Christine How to Get to Camotes Islands: Your Easy Travel Guide
If you’re dreaming of turquoise waters, quiet beaches, and island vibes minus the crowds, Camotes Islands might just be your next favorite escape. Tucked between Cebu and Leyte, this hidden gem is accessible, affordable, and totally worth the trip. So how exactly do you get to Camotes Islands? Here’s your step-by-step guide from Cebu City—and a few alternative routes if you’re coming from other places.
🛫 Step 1: Get to Cebu City
Camotes Islands belong to the province of Cebu, so most travelers first land in Cebu City. You can fly directly into Mactan-Cebu International Airport (MCIA) from major cities in the Philippines like Manila, Davao, or Clark, as well as some international destinations.
🛳️ Step 2: Choose Your Route to Camotes
There are three main routes to get from Cebu to Camotes Islands:
🛥️ Option A: Via Danao Port (Most Popular)
- From Cebu City, head to Danao Port (around 1–1.5 hours north of the city).
- You can ride a bus or van from the North Bus Terminal.
- Or take a taxi or Grab if you prefer convenience.
- At Danao Port, hop on a ferry bound for Consuelo Port, Camotes.
- Operators: Jomalia Shipping and others.
- Travel time: Around 2 hours.
- Cost: Around ₱300–₱400 per person.
✅ Best for those who want an affordable and fairly straightforward ride.
⛴️ Option B: Via Pier 1 (Fastcraft from Cebu City)
- Head to Cebu City’s Pier 1.
- Board a Jomalia fastcraft directly to Consuelo Port, Camotes.
- Travel time: 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Cost: Around ₱500–₱600.
✅ Best for those staying in Cebu City who want to skip the ride to Danao.
🛥️ Option C: From Mactan (Near the Airport)
- Go to Mactan Wharf (very close to the airport).
- Take a Jomalia fastcraft to Camotes.
✅ Best for travelers landing at MCIA who want to go straight to the island without heading into the city.
✨ Arriving in Camotes
The ferry usually docks at Consuelo Port, the main entry point. From there:
- You can rent a motorbike, habal-habal (motorbike taxi), or tricycle.
- Many resorts also offer shuttle pickups—just arrange in advance.
🏝️ Bonus Tips
- Bring cash! ATMs are limited on the island.
- Book ferry tickets online when possible, especially during weekends or holidays.
- Bring a power bank—electricity outages happen occasionally.
- Don’t forget sunscreen, swimwear, and your sense of adventure.
Camotes may not be the fastest island to get to, but that’s part of its charm. Once you’re sipping buko juice by the beach or exploring Timubo Cave, you’ll know the journey was totally worth it.
