Leyte district, Philippines

Places to visit near Butazon

Butazon is a town in Leyte district, Philippines, home to about 3,232 people. Within 50 km by road there are 79 places to visit — 9 rivers, islands & mangroves, 18 beaches & coast, 19 waterfalls and 10 churches. The must-see places are Vulcan (Biliran) (32 km), Lake Danao Natural Park (46 km) and Malapascua (48 km).

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Butazon at a glance

Location
Leyte district, Philippines
Population
about 3,232
Coordinates
11.3072° N, 124.4620° E
Places within 50 km
79 (4 must-see)
Best time to visit
September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Butazon

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Butazon: 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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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Butazon

72 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Butazon. The closest is Calumpijan Island (21 km). Best time: september to february.

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Beaches & coast near Butazon

46 beaches & coast within 100 km of Butazon. The closest is Escoton Beach (15 km). Best time: october to march.

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Waterfalls near Butazon

30 waterfalls within 100 km of Butazon. The closest is Uban Falls Hike (15 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Churches near Butazon

25 churches within 100 km of Butazon. The closest is Holy Name of Jesus Parish (25 km). Best time: year-round.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Butazon

24 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Butazon. The closest is Mount Canjamampaay (13 km); the best-known is Vulcan (Biliran) (32 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Caves near Butazon

20 caves within 100 km of Butazon. The closest is Boho Cave in Acaban Culaba Biliran (20 km). Best time: year-round.

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A one-day trip from Butazon

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 91 km on the road.

  1. Start in Butazon
  2. 32 km Vulcan (Biliran) · viewpoint, Biliran
  3. 14 km Pacdahauan Peak · peak, Leyte
  4. 7 km Mount Canjamampaay · viewpoint, Leyte
  5. 12 km Escoton Beach · beach, Leyte
  6. 11 km Uban Falls Hike · waterfall, Leyte
  7. 15 km Back to Butazon

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How to reach Butazon

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Butazon by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Rivers, islands & mangroves972Calumpijan Island (21 km)
    Beaches & coast1846Escoton Beach (15 km)
    Waterfalls1930Uban Falls Hike (15 km)
    Churches1025Holy Name of Jesus Parish (25 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1524Mount Canjamampaay (13 km)
    Caves320Boho Cave in Acaban Culaba Biliran (20 km)
    Forts & heritage417Boundary Between San Jose and Bayog (30 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs13Lake Danao Natural Park (46 km)
    Parks02Isabel Park (53 km)
    Museums02Santo Niño Parish (75 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens02Sohoton Cave (95 km)
    Other attractions02Sogod Lighthouse (99 km)
    Buddhist sites01Tacloban Buddhist Temple (73 km)

    Butazon: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Butazon?

    Vulcan (Biliran) (viewpoint, about 32 km), Mount Canjamampaay (viewpoint, about 13 km), Uban Falls Hike (waterfall, about 15 km), Escoton Beach (beach, about 15 km), Pacdahauan Peak (peak, about 19 km), Boho Cave in Acaban Culaba Biliran (cave, about 20 km).

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

    79 places on Spotwander: 9 rivers, islands & mangroves, 18 beaches & coast, 19 waterfalls, 10 churches, 15 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest river spot to Butazon?

    Calumpijan Island, about 21 km by road; Poro Island (21 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Butazon?

    Escoton Beach, about 15 km by road; San Isidro Bay (22 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Butazon?

    Uban Falls Hike, about 15 km by road; Busay Waterfalls (23 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Butazon?

    Start in Butazon, visit Vulcan (Biliran), then Pacdahauan Peak, then Mount Canjamampaay, then Escoton Beach, then Uban Falls Hike, and drive back — about 91 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Butazon?

    September to February for rivers, islands & mangroves; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Butazon

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