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Calatagan
 is known for its epic coastline dotted with seafront gems that would satisfy any beach lover. Here, paradise stretches beyond the shores.


Flanked by Balayan Bay, Pagaspas Bay and Verde Island Passage, this peninsula’s waters are among the most biodiverse in the world. This means that snorkeling and scuba diving are exciting options when you head out into the sea.

Floating cottage at Casa Astillero

Personally, I've been to Calatagan a few times. In 2014, I was lucky to join my girlfriend's barkada trip to Casa Astillero, a camping each resort in Barangay Sta. Ana, Calatagan.


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WHAT TO PACK FOR BATANGAS

Here are some things you might consider bringing with you for your day tour / adventure:

Shopee is my go-to app for things I needed like the ones above. If you'd like discounts and vouchers, you may get the best offers here:

Calatagan Beach Resorts

Here are top resorts you can book in Calatagan, Batangas:


Stilts Calatagan Resort

Often called “the Maldives of the Philippines”, just 3-4 hours away from the busy capital, the resort offers the much needed getaway in the best of tropical traditions.

Stilts Calatagan Resort

At Stilts, you have the option of staying in a beach cottage, villa, campsite, treehouse, or even in one of their iconic "floating" cottages hovering above the sea.


Room rate starts at: Php 6,000.00 via Trip.com

Address: Barangay Sta Ana, Calatagan, Philippines Get Directions ]
Contact number: 0917 580 7653 / 0917 5863343
Email: stilts.sales@gmail.com
Instagram: @stiltscalatagan

Get the best prices from Trip.com



Manuel Uy Beach Resort

Famous for being an ideal place for beach campingManuel 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.  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.

Manuel Uy Beach Resort

Day tour 5:30am - 5pm
  • Entrance Fee
    Below 6 yrs old are free
    Regular (7-59yrs old) ₱250 
    Senior Citixen/PWD ₱178 

Overnight 5:30am - 12noon the next day
  • Entrance Fee
    Below 6 yrs old are free
    Regular (7-59yrs old) ₱350
    Senior Citixen/PWD ₱250 

Tent Rental (2-3pax) ₱500 
*there is campsite fee for bringing your own tent depending on the size

Table and Chair Rental ₱500

Address: Barangay Sta. Ana, Calatagan, Batangas Get Directions ]
Email: manueluybeachresort@gmail.com

Cheapest Flights and Airline Tickets Online Booking

Aquaria Water Park

Aquaria Water Park, developed and managed by Millennial Resorts Corporation, is a water park especially designed for families, friends, beach lovin’ travelers and for anyone who wants a quick and satisfying leisurely break mixed with an enjoyable water adventure. It also has swimming pools with giant three-storey high pool slide and fun outdoor activity.

Aquaria Water Park

DAY TOUR (Aquaria Water Park is open DAILY (except Tuesdays) from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm)

PEAK SEASON (January – July; December 1-29):

LEAN SEASON (August 1 – September 30):
  • Weekdays (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱850/Adult
    ₱425/Child

  • Weekends, Holidays & Long Weekends (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,000/Adult
    ₱500/Child

HOLIDAYS
  • Weekdays (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,100/Adult
    ₱550/Child

  • Weekends (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,250/Adult
    ₱625/Child

OCTOBER 1 – NOVEMBER 30
  • Weekdays (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,000/Adult
    ₱500/Child

  • Weekends (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,150/Adult
    ₱575/Child

CABANAS
  • POOL CABANAS
    Capacity: max of 6 persons
    Rental Fee: ₱2,100

  • BOARDWALK CABANA
    Capacity: max of 6persons
    Rental Fee: ₱1,750

  • BEACH FRONT CABANAS
    Capacity: max of 5 persons
    Rental Fee: ₱1,250

  • MEDIUM CABANAS
    Capacity: max of 5 persons
    Rental Fee: ₱1,550

  • LARGE CABANAS
    Capacity: max of 8 persons
    Rental Fee: ₱2,100


Child Policy: Child rate will apply to 4ft and below. For 1 year old and below, free of charge

Food: Bringing of outside food is subject to a corkage fee of ₱200 net per person. Cooking equipment are not allowed. However, light snacks such as chips, chocolates, sodas, and bottled water are free of charge. There are in-house restaurants that serves Filipino food and ala carte meals where you can dine.

Alcoholic Drinks: bringing of wine/liquor is subject to corkage fee of ₱500 per bottle for local drinks and ₱1,000 per bottle for imported drinks.


