Basilan Tourist Spots, Places to See Beyond Beaches and Waterfalls

Just an initial list of possible places to see in Basilan to include in your Basilan itinerary:

Note: Tutubi has never been to Basilan but intends to go there someday when there's already peace and order with no danger lurking in the shadows. Pictures of Basilan to follow when available

Basilan Beaches (beautiful and unspoiled):

White Beach of Malamawi Island in Isabela: best beach in Basilan
Hami Beach of Baluno in Isabela
Sumagdang Beach
Palm Beach


Basilan historical landmarks and sites:
Datu Kalun Shrine
Museo ng Lamitan in Lamitan
Basilan Provincial Capitol
Isabela City Plaza
Taguime Shrine
Santa Isabel Cathedral
Calvario Peak: where the Chapel of Peace stands
Kaum Purnah Mosque

Basilan Waterfalls:

Bullingan Falls
Kumalrang Falls

Basilan Natural Attractions:
Rubber Block Plantations
Panigayan fishing village
Kumalarang River

Basilan festivals:

Lami-Lamihan Festival (Lamitan, June): showcases Yakan Cultural Heritage, historical customs, traditions, the unique colorful Yakan cloth and cultural presentations

Where to Eat in Basilan (restaurants and eateries):
Jollibee Isabela
Anchong Tan in Isabela: fresh seafood

Anchong Tan: provides a panoramic view Isabela city

How to Get to Basilan:

The gateway to Basilan is Zamboanga City Airport where you need to book a flight to. From the airport, ride a jeep to Canelar then walk towards the Zamboanga port where
If you’re from Manila or Cebu, take a flight to Zamboanga City then take a jeepney bound for Canelar and walk towards the port where you need to ride a boat (fastcraft) to Basilan either to Lamitan or Lamitan (ferry travel time 1 hour or 1 hour and 45 minutes). Fare is around PhP140.00 (ordinary) PhP170.00 (aircon)