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Calaguas Islands Trip Guide: The Cheapest Way Possible

Posted on October 6, 2011 by journeyingjames 125 Comments
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Travel Blogger friends recommend Calaguas and more people are raving it, now it’s time for me to really check the island out. As I’m not a fan of tour packages, I did some research for a DIY trip to the famed Mahabang Buhangin.

I was glad when Joan of The Backpack Chronicles and Clara from Romania were with me on this trip. Made the terminal transfers, couple of waiting and long butt-numbing trip manageable and happy too!

 

Clara, me and Joan en route Calaguas Island

 

If you are coming from Naga:

Take the van going to Daet (Php 188, 2:30 hours);

then take the tricycle to vans/bus going to Paracale (Php 50, 1 hour);

from Paracale look for the fish port and ask around the boat trip going to Brgy. Mangcawayan (Calaguas).

Take the passenger boat to Calaguas (Php100, 2-3 hours).

You will get off at Bgry. Mangcawayan (barrio), you can then walk towards Mahabang Buhangin (15-minute walk).

 

If you are coming from Manila, just get off at Talobatib or Labo, then take the bus going to Paracale (Php 35, 1 hour). Then follow the instructions above.

 

Van Terminal at Naga City (near SM)

 

Passenger boat to Brgy. Mangcawayan

 

Kids' welcome at Bgry. Mangcawayan

 

Towards Mahabang Buhangin

 

Playing with a local kid from Bgry.Mancawayan


 

Important Note: Unless you want to pay Php 3000 (good for 10pax) for the boat rental from Paracale to Calaguas (round trip), it is best to do as locals do.

Go to the fishport at Paracale (walking distance from the van/bus terminal) and look for Kuya Allan, he is the only boatman that transports passengers to and from Calaguas. Sorry, Kuya Allan don’t use cellphone.

 

Schedule of passenger boat:

Paracale- Brgy. Mangcawayan: Between 1:00-2:00pm. Best if you are there by 12nn.

Brgy. Mangcawayan – Paracale: 7:00am or earlier.

There is only 1 boat the goes to and from Paracale, for the locals who will go to the market. Travel time 2:30-3:00 hours

 

Fees:

Paracale – Bgry. Mangcawayan- Php 100

Beach Entrance- Php 100/head (per day)

Cottage- Php300

Baranggay fee: Php 20

 

Travel Tips/ Notes:

1. There is small market in the island (barrio). Go to Brgy. Mangcawayan and look for the small fish store. I was able to buy assorted fish (talakitok, sword fish) for only Php50/kilo.

2. Bring mineral water and rice. Although there is a water source in the island (water pump) it is best to have your own drinking water. Rice is more expensive here because they import it from the mainland.

3. There are 3 signal sites in the island. Globe and Smart users need not worry to contact loved ones. There is no SUN signal, sorry.

4. Look for Mang/Tatay Digoy, he is the caretaker of the beach of Gary Gonzales. He looked after us and made sure we are well-supplied of dry woods and hot water for coffee. He even offered to accompany us when we went to Sitio Tinago. He also lent us some cooking materials (frying pan, casserole, grill, knife, plates, mugs, spoon and fork)

5. It is best to have someone who knows how to build fire, pitch a tent and cook using dry woods. I remember seeing other campers set the bush on fire and throw the fish on it. I hope they didn’t starve that night.

6. They have a restroom at Mahabang Buhangin (buhos-type), so don’t worry girls.

7. You can bring your tent/hammock if you don’t want to use the cottage.

8. If you want to have the beach all for yourself (like we did), go there on weekdays.

9. Stay for 2 nights to really enjoy the island. Don’t forget to look at the stars at night. The most stars I’ve ever seen in my entire life.

10. Flashlight/headlamp will become useful by 7:00pm as there is no electricity in Mahabang Buhangin.

 

Be a responsible camper. Don’t throw anything on the beach (no-no cigarette butts).

 

 

Please read everything before asking. I hope I wrote all pertinent information about Calaguas island.

 

Thank you so much to Lakwatsero, Eskapo and The Pinay Solo Backpacker Calaguas blog entries.

 

All photos are from Joan of The Backpack Chronicles. Thanks again, Joan! Enjoyed tagging you and Clara along with me.

