Here’s our newest diy travel guide blog about NAGSASA COVE in ZAMBALES. It has a lot of information that you’ll need to delight in Nagsasa Cove and Pundaquit, including boat trip rates, overnight camping rates, and things to do. We also included a diy NAGSASA COVE schedule with list of expenses for your reference.

Nagsasa Cove bears numerous similarities to its much more well-known stepsister. Anawangin’s popularity, however, is also her weakness. Anawangin can get too overcrowded especially during top season. Nagsasa, although beginning to draw in much more and much more tourists each year, provides much more moving and breathing space. It has all the good things Anawangin is well-known for but retaining the much more laidback atmosphere that has started to slip away from the other.

Like neighboring Anawangin and Talisayin, Nagsasa Cove used to be a common rocky coast fronted landward by a rich rainforest that was home to small groups of Aetas. until the first grain of ash fell.

WHAT’S covered IN THIS GUIDE?

UNDERSTANDING NAGSASA COVE
BEST TIME TO check out NAGSASA COVE
HOW TO get TO NAGSASA COVEMANILA TO NAGSASA COVE
CLARK airport TO NAGSASA COVE
PUNDAQUIT TO NAGSASA COVE

PUNDAQUIT boat trip RATESSmall Boat
Big Boat

WHERE TO stay IN NAGSASA COVE
DAY trip vs OVERNIGHT STAY
THINGS TO bring to NAGSASA COVE
THINGS TO do in NAGSASA COVE
MORE suggestions FOR THE poor TRAVELER
SAMPLE NAGSASA COVE schedule with budget BREAKDOWNNAGSASA COVE DAY trip ITINERARY
OVERNIGHT NAGSASA-ANAWANGIN COVE ITINERARY

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UNDERSTANDING NAGSASA COVE

On 12 June 1991, Mt. Pinatubo spewed tons of volcanic ash in a cataclysmic eruption and transformed the site into something completely unrecognizable. Over time, the wind (or maybe the birds) might have brought with it the seeds of agoho trees, a type of casuarina which thrives in seashores in amazing speed. With their slender trunks and pin-like leaves, Agoho trees resemble conifers, which is why people typically mistake them for yearn trees. The surrounding landscape is not as fertile as it probably was before the eruption. numerous of the nearby hills are bald, carpeted only with bushes that occasionally catch fire. one of them serves as a good point to catch wonderful views of the cove.

Photo by Vins Carlos
But Nagsasa Cove is just one of the beaches that the 1991 Pinatubo eruption breathed new life to. like Nagsasa, nearby bays were blanketed by ash, creating Anawangin and Talisayen Coves. These are not islands but part of mainland Zambales. people just easily assume they’re islands because the easiest way to reach them is by boat. They’re tucked away in the far corners behind mountains, which make them challenging to be accessed by land. but it’s possible.

These coves are available from numerous other seaside villages like San Miguel, but the closest settlement is Barangay Pundaquit, which makes it the most typical jumpoff point. From Pundaquit, you can easily ride a boat to the following natural attractions:

Nagsasa Cove

Anawangin Cove

Silanguin Cove

Talisayin Cove

Camara Island

Capones Island

You can go straight to Nagsasa Cove from Pundaquit, but you can also go island-hopping (or beach-hopping) to see the other sited. You just need to make an arrangement with a boatman. and yes, you can check out all five on a day tour, offered that you arrive early!

And oh, Nagsasa Cove has no electrical power and no mobile signal. If you’re searching for the typical resort comforts, this may not be the beach for you. but if you’re after some peace of mind or just an intimate moment with nature, then pack your bags and head to Nagsasa Cove.

BEST TIME TO check out NAGSASA COVE

Like many destinations in the Philippines, Nagsasa Cove is best delighted in between December and April, when the skies aren’t trying to rain on your parade. See the graph below by climate change knowledge Portal.

