Event· Busuanga· Philippines

BPI Busuanga Cup

12° 1.6′ N · 119° 59.0′ E

The regatta that opens the Philippine racing season: an overnight offshore race from Punta Fuego on Luzon to Black Island, followed by inshore racing in northern Palawan and a fleet moored at Busuanga Bay.

Practical

The 10th edition ran January 29 to February 2, 2026: 14 boats started at Punta Fuego Yacht Club, Nasugbu, on a 135 nm race to Black Island, Busuanga; hosted by BPI Private Wealth with PHINSAF as the opening leg of the BPI Private Wealth Signature Yacht Race Series (BPI). In 2024 the fleet finished and moored at Marina del Sol in Busuanga Bay (Sail-World); Marina del Sol also hosted the 2020 finale (Yachtstyle). Dates move each year (Jan 2025, Jan-Feb 2026): check the series notice of race. Expect Busuanga Bay moorings to be busy during the event.

Best for

Watching or joining the Philippines' big-boat fleet

Season

Late Jan to early Feb