Beach & Island

Carnaza Island

The kind of island people talk about after they've been.

Northern Cebu

About this destination

What makes it worth it

Carnaza is as far north as Cebu goes — a remote island with reefs that see very few visitors and an underwater landscape that's had time to recover. The journey is long (four-plus hours from Bantayan), which is exactly why it's still worth making.

The island has a small community, basic accommodation, and the kind of isolation that makes the trip feel like an actual expedition. Best done as a two-day overnight to make the travel worthwhile.

Things to do

  • Snorkeling on undisturbed coral reefs
  • Fishing with the local community
  • Cliff jumping at designated spots
  • Beach camping

Best time to visit

March to May when seas are calmest for the long crossing. Not recommended during typhoon season (June–October).

How to get there

A 4–5 hour bangka trip from northern Cebu ports. Best arranged as a 2-day overnight. Message us to plan a custom Carnaza trip.

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