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125 thoughts on “Calaguas Islands Trip Guide: The Cheapest Way Possible”

  1. Marky said:
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    October 6, 2011 at 10:01 am

    I agree this is the cheapest, too bad we arrived at Paracale at 5AM, we had to rent a fishing boat. 1.8k roundtrip for three-five people. (but we’re only three) so 600 each. (way expensive than yours). Nice guide for future travelers to Calaguas.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 7, 2011 at 10:13 am

      thanks for the 1.8K rt trip you said marky. care to post your link here for others. thanks!

    • P. said:
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      June 23, 2013 at 7:25 am

      Is it safe place??? 2 lang kc kami pupunta, need your opinion please 🙂

      And Oct pala ang punta namin okay lang ba???

  2. joan | the backpack chronicles said:
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    October 6, 2011 at 10:16 am

    Thank you talaga at pinayagan mo kong sumabit sa’yo sa Calaguas! It was one of my dream destinations and because of you I was able to go there myself!

    Grabe yung stars noh? Super dami!! Dun lang din ako nakakita ng ganun kadaming bituin! At nakakita pa kami ni Rica ng 3 bulalakaw!!! Ang saya-saya!!

    Next time talaga mga 1 week ang ilalaan ko para sa Calaguas. Super bitin ako eh. Huhuhu bat pa kasi may trabaho ako nun eh?!

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 7, 2011 at 10:11 am

      yeah, the stars was divine joan. miss those and clara too! hahaha
      inggit naman kami sa falling stars nyo.
      it was fun being with you and clara during the calaguas trip, kung hindi boring siguro at nakakatamad yung trip

    • Roy said:
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      October 25, 2013 at 6:32 am

      ano po yong best time of the year papunta sa calaguas?
      ok po ba ang december? need ur advice po..thankx

  3. lakwatsera de primera said:
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    October 6, 2011 at 10:33 am

    Very helpful post, the Paracale route is indeed the cheapest way to go especially if you take the passenger boat

  4. Mustachio said:
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    October 6, 2011 at 11:50 am

    Muchas gracias for this helpful post. Will definitely keep this in mind when I get my butt to Calaguas. Been wanting to go there but haven’t had the chance yet. Next year. Next year. Fingers crossed. Thanks again.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 7, 2011 at 10:09 am

      oh yeah, calaguas is waiting for you.
      malay mo sir, magkita pa tayo dun. i wanna just stay there for 2 weeks

      • Mustachio said:
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        October 20, 2011 at 11:09 am

        Planning on going February next year. You would probably have been to the island 5 times by the time I get my butt there! Paracale is the shortest and cheapest route? Most of the blogs I have read jumpoff at Vinzons. What time should I leave the island to be able to catch the bus back to Manila? Thanks!!!

        • journeyingjames said:
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          October 21, 2011 at 2:59 am

          yes, paracale. bec its nearer to calaguas than when you are at vinzons.
          last trip from paracale to daet is 6pm. daet to manila is 24hours

          • Mustachio said:
            October 24, 2011 at 10:49 pm

            Thanks for answering all my questions. Get well soon.

          • juwan said:
            November 13, 2012 at 7:07 am

            Sorry, but Daet to Manila is only 8 hrs, 10 hrs max; not 24 hrs. you can ride bus lines philtranco, superlines, dltb.

  5. Earl (Suroy Pilipinas) said:
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    October 6, 2011 at 12:33 pm

    great guide james! now i know the cheaper way to calaguas.

  6. blue_lassy said:
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    October 6, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    wow! may bago na naman akong ita-try puntahan. i really love your blogs since you always feature cheap trip. sana makasabay ako sa mga lakad mo minsan. hehehehe

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 7, 2011 at 10:08 am

      wow, thanks blue lass!
      sure thing, just keep posted sa blog, i always announce my trips naman.

  7. Lois said:
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    October 6, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    This is really helpful James! We’ve been to this enchanting island before and we want to go again! http://www.wearesolesisters.com/2010/12/battle-of-islands-calaguas-vs-bantayan.html

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 7, 2011 at 10:08 am

      this post of yours is one of my inspirations to really visit the island.
      it didnt disaapoint. wait for my next post. 🙂

  8. Mervz | pinoyadventurista.com said:
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    October 7, 2011 at 12:20 am

    these are very helpful tips… you’re the king of budget traveling talaga! thanks for sharing James! 🙂

  9. paul | walkflypinoy said:
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    October 7, 2011 at 1:00 am

    we didn’t know there was a passenger boat taking people to and from the island. sayang. mas matipid siguro. but yeah, great guide!

