Guisi Beach is one of my favorite destinations in Guimaras Island. For most, its main attraction is its excellent beach and clear waters but I like it most because of the 18th century Spanish colonial lighthouse and its enchanting coves and rock formations.
Their sand is not totally white … more like yellowish, which could be because of the vast limestone deposits in Guimaras. I was surprised to notice their shore getting shorter. I was told by the owner that guys in pumpboats frequent the area at night to collect (steal) the sand in Guisi to deposit it in other beaches in Guimaras. Since they can’t secure the beach all the time, a lot of sand in Guisi has already been taken, which is the reason why their beach has shortened and became more rocky. Nevertheless, everyone can still enjoy the crystal clear and refreshing waters in Guisi.
When in Guisi, you should explore the area at the right side of the beach (best during low tide) since there are many hidden coves, small sandbars, and interesting rock formations. Me and my friends like to go cliff jumping at some of the tall rocks (just be sure to jump in an area clear of rocks).
Guisi Clearwater Beach Resort is the main and only beachfront resort in Guisi. I’m so happy to discover that they have greatly improved their cottages and services … most probably because of the increasing number of visitors in the area. They have fan cooled rooms good for four people priced at only P1,000. They also have air conditioned rooms and allow guests to pitch their tents in the resort grounds. We brought our own food, cooked it ourselves, and ordered rice (P10 / cup) from the resort. The resort also serves food for their guests depending on what’s available on the menu. Fore reservations, you can contact Guisi Clearwater Resort at 09195636688.
During this visit, I was surprised to find out about a new resort, Kenyama Resort, built on the cliffs beside Clearwater Resort. Kenyama Resort is more developed and offers more amenities and facilities. They have aircon rooms good for two people with free breakfast for P2,500. For reservations, you can contact them at 09394276433 or visit their website at http://kenyama.jimdo.com.
The view from Kenyama Resort is really nice
Guisi is located in Brgy. Dolores, Nueva Valencia town, Guimaras Province. Guisi is approximately 45 minutes from Jordan Wharf, Guimaras by land transport (Jeepney / Multicab / Tricycle).
This is the parking area of the Nueva Valencia jeepney along the highway. There are a number of sari-sari stores if you need to buy food, toiletries etc… From here, you can ride a motorcycle to go to Guisi.
We rode a Nueva Valencia Jeepney to go to Guisi for P50. The fare to the highway intersection in Brgy. Dolores is actually just P40 but we negotiated with the driver to drop us direct to Clearwater Resort (and skip riding the motorcycle) for an additional P10.
When I first visited Guisi, this dog was just a cute little puppy. Now it’s all grown up.. aww.. I’m quite sad that it’s all caged up now but as I recall this dog wasn’t very friendly to strangers even when it was still a puppy.
Here’s a picture of the dog during my first visit:
and during our my second visit:
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In the Philippine Ilonggo dialect, ambot ah literally means "I don't know." After graduating in college, I decided to hold off pursuing my profession and embarked on a free spirited journey of adventure and self-discovery. My travels have led me to many places across the Philippine Islands and South East Asia. I don't know where this path will take me but I'm certain I'll get a lifetime of stories out of it.
nice pics… i really like your articles a lot coz it’s very interesting and informative. I remember during the Convergence 2009 when Aileen Apolo of Google Philippines mentioned your website EXPLORE ILOILO as one of the popular blogs in the Philippines and some of the participants were quite surprised to know that the administrator happens to be an Ilonggo.
Thanks leojam. Tani nag attend man ko sang conference/seminar ni Ms. Aileen Apolo, hehe. I’m really honored to be made an example for her presentation.
isa siya sa mga speakers sng convergence 2009. when he mentioned your name… i have already an idea kng sin-o ang gina mean ya coz i read your blog regularly kay very informative gid kag updated.
keep up the good work….
That’s great. Mayu ah ^_^
dumaan kami dati sa guimaras on our way to bacolod (via negros)
i dismissed guimaras kasi i used to have that thinking na boracay lang ung may magandang beach. turns out i’ll be eating my words.
GANDA!
Glad you had a great experience in Guimaras. I have yet to travel to the island from the Negros side
weeeee ang pangit pla ng place nyo…. d gya sa mga pic nyo…. ngayon ang pangit na….d na kmi bblik dyan
d naman mganda yung guisi resort kasi ang mahal na ng dorm, pangit pa d organize yung place tagpi tagpi. D na kmi bbalik jan!! Pangit nang DORM………….
^^ I’ve also had my bad experiences at Guisi Clearwater Resort (the resort itself in particular also) such a shame since I really like the beach, its waters, and the lighthouse. My friends, who stayed at Kenyama, also had negative reviews of Kenyama Resort.