Backpacking Kalanggaman Island, Palompon, Leyte

Last 2 days in Leyte and we've spent it in Kalanggaman Island, Palompon Leyte
You can ride a van from Tacloban City going to Ormoc, tell the driver that you'll be dropping off to the Lilia Avenue or the terminal/waiting area for people going to Palompon, Leyte.

When we got there luckily there was a van waiting for people going to Palompon. You will be dropped off at the terminal of Palompon. Just a few minutes of walk, then you'll be in the Tourism Office of Palompon where you'll pay for the fees and request for boat going to Kalanggaman Island.

 fees as of September 2015

The Tourism office in Palompon, just across the church, this is also the port going to Kalanggaman Island

You'll also see the St. Francis Javier Church. Apparently, the church was closed when we arrived so no available photos from how the church looks like inside.

It's your option if you stay overnight or just stay for the day. It will be an amazing experience, though to go on overnight for a temporary island living.

Also, keep in mind that there are rip currents on certain parts of the island. Please do check this reminder which you can find in the island.

While in the tourism office you will be given 2 trash bags: clear bag for biodegradable and the black one for non biodegradable wastes. Your trash will be brought back to the tourism office.

Another reminder we noticed that there are a couple of rats running around during evenings so don't leave your food anywhere. Keep food in protected containers.

Please do keep the island clean and enjoy the island sun and have fun!. I'll definitely go back and visit this island.