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Batanes is a 10-piece archipelago, but only three of the islands are inhabited and easily accessible. There are no passenger ships going to Batanes, only cargo ships. However, it is possible to travel to Itbayat by boat from Basco, which takes between 2.5 and 4 hours. The Batanes Multi-Purpose Cooperative runs the MV Ivatan Princess, which runs the Currimao, Ilocos Norte - Basco, Batanes route. It takes 18 hours and costs PhP1,200.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Route | Currimao, Ilocos Norte - Basco, Batanes |
| Departure times | 8 pm on Wednesdays and Sundays |
| Arrival times | 4 pm the next day |
| Return times | 3 pm on Tuesdays and 10 pm on Fridays |
| Fare | PhP1,200 |
| Travel time | 18 hours |
| Boat name | MV Ivatan Princess |
| Contact | Mr. Antonio Castro at (0917) 793-0102 |
| Alternative route | Motorbike to Curimao, then boat to Batanes |
| Alternative travel time | 2.5 to 3.5 hours |
| Alternative fare | P450 |
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What You'll Learn
- The MV Ivatan Princess runs the Currimao, Ilocos Norte - Basco, Batanes route
- There are no passenger ships going to Batanes, only cargo ships
- Boats to Itbayat cost P450 per way and take 2.5-4 hours
- The cheapest way to get to Batanes is by motorbike to Curimao, then boat
- The Batan tour is divided into South and North tours, which can be done in two days
The MV Ivatan Princess runs the Currimao, Ilocos Norte - Basco, Batanes route
The MV Ivatan Princess runs the Currimao, Ilocos Norte – Basco, Batanes route. It leaves Currimao, Ilocos Norte at 8 pm on Wednesdays and Sundays and arrives in Basco, Batanes at 4 pm the next day. The return journey leaves Basco at 3 pm on Tuesdays and 10 pm on Fridays. The fare is PhP1,200 and the travel time is about 18 hours.
You can take a bus from Manila to Currimao to catch the boat. The bus takes around six hours. From Basco, you can travel by boat to Itbayat. The boat leaves at 6 am and takes between two and a half and four hours. The fare is P450. You can also travel by plane, which takes 10-12 minutes but costs P1800.
There are no passenger ships going to Batanes, only cargo ships. Passengers go by plane. However, if you want to take your motorbike, you can transport it on a cargo ship. These boats are not regular, so you need to get in touch with the shippers.
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There are no passenger ships going to Batanes, only cargo ships
If you would like to travel by cargo ship, you can transport your motorbike through one. These boats are loaded at Manila Port Area. You would then ride a plane and meet your bike in Batanes. These boats are not regular, so you need to get in touch with the shippers. You might want to try contacting the folks at MAVIDALUGAR.COM, who are Ivatans and can assist travellers to Batanes.
The Batanes Multi-Purpose Cooperative carries the MV Ivatan Princess, which runs the Currimao, Ilocos Norte - Basco, Batanes route. It leaves Ilocos Norte at 8 pm on Wednesdays and Sundays and arrives in Basco at 4 pm the next day. From Basco, it leaves at 3 pm on Tuesdays and 10 pm on Fridays. The fare is PhP1,200 and the travel time is about 18 hours.
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Boats to Itbayat cost P450 per way and take 2.5-4 hours
To get to Itbayat, you can take a boat from Basco. The boat leaves at 6 am and takes between 2.5 and 4 hours. The fare is P450.
There is also the option of travelling by plane, which takes 10-12 minutes but costs P1800.
If you are travelling from Manila, you can take a bus to Currimao, which takes around 6 hours. From there, you can take the MV Ivatan Princess boat to Basco, which costs P1200 and takes 18 hours.
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The cheapest way to get to Batanes is by motorbike to Curimao, then boat
You can also take a bus from Manila to Currimao and then catch the boat. The bus leaves at around 6 am. If you want to take your own motorcycle to Batanes, you can transport it via cargo ship from Manila Port Area. These boats are not regular, so you need to get in touch with the shippers.
Once you're in Basco, you can take a boat to Itbayat. The boat leaves at 6 am and the travel time is 2.5 to 3.5 hours. The fare is P450. You can also travel by plane, which takes 10-12 minutes but costs P1800.
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The Batan tour is divided into South and North tours, which can be done in two days
If you want to travel by boat, you can take the MV Ivatan Princess, which runs the Currimao, Ilocos Norte - Basco, Batanes route. It leaves Ilocos Norte at 8 pm on Wednesdays and Sundays and arrives in Basco at 4 pm the next day. From Basco, it leaves at 3 pm on Tuesdays and 10 pm on Fridays. The fare is PhP1,200 and travel time is about 18 hours.
There are no passenger ships going to Batanes (only cargo ships), so passengers go by plane only. However, if you want to transport your motorbike, you can do so through cargo ships. These boats are not regular, so you need to get in touch with the shippers.
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Frequently asked questions
The fare is P450.
The travel time is 2.5 to 4 hours.
Boats to Batanes leave from Basco.
Boats leave Basco at 6:00am.
Boats run twice a week, on Wednesdays and Sundays.
