Overview
Ibajay is a quiet coastal municipality in Aklan province, offering a contrast to the tourist intensity of nearby Boracay. The town is best known for the Katunggan it Ibajay mangrove park, one of the most concentrated mangrove ecosystems in the Philippines, and for its traditional Ati-Ati Festival celebrating indigenous heritage.
Day Trips · Festivals · Nature
Before you go
Culture
The town celebrates two major festivals: Ati-Ati Festival in January and Sto. Niño Festival, both rooted in indigenous and religious traditions.
Nature
The Katunggan it Ibajay mangrove park is the primary natural attraction, featuring over 40 hectares of preserved mangroves—the most species-dense in the Philippines.
Transport
Ibajay is accessible by jeepney and bus from Kalibo, the main transport hub of Aklan province with flights from Manila.