I know a lot of people are waiting for this! Batanes is now open to tourist! I repeat and this is not a drill – Batanes is now open to tourists! The land of the rolling hills has restarted its tourism machine with its gradual re-opening. So if you are longing to visit or revisit the northern frontier, check out this Batanes travel requirements for a worry-free entry to the province.

Batanes Travel Requirements for Tourists

• COVID-19 vaccination card or certification issued by LGU, vaxcert.doh.gov.ph or legitimate vaccinating establishment
• Approved Travel Permit from S-PaSS
• Certificate of Acceptance issued by Provincial Tourism Office (PTO) upon submission of requirements to [email protected]
• Confirmed booking with a DOT-accredited tour operator
• Health Declaration Assessment Waiver (Link to be provided by DOT-accredited tour operator)

Guidelines for Tourists

• Only full-vaccinated tourists are allowed
• Tourists below five (5) years old, ineligible for vaccination and not fully vaccinated are strictly restricted
• Maximum of 50 tourists per week shall be allowed during the trial period (May 15 to June 30, 2022)
• All tourists must book  from a DOT-accredited accommodation, PGB-tour guide and DOT-accredited tour operator
• Strictly NO DIY (Do-It-Yourself)
• OPLAN COVID Defense Protocol for Arriving Passengers at Basco Airport shall be observed
• Wearing of face mask and social distancing shall be observed at all times except when eating
• Mingling with locals not included in the itinerary is discouraged

Batanes DOT-Accredited Tour Operators

Currently, here are the DOT-accredited tour operators in Batanes:

• AMBOY HOMETEL TOURS & SERVICES
  Chanarian, Basco
  Contact No: 0920-9103492 / 0917-8717633
• BALETIN HOMETEL TOURS & SERVICES
  San Antonio, Basco
  Contact No: 0907-3897122
• BOULDER BAY TRAVEL & TOURS
  San Joaquin, Basco
  Contact No: 0951-9616000
• KAYVAN TOURS & SERVICES
  San Antonio, Basco
  Contact No: 0908-8799263 / 0960-5779363
• IBS TRAVEL & TOURS
  Kayvaluganan, Basco
  Contact No: 0917-8239477

Where to Stay in Batanes

Make sure to book your stay in Batanes from DOT accredited hotels and accommodation establishments.

Batanes Amboy Hometel Basco, Batanes Starts at 3,500 PHP CHECK RATES	Batanes Seaside Lodge & Restaurant Basco, Batanes Starts at 2,500 PHP CHECK RATES
Nathaniel’s Lodge Basco, Batanes Starts at 1,800 PHP CHECK RATES	DDD Habitat Lodging House Basco, Batanes Starts at 1,100 PHP CHECK RATES

Batanes Travel Guide

For more information on traveling to Batanes, check out Batanes Travel Guide. You may also reach out to Batanes Provincial Tourism Office at 0929-2305934 or email at [email protected] or [email protected].