Cabilao IslandAbout Cabilao Island
Cabilao Island is a small island in the Philippines, part of Bohol province in the Bohol Sea. The island is known for coral reefs and scuba diving, with several dive sites close to shore.
Visitors come for diving, snorkeling and to experience a quiet island community; boat trips to nearby reefs are common. The island has limited resort and guesthouse accommodations catering to divers and small-group tourism.
The island sits off the western coast of Bohol in the Bohol Sea and is reached by short boat transfers from the Bohol mainland and nearby ports.
- Diving: A small island in Bohol province with a reputation for diving; several shore and boat-access dive sites surround the island and a shallow house reef is commonly used by visitors.
Best Time to Visit Cabilao Island
Visit during the dry season (November-April) for the calmest waters and best diving conditions.
Weather & Climate near Cabilao Island
Cabilao Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1422 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 123 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| February | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Very Good | 23° - 31° | 30° | 73 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.5 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 1.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.2h |
| May | Good | 25° - 33° | 33° | 89 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 1.5 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.4h |
| June | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 119 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 32° | 138 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.5h |
| August | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 113 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.3h |
| September | Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 135 mm | overcast | 82% | 1.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 32° | 167 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 24° - 31° | 31° | 188 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 11.6h |
| December | Good | 23° - 30° | 27° | 146 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.3 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
How to Get to Cabilao Island
Cabilao Island (Bohol) is reached by road + boat from Tagbilaran City. From Tagbilaran take a jeepney/van or private car west on the Tagbilaran-Loon road toward the municipality of Loon (Looc area) - the drive is roughly 40-60 minutes depending on traffic. From the small passenger pier at Looc/Barangay Looc catch a local pump boat or scheduled outrigger to Cabilao Island (boat rides commonly take on the order of 20-45 minutes); on arrival the island’s landing is a short walk from the dock to accommodations and dive sites.
Tips for Visiting Cabilao Island
- Plan snorkel or dive trips for early morning when seas are calm and underwater visibility is best, and coordinate departures with local operators on the island.
- Arrange boat transfers in advance from the nearby Bohol mainland (Cortes area) - boats run on set schedules and day‑trip boats can fill up quickly.
- Carry sufficient cash and basic supplies before arriving: Cabilao has only a few small shops and limited ATM access, so overnighting on the island is the easiest way to enjoy late‑afternoon and early‑morning dives.