the island is a bit challenging and may take up to 8 hours boat ride to San Pascual port in Burias Island. From Masbate City, you may ride a tricycle to get to the port. From there, a boat ride going to San Pascual port will take roughly around 8 hours. Prior to that, you can rent and have an island-hopping tour in Burias.
• Masbate Rodeo Festival – The festival always attracts a number of tourists to Masbate. Besides the marvelous beaches, the rolling hills providing great pastures for farm animals like cows. During the Rodeo Festival, you can tour around and watch fun activities such as the Barn Dance, Cattle Drive, and Bull Riding. Outside the festive season, you may also enjoy rodeo at Sese Brahman’s Ranch. They offer tours, where guests get to know the day-to-day operations in a ranch, where cowgirls and cowboys will be your guides.
• Aroroy Lighthouse – The lighthouse, which is located at the peak of Bagui Point, is a century-old with the ruins of its former facilities and the modern solar-powered built lighthouse. It is about an hour and a half hour journey from Masbate towards the northern part of Masbate Island. It is among the many lighthouses built during the Spanish colonial era. The rustic lighthouse is one of historical structure that you must visit when in Masbate, and good news, without the crowd!