Hi I'm Joel and just want share with you my personal experinece when I visited Canigao Island.
Canigao Island is a one of tourist destination site located in Matalom Leyte. From Matalom Leyte you need ride a boat which will take 15 to 30 minutes depends on the weather. What makes Canigao Island so unique is unhabitant and protected island,has a light house that's well known man-made structure that make it signifcant, The area is known to have a good scenery, great white sand, crystal clear waters, abundant fishing grounds and scenic coral reefs area suitable for diving.
Various of fresh rare sea foods, amazing under water scenery of fish and coral reef,
white sand and tall trees.
If you are planning for a vacation to Boracay but low on budget I suggest that you try Canigao Island.
You will enjoy the view of White sand beach and crystal clear see water, In the island you will see food stalls that sells fresh sea foods and other basic necessity, you can also see there a lot of trees big or small,I suggest if you plan visting Canigao you'll need to bring undewater camera or other under water equipment to spot the amazing view under water,corals formation and many other kind of fish that will interest you. Accomodation is optional you can rent a room, a house for a bog family, you can rent or bring your own tent that since it has lot of tall trees it's perfect for camping.
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CANIGAO ISLAND, LEYTE: IMPORTANT TRAVEL TIPS
Canigao Island is a noteworthy addition to your itinerary outside of Kalanggaman Island and Cuatros Islas during your trip to Leyte. The island has white sand and clear azure waters that entice visitors to swim and relax afterward. You won’t regret adding this destination to your list because it not only has a beautiful beachscape but an idyllic atmosphere as well.
So, where are you going this summer? With more than 7,000 beautiful islands, deciding can be very hard. Why not go somewhere lesser-known but equally magnificent just like the other famous beach destinations in the country?