Basilan National Park National Park
Protected island park in Basilan with coastal forests
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.
Basilan National Park at a Glance#
Address: Basilan National Park, Basilan Province, Philippines
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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Basilan National Park#
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.
January
January is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (85 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (251 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (275 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (242 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (251 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (230 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (250 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (176 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
