Pacijan Island Island
Island in the Camotes group, eastern Cebu
Pacijan Island at a Glance#
Admission: Free (no official entrance/park admission)
About Pacijan Island#
Overview
Pacijan Island is one of the inhabited islands of the Camotes Islands in Cebu province, Philippines. It is among the four main islands that make up the Camotes group.
What visitors find / highlights
The island offers quiet beaches, small coastal villages and local fishing activity rather than large tourist infrastructure. There are opportunities for swimming, snorkeling and short boat trips to nearby islets and reefs.
History
Pacijan has long been home to fishing and agricultural communities and is administered as part of Cebu province. Its development has remained low-density compared with Cebu City, keeping a largely rural character.
Location
Situated in the Camotes Sea between Cebu and Leyte, the island is part of the central Philippine Visayas and is reached by boat from ports on Cebu Island.
- Island group: One of four principal islands in the Camotes group, alongside Poro, Ponson and Tulang.
- Access: Accessible by ferry from the Cebu province coast; services link the Camotes Islands with the Cebu mainland.
How to Get to Pacijan Island#
Pacijan Island (part of the Camotes Islands) is reached from Cebu province. From Cebu City drive north on the Cebu North Road (N8) to Danao City (about 30-40 km) and take a roll‑on/roll‑off or passenger ferry from Danao Port to the Camotes (Poro/Consuelo on Pacijan). There are also occasional fast‑ferry connections from Cebu City North Harbor; on arrival at Poro/Consuelo port most settlements and resorts are a short tricycle ride or a brief walk from the pier.
Best Time to Visit Pacijan Island#
Visit Pacijan Island during the dry season (November-April) for the best marine conditions and island access.
Weather & Climate near Pacijan Island#
Pacijan Island's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1821 mm/year), wettest in November.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 23° - 29° | 26° | 153 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 11.5h |
| February | Very Good | 23° - 30° | 26° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.4 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.7h |
| March | Excellent | 23° - 31° | 27° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 2.4 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Very Good | 24° - 32° | 32° | 63 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.4 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 12.3h |
| May | Good | 25° - 33° | 33° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.5h |
| June | Acceptable | 25° - 32° | 32° | 186 mm | overcast | 78% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 25° - 32° | 32° | 185 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.6h |
| August | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 32° | 166 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.3h |
| September | Acceptable | 24° - 32° | 32° | 195 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.7 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 12.1h |
| October | Acceptable | 24° - 31° | 31° | 211 mm | overcast | 80% | 1.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.8h |
| November | Good | 24° - 31° | 30° | 221 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 1.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 11.5h |
| December | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 158 mm | overcast | 83% | 1.9 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.4h |
