I thought I have seen the best beaches in the Philippines - but not until I set foot on Mahabang Buhangin Beach in Calaguas Island, Camarines Norte. Tell me what a good beach should be and this beach will definitely exceed your expectation.Let me start with the views. As a landscape enthusiast, this place has everything you need to have a memorable snapshot. From the white sand ending into a blue sea and even bluer horizons. From the solitary boat swaying gently on the equally gentle waves with islet backdrops. To the quality rock formations at both ends of the beach fit for some long-exposure shots. And did I mention that the sunset there is just awe-inspiring?
And for the beach bums? Mahabang Buhangin Beach has one of the longest and widest white sanded shores I have ever seen. What I like about this beach is the quality of the sand that is so fine that seem to never end even when you are within few meters in the water. And the water is just so clear and pristine that you can see your feet clearly when standing on the waist-deep sea.
This place is truly a natural bliss and will definitely go back here again in the future summers. Here are some pics:
This beach trip definitely highlighted my 2010 summer. Another amazing trip with good buddies Dong Ho, Scud, Jon, JC, Ian and Alfred.
To go there, book a bus ride from Pasay to Paracale, Camarines Norte (Philtranco, Superlines about P500 for approximately 8 to 10 hours). Alternately, you may opt to take the Pasay - Daet, Camarines Norte trip. There are no regular, commercial trip to Calaguas Island so you need to rent a fishing boat in Paracale. This where your haggling technique comes in handy. A midsize boat that can carry around 8 passengers usually cost around Php 2,500 round-trip.
The boat trip will lead you to Mahabang Buhangin which is the most beautiful and popular spot in the Island. Other than a few native cottages at the right side of the beach, there are no other accommodations so you need to bring everything that you need from the food to the tent. Although there is a community there within a trekking distance, save from other like-minded travelers, you will have the beach - including its amazing pristine beauty - all to yourselves.
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I'm first commenter? Yay!
Wow! The beach looks awesome! Really awesome! I wish I can go there! So this is, in your opinion, the best beach?
saya talaga ang samahan. buti din talaga at nagkasama tayo ulit dito after our davao trip.
wala pang kapantay tong beach na to sa ngayon sa mga nabisita ko.
galing ng mga choice of words! ang hirap kasi madescribe ng calaguas, im running out of adjectives!
+1 for the best beach! Ü
amen dong! davao and calaguas in one summer. :D
astig ang pics. babalik ako dyan next year.
What a gorgeous place! That is without a doubt paradise as far as I'm concerned!! And, as always, your photos are superb! Have a great week!
Sylvia
Would it be accurate if I assume that this is your fave beach? What a delightful destination, thanks for your wonderful images.
ang galing nung A BOAT BY THE BLUE... very dramatic!!!
Ang ganda naman po. Meron po ba dyan by plane kasi ang haba ng biyahe eh.
Kit
Oooh. I can feel the warmth of the sun radiating through my screen. Very lovely place.
Napakaganda naman ng beach na yan. Kaso napakalayo naman puntahan. Pwede ba scooter jan hahaha.
ahhhmmmm... just ruuning out of words and saliva on my mouth just watching all those photos..and i was really mesmerized.. dat's d place iv'e been trying 2 figure out on my mind for a worth and very memorable summer vaca for me and my hubby dis year.. it will be our honor 2 witness with our own eyes to see and be in that place..appreciate the beauty of nature GOD given and yet romantic for a couple staying there.. i'm so inlove with d sceneries already just looking at your photos,wat more if i step on those white sands and blue/green waters.. hayyyyzzzz...
If that is not paradise, then I do not know what is. Great shots as usual.
humanga ako sa lugar na ito...isang mahabang kagandahan ng buhangin..
very white sand! gandaaaa!
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Absolute gem of a beach. I would love to visit that next summer.
I've been to Dom's blog and read about this beach, too. Both of your entries are very encouraging/inviting.
PS. Ang ganda ng concept ng first shot.
kuya! up to now, your pics are postcard perfect! galing talaga!
indeed, that place looks great! another place for me to visit. :D
reminds me of my hometown in romblon...
Hi Norman! Lovely beach, wonderful shots...
Blogtrotter Two is departing Turkey 2009! Enjoy the views and have a great week ahead!!
Oh yes!!! That sand seems endless and velvety, the beach -- oh so inviting. Looks like a great summer for you!
wow...talagang paraisong paraiso..ayun magkasama pala kayo ni sir dong
thanks for sharing at sa info...gusto ko pa talaga gumala kaso kelangan ko ng mag review...ang ganda...will really invest on this after everything! ^^ splendid shots!!
bat kasi ang mga magagandang lugar sa Pilipinas pahirapan marating talaga at ubusan ng bank savings. hehe. But I will not rest until I reach this place......hehe
I must agree with the rest here. This beach is just so awesome. Hope to go there with the kids someday.
LS: I must say that is one beautiful place to visit. I would love to be in that sort of environment. You had excellent photo opts because of all to see.
@pusang kalye---agree...talagang pahihirapan at bubutasan to the max ang bulsa't wallet mo para masilayan ang ganda ng pilipinas...target ko to after board exam!!!
Beautiful beach and capture.
Have a nice weekend.
great captures! i hope I can revisit Calaguas during summer. nagmahal na pala boat ride. keep exploring! =)
ang ganda nga!
eh so, sino yung couple na naglalakad sa shore sa unang pic? haha. tsismosa tlga...
Wow... this looks like a virgin beach!! :) amazing... This should be developed and promoted. ^^
Calaguas is definitely a gem. With all the blog reports (including yours) out there, this island is going to get a lot more visitors. I just hope this won't turn into another Boracay.
very pretty beach, sort of unspoiled pa. awesone blue waters. Great shots :)
i love the beach!
sana makapunta ako dyan.
ang ganda ng lugar. pero tingin ko mas maganda ang pagkakakuha ng photo. nae-engganyo tuloy akong bumili ng DSLR (pag nagkapera na) :p
Awwwww... also went to Calaguas last month. Truly breathtaking. :) Awesome pix, btw. :)
awesome photos! looking forward to hitting Calaguas this April!
btw, do you have the contact person / number of the island caretaker? appreciate it! thanks!
Awesome captures!
@bangingay - http://northlink.ph/tours/ They are highly-recommended. Galing kami nung April 9 and 10.
araw araw andyan ako... kasi taga riyan ako sa calaguas he ..he...he cge punta kayo kaya lang baka maadik kayo...
iba talaga ang hatak ng Calaguas.
will truly drop by here in the future.
this is the reason why pinoys got a high standards in terms of beach appreciation anywhere in the world!
nice shots atty!
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