Where is Cuatro Islas?
Cuatro Islas is in Leyte, in Eastern Visayas. The four islands are Digyo, Mahaba, Apid, and Himokilan.
The main jump-off is Inopacan, Leyte, where you register and take a boat.
From Luzon / Manila:
1. Fly Manila → Tacloban
2. From Tacloban, take a van/bus → Inopacan
3. Get off near the Inopacan Tourism Office/Municipal Hall
4. Register and arrange your boat to Cuatro Islas. Tacloban → Inopacan is roughly 2–3 hours by road.
From Visayas to Cebu:
- Take a ferry to Hilongos, Baybay, Ormoc, or Maasin
- Continue by van/bus toward Inopacan
- Register at the Inopacan tourism office.
Hilongos is particularly convenient because it’s relatively close to Inopacan.
From Bohol: You can take a ferry toward Leyte, then travel overland to Inopacan.
From Mindanao
A practical route is generally:
Mindanao → Leyte by ferry/flight → Inopacan → Cuatro Islas
For example, depending on where you’re starting in Mindanao, you can travel by ferry to Leyte/Southern Leyte, then take a bus or van toward Inopacan.
Once you’re in Inopacan Go to Inopacan Tourism Building (Cuatro Islas Entry Point) and register before taking a boat.
The usual islands are:
- Digyo – famous for its white sand/sandbar
- Mahaba
- Apid
- Himokilan
Important: The four islands are under different local jurisdictions, so don’t assume a regular Inopacan boat automatically includes all four. Current tours may require an additional arrangement for Himokilan/other islands.
Accommodations Near Cuatro Islas
Philla D’ Afrique Resort
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Inopacan, Leyte -
Has an outdoor pool -
Air-conditioned rooms
Free Wi-Fi -
Good choice if you want a more comfortable resort stay.
Jyn’s Hotel
Inopacan, Leyte -
Convenient option for travelers staying in town -
Located in Inopacan and relatively close to Cuatro Islas attractions.
Serdena homestay
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Hindang, Leyte
Homestay-style accommodation
Particularly convenient for Cuatro Islas travelers; listings describe it as close to the Cuatro Islas port.
Tessla Beach Resort
- Hindang, Leyte
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Beachfront resort -
Pool and restaurant available according to current listings.