Pretty in pink, Sila Island has a beautiful pink powdery beach that’s being eyed by local and foreign tourists alike. The color comes from the fragments of red corals and shells pulverized and mixed with the normal white sand.
This undiscovered gem is not sullied by tourism yet, so you can have the pink beach and blue sea all to yourself. It sits in San Vicente, Northern Samar and is only starting to get developed.
The best moment to visit the island and the Pink Beach is in summer where the tint of the sand is at its warmest.
How to get to Sila Island?
Easiest way to get to Sila Island
On vacation, you would want to use your time to enjoy the destination and less of the hustle and bustle of commuting. So why don’t you rent a car from us or avail a driver service where we can assure your comfort and safety while we’re on the road to Sila Island?
It does not matter to us whether you are coming from Tacloban Airport, Ormoc Port, Hilongos Port, Allen, or anywhere in Region 8! We can accommodate you and send you straight to San Vicente! If you avail a rental, you save a lot of money while also giving yourself more time to enjoy your trip!
Whether you want to use a small car or a big van, fret not because with our wide range of rental vehicles – we can cater to your needs!
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From Catarman to Sila Island
1. If you are coming from the airport of Catarman (Northern Samar’s capital), ride a van heading to Calbayog.
2. Upon arrival to Calbayog, ride a can heading to San Isidro. This is the jump-off point to San Vicente.
3. In San Vicente, you can ride a boat heading to Sila Island.
From Tacloban to Sila Island
1. If you are coming from the airport of Tacloban, ride a van heading to Calbayog City.
2. Upon arrival to Calbayog, ride a can heading to San Isidro. This is the jump-off point to San Vicente.
3. In San Vicente, you can ride a boat heading to Sila Island.
From Ormoc to Sila Island
1. If you are coming from Cebu through Ormoc Port, you should ride a van heading to Calbayog. If there is no direct trip available, you can take 2 van rides heading to Tacloban -> Calbayog.
2. Upon arrival to Calbayog, ride a can heading to San Isidro. This is the jump-off point to San Vicente.
3. In San Vicente, you can ride a boat heading to Sila Island.
Things to do at Sila Island
1. SWIMMING
– Ask the locals about the safe areas for you and your family to swim in.
2. SNORKELING
– Bring your own gear because there might not be rentals available on the island yet.
3. ENJOY THE VIEW
– You can take a rest and relax while admiring the view offered by this hidden gem.
Rates and Fees
Entrance Fee:
Adult – ₱ 40
Children below 10 y.o. – ₱ 20
Cottage Fees:
Day Use – ₱ 500
Overnight – ₱ 650
Tent Space – ₱ 100
Boat Fare: ₱ 100/passenger
Boat Rental: ₱ 7,000 – 9,000 for one-way trip
Interesting Facts
– The Department of Tourism is yet to promote the pink beach because it is not developed enough to accommodate a rapid influx of visitors.
– The pink sand comes from red shells and corals that were grinded to dust by the ocean waves.
– Surrounding the pink beach are black rocks and stone formations.
– There are only 2 pink sands in the Philippines, with the more famous one being in Great Santa Cruz Island located in Zamboanga City.
How to Contact
You can contact the coordinators of the Pink Beach through this contact number:
+639480181281
To bring when visiting Sila Island
1. Bring food and drinks because there is no store on the island.
2. Bring your power bank because there is no electricity yet.
3. Bring coral-friendly sunblock and appropriate footwear.
4. Bring your own tent if you want to save money.
5. Bring snorkel gears if you plan to.
6. Bring cash because there are no ATMs.
Reminders when visiting Sila Island
1. Do not pack up any of the Pink Sand because it is strictly prohibited.