Island Water adds extra fastcraft trips for Batangas-Puerto Galera route on April 12
Written by: Elmer Balbin Jr.
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Travelers planning their commute between mainland Luzon and the coastal hub of Oriental Mindoro have more options this coming April 12, 2026. Fastcraft operator Island Water has officially announced additional sailing schedules to accommodate the anticipated passenger volume for the Batangas to Puerto Galera route and vice versa.
Additional Sailing Schedule
The supplemental trips aim to provide more flexibility for tourists and residents traveling through Balatero Port. The specific departure times for the additional fastcraft runs are as follows:
| Route | Departure Time | Vessel Type |
|---|---|---|
| Balatero Port to Batangas Port | 01:45 PM | Fastcraft |
| Batangas Port to Balatero Port | 03:30 PM | Fastcraft |
Booking Information and Contact Details
To ensure a seamless travel experience, passengers are encouraged to utilize the operator’s digital platforms for advance bookings. Tickets can be secured via the official website at www.islandwater.ph or through the Island Water Official Facebook page.
For real-time inquiries regarding seat availability and terminal protocols, travelers may reach out to the following contact numbers:
- Customer Care: 09478912988
- Batangas Terminal: 09565137324
- Balatero (Puerto Galera) Terminal: 09542585518
- Abra de Ilog Terminal: 09542677368
Island Water continues to expand its services to support local tourism and improve connectivity between the islands of the Philippines.
Source: Facebook
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Elmer Balbin Jr.
Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
The software architect behind Pamasahe and hailing from Bacolod City, Elmer has years of experience in web and mobile development. Responsible for developing and maintaining Pamasahe’s codebase, Elmer likes to work fast and is always eager to try new technology stacks. Outside of personal projects, he teaches programming to aspiring developers and enjoys playing RPG games such as Skyrim and Fallout.