Looking for the updated schedule of trips from Maya Port to Malapascua Island and vice versa? Our 2024 Maya Port to Malapascua Boat Schedule and Fare Guide details the latest schedule of ferries and fare rates from Maya Port in Daanbantayan, Cebu to Malapascua Port.
The ferries that traverse the Maya to Malapascua Island route are supersized outrigger boats. There are no big commercial ferries yet on this route.
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When the waves are big, especially in the monsoon months of June to August, expect splashes of water to get inside the boat. Make sure to protect your luggage with a rain cover.
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How to Get to Malapascua Island
The easiest way to get to Malapascua Island is via Cebu City. Go to the Cebu North Bus Terminal and take a Ceres Liner bus bound for Maya Port.
The buses will drop you off right outside Maya Port. The travel costs approximately 615 PHP (~8 USD) (including bus, boat, and environmental fees) and takes about 4 hours.
For more details, check out our guide on How to Go to Malapascua Island!
The most convenient way to get to Malapascua Island is to charter a private car or van from Mactan Airport or any point in Cebu City to Maya Port. The travel time will be reduced to 3 hours and 30 minutes. Then, catch the boat to Malapascua Island.
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The first trip to Malapascua Island is at 5:00 AM, and the last trip is at 5:00 PM. However, I would advise against catching the last trip because there’s a chance that there will be no other passengers, hence you might be forced to pay for the entire boat.
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DISCLAIMER: The schedules and rates are subject to change without prior notice. We try our best to keep the information updated. Shipping companies may also cancel trips without prior notice due to weather and safety reasons.
➡️Maya Port to Malapascua Boat Schedule 2024
No. of Daily Trips: 21
Port in Daanbantayan: Maya Port (see map)
Port in Bantayan Island: Malapascua Port (see map)
Travel Time: 30 minutes
MAYA TO MALAPASCUA (DAILY) | MALAPASCUA TO MAYA (DAILY) |
5:00 AM | 4:30 AM |
5:30 AM | 5:00 AM |
6:00 AM | 5:30 AM |
7:30 AM | 6:00 AM |
8:00 AM | 7:30 AM |
8:30 AM | 8:00 AM |
9:00 AM | 8:30 AM |
9:30 AM | 9:00 AM |
10:00 AM | 9:30 AM |
10:30 AM | 10:00 AM |
11:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
11:30 AM | 11:00 AM |
12:00 NN | 11:30 AM |
1:00 PM | 12:00 NN |
1:30 PM | 1:00 PM |
2:00 PM | 1:30 PM |
2:30 PM | 2:00 PM |
3:00 PM | 2:30 PM |
3:30 PM | 3:00 PM |
4:00 PM | 3:30 PM |
4:30 PM | 4:00 PM |
5:00 PM | 4:30 PM |
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➡️Maya Port to Malapascua Fare 2024
FARE | ENVIRONMENTAL FEE | |
Regular | 200 PHP (~3.5 USD) | 95 PHP (~2 USD) |
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Where to Stay in Malapascua Island
- Evolution Dive and Beach Resort (Check room rates!)
- Malapascua Exotic Island Dive Resort (Check room rates!)
- Hippocampus Beach Resort (Check room rates!)
- Angelina Beach Resort & Italian Restaurant Malapascua (Check room rates!)
- Malapascua Starlight Resort (Check room rates!)
Where to Stay Near Maya Port
- Kandaya Resort – Daanbantayan (Check room rates!)
- D&N Lodge – Daanbantayan (Check room rates!)
- Medellin Seaview Inn – Medellin (Check room rates!)
- Elena Guest House & Resort – Medellin (Check room rates!)
- Maayo San Remigio (Check room rates!)
Your Ultimate Malapascua Island Travel Guide
Malapascua Island is famous for diving. Rare thresher sharks are found in its waters throughout the year, which is rare elsewhere in the world.
Of course, Malapascua Island is not just a diver’s paradise. It is suitable for those who are looking for an authentic beach and island life experience, too.
If you are still preparing for your trip to Malapascua Island, check out our range of travel guides:
- Malapascua Travel Guide
- Thresher Shark Diving in Malapascua Island
- Best Hotels in Malapascua Island
- Best Budget Hotels in Malapascua Island
- How to Go to Malapascua Island
- Malapascua Island Itinerary
- Things to Do in Malapascua Island
- Malapascua Beaches to Visit
- Best Cebu Tours
- Best Luxury Resorts in Cebu
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