we reached the so-called "hidden paradise" of bicolandia, the Calaguas islands.
The Calaguas is a group of islands in the Philippine province of Camarines Norte. It includes the major islands of Tinaga Island and Guintinua Island, the minor Maculabo Island, as well as several other minor islands.
Most of the islands are under the administrative jurisdiction of Vinzons, Camarines Norte, while the minor island of Maculabo is under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Paracale, Camarines Norte. Recently, the island of Tinaga where the famous long beach called Mahabang Buhangin is located is experiencing influx of tourists in the area despite the absence of accommodation. Campers and backpackers are coming and going daily to experience its powdery white sands and of course the charm, the beauty and the ambiance of this paradise.
I joined the trip organized by Lahing Kayumanggi you can visit the following:
https://www.facebook.com/lahing.kayumanggi.9?ref=ts&fref=ts
https://www.facebook.com/groups/230826090296259/?ref=ts&fref=ts
You can make your own trip the inexpensive way to get to the island.
Via Paracale:
Paracale, Camarines Norte is just about 14.8 Nautical Miles away from Mahabang Buhangin Beach, the nearest jump-off point to the Island
From Manila, book a bus ride either Pasay or Cubao to Paracale, Camarines Norte
(Philtranco | Superlines about P485 - P500+ for approximately 8 to 9 hours).
Alternately Pasay/Cubao – Daet trip is also possible (P580)
a.) Get off at Barangay Talobatib and ride another bus for less than an hour to get to Paracale.
b.) From Daet Camarines Norte, Paracale can be reached in less than two hours by public vans (P50 – P60).
Boat rental: P3,000 - P6,000
Mahabang Buhangin Entrance: P50 - P150
