Guiuan Protected Landscape and Seascape

Guiuan Protected Landscape and Seascape covers more than 60,000 hectares of coastal area with seven islands, coral reefs, mangrove forests, and limestone hills. The diversity of habitats from shallow coastal zones to forested islands makes this region ecologically significant.

The area was first protected in 1978 as a Marine Reserve and Tourism Zone, then reclassified in 1994 as a Protected Landscape. This shift in status reflects how conservation approaches have evolved over time.

Local fishing communities carry on traditional methods while actively participating in conservation work across the marine protected areas. This blend of age-old practices and modern protection shapes how people relate to the sea in this region.

Visitors need permits to access protected areas, with specific rules for activities like research, photography, and nature observations. Check local regulations before visiting and stick to designated routes to help preserve the environment.

A 120-meter-tall coral ridge covered with native plants runs from Guiuan to Songi Point and creates distinct ecological zones. This natural formation is rare, unusually connecting sea and land habitats in one feature.