Sugar Beach – a quieter stretch next to Kota Beach.

At a glance

Municipality

Santa Fe (barangay Poblacion per OpenStreetMap)

Getting there

Short tricycle ride from Santa Fe port; walk along the shore from Kota Beach

Entrance

Free (unverified, as of 2026)

Best time

Morning; check the tide before swimming

Facilities

A few resorts nearby; public facilities not confirmed

What it is

Sugar Beach continues the white sand strip next to Kota Beach. It has fewer resorts and more local fishing boats, so it feels quieter. The water is calm and shallow.

Where exactly? OpenStreetMap places Sugar Beach at about 11.151 N, 123.802 E, a little south-west of Kota Beach. One guide describes it as north of Kota Beach. We will confirm on site.

Best time and tides

Shallow beaches here change a lot with the tide. Check a tide table for Bantayan before you plan a swim.

Rules and respect

• Fishing boats work from this beach – keep clear of ropes and engines.
• Take your rubbish with you.

Safety

Water shoes are a good idea in shallow, rocky spots.

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