Mam-On Island and Suyangan Island are found just off the coast of mainland Siargao. The two islands have beautiful beaches and are covered in palm tree-covered hills. The reef surrounding both islands and in the channel between the two is truly remarkable.
From Siargao, it is about a one-hour boat journey if you leave General Luna on a classic, outrigger boat. There are no standard tours offered to Mam-On Island and Suyangan Island. However, many of the tour operators use Mam-On and Suyungan as an alternative to the other, busier islands.
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Sugba Lagoon is one of Siargao’s top rated destinations which offers an unforgettable experience at one of the bluest lagoons you’ll ever see.
Sugba Lagoon is about an hour boat ride from Del Carmen or an hour and a half boat ride from General Luna. From the air, Sugba Lagoon resembles a strange maze of vibrant water separated by small islands and domed mountains.
It is hidden in the heart of the second biggest mangrove in the Philippines. The scenic boat ride will take you past a mystical mangrove forest and into a vivid turquoise-hued lagoon surrounded by lush greenery. Every corner of the lagoon is a post-worthy landscape shot. One can get to partake in water activities like swimming, jumping off the iconic diving board, or paddling it out on a bamboo raft.
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There are so many awesome things to do in Siargao Island but one of the most popular activities is to get off the island and go island hopping. There are three beautiful islands only a short long-tail boat trip away from General Luna. These are Guyam Island, Daku Island, and Naked Island.
All three islands are in close proximity to each other and have powdery white sands and clear blue seas. Naked Island is so-called because it is a beautiful sandbar devoid of vegetation. Guyam Island is a small tropical paradise where walking around it would not take more than 15 minutes. It also has a snorkeling spot with coral formations. Daku derives its name from the Visayan word for ‘big’ or ‘large’ and it is the biggest among the three. Optional activities include snorkeling, swimming, kayaking and surfing. The southern end of the island has big waves and suitable for surfing.
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Corregidor Island (also known as Casolian Island) is just off the coast of mainland Siargao in Surigao del Norte, Philippines. It has several beautiful beaches and coves but it is well known for its palm tree-covered hills, which visitors can reach after taking a quick hike from the beach. A Corregidor Island tour is part of many of the island-hopping trips that leave Siargao every day.
To get to Corregidor Island from Siargao, the most common way is to join a group tour that includes Corregidor but also another one or two island visits. It is possible to book a private boat tour but this will be much more expensive.
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Club Tara is situated in Bucas Grande Island, the lone island municipality of Socorro in Surigao del Norte. It is a nearly 3-hour boat ride from General Luna in Siargao Island. Tourists from Siargao Island usually go to this destination not as a side trip but to explore it entirely.
The resort is by the sea and convenient to Kanlunes Beach and Sohoton Park. It is within the vicinity of Sohoton Lagoon. It features a private beach area, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool.
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Situated 20 km South of Doha, Qatar, Al Wakrah Beach has become one of Qatar’s most popular family beaches.
The golden sand beach of Al Wakra is flat and wide. Just like Simaisma, the sea is far from the beach, especially at low tide. Once you get to the sea, the shallow water extends to a very long distance but the walk to the sea is fun as sandbars can be seen during low tide.
The main beach offer some shade from the soaring midday temperatures and good facilities such as playgrounds, a volleyball pitch, a soccer pitch, toilets and BBQ facilities for picnic.
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Situated approximately 45km north of Doha, Simaisma is a serene coastal village in Al Daayen, Qatar. Its beach is one of the most convenient and popular of Qatar’s family beaches.
With kilometers of fine sand, Simaisma beach is a delight for visitors. The water is quite far away from the shore and relatively shallow. At low tide visitors have to walk through some mangroves to reach the shoreline.
The mangroves in the beach offer a place of pure tranquility and children visiting the beach can be taught the crucial role mangroves play in land preservation.
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Sealine beach is located in Mesaieed, Al Wakra, Qatar. It is about an hour and a half south of Doha.
In addition to catching the magnificent sunrise at the beach, visitors can go swimming in the sea, dune bashing or take a camel ride. Tourists can also bring tents and stuff and spend overnight at the beach or do a short trip from 5am to 9am to catch the sunrise.
