Aside from the private water taxi, another option to go to the island is by Public Ferry via Calapan Port @ Calapan City, Oriental Mindoro – 50 kilometers away from Puerto Galera. It is cheaper and a better alternative for those who do not feel comfortable travelling in a small vessel when the sea is a bit rough and choppy.
Upon arrival at Batangas Pier, present your approved SPASS at the entrance. Proceed to buy the ferry ticket from Shipping Companies that run the Batangas to Calapan route – namely, FastCat, Montenegro and Starlite. FastCat would be the best choice since travel time will be less than 2 hours, the others take 3 hours. Pay the 30 pesos terminal fee and board the public ferry.
The fare of FastCat for the premium economy seat is 290 and for business class is 335 per passenger.
Upon arrival at Calapan Port, our driver will fetch you at the arrival area with our air-con Van or Car and off you go to Puerto Galera which is 75 minutes away. Along the way, you might want to stop by your favorite fast-food (McDo, Jollibee, KFC, Shakeys, Chowking) to dine-in or for take-out meals.
At the Villaflor Checkpoint, pay the 120 pesos Environmental User Fee, and present your travel documents (SPASS and Confirmed Booking).
FastCat Schedule of Departure
A great advantage of this travel arrangement is the FREE INLAND TOUR. The driver, who will be your guide, will make a quick stop at popular tourist spots that you will pass by on your way to your chosen resort. You have the option to do a side-trip and see Tamaraw Falls, Viewpoint, Aplayang Munti, the Mangrove Park and The Galleon at the Muelle Cultural Heritage Park.
The cost of the one-way car is 1800 while the van is 2500 which can be shared with other passengers to reduce the price per person. With the FREE INLAND TOUR, you actually save 2000 pesos!!!
And YES, you can have the same arrangement on your return trip at much lower cost.
To book this service, please fill-up the Online Booking Form.