Red Pirates Tours
On Captain Joey's Paraw Sailboat

The Red Pirates Tours on Captain Joey's paraw sailboat is most definitely the best way to explore Boracay — in style.

Red Pirates Tours

Island hopping is definitely one of the more exciting things to do in Boracay. When you go for a walk along the beach, paraw boat owners start to follow you around, trying to sell their services. Paraw boats are sailboats with outriggers to keep the boat from capsizing. These boats abound in Boracay.

A familiar sight in Boracay is the pirate sailboat owned by Captain Joey. You can hire his services to go sightseeing around the coast of Boracay and beyond. Captain Joey, who also owns the Red Pirates Pub, lets visitors enjoy their Boracay experience by taking them on his Red Pirates tours.

Explore the Island on a Native Paraw

No visit to beautiful Boracay Island would be complete without exploring the island on a native 'paraw' (outrigger sailing boat). These unique boats have been part of the island's scenery for generations, though only in recent years have they been used for sightseeing trips.

This kind of paraw is found only in a small region of the Western Visayas, and these boats were originally used for fishing or transportation between islands, but since the arrival of tourism, enterprising locals have been using them to show tourists around the various beaches and attractions Boracay has to offer.

The Paraw Sailboat

Red Pirates Sailboat

Paraws are single hulled outrigger boats (not catamarans, as they are sometimes misnamed) constructed from wood and bamboo, and are sturdy and versatile little vessels, ideal for the conditions around the island.

They are enormous fun to sail - on a windy day they skim along at surprisingly high speeds, and due to the absence of a deep keel, have the advantage of being able to moor right on the shoreline - perfect for beach hopping.

Paraw sailing is one of the island's most popular pursuits, and a great way to explore the many beaches and snorkel sites around Boracay, as well as neighbouring Panay and Carabao Islands.

These boats are usually manned by two crew - a skipper/captain and a balancer. Depending on the conditions, up to 6 customers can ride, and there is no minimum number of guests per trip.

The inimitable Captain Joey knows all the island's best kept secrets, from caves to waterfalls and snorkeling sites, cooks delicious BBQ food for his guests, and is rumored to have the biggest smile in Boracay!

Paraw Sailing with the Red Pirates

Updated by sirenna on May 6, 2006

Don't leave Boracay without sailing with these guys! They know all the best spots around the island, and are happy to arrange anything you need - snorkeling equipment, ice box full of cold drinks, beach BBQ, bottle of wine etc.

Captain Joey can create a delicious BBQ lunch for you on a deserted beach while you swim, explore caves or just lay back and relax. Sailing a paraw can be an exhilarating ride on a windy day, or a gentle, relaxing cruise in calm weather. Sailboats are environmentally friendly, and it is much nicer without the noise and stench of an engine chugging away.

This is a perfect if you want to escape the crowds on White Beach and see another side of the island. Trips can also be arranged to neighbouring islands such as Panay and Carabao. Be sure to bring your sunblock, camera and sarong.