  10. pleng said:
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    October 7, 2011 at 1:06 am

    nice!!! gusto ko din marating yan..balang araw hehehe

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 7, 2011 at 10:07 am

      i know you will pleng! soon….. mura lang naman

  11. mina said:
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    October 8, 2011 at 3:25 pm

    i really love your blog, even if i haven’t actually gone to the places you’ve been to – partly its as if i already have. 🙂

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 11, 2011 at 3:57 am

      wow, thanks for loving the blog mina!
      it always make me smile to be reading comments like this “as if i already have…”
      do share to friends ha!

      • mina said:
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        October 12, 2011 at 3:03 am

        appreciate the reply! yes, i have been sharing your blog to friends and relatives. take care on your future trips, God bless. 😉

        • journeyingjames said:
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          October 21, 2011 at 4:52 am

          nice to meet you and your freinds when i did a stopover at cebu.
          thank you for the encouragement, the lunch at pabaon. hahaha
          again, daghang salamat jud!

  12. dong ho said:
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    October 9, 2011 at 4:16 am

    calaguas indeed deserves a guide from the master of cheap travel. hahaha… nice james. thanks too for sharing our links.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 11, 2011 at 3:59 am

      my pleasure sir. if you can still read y comments long ago when you are blogging about calaguas.
      kilala ka pa ng mga tao dun pre. ikaw na sikat!

  13. Jinjiruks IKari said:
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    October 10, 2011 at 3:21 am

    sir thank you po sa site nyo, at marami akong natutunan na mga tipid tips sa paglibot sa isla natin. usually when travelling kasama ko mga friends or officemates ko, gusto ko naman try po ang solo backpacking pero poor version dahil kagaya mo nga, hindi naman din ako mayaman at breadwinner din sa family. gusto kong maranasan na makapunta sa places na hindi ko pa nararating, meet local folks and fellow travellers and learn new things and realizations sa buhay. palagi nalang kasi ako dependent sa mga kasama ko pag umaalis. siguro this time, kelangan matuto akong magisa para tumaas ang confidence at ma improve ang sarili. good luck to your travels and hope to meet you along the way..

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 11, 2011 at 4:01 am

      i enjoy reading your comment, ego-booster! hahaha
      i really hope you travel solo soon!
      poor version ha? wala namang rich backpacking.. 🙂
      yes, just keep posted as i always announce places i visit and baka magkita nga tayo along the way.

  14. gayE @ pinaytraveljunkie said:
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    October 10, 2011 at 10:19 am

    Daya James, dapat may sand mask ka rin tulad dun sa kid 🙂

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 11, 2011 at 4:04 am

      i wanted too! but i have to carry the food and bags so maybe next time. hahaha

  15. Lee said:
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    October 11, 2011 at 4:38 am

    This sounds a good idea for next year. So typical backpack which I like. Is there any resorts or hotel there for a lazy dog type of traveller?

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 21, 2011 at 5:08 am

      no resorts, just island caretakers who can take care of your basic needs.

  16. Kristianne said:
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    October 11, 2011 at 4:57 am

    I’ve bee wanting to visit Calaguas for the longest time! There’s a cheaper way pala.Can’t wait.Thanks for the post James! :))

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 21, 2011 at 5:08 am

      please let me know if you are able to do it successfully.
      anytime kristianne!

  17. Ivy G said:
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    October 13, 2011 at 3:16 am

    Thank you so much for your post. You’ve been very informative and very helpful. My boyfriend and I are planning to go backpacking to Calaguas this November since we’re going to Daet to visit my family (I was born and raised in Daet but have never been to that beautiful island; and this trip back home will give me a chance to see the beach at last). We love to travel but are also a couple of cheapskates, haha, so your post really made my day!!! Thank you talaga. Bookmark ko na site mo. 🙂 Happy travel!

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 21, 2011 at 4:35 am

      pleasure is mine ivy! enjoy the getaway!

  18. Vikki said:
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    October 16, 2011 at 10:45 am

    Ya know, I love reading your blog because I get really inspired by your shoestring adventures. 🙂

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 21, 2011 at 4:24 am

      thank you so much for reading the adventures vikki!
      hope i will live up to the shoestring budget for life.

