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The Verde Island Passage
The Verde Island Passage between Luzon and Mindoro is the way into Batangas and Manila from the south, one of the busiest waterways in the Philippines. On Cebu to Manila it saves 85 nm: 393 nm through it, 478 nm without.
Voyages through the Verde Island Passage
Real voyages NaviBoss plans through the Verde Island Passage, and the distance when the planner's padlock shuts it.
| Voyage | Through it | Without it | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cebu to Manila | 393 nm | 478 nm | +85 nm |
| Manila to Davao | 803 nm | 832 nm | +29 nm |
Navigational warnings
The Verde Island Passage is in NAVAREA XI. Keep its in-force warnings, and check the local notices and the vessel traffic service before the transit.
Questions about the Verde Island Passage
Where is the Verde Island Passage?
The Verde Island Passage between Luzon and Mindoro is the way into Batangas and Manila from the south, one of the busiest waterways in the Philippines. NaviBoss places it at about 13°36.1′N 121°04.6′E, in NAVAREA XI.
How much distance does the Verde Island Passage save?
On Cebu to Manila, 85 nm: 393 nm through the Verde Island Passage against 478 nm without it. At 14 knots that is about 0.3 days.
Which voyages go through the Verde Island Passage?
For example Cebu to Manila and Manila to Davao.
Is the Verde Island Passage in a piracy or war-risk area?
Not as of the date on this page: it lies in no ITF/IBF warlike area, JWC listed area or piracy hotspot that NaviBoss draws.
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Avoid it on your own voyage
In the planner, tap the padlock on the Verde Island Passage (or any of 950 passages) and the route is re-planned the other way, with the extra miles shown. Free with an account.
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