Balabac, officially the Municipality of Balabac (Tagalog: Bayan ng Balabac), is a municipality in the province of Palawan, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 42,527 people.

Balabac is a coastal municipality in the province of Palawan, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. It has a population of 42,527 (2020 Census figures) distributed over 20 barangays.

Balabac is a second-class municipality in the southern tip of Palawan consisting of 32 islands. Being the westernmost point of the country, it is closer to Sabah than the rest of the Philippines, with only the Sabah Strait separating the municipality from its neighboring country.

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Jan 9, 2025 · Balabac has by FAR the best beaches I’ve ever seen. Nothing beats its extra fine white sand. Pair with its stunning bright blue waters and the lack of tourists, and you get an absolute island paradise. But! Unlike Boracay or other beautiful beaches, traveling Balabac isn’t …

Balabac Island is the southernmost island of Palawan province, and therefore the westernmost undisputed island in the Philippines, some 50 km (31 mi) north of Sabah, Malaysia, across the Balabac Strait.

Balabac is slowly gaining popularity, thanks to its breathtaking beaches, unspoiled islands, and turquoise waters that rival those of other Palawan tourist spots. Some travelers even refer to it as the Maldives of the Philippines.

Jul 8, 2024 · Things to Do in Balabac, Philippines: See Tripadvisor's 274 traveler reviews and photos of Balabac tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in February. We have reviews of the best places to see in Balabac. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

Like the more popular islands in Palawan, Balabac is blessed with pristine beaches and is home to a variety of endemic species with declining populations. Located in the Sulu Sea, its water is inhabited by a variety of marine life including colorful corals, dolphins, and other species of fish.

Jan 4, 2021 · Balabac is a 2nd class coastal municipality of Palawan Province in Region IVB or Mimaropa, Philippines. Go here to see the elected municipal officials of Balabac. The town of Balabac was separated from Bataraza in 1957 to become an independent municipality.