The Bantayan Island is a secret paradise in the Philippines and is considered to have the best preserved pristine beaches, scenic surroundings and a colorful culture. The recent trip to this tropical paradise could not be named in other way than magic. It was either going to a nature park or swimming in a cave of magic, but all that was surrounded with adventures and exploration. Let me take you along and I tell you about my unforgettable experience in Bantayan Island.
Our journey began with hospitable people as we entered the country; they were very friendly showing a broad smile on their faces. We vacated our comfortable lodgment, on the beach, and took a journey round the island. Our first stop was at the Bantayan Nature Park and Resort, a biodiversity sanctuary where we could observe the great number of plants and animals that the island has.
The nature park was a fresh air. As soon as we entered we were all surrounded with the chirping of the birds and the rustling of the leaves. The park has many walking tracks and all of them appear to lead us to the green nature. We wondered at the bright flowers and the tall trees some of which were hundreds of years old. Among the park attractions was its butterfly garden where we could see butterflies of various colors dancing around us. We spent hours in the park, walking around, making photos and enjoying the favorite nature. The calmness of the environment was an ideal getaway to the busy life of the day to day living.
The next day after relaxing in the nature park, we went to one of the most interesting places on Bantayan Island a cave with a secret swimming place. The cave is a natural beauty, which displays the geological beauty of the island. To our surprise the inside of the cave was very roomy, and we heard the distant echo of some insistent water.
By the time we reached the swimming place we were thrilled with the clear water. It was really strange to swim in such a peculiar location and we were embraced by the art of nature. The water was fresh and cool and it was the most ideal getaway to the heat wave outside. We spent hours swimming, laughing and enjoying quiet atmosphere of the cave.
The Bantayan Island can never be tour complete without a visit to the popular beaches. We then visited one of the most stunning beaches of the island: the Santa Fe Beach, after our cave experience. It was a sight to take breath away when we approached it. The sand was powdery white and the blue waters were clarity shining under the sun miles. and we laid out our towels and lay on the beach soaking up the sun and the gentle slushing of the waves. There were very few people on the beach relatively and we could have the calm atmosphere. We also indulged in local delicacies in the neighbouring food stalls where we could get fresh seafood and tropical fruits.
indeed, the visit to Bantayan Island has been not just a vacation but also a chance to talk to nature and have a good memory. Be it the magic cave, the beautiful beaches or the magical nature park, there was not even a single moment, when I did not feel how beautiful the world can be. Bantayan Island is a slice of heaven where everybody can find what he/she is looking for: an adventure seeker, a nature lover, or simply somebody, who wants to relax. When I was leaving the island I did not just go away with some souvenirs but also the heart full of the joy and the spirit enriched with the powers of the nature.