Sun and Beach

Maculabo Island is one of Paracale's hidden gems. It is a major stopover for boats going to Tinaga Island, which is home to the famous Mahabang Buhangin beach. Maculabo is also blessed with white, powdery sands and pristine blue waters like its neighboring islands. 

Mahabang Buhangin Beach is the most iconic scenery in the Calaguas group of islands, because of its 2-kilometer stretch of fine, white sand beach reminiscent of Boracay island's. Located in Tinaga Island, it is lined with a curation of resorts and campsites where one can wake up to the breathtaking sight of the shore's crystal clear blue waters and fine sand. 

Get a glimpse of the Vanishing Island off the coast of Malilipot, which shows itself during low tide and blends back into the waters during high tide. Include this in your next island-hopping destination and make sure to go during low tide. 

Misibis Bay offers both a relaxing stay and thrilling watersports adventures. This private resort is appointed with luxurious amenities, dining options, and outdoor adventures such as ATV driving to the top of Cagraray Eco Park, windsurfing, Hobie Cat sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddle, jet ski, and wakeboarding.

These towering rock formations get their name from how they peculiarly seem like they were cut right down the middle - hence the name Biak na Bato, which means "split rock". Located on a stretch of white sand beach along Brgy. Ambucao, it attracts tourists because of its unique view of the sea through the rock formations' iconic middle gap.

Paratec Beach is one of Burgos' hidden treasures. It is an idyllic, pristine beach flanked by interesting rock and coral formations on either end of the shore and in its clear waters.

Crocodile Island has an easily recognizable shape where it derives its name from. The small island is a popular stopover for island-hoppers who wish to snap photos of the interestingly-shaped island and its rock formations, which includes a keyhole that is located on what is debated on as either the "head" or "tail" of the island.

Cabongaoan Beach offers a leisurely respite away from crowds. Its shore varies from fine, white sand to rock formations set against clear, blue waters. It is lined with a modest number of private resorts and establishments where visitors can buy refreshing drinks and snacks from while enjoying the view and the cool waters.

Balinmanok Cove is a hidden beach getaway perfect for families and groups with small children or senior citizens. It has several huts thats serve as private accommodations and calm, clear waters that are perfect for swimming. A bamboo swing is located on the right side of the shore, where guests can sit on when the tide is high enough to reach it.

This serene, marine-protected area spans approximately 42.25 hectares that provide sanctuary to 53 species of migratory and indigenous birds, according to the Local Economic Development arm of the Department of Interior and Local Government.