  19. Trip@dora said:
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    October 16, 2011 at 12:12 pm

    I’ve been wanting to visit Calaguas for the longest time. babalikan ko itong blog mo james. Hopefully, summer next year, mapuntahan ko na.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 21, 2011 at 4:23 am

      im so glad to choose calaguas over caramoan. but i want to check out caramoan too!
      plan na izah mukhang dami mong pera ha… puro ka gala

  20. virgo itinerary said:
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    October 17, 2011 at 6:41 pm

    bakit P100 lang ang boat ride to the island?akala ko mahal ang boatride papunta doon.i plan to go there alone so di ko maaford ang mahal na pamasahe papuntang island.yung 100 ba na bangka for the locals ba yun?

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 21, 2011 at 3:57 am

      because i took the locals boat. 🙂
      locals pay 50 lang nga.

  21. Josiah said:
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    October 22, 2011 at 7:01 am

    Thanks James. Laking tulong nito for my Calaguas trip. Bookmarking. 🙂

    • journeyingjames said:
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      October 22, 2011 at 7:08 am

      no worries pre! i know you will enjoy it there.

  22. chedeng23 said:
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    November 1, 2011 at 4:10 am

    very useful tips, thanks for sharing james! came across ur article of bagpacking in Mabuhay mag (Tacloban trip) and wondering if you have Mang Digoy’s (beach caretaker) number? plan to visit Calaguas coming summer 🙂

    • journeyingjames said:
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      November 1, 2011 at 5:02 pm

      wow mercedes! tagal na ng article na yun ahhh.
      mang digoy’s number i lost. just go there and look for mang digoy.

  23. Sierra Elise Xyril said:
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    November 16, 2011 at 1:39 am

    Hi James…this is very helpful. I’m planning to go there next week, alone 🙂
    Just a quick question though, upon reaching Brgy Mangcawayan (barrio), how far to reach Mahabang Buhangin by foot? Do you need to have a local to guide you going to Mahabang Buhangin or it can be reached alone, just following the trail? How much do they offer as a tourguide, just to have an idea?

    Also, Is Brgy Mangcawayan the last stop of the boat, I mean, just securing you know, we might got lost if we missed this barrio by not asking at the right time.
    Thanks in advance.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      November 20, 2011 at 11:47 am

      barrio to beach is just 20minutes walk. you can just ask any local, there’s a trail. no need to pay the local guiding you to the beach.
      yes, bgry.mangcawayan is the last stop. 🙂
      hope these helps!

      • sierra said:
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        November 21, 2011 at 7:02 am

        thank you…

        • sierra said:
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          November 24, 2011 at 2:41 am

          later na alis ko hehe sana ok ang weather doon para makapunta ako ng calaguas…tnx po sa info

  24. batanggala l a.k.a. Tindoy said:
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    December 25, 2011 at 7:43 pm

    Sir James, i have my ticket booked bound to Naga this January 1, 2012. i will visit my family in Daet, and planning to go to Calaguas.

    THESE TIPS ARE VERY HELPFUL FOR FIRST-TIMERS LIKE ME.

    I was born and raised in Daet,Cams. Norte but i havent eplore my own backyard. I think this is the right time to wander in my own region– region 5.

    Btw, batanggala is Tindoy in blogosphere. I have some delay with my own site (batanggala.com) to come out coz I’m collating all my pictures for my first travel (dec16-21 for Kalibo, Boracay, Roxas City and Iloilo). And to start my 2012 journey– i will wander and explore my own province and region.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      December 26, 2011 at 3:51 pm

      glad to be of help tindoy 🙂

  25. Angie said:
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    January 30, 2012 at 5:32 am

    hi po.. ask ko lng po kung sang van kau sumakay galing Manila paputang Daet??

    • journeyingjames said:
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      February 2, 2012 at 6:13 am

      I went to Daet from Naga. but there are buses going there in Pasay

  26. erick said:
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    February 9, 2012 at 5:53 am

    after reading this mukhang nagkaruon ako ng pag-asang magbalik sa calaguas this year.
    abot kaya ako kung logout ko ng work 7am sat? need to be back in manila ng monday morning. wala pa kasing leave.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      February 9, 2012 at 3:44 pm

      i dont think that’s enough time… pwede naman umabsent 🙂

      • kim terrora said:
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        February 19, 2012 at 2:25 pm

        ask ko lang po, anong time sched ng local boats from calaguas island to paracale?? mag 2 days and 1 nyt po kase kame sa march 21, and i really dont have any idea about calaguas. BUT IM SUPER EXCITED:)) salamat:) nakatulong to sobra!!

