The snorkelling and cliff-jumping stops
Crocodile Island and Magic Island are two of the islets that Boracay’s island-hopping boats visit. Neither has hotels or beaches to stay on; you see them from the boat, in the water around them, or — in Magic Island’s case — from a cliff-jumping platform.
Crocodile Island lies off the south-east coast and owes its name to its long, ridged profile, which from the right angle looks like a crocodile lying in the sea. The reef around it is a common snorkelling stop. Magic Island is known for jumping platforms at different heights over deep water.
Itineraries vary by operator, by season and by the sea on the day — the east-side stops are often switched when the wind is up.
Boats moor near the island and you snorkel the reef. Life jackets and gear are usually provided — check the listing.
Choose your height — only jump where staff say it is safe, and never alone.
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These GetYourGuide experiences are the easiest way to add Crocodile Island & Magic Island to your Boracay days:
Bestseller The standard Boracay boat day, and the one most travellers book: an outrigger bangka loops around the island to stops such as Crocodile Island and Puka Beach, with time in the water to swim and snorkel. Hundreds of reviews make it the safe first choice.
Most fun Island hopping pitched at people who want energy rather than a quiet cruise: cliff jumping, snorkelling and exploring, in a group that sets out to make friends. Strong ratings from a smaller pool of reviews.
Private The classic route — Crocodile Island, Puka Beach, swimming and snorkelling — on a private boat, finished with a local seafood barbecue lunch. Worth comparing with the shared trips if you are a family or a small group.
It is mainly a snorkelling stop; most tours keep you in the water around it rather than on the island.
There are several platforms at different heights. Ask the staff and start low.
The classic island and beach-hopping boat tour and the private island-hopping tour both list it; itineraries can change with the weather.
An island-hopping morning, a helmet dive or a parasail at midday, and a paraw under sail as the sun goes down off White Beach. Compare Boracay tours and book in a couple of taps.