Once at Boracay, you may find that you really want to explore its stunning natural beauty. This is as easy as saying "tara!" (let's go!) upon being approached by any of the boat captains that will offer island hopping activities. Boracay has dozens of beautiful beaches for you to discover. You'll have the option of sailing on a small outrigger boat or even a glass-bottomed boat where you and your companions can enjoy watching undersea life passing beneath the boat deck. No one knows their way around Boracay better than the Red Pirates, whose red boats flying pirate flags cannot be missed.

There are four main attractions that you must see upon deciding you want to take your adventure beyond White Beach: Crystal Cove, Crocodile Island, the Yapak Bat Caves, and Puka Beach. If you're feeling a little more adventurous and would like to venture much further, there are untouched islands off the coast of Romblon, Antique and Panay with dive spots, caves, wildlife, and of course, more of that pure white sand.

Crystal Cove
This island is 30 min east of Boracay and is visited for its great scenery, caves, and best of all, a bit of seclusion. It's also a great jump off point for diving and snorkeling. There are many stone structures that give it an endearing quality. It has winding stairways throughout the island that will take you to amazing viewpoints or through hidden coves. Its serenity is often a source of romance as many have chosen to hold wedding ceremonies right on its beach. The island also offers "exclusive island accommodations" at the cottages at Honeymooner's Village; and also camping and catering services.

Puka Shell Beach
As mentioned, this is the second largest beach on Boracay and shares that much sought-after sugary white sand. Its name comes from the "puka shells", said to be the finest in the world, that are found all over the beach. There are vendors there that have crafted it into fine jewelry that you can haggle for a steal. A popular attraction nearby is the Yapak batcaves. Thousands of bats from these caves emerge at twilight and fly over White Beach in search of food and often, human flesh (just kidding!). The caves are on the rocky coast east of Puka Shell Beach and are full of giant fruit bats. If you've got a camera and a guide that you can hire on the island, the experience is simply priceless.

Newcoast Beach
This beach is a relatively unknown spot with only a few resorts on its stretch of land. It's a great place for some peace and quiet or to lock down on that special someone. For the sake of preserving its solitude and mystery, we'll let you figure out where it is on your own.

Crocodile Island
This island got its name for being shaped like the head of a crocodile (there aren't actually any crocodiles on the island...that we know of). The island has a tract of land that is perfect for diving and snorkeling. You'll see a beautiful plethora of various corals and tropical fish that are sure to leave you smiling in wonderment.

Carabao Island
Just North of Boracay at San Jose, Romblon, Carabao Island has a beach that is dubbed as "the next Boracay". It has the same powdery white sand and crystal blue waters, but with much more peace and quiet. There are also numerous caves in the area for you to explore.

Mararison Island
Mararison is an island 4 km off the coast of Culasi, a town in the province of Antique. Along with a long stretch of white sand, it has five hectares of rice terraces, coconut trees and two caves that are both about 100 feet long. You can also go fishing on this island or go on a hunt for the rare, pitcher plant. Form here, you can island hop 8km to Batbatan island which offers more white sand and natural coves.

Nogas Island
Nogas Island, accessible from the town of Anini-y, Antique, has a fascinating variety of bird and plant species which is great for those interested in studying them or taking some beautiful pictures.

Gigantes Islands
Gigantes, or Giant Islands is a set of mysterious islets at the northwestern tip of Panay. Gigantes North and Gigantes South, which are the only ones inhabited, are the largest of the group. Gigantes can refer to the gigantic stone monoliths with forested slopes and breathtaking hidden coves. Gigantes North is famed as the most beautiful not just amid the other Gigantes islets, but, arguably, in the entire country. It has a white beach in a small cove that, although not as long (1 km), more than rivals Boracay's beauty. Lurking behind the beach is a coconut jungle with two very deep caves for spelunking. There are some cottages available for rent there for a cheap price in the likely case that you fall in love with the place.

Maniguin Island
Also known as Hammerhead Island, is one of Boracay's premiere dive spots. Within its two main dive zones (West Wall and The Ear) lurk barracudas, triggerfish, butterflyfish, sharks, eagel rays and manta rays amid gorgeous topography. Maniguin is accessible via 2 to 3 hour speedboat from Boracay.