Olotayan Island

Olotayan Island is a small coastal island barangay off the coast of Roxas City in Capiz Province, Western Visayas, Philippines. Located in the Visayan Sea about 2 kilometers from the mainland, it is known for its white sand beaches, clear waters and fishing community. The island features a marine sanctuary, modest beach cottages and views of the Roxas City coastline, offering a quiet island experience near the city.

Visitors can expect a low-lying island with white sand beaches, clear shallow waters and a small fishing village. Access is by motorized banca from mainland wharves. The shoreline has open beach areas, simple cottages for day use, and views across the Visayan Sea. Activities center on swimming, beach walks, photography and snorkeling near the marine sanctuary area. Facilities are basic and the environment is rural and quiet.

Olotayan Island is a long-established fishing island barangay of Roxas City, traditionally inhabited by fishing families and now administered as Barangay Olotayan. It has served as a coastal fishing community and more recently as a local beach destination with a designated marine sanctuary area.

The island reflects the coastal fishing culture of Capiz, with livelihoods centered on fishing and small-scale tourism. It maintains a rural island barangay community life typical of Western Visayas.