Capiz district, Philippines

Places to visit near Basiao

Basiao is a town in Capiz district, Philippines, home to about 2,475 people. Within 50 km by road there are 60 places to visit — 14 hill stations & viewpoints, 12 rivers, islands & mangroves, 11 churches and 4 waterfalls. The must-see places are Sacred Heart of Jesus Statue (12 km), Aklan Freedom Shrine (43 km) and Manduyog Hill (43 km).

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Basiao at a glance

Location
Capiz district, Philippines
Population
about 2,475
Coordinates
11.5486° N, 122.6375° E
Places within 50 km
60 (3 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for cool, clear air for hill stations & viewpoints; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Basiao

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Basiao: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Basiao

87 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Basiao. The closest is Culasi Hill (13 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Basiao

75 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Basiao. The closest is Malacha Island (1 km). Best time: september to february.

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Churches near Basiao

22 churches within 100 km of Basiao. The closest is Grotto (8 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Basiao

18 waterfalls within 100 km of Basiao. The closest is Hawili Falls, Tangalan (42 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Forts & heritage near Basiao

17 forts & heritage within 100 km of Basiao. The closest is Alcatraz Ruins (14 km). Best time: october to february.

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Caves near Basiao

15 caves within 100 km of Basiao. The closest is Sohoton Cave (23 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Basiao

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 21 km on the road.

  1. Start in Basiao
  2. 1 km Malacha Island · island, Capiz
  3. 7 km Tigues · river spot, Capiz
  4. 9 km Mabay Island · island, Capiz
  5. 1 km Mahabang Island · island, Capiz
  6. 1 km Marokol Diotay Island · island, Capiz
  7. 2 km Back to Basiao

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How to reach Basiao

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Basiao by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Hill stations & viewpoints1487Culasi Hill (13 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves1275Malacha Island (1 km)
    Churches1122Grotto (8 km)
    Waterfalls418Hawili Falls, Tangalan (42 km)
    Forts & heritage917Alcatraz Ruins (14 km)
    Caves415Sohoton Cave (23 km)
    Beaches & coast28Gugma Beach (7 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs13Marugo Dam (38 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens13Bakhawan Eco-Park (42 km)
    Museums02Culasi Museum & Library (81 km)
    Other attractions11Sacred Heart of Jesus Statue (12 km)
    Parks11Pastrana Park (44 km)

    Basiao: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Basiao?

    Malacha Island (island, about 1 km), Marokol Diotay Island (island, about 2 km), Mahabang Island (island, about 3 km), Mabay Island (island, about 4 km), Tigues (river spot, about 6 km), Tuad Island (island, about 7 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Basiao?

    60 places on Spotwander: 14 hill stations & viewpoints, 12 rivers, islands & mangroves, 11 churches, 4 waterfalls, 9 forts & heritage.

    Which is the nearest viewpoint to Basiao?

    Culasi Hill, about 13 km by road; Split Peak (14 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Basiao?

    Malacha Island, about 1 km by road; Marokol Diotay Island (2 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Basiao?

    Grotto, about 8 km by road; Capiz Evangelical Church (16 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Basiao?

    Start in Basiao, visit Malacha Island, then Tigues, then Mabay Island, then Mahabang Island, then Marokol Diotay Island, and drive back — about 21 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Basiao?

    October to February for cool, clear air for hill stations & viewpoints; September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Basiao

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Basiao’s location and population from GeoNames. Data sources & credits.