These notes have been compiled with information from our visit to the Visayan Islands in 2012 and from locals and another cruising folk who have also visited the area and are happy to share their information.

We found the Visayas to be an excellent cruising ground, with numerous good anchorages, friendly people, great snorkeling and diving opportunities, great weather and many options for reprovisioning.

They also provide a good passage through the Philippines for boats going west from Palau or boats traveling from Malaysia and wanting to go east to Palau, while avoiding Mindanao, Sulu Archipelago, and the Tawi Tawi Islands.

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Sue Woods

MV Solita

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