Ivy's Vine on Carabao Island in the Philippines is firstly a dive resort as it offers wonderful dives all around both Carabao and Borocay islands. There's deep divng, drift dives, numerous walls, coral gardens, gentle slopes, shallow dives, wreck diving and even a cathedral.That is not to say that there are not other things to do as well.

If you are an ocean lover there are various activities you can do. You can rent a pumpboat and go for an around the island tour. There is snorkeling right out front and you can also go on a snorkeling boat trip. If you are into sailing there are small sail boats that will come out from Boracay or you can charter a large sail boat.

The 3km beach has excellent beach combing at low tide as you will see many of the locals out looking for crabs and seaweed for dinner. We do not have jet skis, parasailing, or waterskiing, but Boracay is only 45 minutes away and boats leave every morning and come back in the evening. A one way trip to Boracay is around 80 peso depending on which boat you take.

If you are not so much a water person or just need a change there is still plenty to do. The hiking is great as there are trails crisscrossing the island. A walk across the island is about an hour half to two hours depending on your fitness or pace. Bicycles can also be rented, but if you want many you will need to tell us in advance.

There are many caves on Carabao island, some of which are very rarely entered and not too challenging. If exercise is not your thing you can rent motorcycles to drive yourself or with a driver. A one way trip across the island is about 20 minutes and costs about P80 per person. Pony rides can also be arranged and are charged by the hour 200 Peso per hour.

There's always just laying back...