However, if you want to escape the crowds, avoid the weekends. Nagsasa is relatively close to Manila, which implies it can get packed easily. If you should check out on a weekend, do so before “summer.” The number of arrivals begins rising steadily in March and peaks in April and May.

In my opinion, the best time to check out is November to February.

HOW TO get TO NAGSASA COVE

There are two ways to reach Nagsasa Cove: by land and by sea. It is possible to reach Nagsasa Cove after hours of trekking, but I haven’t tried it myself so I have no idea how it’s done.

The simpler and much more common way is taking a boat from Brgy. Pundaquit. So yep, the first step is getting to Pundaquit. below are directions on how to get there from Manila or Clark Airport.

MANILA TO NAGSASA COVE

Catch a victory liner bus bound to Iba or Santa Cruz, Zambales, and get off at San Antonio Public Market. travel time: 4-5 hours. Fare is between P270 and P360, depending on which part of Manila you’re coming from.  Alternatively, you may also travel by bus to Olongapo City (P218 from Pasay; P207 from Cubao), and then board another bus to San Antonio (P58).

Take a tricycle to Pundaquit. travel time: 20 minutes. Fare: P60-80 if you’re alone; P30-40 per person if you’re part of a group.

Rent a boat to Nagsasa Cove. travel time: 30-40 minutes. boat rates below.

If they’re charging you way over P300 for the bus ride to San Antonio, it could be because they think you’re getting off in Iba. Make sure it’s clear that you’re alighting in San Antonio.

CLARK airport TO NAGSASA COVE

The nearest commercial airport is Clark (Diosdado Macapagal international Airport). From here, Pundaquit is roughly only 3 hours away.

Ride a shuttle (P100) to Dau Bus Terminal. A less expensive alternative would be taking the jeepney from the main gate, but because it will involve a transfer, the direct shuttle to Dau makes much more sense.

Ride the bus to Olongapo. travel time: 1.5 hours. Fare: P140.

Ride another bus to San Antonio, Zambales. travel time: 1 hour. Fare: P59.

Take a tricycle to Pundaquit. Fare: P60-80 if you’re alone; P30-40 per person if you’re part of a group.

Rent a boat to Nagsasa Cove. travel time: 30-40 minutes. boat rates below.

PUNDAQUIT TO NAGSASA COVE

Upon entering Pundaquit, you will be stopped by officials to collect a P20 municipal/environmental fee.

Once you reach the beachfront in Pundaquit, find a boatman that will take you to Nagsasa Cove. Pricing is a bit complicated, so we have created a separate section below.

PUNDAQUIT boat trip RATES

Here are the most recent rates for boat rental and tour.

Kishajó

Capacity: up to 4 pax
Prices are PER BOAT

Anawangin Cove Only: P1200

Talisayen Cove Only: P1500

Nagsasa Cove Only: P1800

Silanguin Cove Only: P2500

Anawangin + Capones Island: P1300

Anawangin + Capones + Camara: P1800

Anawangin + Nagsasa: P2400

Nagsasa + Capones Island: P2100

Nagsasa + Capones + Camara: P2400

Anawangin + Nagsasa + Capones + Camara: P3000

Note that the figures above are per boat, which implies it will still be divided by how numerous you are in the group. A boat can ferry up to 4 passengers.

Big Boat

Minimum of 10 pax
Prices are PER PERSON

Anawangin Cove Only: P300

Talisayen Cove Only: P300

Nagsasa Cove Only: P450

Silanguin Cove Only: P600

Anawangin + Capones Island: P300

Anawangin + Capones + Camara: P450

Anawangin + Nagsasa: P600

Nagsasa + Capones Island: P550

Nagsasa + Capones + Camara: P600

Nagsasa + Anawangin + Capones + Camara: P750

Many trip operators also offer packages that already include transfers, food at camp, tents, entrance fees, and boat rental.

You can work out it down if you’re really on a very tight budget.

