Calaguas is a group of 17 islands in the province of
Camarines Norte. Tinaga Island is where the famous long beach called Mahabang
Buhangin Beach (locally known as “Halabang Baybay”) is located. The secret to
its beauty is probably its ability to protect itself from man-made destruction.
Being one of the provinces in the Bicol region, Camarines Norte in general is
one of the most storm beaten provinces in Luzon.
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This photo doesn't give justice to the actual beauty of the island
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| A shot of paradise. The water is sooo clear and blue!! |
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What to expect:
- Turquoise clear waters and powdery white sand
partnered with green hills and lush landscapes.
- Long and tiring travel by land and sea. (Sea travel
can be death defying depending on the season)
- Sumptuous seafood cooked fresh. Ask your
bangkero or tour operator in advance.
- Not-so-comfortable tent accommodations.
- If you plan to travel DIY style, bring
everything you need (i.e. wet bag for gadgets, gallons of water, light, food, mosquito
repellent, tents, umbrella, safety kits etc)
- Cellphone signal is almost negligible. There are
claims that there is cell signal on the island. There may be but it is so weak
that it will just drain your device’s battery trying to connect to it. Just
keep your devices turned off or in airplane mode when not in use.
- There are claims of a market on the island (must
be verified on next trip)
- Get sunburned! You know you can’t resist
swimming on those waters for hours!
