Boracay
Boracay: island hopping, Puka Beach, Ariel's Point
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White Beach is why most people come to Boracay, but it isn’t the whole trip. An island hopping tour, a stop at Puka Beach and a half-day at Ariel’s Point are the three things that most visitors add on. Here’s what each one actually involves.
Island hopping
A group boat tour out of White Beach, usually sold in three tiers that differ mainly by the lunch included:
- Basic, no lunch, the cheapest package.
- Standard, a local Filipino meal without seafood.
- Premium, a seafood spread.
All three were listed at around 5 hours, with hotel pickup, snorkel gear and a life vest included. A private boat is also available, with a per-person rate that drops as the group gets bigger.
Puka Beach
A quieter, shelled beach on the island’s northern tip, away from the three stations. If you’re staying nearby, an e-trike there and back is the cheaper and less rushed way to see it; most island hopping tours only give you 30-40 minutes on the sand as one stop among several.
Ariel’s Point: cliff diving and jumping
A half-day trip to a private cliffside spot with five jump platforms ranging from 3 to 15 metres, reached by boat transfer from White Beach. Packages commonly bundle in kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling, drinks and a BBQ buffet lunch. You don’t have to jump from the highest platform, or jump at all, to make the trip worthwhile.
What these cost, last checked 11 October 2026
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| Activity | What’s included | Price (as listed) |
|---|---|---|
| Island hopping, basic | Boat, snorkel gear, life vest, no lunch | Around ₱900 per person |
| Island hopping, standard/premium | Adds a local or seafood lunch | Around ₱1,700-1,900 per person |
| Island hopping, private boat | Dedicated boat, premium seafood lunch | From around ₱6,900 for one, roughly ₱2,400 per person for 4-5 |
| Puka Beach by e-trike (no tour) | One-way e-trike fare from a station | Around ₱40-80 |
| Ariel’s Point | Boat transfer, 5 jump platforms, kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkelling, drinks, buffet lunch | Around ₱2,500-3,500 per person |
Prices are as listed by tour operators and tourism sites on 11 October 2026. Confirm the current rate with your operator or guesthouse before booking.
Before you book
Pick your area first, see where to stay in Boracay for how Station 1, 2, 3, Diniwid and Bulabog compare, most operators will pick you up from any of them. Closing the day with a sunset paraw sail is a common add-on once Ariel’s Point wraps up, and Boracay in 3 days has a suggested split across a full trip. See things to do in Boracay for lower-cost half-days, how to get to Boracay from Manila if you haven’t booked your way in, and best time to visit and what a trip costs for the full budget.
Questions people ask
What does a Boracay island hopping tour include?
The standard group boat tour runs about 5 hours with hotel pickup, snorkel gear and a life vest. The basic package skips lunch; a standard or premium package adds a Filipino or seafood lunch. A private boat is also available for a smaller group at a higher per-person or flat price. These are the packages tour listings showed on 11 October 2026. Confirm with your operator or guesthouse before booking.
How much does island hopping cost in Boracay?
Group tours were listed around ₱900 per person without lunch, roughly ₱1,700-1,900 per person with a local or seafood lunch. A private boat started around ₱6,900 for one person, working out to roughly ₱2,400 per person for a group of four to five. These are the figures tour listings showed on 11 October 2026. Confirm the current price before you go.
Can I get to Puka Beach without a tour?
Yes. An e-trike from any station was quoted at roughly ₱40-80 one way on 11 October 2026, and you can stay as long as you like. Arriving as a stop on an island hopping tour instead usually gives you only 30-40 minutes on the beach before the boat moves on.
How much does Ariel's Point cliff diving cost?
The standard package, boat transfer from White Beach, five jump platforms from 3 to 15 metres, kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkelling, drinks and a buffet lunch, was listed around ₱2,500-3,500 per person on 11 October 2026. Confirm the current price and what's included before booking, packages vary by operator.
Is Ariel's Point safe for non-swimmers or people afraid of heights?
The lowest platform is around 3 metres and operators generally let you choose which height to jump from, including not jumping at all and just swimming, kayaking or paddleboarding instead. If you're a weak swimmer, say so when you book so the operator can brief you properly, and follow the operator's own safety briefing.
Can I do island hopping, Puka Beach and Ariel's Point all in one day?
Not comfortably as full activities. Island hopping tours already run around 5 hours and often include a Puka Beach stop; Ariel's Point is typically sold as its own half-day trip. Most itineraries give Ariel's Point its own day rather than stacking it onto the island hopping tour.
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