Sambauan Island

Of all the beaches in Samar and Leyte (Region 8), this island/beach is among the top of the top. one word to describe: Pristine Crystal clear waters, rocky beach, Grassy Mountain. View: IMMACULATE. A once in a lifetime experience.

Sambawan Island, Maripipi has a stark, mountainous coastline and a spectacular sunrise, a stunningly beautiful view, which will surely melt your heart. Viewed from a distance, Sambawan island with its towering rocks; is a series of interconnecting stony islets. It has two main islands and the rocky terrain is covered with grass. Along the shore lines, Talisay trees are being planted. Sambawan island is a marine sanctuary and a popular dive site. It has an extensive wealth of marine life, good visibility and corals that are in good condition. Turtles, sea snakes and reef sharks are also found there often. Current is mild and suitable for all range of divers. A watch tower is built at the highest point to give the tourists unencumbered view of the entire island. It serves as viewdeck to witness the spectacular sunrise and the glorious sunset. Both,which can surely melt your heart.

The trip is worth it! It's about 45minutes from the port of Kawayan, Biliran. The waters aren't that rough so the trip isn't tiring. The fares though is a bit pricey but the destination is worth it. The waters are so clear that you can see the sea floor even without goggles on and it isn't too salty so it won't sting your eyes much. The view from the hilltop is spectacular! The locals are nice, too. If you'll be heading there best to bring your own food, a butane so you can cook your food on your own without too much hassle. You can grill, too. The sand is mostly seashells and dead corals so it's rough on the soles. Also the sea bed is rocky so be prepared with some aquatic shoes if you have a pair. I forgot to bring mine on the trip so it was a bit of a challebge but it was tolerable. They have cottages already unlike before and they have a gen set that is turned on by 6pm and then off by 10pm.

One of the country's gem. Truly breathtaking. Getting there is not quiet easy due to the limited mode of public transportation especially on boat. As a solo traveler, I've rented a boat for 2,000 pesos (usual rate is 2.5k) going to the island from Kawayan Port, the nearest port in Biliran. Travel time is approximately 45 minutes and a 100 pesos environmental fee. The island offers a picturesque view and the feeling of isolation from the hustle and bustle life.

Sambawan Island is a very beautiful place. A place that is peace and calming which I find interesting. Come and visit now

Roughly about 6 hours from Kalanggaman Island is another chunk of paradise with a million dollar view. Sambawan Island in Biliran boasts of its mountainous coastline with an easy trail going up the view deck. On the other side of the island you will see a gentle giant - a dormant volcano called Mount Maripipi. More of my Sambawan Island experience on enjayneer.com.

Really Nice Island. Can arrive from Maripipi or Kawayan in both check boat prices and try to be group to have cheaper price. Entre fee 100 Rent tent 300 To put own tent have to pay 100 pesos No have good place to eat, just beef corn. Sardines tins. Expensive price. Better bring drinks and food. If you do the teekking for all the island you will see rubish. They only take care of a part of the island.

Nice place but I hope that a lot has improved now especially with amenities.