        • journeyingjames said:
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          February 21, 2012 at 9:25 am

          dude, please read the post again 🙂

  27. kabsat said:
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    March 10, 2012 at 2:31 am

    your blog is very informative sir!

    do they have a fresh water source there?

    how about a bathroom? a simple one just a place to freshen up after a long day of soaking in the beach

    any info would really be appreciated

    thanks a lot

    • kabsat said:
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      March 10, 2012 at 2:38 am

      PS:
      saan ho pala mas marami masasakyan na bangka? Paracale or Vinzons

      • journeyingjames said:
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        March 13, 2012 at 1:09 am

        paracale po kabsat.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      March 13, 2012 at 1:12 am

      do i have to answer this? its in the Travel Tips/ Notes: section. please read nalang po bago magtanong.

  28. RM said:
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    March 25, 2012 at 10:16 pm

    Hi! may lifevest po ba yung sa passenger boat?

    • journeyingjames said:
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      March 25, 2012 at 10:44 pm

      wala po. 🙂

      • RM said:
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        April 4, 2012 at 2:50 am

        James, my friend and I went to Calaguas last weekend and this DIY post you have helped us a lot. thank you.

    • Ka said:
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      March 28, 2012 at 9:39 pm

      Sir James ask ko lang po, regarding the schedule hours for the public boat? daily po ba yun na 1:00PM – 2:00PM? thanks

      • journeyingjames said:
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        March 31, 2012 at 10:44 am

        yes.

      • RM said:
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        April 4, 2012 at 2:57 am

        Hi! you may contact Kap Buboy 09473229046 for the passenger boat, we arrived there past 8AM tas meron ng kaming nasakyan passenger boat =)

        • journeyingjames said:
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          April 6, 2012 at 2:59 am

          thanks for adding this important update RM.

        • Mary Ann said:
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          April 18, 2012 at 1:12 am

          Hi, How much ung passenger boat of Kap buboy? 5 pax kme pupunta! thank you!

        • Bab said:
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          April 18, 2012 at 4:56 am

          How much is the passenger boat??

  29. JL said:
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    April 6, 2012 at 6:56 am

    thanks for sharing this, sir!

    planning to go here pero nag reresearch pa for itineraries for a 3days/2nights trip.

  30. jack said:
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    May 2, 2012 at 3:23 am

    RENT A BOAT JUST CALL OR TEXT OF THE FOLLOWING NUMBERS 09486793920, 09099039214

    • Otan said:
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      May 3, 2012 at 6:31 am

      had a calaguas adventure last last week! and super paradise and view! heaven ang feeling. sobrang dameng gandang shots na makukuha sa ganda ng view.. pls go there and experience calaguas! ;D

      • journeyingjames said:
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        May 3, 2012 at 6:55 am

        glad you enjoyed the trip!

        • Otan said:
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          May 7, 2012 at 3:52 am

          super! and we found out that both sides of the beach is private. 100 ang bayad, then ang center is public which is 20 pesos lang bayad for the envirnmental fee. then rent na ng cottage at tent. sana maimprove ang cr nila then dagdag ng poso. kasi super dumi ng cr, hindi ko sya matake pagbihisan, kaya no choice kundi sa tent magbihis. pero sbe naman ni kuya, magdadagdag pa sila ng poso para hindi agawan dahil dumadami na din nakakadiscover sa virgin beach ng calaguas..

          • journeyingjames said:
            May 9, 2012 at 8:22 am

            sad…

  31. KUYA JACK said:
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    May 10, 2012 at 11:51 pm

    FOR RENT BOAT SERVICE BACK IN PORT PARACALE TO MAHABANG BUHANGIN AT CALAGUAS ISLAND.JUST CONTACT ME TO MY NUMBER 09486793920….THANK YOU

  32. Jasper said:
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    June 7, 2012 at 1:33 am

    Sir, Gaano kahaba yung lakaran from Brgy mancawayan to mahabang buhangin, thank you…

    • journeyingjames said:
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      June 7, 2012 at 12:26 pm

      thanks for asking this jasper, i updated the post- 15minutes lang po

  33. JoanneCamille said:
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    August 2, 2012 at 9:41 am

    just got from my Calaguas adventure.
    Kuya Ricky (our boatman), I can say, is the NICEST and MOST ACCOMODATING boatman ever.
    we were there when bagyong Gener is on its strongest.
    Kuya Ricky took care of us,he even cooked our breakfast while we are suffering from hangover.
    After the 4hr boat ride (usually it will only took 2hrs) and after surviving the huge waves and strong winds due to bagyong Gener, we went straight to his house and his wife even cooked pancit and prepared some sandwiches for us.
    TAKE NOTE:::: HE DID NOT ASK FOR ANY ADDITIONAL AMOUNT FROM THE ORIGINAL THAT WE AGREED ON.

    i am just doing this to payback the kindness and the lesson we learned from Kuya Ricky.

