Biri
Biri Island – known as a home to majestic stone giants, covers a 2,462-hectare island municipality with 8 barangays and a population of 11,274 located at the northernmost tip of Northern Samar. Bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the east and the San Bernardino Strait to the west. Biri is famously home to the majestic Biri Rock Formations - seven iconic limestone structures including Magasang, Magsapad, Macadlaw, Bel-at, Caranas, Puhunan, and Pinanahawan, which date back 15–20 million years. As part of the Biri-Larosa Protected Landscape and Seascape, the island offers natural wonders like the Belat Tidal Pool nestled between rock formations, panoramic sunset views from Busay Hill, and rich marine life ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling. Beyond its natural scenery, Biri carries historical significance as a former Spanish galleon entry point marked by three large anchor remnants, celebrates its ocean heritage every June 21st during the Kaway Festival, and offers local delicacies such as Danggit and Sahang (Spider Shell).
How to get there?
To get to Biri Island, travelers can take a 1-hour minibus ride from Catarman Land Transport Terminal to Lavezares Port followed by a 1-hour boat ride, with habal-habal motorcycles serving as the primary local transport on the island.
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Map of Biri
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