Address: Calatagan South Beach, Brgy. Sta. Ana, Calatagan, Batangas Get Directions ]
Contact number: 09992253333
Website: https://aquaria.millennial-resorts.com/ 
Email: reservations@millennial-resorts.com

Get the best prices from Klook



Sunrise Cove

Sunrise Cove Calatagan Beach Resort is a private beach resort, nestled among hills and wooded forests, for the most part, is a tranquil and perfect place to de-stress and be one with nature.

Sunrise Cove

Room rate starts at: Php 3,600.00 via Trip.com

Address: Bagong Silang Calatagan, Batangas Get Directions ]
Contact number: 0920-8400-534  

Get the best prices from Trip.com


The Beach Calatagan Mediterraneo

Formerly known at Villa Vicencia Resort, The Beach Calatagan Mediterraneo is one of the more popular resorts in Calatagan. Aside from the styled sun beds, lounging areas, picnic tables, rattan cabanas and villas, the area is surrounded by idyllic sights — there are views of mountains almost everywhere you look.

The Beach Calatagan Mediterraneo

Daytour Cottages Rates
  • Close Gazebo ₱7500 for 30 pax
  • Kubo Rattan ₱1500 for 8-10 pax
  • Rattan Table ₱1500 for 10 pax
  • White Umbrella ₱1500 for 5 pax
  • Maroon Umbrella ₱1000 for 4 pax
  • Kubo White ₱800 for 4-6 pax
  • Black Label Table ₱500 for 4-5 pax
  • Picnic Table ₱500 for 4-5 pax

Day tour fee is not yet included . For more information about their rates, kindly check at https://bit.ly/TBCEBooklet

Address: Lucsuhin-Hukay Road, Brgy. Hukay, Calatagan, Batangas Get Directions ]
Contact number:  0969 489 4877 / 0969 489 4878  
Email: rontdesk@thebeachcalatagan.com   


Other Calatagan Beach Resorts, Hotels, Transient and Vacation House for Rent




ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN MANILA 

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How to get to Calatagan


By Public Commuting
There are 2 options to access Calatagan from Manila (MNL):

Going there via Bus: Cely Rosa Express, DLTB (See bus schedule here)
Terminal: Libertad, Pasay
Fare: P140 / person

Going there via Van:
Terminal: Zamora st. Pasay
Fare: P180 / person

From Calatagan Public Market or anywhere in the town proper, take a tricycle ride to your resort. Travel time: 20-30 minutes. Fare: P200 (good for up to 4 pax).


By Private Vehicle
For those who are bring own car, you can conveniently follow driving directions from Google Maps or Waze. Free parking is available at the resort.


ACTIVITIES AND TOURS IN MANILA


Best Time to Visit Calatagan

January-May, when the Amihan trade winds prevail. This period is also part of the country’s dry season, so expect little to no rainfall on most days.


Calatagan Day Tour Itinerary & Budget

Here's a sample day tour itinerary for Calatagan:
  • 06:00AM – Bus to Calatagan, Php180
  • 09:30AM – Buy food at Calatagan Public Market, Php100
  • 10:00AM – Tricycle to resort Php50 (Php200/4pax)
  • 10:30AM – Pay Calatagan Environmental Fee, Php30
  • 10:35AM – Arrival at your chosen resort (Php500/4pax)
  • 11:00AM – Island hopping: Php375
  • 12:30AM – Lunch
  • 01:30AM – Swim
  • 03:00AM – Pack up, trike to town proper, Php50 (Php200/4pax)
  • 04:00AM – Travel back to Manila, Php180

With this itinerary, the approximate budget and expense is over P1,000 per head.


Reminders for Your Trip to Calatagan

Here are the important things to remember and to consider before going to Calatagan:


Calatagan Environmental Fee
  • The Calatagan government implements a tourism and environmental fee of P30. It is usually collected by resorts upon entry. You only need to pay it once, so if you’ve already paid it to your booked resort and you’re visiting another resort, just show your Environmental Fee slip.

Money and ATMs
  • ATMs and money remittance centers are located in Calatagan town proper. Make sure to bring enough cash since most of the establishments in the coastal areas do not accept card payments. Some do accept GCash payments today. 

Restaurants
  • Most of the restaurants are located in town proper. However, some resorts do have their own in-house restaurants.

Cellular Network
  • The signal for the majority of network providers is strong in most of the areas and becomes weaker near the beach areas.



IMPORTANT NOTE: The rates, contact details and other information indicated in this post are accurate from the time of writing but may change without IMFWJ's notice. Should you know the updated information, please let us know by leaving a message in the comment box below.

