About Vayang Rolling Hills
Vayang Rolling Hills is a scenic expanse of undulating grass-covered hills located north of Basco town on Batan Island in Batanes, Philippines. Overlooking the West Philippine Sea and facing Mount Iraya, the site is known for its open pastoral landscape with grazing cattle and horses. It offers panoramic views of Basco, the coastline, and nearby islands, and is one of the most photographed viewpoints in Batanes for its wide, tranquil scenery.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect wide, open rolling hills covered in grass with grazing cows and horses, overlooking the West Philippine Sea on one side and Mount Iraya and Basco town on the other. The area is an open viewpoint with no enclosed structures, offering 360-degree panoramic views, coastal cliffs, and rural pastoral scenery. Visitors walk along grassy ridges and informal trails for sightseeing and photography.
Key highlights
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Expansive rolling grassy hills overlooking the West Philippine Sea
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Panoramic views of Mount Iraya, Basco town and coastline
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Pastoral landscape with grazing cattle and horses
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Open viewpoint ideal for photography and sunset viewing
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Located close to Basco Airport with easy access from Basco town
Culture & Context
Part of the traditional Ivatan pastoral landscape, reflecting communal grazing practices and the cattle-raising culture of Batanes
Route
| By air | Via Basco Airport (BSO) on Batan Island, then 5-10 minutes by road to the hills |
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| By road | Approximately 3-4 km north of Basco town center, accessible via paved road by tricycle, chartered van or motorcycle; short walk over grassy hills from parking area |