The only trip operator we have tried is Harry Balais of LegendHarry Travels. You can contact him at: 0917 6274945.

WHERE TO stay IN NAGSASA COVE

Huts for beach-goers!
Nagsasa Cove is divided into several basic resorts. “Basic” because there are hardly any amenities, other than some open-air nipa and bamboo huts. camping is still the name of the game in Anawangin, Nagsasa, and Silanguin Coves. You can rent a tent on site, but I highly encourage that you bring your own. If you don’t own a tent, purchase one. tent rental is around P500 per night, but you can find a good tent for around P1000!

There are cottages for rent too. here are the fees you need to know:

NAGSASA COVE RATES

Entrance Fee: P50 per person

Overnight Fee: P100 per person

Cottage/Hut Rental fee (Day): P100 per cottage

Cottage/Hut Rental fee (Overnight): P200 per cottage

Tent Rental Fee: P400-500 per tent

ANAWANGIN COVE RATES

Entrance Fee: P50 per person

Overnight Fee: P130 per person

Small Cottage Rental fee (Overnight): P350 per kubo

Big Kubo Rental fee (Overnight): P2500 per kubo

Tent Rental Fee: P400-500 per tent

CAPONES ISLAND RATES

Entrance Fee: P350 per person

Overnight Fee: P750 per person

DAY trip vs OVERNIGHT STAY

It really depends on which sits higher on your list of priorities: comfort or adventure?

Nagsasa Cove is much much more quiet than Anawangin
Spending your night at Nagsasa Cove can be a peaceful, unwinding experience. because there is no reputable mobile signal, think of it as your chance to disconnect from the rest of the world. It’s not each day that you get to do that. It’s an opportunity to unwind and start fresh, especially if you’re going through something. For those who are broken, Nagsasa Cove can make you forget and heal, even for a day.

But going back to basics isn’t for everyone. If you’re maselan when it concerns restrooms or if you can’t live without electricity, it might be too much for you to handle. in that case, just check out Nagsasa on a day tour. You can still see much of what the cove has to offer, but you will need to be back in Pundaquit by sundown. numerous choose to spend the night at a resort in Pundaquit for the typical comforts.

THINGS TO bring to NAGSASA COVE

If you decide to stay overnight,Itt azonban van néhány dolog, amelyet be kell hoznia az eseménymentes tartózkodáshoz:

Sátor. Kérdezd a barátaidat. Lehet, hogy egyiküknek csak egy sátora van, amelyet kölcsönözhet. Egy közepes méretű sátor akár négy ember befogadására képes. De ha Ön az a típus, amely annyira megvédi a személyes teret, akkor csak 3 -ra korlátozhatja. Nem tanácsos sátrakat bérelni. Ha azt tervezi, hogy egy sátrat bérel P500 -ra éjszakánként, árokja és csak vásároljon egyet. A DIY üzletekben és sportházakban sátrak is elérhetők a P1000 -en. A legjobb az, ha meg kell őriznie a sátrat, és nem kell aggódnia, hogy legközelebb megtalálja.

Víz. A magányos strandokban, mint például Anawangin, a víz arany.

Can/palacknyitó és kés. Szüksége lesz ezekre a dolgok kinyitásához. A dolgok megnyitása a fogaival kiemelkedő, de…

Kötél. Szüksége lehet erre egy improvizált szárítókötél létrehozásához, hogy a nedves ruhái könnyen kiszáradjanak.

Zseblámpa. Nincs áram, kicsim.

Szúnyogriasztó. Kerülje el a szúnyogcsípéseket és az összes olyan betegséget, amely velük járhat.

Napgátló. Természetesen védje meg a bőrét a naptól.

Kamera. Anawangin nem csak egy jó helyet az úszáshoz, hanem a csodálatos tájat is, amelyet el szeretne venni.

Ezenkívül ne próbáljon túl sok ruhát hozni. Ha csak egy éjszakát tartózkodik, akkor csak annyit tesz. Ne felejtsd el a piperecikkeket.