CALATAGAN: Travel Guide to Beach Camp Resorts in Batangas (Itinerary & Budget)


Calatagan
 is known for its epic coastline dotted with seafront gems that would satisfy any beach lover. Here, paradise stretches beyond the shores.


Flanked by Balayan Bay, Pagaspas Bay and Verde Island Passage, this peninsula’s waters are among the most biodiverse in the world. This means that snorkeling and scuba diving are exciting options when you head out into the sea.

Floating cottage at Casa Astillero

Personally, I've been to Calatagan a few times. In 2014, I was lucky to join my girlfriend's barkada trip to Casa Astillero, a camping each resort in Barangay Sta. Ana, Calatagan.


Loading...

WHAT TO PACK FOR BATANGAS

Here are some things you might consider bringing with you for your day tour / adventure:

Shopee is my go-to app for things I needed like the ones above. If you'd like discounts and vouchers, you may get the best offers here:

Calatagan Beach Resorts

Here are top resorts you can book in Calatagan, Batangas:


Stilts Calatagan Resort

Often called “the Maldives of the Philippines”, just 3-4 hours away from the busy capital, the resort offers the much needed getaway in the best of tropical traditions.

Stilts Calatagan Resort

At Stilts, you have the option of staying in a beach cottage, villa, campsite, treehouse, or even in one of their iconic "floating" cottages hovering above the sea.


Room rate starts at: Php 6,000.00 via Trip.com

Address: Barangay Sta Ana, Calatagan, Philippines Get Directions ]
Contact number: 0917 580 7653 / 0917 5863343
Email: stilts.sales@gmail.com
Instagram: @stiltscalatagan

Get the best prices from Trip.com



Manuel Uy Beach Resort

Famous for being an ideal place for beach campingManuel 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.  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.

Manuel Uy Beach Resort

Day tour 5:30am - 5pm
  • Entrance Fee
    Below 6 yrs old are free
    Regular (7-59yrs old) ₱250 
    Senior Citixen/PWD ₱178 

Overnight 5:30am - 12noon the next day
  • Entrance Fee
    Below 6 yrs old are free
    Regular (7-59yrs old) ₱350
    Senior Citixen/PWD ₱250 

Tent Rental (2-3pax) ₱500 
*there is campsite fee for bringing your own tent depending on the size

Table and Chair Rental ₱500

Address: Barangay Sta. Ana, Calatagan, Batangas Get Directions ]
Email: manueluybeachresort@gmail.com

Cheapest Flights and Airline Tickets Online Booking

Aquaria Water Park

Aquaria Water Park, developed and managed by Millennial Resorts Corporation, is a water park especially designed for families, friends, beach lovin’ travelers and for anyone who wants a quick and satisfying leisurely break mixed with an enjoyable water adventure. It also has swimming pools with giant three-storey high pool slide and fun outdoor activity.

Aquaria Water Park

DAY TOUR (Aquaria Water Park is open DAILY (except Tuesdays) from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm)

PEAK SEASON (January – July; December 1-29):

LEAN SEASON (August 1 – September 30):
  • Weekdays (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱850/Adult
    ₱425/Child

  • Weekends, Holidays & Long Weekends (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,000/Adult
    ₱500/Child

HOLIDAYS
  • Weekdays (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,100/Adult
    ₱550/Child

  • Weekends (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,250/Adult
    ₱625/Child

OCTOBER 1 – NOVEMBER 30
  • Weekdays (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,000/Adult
    ₱500/Child

  • Weekends (with free use of swimming facilities)
    ₱1,150/Adult
    ₱575/Child

CABANAS
  • POOL CABANAS
    Capacity: max of 6 persons
    Rental Fee: ₱2,100

  • BOARDWALK CABANA
    Capacity: max of 6persons
    Rental Fee: ₱1,750

  • BEACH FRONT CABANAS
    Capacity: max of 5 persons
    Rental Fee: ₱1,250

  • MEDIUM CABANAS
    Capacity: max of 5 persons
    Rental Fee: ₱1,550

  • LARGE CABANAS
    Capacity: max of 8 persons
    Rental Fee: ₱2,100


Child Policy: Child rate will apply to 4ft and below. For 1 year old and below, free of charge

Food: Bringing of outside food is subject to a corkage fee of ₱200 net per person. Cooking equipment are not allowed. However, light snacks such as chips, chocolates, sodas, and bottled water are free of charge. There are in-house restaurants that serves Filipino food and ala carte meals where you can dine.

Alcoholic Drinks: bringing of wine/liquor is subject to corkage fee of ₱500 per bottle for local drinks and ₱1,000 per bottle for imported drinks.