*Aside from the public beach, one can opt to stay at the private beach, Murwab Resort. The resort is an ideal location for business meetings and events, with comprehensive leisure facilities.
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Mariveles is located at the southern tip of the Bataan Peninsula in the Philippines. The first class municipality which is divided into 18 barangays is about 173 kilometers from Manila.
Early morning view from Mariveles Baywalk
Interesting Facts You Might Not Know About Mariveles
Founded by a Franciscan Friar in 1578
Originally part of Pampanga but declared its independence though The Superior Decree of July 1754
It is the starting point of the famous “Bataan Death March” on April 9, 1942.
The first free trade zone in the Philippines was established in its town which was passed in Congress on June 21, 1969
Derived its name from ““Maraming Dilis” shortened to Mara-dilis and into Mariveles
Aside from its huge industrial complex of the Freeport Area of Bataan, its Mariveles Baywalk and its historical landmarks which include the Zero Kilometer Marker of Death March and the 1729 Parish Church of Saint Nicholas Tolentine, Mariveles prides itself of having the following wonderful natural attractions tourists can explore:
Mount Mariveles
The dormant volcano which lies at the southern end of the Zambalez Mountains in the Bataaan Peninsula, west of Manila Bay. Three peaks familiar to the mountaineering community namely:
Tarak Ridge – most well-known destination on Mount Mariveles with its jump-off point situated at Barangay Alas-sin, Mariveles.
Pantingan or Banayan Peak – can be accessed through Sitio Duhat, Saysain in the town of Bagac.
Mariveles Ridge – jump-off area at Sitio Parca, Mariveles.
Mount Mariveles as seen from Manila Bay
Five Fingers and the other coves
The finger-shaped west side of Mariveles, Bataan where the Japanese troops landed before the fall of Bataan on April 9, 1942. Five-fingers actually comprises six coves namely Talaga, Apatol, Nagbayog, Kinalalakhan, Kutad and Panoypoy. Three more coves follow Panoypoy along the coastline of Mariveles namely Talain, Lusong and Wain where Camaya Coast is situated. One can either trek or ride a boat doing cove to cove exploration.
Panoynoy Cove, a jeepney ride from Poblacion Mariveles to Porto Circle in Barangay Balon plus merely 20-minute trek
Hawla Beach, nearby beach from Panoypoy Cove
Talain Cove in Barangay Biaan, a 30-minute trek from Panoypoy Cove in Barangay Balon
Talain Falls, an hour and a half of gruelling trek to its destination
Creamy fine sand of Lusong Beach, a 30-minute boat ride from the shore of Barangay Biaan
Lower level of Lusong Falls which can be reached within 30 minutes of trekking
Sisiman
Just few minutes away from the Poblacion area, Barangay Sisiman shares its own picturesque view of its environment. Points of interest include Sisiman Beach, Sisiman View Deck, San Miguel Rock, San Miguel Lighthouse and the Sisiman Groto.
View of the bay and the San Miguel Rock at Sisiman View Deck
The stunning 700 feet high San Miguel Rock mountain
Mariveles, Bataan is three and a half hours away from Manila by car. You can take either the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) or Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (STEX). By bus, there are daily trips going to Mariveles in Cubao, Pasay and Manila.
TheTraveLad at Panoypoy Cove
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The long stretch beach of Bagasbas in Daet, Camarines Norte is a famous surfing and kite boarding spot. The Philippine Department of Tourism turned it into a local accredited surfing spot because of the attention it garnered from the local surfing community.
Early surfers of Bagasbas Beach
Sun about to rise at Bagasbas Beach
Fine grey sand stretches over Bagasbas Beach with waves of three feet up to eight feet. Best waves come in September to January. Beach is free, food is good and accommodations are cheap.
View of sunrise at Bagasbas Beach
Daily morning exercise of Bagasbas residents at the beach
Volleyball court setting up by beach goers
How to get to Bagasbas Beach?
Take the 8-hour bus ride bound for Daet (Superlines, DLTBCo., or PhilTranco) and get off at Daet town proper or Centro. From Centro, take a tricycle to Bagasbas Beach.
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