Top 10 Tourist Spots in Antique

1. Malalison Island

Malalison Island, commonly called as Mararison Island by the locals, is one of the
best tourist spots in Antique. It is a 55-hectare island of rolling hills covered with
grasses, stretches of white sand and pebble beaches, and rock formations. On the
beachfront, there is a lovely 100-meter shifting sandbar surrounded with clear blue
waters teeming with marine life best for swimming and snorkeling. The most
recommended thing to do on the island is trekking atop the rolling hills, they call
it Lantawan. It offers 360° spectacular view of the entire island including the beaches,
nearby Nablag Islet and looming mountains of the mainland.
Malalison Island is located in Culasi, Antique.
 2. Seco Island

Seco Island is among the most beautiful islands of Antique and quite known in
the entire county. It is a flat, elbow-shaped island which features a 1.5-kilometer
stretch of white sand beach and a spectacular sandbar surrounded by crystal clear
turquoise waters. Aside from the trees and white sand, there’s nothing more on the
island that makes it a perfect destinations for visitors who just want to relax at the
beach or enjoy beach sports. It is also a popular kite surfing destination in the province
wherein most kite surfers from Boracay go. The island is very remote which requires
about 2 hours boat ride from the mainland.
 3. Nogas Island

Nogas Island is one of the known tourist spots in Antique, a 24-hectare island
covered with lush greenery. There is a white sand beach on the island good for
swimming and several meters off it are good spots for snorkeling since the waters
abound in corals and biodiversity. On the quest to explore the island, visitors may follow
an established trail arrayed with kalachuchi trees towards the central part of the island
where the towering lighthouse is standing. Atop the lighthouse is a fascinating view of
the island. Several steps away from the lighthouse is the notable 100-year old creepy
Balete Tree. Sira-an Hot Spring is the major jump-off point to the island.
Nogas Island is situated in Anini-y, Antique.
 4. Igpasungaw Falls

Igpasungaw Falls is a series of waterfalls tucked in the forested lands of

Antique. Every level of cascade has its own catch basin which is good for swimming,
cliff jumping and some waterfall sliding. Going atop the higher levels of the falls means
crossing the river and following an unestablished trail. This is a great destination for
adventure and thriller seekers since going to the falls itself requires 45-minute of
ascending and descending trek through the farm and forest lands, mini waterfalls,
bamboo bridges and crossing rivers. The falls is truly a crown jewel of the province and
a promising destination for adventure.
Igpasungaw Falls is situated in Sebaste, Antique.
 5. Malumpati Cold Spring

Malumpati Cold Spring is one of the most visited tourist spots in Antique
among locals and foreign tourists. It features an a very cold and refreshing developed
pool along a calm river. The clear blue green freshwater of the spring pool with
considerable depth is the best summer destination of the province perfect for
swimming. Diving platforms are also installed to add more thrill to the visitors. Other
things to do on the premises are zip lining, wall climbing and rappelling. Huts are
available for rent and rooms for overnight stay.
Malumpati Cold Spring is located in Pandan, Antique.
 6. Bugang River

The calm river flowing in the Malumpati Cold Spring is the reputable Bugang
River, recognized as “The Cleanest Inland Body of Water” in the Philippines and has
received several awards over the years. Aside from this, Bugang River is a famous
destination for river tubing in Antique. Just 15-minute walk away from the premises
of Malumpati Cold Spring is the main spring source of Bugang River which forms a very
deep and enchanting blue-green lagoon but swimming is prohibited. Few steps below
the lagoon marks the start of the Bugang River tubing adventure from a free-flowing of
the river to the rushing rapids passing though towering trees and vegetation on the
riversides. The adventure ends when Malumpati Cold Spring is reached back.
Bugang River is situated in Pandan, Antique.
 7. Bugtong Bato Falls

`Bugtong Bato Falls is one of the hidden tourist spots in Antique, a 7-tier
waterfalls tucked in the mountain side of the province. Out of 7 cascades, 3 are only
accessible to the visitors. The first level is a majestic one with a wide basin good for
swimming while the boulders on its sides serve as picnic grounds for the visitors. Going
to the second level of the falls requires few minutes of trekking and climbing the steep
staircase perched on the side of the cliff. The second one is a smaller falls. Exploring
again the third level requires climbing an uneven staircase-like bedrock while holding a
rope just beside the falls. The third level is more majestic good for swimming and cliff
jumping. The falls is at its full glory during rainy season.
Bugtong Bato Falls is located in Tibiao, Antique.
 8. Kayak Inn

Kawa Hot Bath is the famous thing to do in the province of Antique, although
there are resorts offering this kind of experience, Kayak Inn is the most recognized
one. Kawa Hot Bath is a relaxing experience originated in Antique wherein a large kawa
(pot) is filled with lukewarm water and added flowers, leaves and herbs while firewood
is lit underneath making the water warm enough for a person to soak. Kayak Inn is
situated on a highland beside the Tibiao River with a great view of the jungle clad
mountains and fields. Kawa Hot Bath is available for solo, couples or groups.
Kayak Inn is located in Tibiao, Antique.
 9. Tibiao Fish Spa

Tibiao Fish Spa is one of the popular tourist spots in Antique for relaxation. The
main attraction on the spa is the feet massage done by hundreds of Therafishes
feasting on the dead skin cells on the feet of the visitors. Most visitors enjoy this tickling
and relaxing experience especially with friends or families. Kawa Hot Bath as well as
body massage are some of the most-availed services being offered at the spa.
Overnight accommodations are available.
Tibiao Fish Spa is located in Tibiao, Antique.
 10. Antique Rice Terraces

Antique Rice Terraces is a recently discovered cultural treasure in the province

of Antique. Who would have thought that in a silent valley of the province lies the most
preserved approximately 200-year old Rice Terraces sprawling on 600-hectare
agricultural lands built by the Iraynon Bukidnon indigenous group. A viewing area offers
breath-taking scenery of the rice terraces being irrigated by 2 waterfalls nearby and
surrounded by the towering forest-clad mountains. It is a lovely valley but to get onsite
requires conquering 5 mountains and crossing rivers on a roughly 5 hour challenging
trek. Coordinate with the Antique Provincial Tourism Office if you want to visit this
destination.
Antique Rice Terraces is situated in San Remigio, Antique.