Mavulis Island

Mavulis Island, also called Y’Ami, is the northernmost island in the Philippine archipelago, part of Batanes province. It is a small, remote island notable for its geographic extremity.

The island has long been visited by local seafarers and has occasional use by government or military units due to its strategic location; it has no substantial history of permanent settlement. Traditional ties link the island to the people of Batanes.

Mavulis sits at the northern limit of the Philippines archipelago in the Luzon Strait, north of the main Batanes islands and separated from Taiwan by wider ocean expanses.

• Northernmost point: Mavulis Island is the northernmost landmass of the Philippines and is also known locally as Y’Ami Island.
• Access: Access is highly restricted and requires boat transport from the Batanes group; visits are typically made by fishermen, military personnel or organized expeditions.

Mavulis (Y’Ami) sits north of the Batanes group. Access requires a chartered boat from Batanes (Itbayat or Basco) and coordination with local and national authorities; sea conditions dictate schedules and safety.

• Mavulis is the Philippines' northernmost island - bring proper permissions and coordinate with local authorities before attempting a visit.
• Ensure fuel and contingency supplies; the waters are remote and weather can close passage quickly.