I always find myself saying yes to an invite especially if it is trip to nature. Almost five years already when I first visit Calaguas Island and this year is my 4th times yet it gives me different feeling and adventure everytime I visit this Island. I really love beach waves and sound of the sea, it gives me a certain feeling being renewed.
The Calaguas Islands are located in the Municipality of Vinzons, in the Province of Camarines Norte. It is known for its pristine beaches—the most popular among these is the Mahabang Buhangin beach, which is made up of a long stretch of powdery white sand.
Calaguas Island was once a hidden paradise known to only a few and the bravest of travelers. It is a backpackers’ haven and a mountaineers’ refuge. I was probably still naive and young when I first heard about it in 2009 coupled with rumors of how ethereal was its beauty. What caught my attention, even more, is that many people prefer this island over the more popular Boracay. I couldn’t help but ask why. It haunted me for several years until January of this year, I finally got my answer.
Travel Guide Map
http://loveeatwander.com/calaguas-island/
SUMMARY OF EXPENSES
Tour package priced at P2600 for an overnight stay which covers everything from food, transportation, and accommodation. If you wanna DIY, here is a sample expense breakdown.
2-Way Fare Manila-Daet - P1104
2-Way Fare Daet-Paracale - P150
2-Way Trike - P20
2-Way Boat - P300
Entrance Fee - P150
Water - P50
Food - P300
Tent fee - P100
Total <<>> P2174
SAMPLE ITINERARY Day 0
2000 Assembly
2100 ETD Paracale/Vinzons
Day 1
0600 ETA Paracale/Vinzons. Breakfast
0700 ETD Boat Calaguas Island/Mahabang Buhangin
0900 ETA Mahabang Buhangin. Set up Camp
1000 Freetime. Photo ops. Swim.
1200 Lunch
1300 Island Hopping
1700 End Tour
1800 Dinner
1900 Socials
Day 2
0430 Wake up
0500 Trek to Calaguas Viewpoint
0530 Calaguas Viewpoint. Sunrise viewing
0600 Start Descent
0700 Breakfast
0800 Swim. Explore. Some more photo ops
1000 Pack up
1030 ETD Boat Paracale/Vinzons
1230 ETA Paracale/Vinzons
1300 Lunch
1400 Trip back home
2200 Home.
THINGS TO BRING Drinking water
Extra Clothes
Toiletries
First Aid Kit With Personal Meds
Towel
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Tent
FEES TO PAY Water
P10/bucket
P50 Unlimited
Entrance Fee - P150
Boat Fee
Small Boat up to 10pax - P3000
Big Boat up to 20pax - P5000
Island Hopping - P1500-P2000/boat
for more info check this website.
http://www.awanderfulsole.com/calaguas-island-budget-travel-guide-itinerary-and-why-its-better-than-boracay/
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