Basilan National Park

National Park

Protected area on Basilan Island comprising lowland forest and coastal fringes; visitors come for birdwatching, hiking and accessed boat trips, though facilities tend to be basic.

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Basilan National Park essentials

Address: Basilan National Park, Basilan Province, Philippines
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Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Basilan National Park

Basilan National Park refers to protected areas on Basilan Island in the southern Philippines - landscapes of dense forest, coastal fringe and steep ridges, though visitor access can be limited by local conditions.

Dry season
Nov-Apr · 25-32°C
Easier travel and clearer seas - the best time for boat access and beach visits.
Wet season
May-Oct · 24-31°C
Frequent rains can disrupt boat services and make inland tracks slippery.

Weather & Climate near Basilan National Park

Climate

Basilan National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 28°C. Heavy rainfall (2186 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 51 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MarchJanuaryFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
24°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Very Good 19° - 28° 23° 99 mm partly cloudy 81% 2.2 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.7h
February Very Good 19° - 27° 23° 85 mm partly cloudy 79% 2.5 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.8h
March Excellent 19° - 28° 24° 88 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.3 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 20° - 29° 24° 124 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.2 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.2h
May Good 20° - 28° 24° 251 mm overcast 80% 1.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.3h
June Good 20° - 28° 24° 275 mm overcast 81% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.4h
July Good 20° - 28° 24° 242 mm overcast 82% 1.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.3h
August Good 20° - 28° 24° 251 mm overcast 82% 1.5 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.2h
September Good 20° - 28° 24° 230 mm overcast 81% 1.6 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.0h
October Good 20° - 27° 24° 250 mm overcast 81% 1.7 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.9h
November Very Good 20° - 28° 24° 176 mm partly cloudy 80% 1.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.7h
December Very Good 19° - 28° 24° 115 mm partly cloudy 81% 1.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Basilan National Park

Access typically requires travel to Zamboanga City (Mindanao) followed by a scheduled ferry to Basilan Island; movement on Basilan is by local road and boat. Visitors should liaise with local authorities or accredited travel operators for secure transit and permits.

Tips for Visiting Basilan National Park

  • Check local advisories before visiting; parts of Basilan have travel advisories and access can be restricted for security reasons.
  • Hire a local guide and fix travel plans with local authorities or accredited tour operators.
  • Bring mosquito repellent and sturdy footwear; beach access is often via rough tracks.