I've been a fan of white beaches - I'm not talking about the crowded Boracay, but those secluded and off the beaten path in the Philippines. Some are already known by many yet undeveloped - giving you the raw and natural beauty of the place.
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WHAT TO PACK FOR BEACH
Here are some things you might consider bringing with you for your day tour / adventure:
- Stylish face mask
- Water container/tumbler to rehydrate
- Sunscreen for skin protection
- Goggles for swimming or snorkeling
- Stylish Swimsuit
- Travel backpack / luggage
- Reusable vacuum storage packs
- Selfie stick
- Waterproof phone case
- Acion cam
- Camping tent
- WiFi kit
- Power bank
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So here, we list SEVEN white sand beaches that you should see and visit in Southern Luzon:
1. Cagbalete Island
Unspoiled beach with white sand and pristine blue waters - Cagbalete Island is your next getaway in the Philippines.
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| White sand beach at Cagbalete Island |
Cagbalete is an island off the east coast of Luzon, Philippines on Lamon Bay. It is part of Quezon Province and administered by the municipality of Mauban.
Location: Mauban, Quezon [ Get Directions ]
Travel Time: 5-6 hours (from Metro Manila)
Where to stay: MVT Sto. Nino Beach Resort
2. Laiya Beach
This beach in San Juan, Batangas is perfect for weekend getaway for the family, barkada boding or company outing.
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| Me at Laiya Beach |
Laiya is a 3-hour drive and a popular beach destination near Manila because of its amazing ivory shore and crystal clear turquoise colored sea water.
Location: San Juan, Batangas [ Get Directions ]
Travel Time: 3-4 hours (from Metro Manila)
Where to stay: La Luz Beach Resort and Spa, Blue Coral Beach Resort
3. Masasa Beach
Masasa Beach is arguably the best beach in Tingloy, the only municipality in Batangas that is not on mainland Luzon.
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| Masasa Beach |
Its main island is the fish-shaped Maricaban, off the tip of Calumpang Peninsula separating Balayan Bay from Batangas Bay. Masasa Beach has been famous in recent years.
Location: Tingloy, Batangas [ Get Directions ]
Travel Time: 4-5 hours (from Metro Manila)
4. Calaguas
Calaguas, also known as Calaguas Islands, is a group of islands located in the Philippine province of Camarines Norte.
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| Calaguas |
Calaguas includes the major islands of Tinaga Island and Guintinua Island, the minor Maculabo Island, as well as several other minor.
Location: Vinzons, Camarines Norte [ Get Directions ]
Travel Time: 10-12 hours (from Metro Manila)
5. Manuel Uy
Famous for being an ideal place for beach camping, Manuel Uy Beach Resort offers an excellent place for those who want to rough it out. It is located along the western coast of the Calatagan peninsula.
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| Manuel Uy Beach Resort |
Manuel Uy features a long-mile stretched white fine sand, blue clear waters and dotted with small trees. It's unspoiled beach that will surely give you an exciting backpacking experience.
Location: Calatagan, Batangas [ Get Directions ]
Travel Time: 3-4 hours (from Metro Manila)
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Klook.com6. Alibijaban Island
Alibijaban is a small island located off the southeastern coast of Bondoc Peninsula in the Philippines. It belongs administratively to the municipality of San Andres, Quezon province, and is coterminous with the barangay of the same name.
The island is known for its pristine mangrove forest and coral reefs. It is also visited for its white sandy beaches and rich bird life.
That's our ultimate list of White Sand Beaches in Southern Luzon! Where do you think you visit first? Let me know in the comments!
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| Alibijaban Beach |
The island is known for its pristine mangrove forest and coral reefs. It is also visited for its white sandy beaches and rich bird life.
Location: San Andres, Quezon Province [ Get Directions ]
Travel Time: 12 hours (from Metro Manila)
7. Sabitang Laya
The Sabitang Laya Island is a triangular-shaped famous island in Caramoan. It has two twin beaches, the Sabitang Laya Beach and the other is the Bag-ing Beach.
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| Sabitang Laya |
Like many other islands in Caramoan, Sabitang Laya is specked with jagged cliffs and rock formations, a stunning backdrop.
Location: Caramoan, Camarines Sur [ Get Directions ]
Travel Time: 10-12 hours (from Metro Manila) depending on your choice of route
That's our ultimate list of White Sand Beaches in Southern Luzon! Where do you think you visit first? Let me know in the comments!
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