Address: Calatagan South Beach, Brgy. Sta. Ana, Calatagan, Batangas Get Directions ]
Contact number: 09992253333
Website: https://aquaria.millennial-resorts.com/ 
Email: reservations@millennial-resorts.com

Get the best prices from Klook



Sunrise Cove

Sunrise Cove Calatagan Beach Resort is a private beach resort, nestled among hills and wooded forests, for the most part, is a tranquil and perfect place to de-stress and be one with nature.

Sunrise Cove

Room rate starts at: Php 3,600.00 via Trip.com

Address: Bagong Silang Calatagan, Batangas Get Directions ]
Contact number: 0920-8400-534  

Get the best prices from Trip.com


The Beach Calatagan Mediterraneo

Formerly known at Villa Vicencia Resort, The Beach Calatagan Mediterraneo is one of the more popular resorts in Calatagan. Aside from the styled sun beds, lounging areas, picnic tables, rattan cabanas and villas, the area is surrounded by idyllic sights — there are views of mountains almost everywhere you look.

The Beach Calatagan Mediterraneo

Daytour Cottages Rates
  • Close Gazebo ₱7500 for 30 pax
  • Kubo Rattan ₱1500 for 8-10 pax
  • Rattan Table ₱1500 for 10 pax
  • White Umbrella ₱1500 for 5 pax
  • Maroon Umbrella ₱1000 for 4 pax
  • Kubo White ₱800 for 4-6 pax
  • Black Label Table ₱500 for 4-5 pax
  • Picnic Table ₱500 for 4-5 pax

Day tour fee is not yet included . For more information about their rates, kindly check at https://bit.ly/TBCEBooklet

Address: Lucsuhin-Hukay Road, Brgy. Hukay, Calatagan, Batangas Get Directions ]
Contact number:  0969 489 4877 / 0969 489 4878  
Email: rontdesk@thebeachcalatagan.com   


Other Calatagan Beach Resorts, Hotels, Transient and Vacation House for Rent




ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN MANILA 

Klook.com

How to get to Calatagan


By Public Commuting
There are 2 options to access Calatagan from Manila (MNL):

Going there via Bus: Cely Rosa Express, DLTB (See bus schedule here)
Terminal: Libertad, Pasay
Fare: P140 / person

Going there via Van:
Terminal: Zamora st. Pasay
Fare: P180 / person

From Calatagan Public Market or anywhere in the town proper, take a tricycle ride to your resort. Travel time: 20-30 minutes. Fare: P200 (good for up to 4 pax).


By Private Vehicle
For those who are bring own car, you can conveniently follow driving directions from Google Maps or Waze. Free parking is available at the resort.


ACTIVITIES AND TOURS IN MANILA


Best Time to Visit Calatagan

January-May, when the Amihan trade winds prevail. This period is also part of the country’s dry season, so expect little to no rainfall on most days.


Calatagan Day Tour Itinerary & Budget

Here's a sample day tour itinerary for Calatagan:
  • 06:00AM – Bus to Calatagan, Php180
  • 09:30AM – Buy food at Calatagan Public Market, Php100
  • 10:00AM – Tricycle to resort Php50 (Php200/4pax)
  • 10:30AM – Pay Calatagan Environmental Fee, Php30
  • 10:35AM – Arrival at your chosen resort (Php500/4pax)
  • 11:00AM – Island hopping: Php375
  • 12:30AM – Lunch
  • 01:30AM – Swim
  • 03:00AM – Pack up, trike to town proper, Php50 (Php200/4pax)
  • 04:00AM – Travel back to Manila, Php180

With this itinerary, the approximate budget and expense is over P1,000 per head.


Reminders for Your Trip to Calatagan

Here are the important things to remember and to consider before going to Calatagan:


Calatagan Environmental Fee
  • The Calatagan government implements a tourism and environmental fee of P30. It is usually collected by resorts upon entry. You only need to pay it once, so if you’ve already paid it to your booked resort and you’re visiting another resort, just show your Environmental Fee slip.

Money and ATMs
  • ATMs and money remittance centers are located in Calatagan town proper. Make sure to bring enough cash since most of the establishments in the coastal areas do not accept card payments. Some do accept GCash payments today. 

Restaurants
  • Most of the restaurants are located in town proper. However, some resorts do have their own in-house restaurants.

Cellular Network
  • The signal for the majority of network providers is strong in most of the areas and becomes weaker near the beach areas.



IMPORTANT NOTE: The rates, contact details and other information indicated in this post are accurate from the time of writing but may change without IMFWJ's notice. Should you know the updated information, please let us know by leaving a message in the comment box below.

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