Malamawi Beach

Malamawi Beach is a hidden paradise and the top tourist spot in Isabela, Basilan. It is a privately owned resort with a long stretch of fine white sand shoreline. The resort has a wide area with open ground covered with grass, coconuts, and other trees, maintaining a relaxing ambience. There are cottages for rent and a function hall. A store and canteen are available inside the resort premises. Also, parking areas are available.



The view of the fine white sand of Malamawi Beach.
Photo: Stunning Views of Malamawi Beach.


How to Get to Malamawi Beach:

  1. By Air: Book a flight from Manila to Zamboanga City. Travel time is about an hour and fifteen minutes. Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines have daily flights to their international airport.
  2. Then, I bought a FastCraft Ferry ticket at the port to Isabela City.
  3. Chartered a habal-habal to the entrance of Malamawi BeachREAD: Featuring Basilan - Solo-Backpacking in Mindanao