Come on, Let’s go to Caramoan!!!

I'd like to share our trip to Caramoan island!! I couldn't believe another adventure is off on our list. At first we were hesitant to visit the island knowing we have to take a looong trip of 15-hour travel (both by land & by sea). Quite a hassle? Yes, definitely cz we always hop into an island with just our backpacks on without any reservation or contact. Also I was afraid expectations would turn out to be, just expectations when we get to see the place. We took the risk and nah! Beauty is indeed an understatement. It's a magical place! Everything is clearly untouched. No wonder why it was chosen to be a venue for survivor. A region of just purely islands which you can completely finish in 3 consecutive days. Unfortunately, we were not able to see all but majority of the islands we hve vsited are just astonishing! Startlingly impressive! How can a sand bar turn out to be a pool with floating cottages which you can just pull over beside you wherever you go? Or a beach between two gigantic rocks that disappear during high tide? Wouldn't you get amazed swimming in a 100ft deep ocean with crystal clear water and still able to see what lies beyond its depth? Scary but exciting though. And my favorite part is when I stood on a mini sand bar and 5 meters next to it is the Pacific Ocean 🤗 A sand bar in an open sea?! I could have died! Haha! It was a hell of adventure! My heart is once again full. We have another great story to tell 😊 P.S. Everytime we go on a vacation, we usually don't cut down our budget in order to achieve a low cost type of travel. We allocate our funds more on food for our own convenience. It defeats the purpose of having a chance to wander through the place and experience its specialties if ever we jump into a defense budgeting. So below is our detailed itinerary and budget break down: 🌊 DIY Travel to Caramoan Bicol 3D2N ▶DLTB Bus Cubao to Naga: P650 each one way ⏺Travel time: 8pm to 6am ▶From Naga Port to south terminal: P8 each tricycle ⏺Travel time: 5 mins (you can just walk) approx 2kms ▶From South terminal Port going to Sabang Port. 100 each person (van maximum 12 persons) ⏺Travel time: 1 hr and 30 mins to 2hrs ▶From Sabang Port to Guihalo port: (boats are scheduled 8 to 11 am 1 hour interval) P130 per person ⏺Travel time: 9am to 11am (2hours) ▶Guihalo Port to resort: P300 per trycicle rental (fixed price) ⏺Travel time: 15 mins. 🏩 Hotel accommodation: P1500 per night with breakfasts for 2 (2 days in West Peninsula Villas) ⛵ Boat Packages: Small trip P1500 per boat half day Long trip 2000 per boat whole day (unlimited islands) *I recommend both for island hopping. You have to get to see all islands. Manlawi and Matukad are two of my favorites 😍 🍛 Budget for food per person: P2000 each Expenses ran about 7k each person (x2) = P14,000 #themepark #beachlife #staycation #campingglamping #awesomepic

PARADISE IN BICOL

Afternoon trip in Sabitang Laya. Sabitang Laya in Lucsuhin group of Island is a triangular island bounded by a long fine white shoreline. The long stretch of the beach can reach up to 2 kilometers if combined. Like the other island, it is ideal for swimmers, beach combers and snorkelers. It is also has tall and large cliffs perfect for rock climbing and repelling adventures. It was claimed to be the “Survivors” favorite shooting location among the other islands of Caramoan. #nationalpark#summervacation#beachvacation#hikingtrails#hotelstay#urbanexplorer

LOST IN PARADISE

Island hopping at Cotivas Island. Experience the feeling of being lost in a paradise. Cotivas Island is like a dessert of fine white sandbars during low tides. It is as if you’re in a paradise of endless skies, with a backdrop of a green tropical island and clear ocean waters gently rushing to your feet. Indeed a perfect place for day dreaming and relaxation. Cotivas Island, like many other islands off the coast of Camarines Sur's Caramoan Peninsula, is uninhabited, creating a deserted tropical paradise ambiance. It's no surprise that it was used as a filming location for Survivor: Philippines and Survivor: Caramoan (Fans vs Favorites). Between the larger islands of Lahuy and Basot is Cotivas. Tourists frequently visit the island for lunch. Small huts now appear, providing a resting place for beach bums who want to spend the day frolicking in the blue waters like a castaway. #seasidephotoguide#bestislandtraveltowns#summervacation#beachvacation#hikingtrails

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