Paraw Boat Sailing in Boracay

There are a lot of fun-filled recreation that you can engage to when you step onto the powdery white paradise Boracay. One that I had mentioned in my previous entry was wall climbing. In this entry, I will introduce Paraw sailing.

Paraw is a native boat mainly used for transportation and livelihood in Western Visayas particularly in Iloilo, Aklan and Panay Islands. Its hull is made of wood, bamboo for the outriggers and it has one small forward sail and a larger one. Paraw may accomodate up to six passengers and is controlled by a captain and assisted by a single crew member who balances the boat. These boats come in varying designs and colors. In the photo you see above, it copied the design of Yellow Cab. The Red Pirates is also one of the famous paraws in Boracay.

When the tourism industry in Boracay has started to prosper in terms of international tourists, paraw slowly became a major frolic larking for tourists, both local and foreign. This positive shift in the economy of the island brought a great opportunity for paraw owners in an easier and leisurely way for them to earn a living. Most of these boats can be seen trailing by the shore of station two all the way to station three. Try walking by the talc beach or even at the walkway right in front of the establishments and you will be greeted by these paraw owners and crew, persuading you to go island hopping with their paraws. The last time I visited the island, these people charge 600Php. But you can haggle the price down to even 400Php.

So if you haven't tried paraw boat sailing, be it you're a first time or returning tourist, don't skip paraw; it's one adventure that you surely don't want to miss.



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