In the Philippines' Bicol Region, there is a province called Albay. It is well recognised for its natural wonders including the Mayon Volcano, which is one of the Philippines' most active volcanoes and known for its perfect conical shape. In addition, the province is also known for its hot food, which uses chili peppers in a number of its recipes. There's more to Albay, waiting to be discovered. 

Albay, Philippines

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You can fly to Albay from Manila or Cebu, Estimate travel time is 1 hour and 20 minutes. Philippines Airlines, AirAsia and Cebu Pacific have daily flights to Bicol International Airport (BIA). Outside Bicol International Airport, you can ride a van/taxi/tricycle to Legazpi. There is no fixed schedule, the van will leave once it's full.

You can also ride a bus bound to Albay, there are several buses that have daily trip to Legazpi such as DLTB, Peñafrancia, Bicol Isarog. Travel time is approx. 12 hours. You can ride them at Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) if your coming from South Manila or Araneta Center Bus Terminal (in Cubao Quezon City) if your coming from North Manila. 

Alternatively, you can travel from any point in Luzon to Albay via private car or van, travel time is approx. 10 hours depending on traffic. Refer to google maps or waze app for direction.

Note: Rates, fees, and fares noted in this guide are rough estimates/ may change without prior notice.

There are many public transportation you can use to get around Albay. Most of the tourist attractions are located in Daraga, Camalig and Jovellar. If your interested in Island Hopping, you can hire boat at Tabaco, Albay. Most likely when planning your trip, Legazpi, Daraga, Camalig, Jovellar and Tabaco are the areas your are bound to visit in Albay. Below are transportation options around Albay:

Taxis are available around Legazpi City. You can hire a taxi for your Albay tour, just make sure you negotiate the price and discuss the destinations in your itinerary first before hopping in. Usually hired taxi rates starts approx. at 3000 PHP/ 54 USD per day good for 4 person.

There is an amplitude of tricycles around Legazpi City center that can take you to your destination. This is your best option if your going for a DIY trip in Albay alongside Jeepneys; for example if you plan to go to Quitinday Hills, Quituinan Hill and Jovellar Underground River, from Legazpi City ride a Jeepney bound to Camalig then hire a tricycle that will take you to these 3 destinations (approx. tricycle rate is 1000 PHP/ 18 USD, this will also depend on your negotiation skills). 

Choosing a place to stay in Albay is important when planning your Albay itinerary. Legazpi City and Daraga are common city/municipalities to stay in. 

Legazpi City is convenient area since most restaurant, malls, and hotels are concentrated here. Legazpi Blvd., SM Legazpi, and Embarcadero are also located in Legazpi City.

Daraga area is quieter compared to Legazpi City and close to tourist attractions like, Nuestra Señora de la Porteria Parish Church(known as Daraga Church), Ligñon Hill and Farm Plate.

A low-cost alternative to get around the cities and municipalities in Albay. Fare starts at 12 PHP / 0.22 USD. 

Mayon Backpackers Hostel

MAYON Backpackers Hostel

ParmView Inn

Balai Tinay Guesthouse

The Marison Hotel

Casa Bicolandia Suites 

JLF Inn

Mayon Volcano

Ligñon Hill

Kawa - Kawa Hill

Embarcadero de Legazpi

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