    Kuya Ricky’s Number: 0912 736 5717
    0912 736 5717

    0912 736 5717

    0912 736 5717

    Just tell him that you got his number from JOANNE ABSOLUT.
    hehehehehehe =)

  34. chuchay said:
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    September 17, 2012 at 7:36 am

    planing to go by dec 2012. ask ko lang po kung safe ba magsama ng bata maalon daw kasi.safe ba ang bangka?

    • journeyingjames said:
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      September 25, 2012 at 8:41 am

      i guess its safe unless there is a typhoon

  35. Carminah Garcia said:
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    November 20, 2012 at 2:26 am

    Hi Sir, maayos po ba ung cottage? I’m thinking of bringing my 8month old son to our Calaguas trip. Do you think it’s advisable? Thank you 🙂

    • journeyingjames said:
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      November 22, 2012 at 7:01 am

      simple cottage when i went there. im not sure if kaya ng 8-month old baby ang boat ride

  36. Lois Alain said:
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    January 15, 2013 at 1:42 am

    Hi.. me and my officemates plan to go this summer to this beautiful paradise… i just want to ask… have you been back there recently? and may signal na kaya ng sun doon? hehehe…

    been wanting to go there since last year… hopefully walang ulan/bagyo this april para ndi maudlot…

    • journeyingjames said:
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      January 16, 2013 at 10:45 pm

      havent returned since my last visit. signal? why would you need a signal if you want to enjoy paradise? 🙂

      • Lois Alain said:
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        January 23, 2013 at 3:51 am

        I meant network coverage… ng Sun 🙂
        I also heard maalon daw dun. Mas maalon pa sa dagat papuntang puerto galera. Is this true? Di ko kasi alam kung tinatakot lang ako ng isang friend or ayaw nya lang mag-accommodate ng tao, taga-Vinzons kasi un…

        • journeyingjames said:
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          January 23, 2013 at 12:40 pm

          wala po. as i said, mas maganda sa calaguas kung walang signal.
          maalon talaga dun.

  37. otrebla said:
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    April 4, 2013 at 5:37 am

    to anyone who have been there lately, just wish to know how much the (latest) range of cottage and boat rental (approx). we plan to go there next week. tks.

  38. israelroy said:
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    April 5, 2013 at 5:56 am

    PAANO PO YUNG ROUTE PAUWI?

  39. ann said:
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    April 9, 2013 at 5:41 am

    hi, ask ko lang po if we will bringour own transpo. ilan hours po ang travel time and may parking po ba sa port like sa puerto. safe po ba yung mga banca? salamat!!!

  40. gina said:
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    April 14, 2013 at 3:35 am

    We’re family of 6, may maiiwanan ba kami ng car when in Paracale?

    • journeyingjames said:
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      June 19, 2013 at 1:05 pm

      meron po, sa munisipyo po para safe

  41. Othie said:
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    April 30, 2013 at 3:43 am

    I kind of like the idea of going to Calaguas “DIY” style. While there are package tours here and there, which promises to take out all the hassle so one can focus on the fun part, for me personally, fulfillment on this type of journey is about embracing the whole adventure ala “Survivor” style. My challenge right now is that my circle of friends are more of the pampered types.

    So if there’s anyone who’s interested to share a “Survivor in Calaguas” Adventure, whether you have been doing the likes for a long time or even if it’s going to be your first,let me know, you are most welcome. It’s still a month to go before rainy season starts(hopefully). I am sure we will learn a thing or two from each other.

    I suggest an EB in Makati or Fort Global City area.

    • Jelliebean said:
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      May 2, 2013 at 7:45 pm

      Hi! I agree with you Othie. I’m plannning to go here with my bf on May 24, 25, 26.