Tennivalók a Nagsasa -öbölben

Ahol a tenger üdvözli a patakot

Mássz fel a nézőponthoz egy figyelemre méltó kilátáshoz! Az öböl déli végén található domb – a bal oldalon van, ha a tenger felé nézel – felmászhat. Ez egy rövid, könnyű mászás, tehát ne aggódjon túl sokat. Van egy jel, amely a P10 adományát mondja, de nem vagyok biztos benne, hogy legitim vagy hova megy -e a fizetés.

Úszni és tengerparti bum. A látó domb alapjának sekélyebb vizei vannak, tehát fantasztikus hely, ha csak belemerülünk és játszani. De mindig légy óvatos.

Trek a Nagsasa vízesésekbe. Nem túl messze a tengerparttól néhány vízesés, amely a környéken lévő patakokat elválasztja. A legközelebbi valószínűleg 30 perc (vagy hosszabb, a tempótól függően). Ha ez az első alkalom, béreljen egy útmutatót. Az útmutató díj személyenként P30 és P50 között van.

Sétáljon a bemeneti nyílás mentén. A Nagsasa Cove sekély, gyönyörű bemeneti nyílással rendelkezik a szalag déli vége közelében.

Horgászni menni. Néhány hajós halászati ​​túrákat folytat. Egyszer tudtam kipróbálni ezt. Elkaptunk egy wahoo -t! Ha ezt meg akarja tenni, ügyeljen arra, hogy az utazás előtt tudassa meg a hajót, hogy elkészítsék a halászbotokat és más felszereléseket.

Nézd meg a csillagokat. Ha van okostelefonja, töltsön le egy Stargazing alkalmazást, mint például a Google Sky Map az Androidhoz és a GoskyWatch számára az Apple számára. A korlátozott vagy nem létező elektromos energia a strandokon optimális helyvé teszi őket a csillagok megtekintéséhez!

Látogasson el az Anawangin -öbölbe. Nagyon hasonlít Nagsasa -hoz, de nézd meg is! Ez az a hely, ahol San Antonio -t a turisztikai térképre helyezte. Belépési díj: P50.

Nézze meg a Capones -szigetet és a világítótoronyot. A belépési díj kissé meredek (P350), de a Capones -sziget is gyönyörű. Ha egy éjszakán át Anawanginban tartózkodik, akkor itt állhat meg a második napon a Pundaquitba.

Dobja vissza a Casa San Miguel -t visszafelé. A Casa San Miguel egy kis múzeum, amely kiemeli a Zambales -i San Antonio kulturális örökségét. Hozzáférhet hozzá a Pundaquit vagy a San Antonio Public Market Tricikléből. Ez egy békés, felvilágosító módszer egy kaland befejezésére.

Randy, a hajónk, egy wahoo -ban tekercselve, az első fogásunk!

További javaslatok a szegény utazóknak

Piacra megy! A San Antonio nyilvános piac a buszmegálló közelében áll, ahol kiszállni fog. Mielőtt elindulna a Pundaquitba, dobja el a piacot, hogy vásároljon készleteket. A piac nagyon gazdaságos áron húst, tenger gyümölcseit és egyéb összetevőket árusít. Ha egy éjszakán át kempingben van az egyik félreeső strandon, akkor ez a legjobb hely a nyers vagy friss alapanyagok megszerzéséhez, amelyeket grilleznek vagy főznek a tengerparton. Vannak olyan pinoy kakanin is, mint Kutsinta, Puto, Nilupak és Sapin-sapin.

Béreljen fel egy helyi szakácsot (Paluto). Ha nyers és friss alapanyagokat hoz magával, akkor bérelhet egy helyi főzést az Ön számára. The cook we hired lives on the cove (somewhere inland). Paluto szolgáltatást végeznek, hogy további Inc -t keressenek