The Best Times to Travel to the Visayas

Visayas is a well-loved holiday destination in the Philippines and is frequented by both foreigners and locals alike. If you’re going to spend a vacation in one of the region’s islands, it’s wise to time your travels wisely to get the most out of your break. Here are the best and the worst times to travel around Visayas.

June to August

This is the typhoon season in the country. The best thing about traveling around this time is that the hotel rates are relatively lower and many airlines are willing to offer discounts on airfare. The temperature is also moderate so it can be a bit more bearable than the scorching summer. The only problem is traveling to the islands around this time can be tricky. You really have to pay attention to the weather forecast particularly if you intend to travel on water to get from one island to the next.

March to May

This is the summer season so expect clear skies and calm waters when you travel to Visayas around this time. You also don’t have to worry about getting your flights or ferries canceled because there are no typhoons don’t usually occur during this season. Just be ready for the scorching heat as temperatures can go up to as much as 38 degrees centigrade. You will have to pack a lot of sunblock and water to keep you from getting dehydrated on the way.

November to February

This is probably the best time to travel to the islands because the weather is cooler. If you’re coming from another country, traveling around this season will give you the opportunity to enjoy the longest Christmas season as Filipinos everywhere actually start decorating for the holidays as early as October. Just be warned that since this is a peak season, accommodations in the Visayas islands are a bit pricier. You might also want to book your tours ahead of time.