      • Othie said:
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        May 3, 2013 at 5:09 am

        Hi jellibean, are you open for a new friend to tag along? If yes, I hope you can also bring 1 or 2 of your girlfriends to join para di naman OP. Here’s my email (jlapore714@hotmail.com) if you are ok with the idea. Let me know when can we meet for further discussion. I am ok to meet anywhere but better if within Makati or Global City area.

  42. ChelseaKirsten said:
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    May 15, 2013 at 5:47 am

    Hi James, your blog is heaven-sent. I will be going to Daet in less than 2 weeks time and I’ve been trying to figure out where to go and what not. It is good to find out there is a cheaper boat ride going to Calaguas. It will annoy me to death to pay for 3k then later on find out it could be as low as 100/head. I am traveling with my 2 nieces and I want it to be nothing but memorable and fun for all of us. Since there is no electricity, would you still say it is safe for us to stay overnight considering we are all girls? Are there locals who stay in the island as well apart from the caretaker? I read everthing here and I am not sure if I just missed it but in going back from calaguas to paracale, will we be able to catch the same boatman again or we need to arrange it with him? From Daet we intend to go to Legazpi as well, any place you’d recommend we go to? Fiends suggest we go to Sorsogon as well. It could be a 4-5 day trip and I hope I will be able to finish our itinerary so I can book our tickets and accommodation. Any hotel/hostel/inn you would recommend? I’d appreciate your feedback. Thanks!

  43. KUYA JACK said:
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    May 23, 2013 at 10:16 am

    BOAT SERVICE FOR RENT GOING TO CALAGUAS ISLAND AT MAHABANG BUHANGIN BEACH JUST CONTACT US 09486793920…THANK YOU

  44. Calaguas Was Beautiful said:
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    May 28, 2013 at 8:05 am

    ei james, heard there’s already a resort with bar and videoke there, is it true?

    if true, then i was right after all

    dapat talaga di na blog yan 🙁

  45. KUYA JACK said:
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    February 15, 2014 at 5:53 am

    BOAT RENTALS VIA PARACALE- CALAGUAS ISLAND AT MAHABANG BUHANGIN BEACH FROM 15 PAX TO 25 PAX JUST CONTACT US 09486793920, 09471109451, 09068902409, 09099054494 or LOOK ATE NELDZ FOR FAST INQUIRES..DIRECT CONTACT PO KAMI KASI WE HAVE OWN BOAT, NO PASA SA IBANG BANKA KAYA HINDI KAYO MAPAPAMAHAL SA PAG RENT NG BANKA…THANK YOU

  46. rizza said:
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    March 18, 2014 at 8:36 am

    How to you go home the cheapest way?

  47. Misty said:
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    April 26, 2014 at 7:55 am

    masyadong mahal maningil sa PARACALE. and people are not nice. specially yung babaeng namumuno sa mga pila ng boats. mukha silang pera lahat. sabe ko one way lang bayaran ko, kasi hindi namin alam kelan alis namin, pero ayaw nila magsakay. grabeh talaga. then somebody told me, sa Vinson may passenger boat doon, 60 pesos lang. so doon pa kami nakasakay. wala na pong namamasahero or passenger boat sa PARACALE. so better take the Vinson way. wag din tayong sasabay sa boat doon kasi sisingil po kayo ng mahal. i hope this comment could help.

  48. jirah said:
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    April 28, 2014 at 1:56 am

    Hi, thanks for the info! It’s very helpful, I hope it’s still as cheap as this ngayon. I wanna ask for your advice, we saw a package tour for 3,500 2D1N from Manila, mas mura ba yun or mas mura talaga kung DIY, 4-6 pax ang sasama. Thanks again!

  49. Trever said:
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    April 29, 2014 at 11:08 am

    Nice Photos, thanks for sharing this James. btw this is my blog (Paracale route) http://treverhue.blogspot.com/2013/08/calaguas-island-part2-when-maring-hit.html

  50. diane said:
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    May 3, 2014 at 7:06 am

    hi journeyingjames! nice blog! just wanna ask if the passenger boat for the locals still available? we’re planning to go to calaguas on august 2014 and we’re going to DIY it cause we’re on a tight budget. hoping for your reponse. thanks and more power to you!

