Most visitors opt for motorized tricycles, which act as the island's taxis and make up most of its traffic. Rides are inexpensive, usually no more than P200 for individual (per tricycle, not shared with other people) ride to any point on the island from White Beach and much less for shorter/shared rides, and can be found almost anywhere along the main road. As the tricycle seats are (in)conveniently located right above the vehicle exhausts, there can be a little pollution however - bring a handkerchief if you tend to be easily bothered by this sort of thing.
Short rides on busy routes, say from D'Mall to Station 3 or from Station 1 to Station 3, are a standard rate of 10 (up from 7 ) pesos per passenger, but expect the tricycle driver to ask for 20 pesos or more if you look like a foreigner. Long rides, like Puka beach to D'Mall, should cost around P40. Drivers waiting near beaches, hotels, etc. generally ask higher price like P150-200, even if you're alone. May worth bargaining if there are a few people with you and you want an individual ride - otherwise, batter catch a passing-by tricycle on the main road.
Scooters provide the best flexibility at a reasonable price. The downside is having to deal with island traffic which can be unnerving for visitors unused to the aggressive tricycle drivers.
Mountain bikes are also available for rent at several locations along White Beach, which is off limits to motorized vehicles.
To explore around the island, rent a native sailboat (paraw) or motorized outrigger (banca) and visit the many beaches of Boracay.
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