KALANGGAMAN ISLAND: A NATURE'S REVELATION

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“Look deep into nature and then you will understand thing better” – Albert Einstein

Appreciating the beauty of nature is so natural. However, some abuse the mother earth with no respect. Despite of the brutality, there are others who preserve the fascinating and outstanding look of nature.

The Island

I salute these people! The children yet unborn could still witness the nature’s revelation of simplicity yet alluring beauty. One of these nature’s revelation is considered as one of the most visited places in the Philippines--- Kalangaman Island located at Palompon, Leyte.


I have been there for four times. If you are from Cebu City, you have many alternatives in going there. In my case, I only tried two alternatives.

First alternative. From Cebu City you can ride a fast craft or a big boat. For the fast craft, you may choose Supercat or To Go and Oceanjet. For big boats you have two, Roble and Light Ferry.

If you arrived Ormoc City, The City of Beautiful People, you can ride a public utility van (PUV) to Palompon, Leyte. Tell the driver that you will go to the Department of Tourism of the said Municipality. While travelling, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of nature in going to Palompon, Leyte. You will be amazed of the rice fields, the animals, and the customs of the people from Leyte.

The Clear and Clean Water of the Island
From the Office of the Department of Tourism, you can pay for the entrance fee in the amount of Php. 150 per person. The Officer-In-Charge will give you the right to choose for the rent of the pump boat ranging from Php. 3,500 (good for 10 to 15 persons) to Php.4,500 (good for 20 to 25 persons).

Second Alternative. From Cebu City you can ride a van to Bogo City. From the terminal, you can ride a tricycle to Pulambato, Port. Then, charter a pump boat right away to Kalanggaman Island.

It would be advisable to travel with your friends in order to economize the budget especially for the rent of boat. Just a reminder, it would be better if you bring food and water in going to the island. Travel time ranges from 45 min to 1 hour from the Department of Tourism of the Municipality of Palompon as well as from Pulambato, Port to Kalanggaman Island. If you don’t want to navigate with big waves, please avoid to plan your travel during the “ber” months (September, October, November, and December).

Big waves are inevitable during September, October, November and December. The sea is quiet and peaceful during summer (March, April and May). It is safe to travel during summer time. In my experience when my family traveled last December 2013, big waves shook the boat and made us nervous in going back to the mainland. After the said travel we all said, "Thank you Lord for the second life!."

Another hint, it would be better if you travel early in the morning so you can enjoy while you are in the island. You can still catch up  buses or a vans in going back to Ormoc or any other destinations (which is the most important).

The last time when we got there, the last trip to Ormoc City was as early as 5PM. My classmates and I had a hard time in finding ways in going back to Ormoc because we did not catch the last trip. Fortunately, there were tricycle drivers who were eager and willing to help us. They allowed us to be transported to another terminal (Isabel Terminal) where we can ride for a bus in going to Ormoc.  

Indeed, the view of the island is very beautiful and you will get fascinated with its alluring beauty. You can take pictures to be uploaded in your own Facebook account for a number of "likes". I am sure, you can gain a lot of reactions from your friends. So, prepare your fashionable swim wears and unique poses. You will really enjoy your stay in this island. Rest assured that you will never regret the experience!


"In nature, lights create color. In the pictures, color creates the lights." -Hans Hoffmann

Location: Cebu, Philippines

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