It's awesome how Shake Shack made its debut in Manila, Philippines in 2019. It's also awesome how the Philippines is the home of Boracay Island. Boracay may be a small island, but it's one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Southeast Asia and beyond.
Of course, you should keep in mind the things you must pack before traveling to Southeast Asia, but just know that Boracay is full of tourists, so you're not going to be the only tourist there. Because there are a lot of tourists, there's a wide range of activities for travelers, even if they're solo travelers who just want to ride solo or are on assignment.
So, here's everything there is to do in Boracay near White Beach, ranked by cost.
10 Sign Up For A Filipino Cooking Class
If you're a hands-on learner, you're likely going to sign up for a Filipino cooking class in Boracay.
We Cook Local would be an excellent choice for travelers, as it offers both private and (public) group cooking classes. All of their classes include food, transportation, a market tour, a t-shirt, and a cookbook. Also, each class can range from one day to five days. Not too shabby for a price tag of $200 USD per person.
9 Learn How To Freedive
To free-dive is to swim as deep as you can underwater without breathing equipment, and you can learn how to free dive in Boracay. There are some freediving courses, courtesy of Freedive Boracay, such as its Discover Freediving Course (1 day for $186.99 USD), Freediver Course (2 days for $324.78 USD), and Advanced Course (3 days for $403.51).
Of course, there are some longer, more extensive courses, but you might not be able to finish them during your vacation getaway.
8 Relax With A Tirta Signature Massage
Love is in the air for couples, who can experience a Tirta Signature Massage together.
A Tirta Signature Massage combines aroma therapeutic massage, Swedish massage, lymphatic drainage, and foot reflexology. In Royal Suite Villas, it costs $66 USD per person for 1.5 hours and about $95 USD per person for 2 hours. In Prashant Pavilion, it costs a little over $55 USD per person for 1.5 hours and nearly $83 per person for 2 hours. The latter is cheaper, but tips are encouraged.
7 Learn How To Swim Like A Mermaid
Have you ever watched "The Little Mermaid" and dreamed about swimming like a mermaid? Well, you can suit up with a colorful tail and learn how to swim like a mermaid.
Adults, and kids ages seven and over, can take 90-minute lessons for around $45 USD per person. An optional post-lesson photoshoot can be done for an extra fee of around $23 USD per person.
So, please don't hold back, and keep the memories for further generations!
6 Go Island Hopping
What's a better way to explore Boracay than to go island hopping? Yes, island hopping!
Island hopping is the perfect experience for solo travelers, couples, and families. You can island hop for around $43 USD. A tour guide will be on-site for the entire four tours, which includes hotel pickup, cliff jumping at five different levels, entrance fees, and lunch. Just remember to bring a change of clothes, a swimsuit, a beach towel, and sunscreen.
5 Try Ziplining To See The Entire Island
You've probably seen the Hotels.com commercial where a guy grew jealous when he saw his friend ziplining with Lil Jon, but have you tried ziplining before? If not, then you can try it Boracay starting at $23 USD.
From 9 am to 3:30 pm, you can fly like Superman from an elevation of 80 feet above sea level. It's a heart-pounding experience, as you'll zipline and then hitch a ride on a cable car to the starting zone. But, beware, tips aren't included.
4 Test Your Kite Surfing Skills On Bulabog Beach
Like kites? You might want to give kite surfing a try.
When in Boracay, you can rent a complete kitesurf equipment set for one hour starting at around $23. Unfortunately, rental insurance won't be included in the price, but you must be able to ride upwind, ride amongst other kitesurfers, and respect the right of way rules. That's a little too much to ask for, but we guess that they just want to ensure everyone's safety.
3 Chase The Sun On A Sunset Cruise
Are you a fan of gorgeous sunsets?
Come on down to Boracay, where you can chase the sun on a sunset cruise. Your tour guide will meet you at Astoria Boracay at White Beach Station 1 at 3:30 pm. Be there or be square, as the boat will leave at 4:00 pm on the dot. The cruise costs just $15.75 USD per person, but the sunset won't wait for anyone. So, get ready to snap a lot of photos!
2 Make New Friends On A Pub Crawl
Looking to make new friends in Boracay? Look no further.
Check out the Boracay PubCrawl! You can enjoy local island music while drinking, playing games, cliff diving, and snorkeling. It's the right mix of traditional and modern culture. It's just around $15 USD per person, so why not take a chance at it? You'll get 10 shooters as well as entrance fees. Plus travelers on TripAdvisor.com have pointed out that the other drinks were cheap, like, say $5.
1 Bring Your Appetite To Steampunk
Want some comfort food? Hit up Steampunk (formerly Bite Club Grilled Burgers) in the D'Mall in Boracay.
Steampunk offers several burgers starting at around $4.50 USD with a side of fries for about $1.50 USD. And, if you're a daring eater, you can try the Triple X burger for $12.50 USD. It's a massive burger for a strong eater with a large appetite.
Steampunk has been wooing travelers for all the right reasons since 2015. Try it, you won't regret it.