Bulabod Beach

There are lots of beaches when in Puerto Galera. White Beach, Talipanan Beach, Aninuan Beach, Coco Beach, and Small and Big La Laguna Beach are some of those that are really well-known.

But have you ever heard of this “Bulabod Beach”?

I personally haven’t heard about it until we actually explored the place.

            
 

Given the fact that Puerto Galera is a place where people from the Metro Manila can easily access with, it is so to say that it normally gets over crowded especially during the peak of the summer time. But to my surprise, this hidden treasure of Puerto Galera located in Barangay Dulangan is where Bulabod Beach can be found.

Panoramic view of Bulabod Beach
In this picture, you can see how the stream water flows down to the beach.

Experience its pebbles instead of white sand. Swim in a lukewarm water and refresh yourself in a cold, fresh and crystal clear stream water running in the that is literally few steps away from the beach. The water from this river goes directly to the beach that makes it lukewarm.

 

Sun Bathing

            

Refreshing after swimming in the beach

 

Nipa hut waiting to get occupied

  

How about a foot massage given
by the mother nature - pebble sand.

   

Hidden treasure revealed



Philippines can truly claim as the Asia's Beach hub. This extraordinary place located in a remote area is simply one of the many reasons why.



Have fun and see for yourself.
                          

The Light House

Who would have thought that somewhere in that corner of Sabang area is a magnificent view from The Light House. Located in Barangay Sinandigan - a peaceful cliff top village in Puerto Galera, embrace the gentle wind as you climb up the stairs and be captivated with the hidden natural beauty of this place.



I personally call it “Paradise in Puerto Galera”

Geoff & I were and still are truly amazed with this splendid place

You only need a short drive to get there. Expect a combination of paved and unpaved road that will make your motorbike ride experience more exciting. Just make sure you are used to it else you wouldn’t appreciate the travel time. You may also opt to stretch that muscles and take about 45 minutes’ walk to get there. It may not be a good idea if you are not into it but one thing is for sure, the place is really breath taking that it’s really worth the sweat when you do.



The best ride ever !!!

... swear it is !

Motorbike can be rented for a day or so for only USD 8. In Sabang area, you can find them near the public market. Better rent them in the morning as it will cost you the same when you rented it during the mid day. You only need to present or have a photo copy of any valid ID and you can use it right away.



The special place in Barangay Sinandigan with it’s local young people unknowingly making the entire place simply more fascinating while they are having fun up in the light house which again I call it – “Paradise”



Boquete Island

Many people from the Metro opt to go to Puerto Galera as their hideaway place. For just two hours bus ride away from Manila and less than an hour boat ride from Batangas Port – viola! Puerto Galera!

Located in Barangay Sto. Niño, Puerto Galera, just about 15 minutes away from Muelle Port, you might want to consider to visit and witness the beauty of Boquete Island, an isolated yet accessible island that offers a relaxing alternative place in a crowded place of Puerto Galera.



A natural flat form separating two waterways will welcome you as you enter the island.

Elizabeth’s Hideaway Hotel and Restaurant offers good food.

Guests are also welcome to use the swimming pool with a bar and their tennis court.

Kids, even the grown up will surely enjoy banana boat ride.

Have fun and enjoy water sports like Jet Skiing.

Enjoy the relaxing moment in this out-of-the-way island with the noticeably turquoise water that can be seen right in front of you.



How to get there

There are nice and convinient bus companies you can choose from. And whether you are coming from Manila, Cubao, Makati or Alabang Bus Terminal Station, just consider "BATANGAS PIER" sign board as other only goes to Batangas City.

From the pier, consider the ferry destination as there are normally three ports where the they lands; Sabang, White Beach and in between them is the Muelle Port. Muelle is the most accessible port to Boquete Island.

As we arrived at the port, we arranged a public transportation which commonly used - tricycle. Expect an almost ten minutes unpaved road on your way getting into the Island but swear it’s worth it.

Sorry but I don’t remember how much I paid for the transport service, but as always, try to arrange first and negotiate the price to be paid before closing any deal especially in most tourist spots.

There are also RO-RO (roll on roll off) buses from Manila but expect an extra hour of travelling time for this.

A private car will also do, but I personally don't encourage it, unless you have your own driver.