Airports
 There are no direct connections to Puerto Galera by air, though it is possible to fly into San Jose on the occidental side of Mindoro. Practically all flights into San Jose originate in Manila, and onward travel to Puerto Galera requires a lengthy ride by bus or hire car.
McGuire Field in San Jose was originally a US Air Force base, which was later converted for public use. Asian Spirit is the primary carrier with daily flights to and from Manila, though Philippine Airlines and Air Philippines previously frequented McGuire Field.
This domestic airfield is very small and offers only basic facilities. Toilets, telephones and a modest information desk are onsite, and there are very few public transportation options. Tourists will need to transfer to the bus terminal in San Jose in order to arrange public transport to Puerto Galera.
The only way transportation by air becomes practical is when planning a tour of the entire island. The land-and-sea route is efficient and much more preferable.
Public Transport
It is convenient to reach Puerto Galera from Manila, and virtually all of the region's tourists arrive via the two-part land-and-sea route that originates in Pasay City, Manila. Departures are frequent, and buses reach Batangas Pier in about three hours. It is important to make sure that the bus is bound for the pier rather than Batangas Bus Terminal.
 From Batangas, all that separates visitors from the beaches of Puerto Galera is a quick journey by sea. Boats range from simple outriggers to modern, air-conditioned fast-craft ferries. It is also possible to take a hire car along with you on a RORO (roll-on/roll-off) ferry.
Once you have landed on Mindoro Island, reliable public transportation is available to the primary tourist destinations. It is possible to charter banca boats from Puerto Galera to several of the beaches along the coastline. Heading away from the most prominent areas, transportation becomes less reliable and typically needs to be arranged on a per-trip basis.
 The ubiquitous jeepney pervades the transportation scene in Puerto Galera. These WWII-style jeeps come in two sizes and are more popular than buses. They ply regular routes between Puerto Galera and practically every other city on the island. While most of these vehicles are classy remakes of older models, there are still a few vintage jeeps carting passengers around the Philippines.
Within individual towns and resort areas, tricycle rickshaws are a popular mode of transport. These peddle-cabs are manned by hardy drivers eager to cover surprisingly long distances. They can also be hired on an hourly basis for leisurely sightseeing tours around Puerto Galera.
Historically, most transportation around Puerto Galera took place in small outrigger and banca boats. Even the tricycle is a relatively new addition to the transport scene. There are virtually no regular taxis on the island. While it is possible to arrange hire cars through small privately-owned travel agents around Puerto Galera, most tourists choose to bring hire cars with them on the ferry.
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