Escape to the northernmost part of the
Philippines with postcard-perfect views – Batanes. Read
on to learn everything you need to know about the Home
of the Winds.  area. Part of Batanes’ charm comes from its
Batanes in the Philippines has a little bit of everything
for different types of travelers: the mountains, the sea,
the rolling hills, and the food. But above all, Batanes
offers a unique type of refuge — peace and quiet, and
the taste of a back-to-basics lifestyle
Batanes, called the Home of the Winds, is
considered the smallest province in the
Philippines with only 230 kilometers of total land
somewhat seclusion from its busier and more
crowded neighboring provinces.
As the northernmost province in the country, its
distance, size, and small population help preserve
the unspoiled beauty of the place and the peaceful
lifestyle of its people. A trip to Batanes is a
welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of city
living. DREAM HIGHER THAN THE SKY
DEEPER THAN THE OCEAN
Getting Around Batanes Itbayat

Batanes may be small but it’s still not small enough to

just walk around to see the tourist spots. Here are a
number of transport options you can choose from to
explore Batanes:

Tricycles 

The main island of Batanes. This is where Basco,

the provincial capital and airport are located. Aside
from being home to Basco, it’s also where you can
find the majority of the accommodations and
tourist spots in Batanes. What to Eat in Batanes

If you’re opting for public transportation, there are

jeepneys traveling from Basco to Mahatao, Ivana, and
Uyugan daily. However, the trips are limited and are
only available from 5:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 

Local Cuisine

Unlike other destinations in the Philippines like Ilocos, Bicol, Cebu,

Located south of Batan, Sabtang is mountainous
and dotted with steep cliffs. The island is less
populated than Batan and is notable for
preserving most of its old stone houses with
cogon roofs.
and Iloilo that have distinct local cuisine, Batanes is not known as
a food destination. Still, there are many local dishes here, the
majority of which are seafood, that are surprising food finds and
must-tries.
Batanes has its own unique way of limiting plastic waste. They
serve traditional dishes wrapped in vunung or breadfruit tree
leaves and the experience is a must-try.
This practice can also be observed in neighboring countries such
as Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. In Batanes, there are many
restaurants and eateries that use vunung leaves as paper plates.
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