About Animasola Island
Animasola Island is a small uninhabited coastal island off the northwest coast of Burias Island in the municipality of San Pascual, Masbate Province, Bicol Region, Philippines. It is notable for its dramatic rock formations, including a natural arch and layered sedimentary cliffs shaped by erosion. Surrounded by clear turquoise waters and rocky shoreline, the island is a popular stop on Burias island-hopping tours for sightseeing, photography and swimming.
Visitors guide
Visitors arrive by boat to a small rocky island with distinctive stratified rock formations, a natural rock arch, and steep cliffs. The shoreline is rocky with small sandy patches and clear turquoise water. There are no permanent structures or shops. Visitors can walk along the rocks, view the formations up close, swim and snorkel in calm conditions, and take photos. The island is uninhabited and visited as part of a day island-hopping tour from San Pascual.
Key highlights
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Distinctive layered sedimentary rock formations and cliffs
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Natural rock arch formation
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Clear turquoise waters surrounding the island
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Rocky shoreline with snorkeling and swimming areas
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Scenic photography viewpoint of Burias island-hopping route
Route
| By air | Fly to Masbate Airport (MBT) or Bicol International Airport (DRP) in Legazpi, then travel by van/bus and ferry/boat to San Pascual, Burias Island |
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| By road | Travel by road to San Pascual port on Burias Island, Masbate, then hire a motorized outrigger boat to Animasola Island (approx. 30-45 minutes boat ride depending on sea conditions) |
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