The most lively beach on Panglao

🏖 Alona Beach

This beach has very mixed reviews from tourists, and it does have its downsides, but first, let's talk about the positives:

➕ Well-developed infrastructure — cafes, dive centers, travel agencies.

➕ Clean sand and minimal impact from tides, unlike Dumaluan.

➕ Snorkeling near the shore or at the reef 100 meters away: starfish, sea urchins, fish 🤿

Cons:

➖ Crowds of tourists, especially in the evening.

➖ No sun loungers and limited space under palm trees, so finding shade can be a challenge.

➖ High accommodation prices during the peak season.

➖ Access to the beach is only from the main road, downhill, and going back uphill under the heat while competing with cars and motorbikes can feel like torture 🌚

Conclusion: Don’t rely solely on tourist reviews, as everyone has a different idea of the perfect vacation 🤗 Choose a beach based on your preferences. Alona is far from paradise but is very convenient in terms of location and infrastructure.

Post by Анастасия Устюжанина | Sep 25, 2025