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Experience one of the world’s few pink sand beaches, explore a mangrove lagoon with stingless jellyfish, and connect with the Sama-Bangingi indigenous community. With daily visitor limits, this peaceful, eco-friendly tour offers a rare mix of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and off-the-beaten-path adventure—only in Zamboanga City.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Santa Cruz Island
Discover the Pink Sand Paradise of Santa Cruz Island If you book this unforgettable experience, get ready to explore one of the Philippines’ most unique and breathtaking natural gems—Santa Cruz Island in Zamboanga City, famous for its rare pink sand beach. Formed from crushed red organ pipe coral mixed with white sand, the soft pink shoreline is a truly Instagram-worthy sight you won’t find anywhere else in the country. Your journey begins with a scenic 15-minute boat ride from Paseo del Mar, gliding across clear turquoise waters. Once you arrive, you’ll be welcomed by the island’s serene beauty—no noisy crowds or commercial development, just raw nature and peace.
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Sta. Cruz Island Tour - Zamboanga City
Pickup included
What‘s Included
local guide
Pick up and Drop off from Hotel
air conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
Hotel Primera
Canelar Moret Street Zamboanga City Philippines
Two Seasons Executive Suites
Tumaga Road, Veterans Avenue Extension, Between Tupperware And Margarita Cafe Zamboanga City Philippines
Istiraha Bed and Breakfast
171 D Mango Drive, Don Alfaro Tetuan Zamboanga City Philippines
Ever O Business Hotel
Tomas Claudio Street Zamboanga City Philippines
Grand Astoria Hotel
Mayor Jaldon, Zamboanga City Philippines
Astoria Regency
Scout Limbaga, Pasonanca Zamboanga City Philippines
Rido Apartment & Residence
116-G Putik-Tumaga Rd Zamboanga City Philippines
Garden Orchid Hotel
7000 Gov. Camins Avenue, Zamboanga City Philippines
Yubenco Global Ecotel
Yubenco Starmall, MCLL Hiway, Putik Zamboanga City Philippines
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our Unforgettable Adventure in Sta. Cruz Island, Zamboanga City
kristiner 1972,Jul 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have always wanted to visit Zamboanga City because of their culture and colorful vintas. I thought that our main activity there would be the usual city tour of mosques and museums but the travel agency that I coordinated with offered a day tour to Sta. Cruz island, which is how I learned about the place. The island is famous for its pinkish sand by the shoreline, thanks to the crushed red corals that are found in the area. The most enjoyable activity was the 30-minute lagoon ride which enabled us to learn about the mangrove trees, hold a stingless jellyfish, see a walo-walo or sea krait, and ride a vinta. The water is very clear but not suitable for swimming because of the presence of stonefish and stingrays. We chose the tour with the seafood lunch option where we had a chance to try the curacha crabs that are abundant in Zamboanga. Availing the guided tours gives the Moslem residents a chance to earn extra income so visiting the island is highly encouraged. The Moslems speak Tagalog fluently, which is a plus. Zamboanga City is safe and peaceful, which is the exact opposite of how the media describes it.
A Getaway among the Sand and Sea
419ceasarn,Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Prestine pinkish beach...clear water....no need for a cottage since the shades could be provided by lots of Terminalia (Indian almond) trees...zero garbage..with few visitors, the place seems to be your own...just a few minutes from urban Zamboanga its a place to just be with the sand, sun and sea
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