  51. granturismo said:
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    May 10, 2014 at 5:46 am

    pa comment po aq…sana naman mam wag nyo po lahatin.,,kasi taga paracale din po aq.actually kahit nga po aq againts sa association nila!!!thank you

  52. granturismo said:
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    May 10, 2014 at 5:58 am

    once again! ndi q ipinagtatanggol ang mga taga paracale…tanggap q ang pag discourage nyo sa amin sa paracale..kung ayaw nyo po ndi namn kami namimilit..but dont believe na may passenger boat sa vinzons na turista ang pasahero.try it to go there lalo na may plan pumunta ng agosto subukan nyo ang sabangan dun sa vinzons at lupit ng alon not compare to our place!

  53. len said:
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    May 11, 2014 at 4:23 am

    Hi james. help naman. From Puraran in Catanduanes, how do I travel to Calaguas? I assume mag Naga muna, then follow the directions on your blog post. pero need help ano ba best way from virac. Thanks in advance. DIY Trip kasi to. Thank u.

  54. Noly said:
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    February 25, 2015 at 11:18 am

    To all backpackers and travel bloggers, we have a affordable package just for you. Kindly check out our website http://calaguasislands.com/ or call me Noly – 09179595985 / 09206611018. We offer 4 meals a day and no hidden charges, looking forward to your calls 🙂

  55. Jany Beltran said:
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    April 28, 2015 at 9:24 am

    Sir, P2P:

    hi, we are currently looking for sample groups to join a 3Days2nights tour for Calaguas.

    Schedule: May 8 to 10
    Van transfer (Manila – Paracale – Manila)
    Boat transfer
    Tent accommodation
    Entrance and environmental fees
    6 Meals
    Bagasbas side trip

    PHP 3600/head

    In case interested, please contact me
    Janyline- 09161304086 or 09983237893

  56. cathy said:
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    October 17, 2015 at 3:38 pm

    hello po..I am planning to go to Calaguas solo (DIY) hopefully July next year. Any suggestions as I am coming from Iloilo..air tickets are way too expensive.
    Thank you po.

  57. Jerson said:
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    February 25, 2016 at 7:10 pm

    Thanks for this guide, I’m planning to go this coming March 4-5. 😉

  58. JM said:
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    February 26, 2016 at 12:20 pm

    Can I bring along my 6yo daughter to Calaguas? Because I have my 12 and 14 children too. Please advise, thanks

    • journeyingjames said:
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      June 4, 2016 at 7:28 am

      yes, just make sure the waves are not big when you visit. summer time is the best. Late March til Early June

  59. sherelyn said:
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    May 13, 2016 at 11:18 am

    want to go on june with friends

  60. --- said:
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    October 28, 2016 at 3:37 am

    Is there any parking lot on Paracle? In case we will bring our own motorcycle going there.

    • journeyingjames said:
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      December 2, 2016 at 1:01 am

      yes, there is a parking space there. i suggest you park near the baranggay office.

  61. PIONEER TOUR OPERATOR said:
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    January 8, 2017 at 5:20 pm

    UPDATED 2017 CALAGUAS ISLAND BOAT RENTAL FROM PARACALE PORT. CAN ACCOMMODATE 1 TO 6 PAX, 7 TO 10 PAX, OR UP TO 40 PAX… FOR INQUIRIES PLEASE CONTACT US 09186268547 or 09468919996 & LOOK JEN. Thanks

  62. PIONEER TOUR OPERATOR said:
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    January 8, 2017 at 5:21 pm

    UPDATED 2017 CALAGUAS ISLAND TOUR AND BOAT RENTAL AT MAHABANG BUHANGIN BEACH. CAN ACCOMMODATE UP TO 100 PAX OR MORE IN AFFORDABLE GOOD OFFER, FOR INQUIRIES AND INCLUSION JUST CONTACT US 09486793920 or 09471109451 & look KUYA JACK or ATE BEBE..TNX MUCH

  63. Emma Nixon said:
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    February 11, 2017 at 11:41 am

    Here is a great guide on what activities you can do in calaguas: http://zerotwotravel.com/things-to-do-in-calaguas/

  64. Tin said:
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    January 11, 2018 at 4:53 am

    Hi po.. balak kasi naming magtour sa Calaguas this Feb.. May marerecommend po ba kayo n tao n pwede naming contact-in for boat and tent rental and tour sa island? Salamat ng madami!

  65. Ernjace said:
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    June 25, 2018 at 9:27 am

    Permission to post!
    Boat rental or DIY

    10-15 pax= 6500 php special tour

    Up to 20 pax= 8000 php special tour

    Also we accept to all joiners!

    Tour package

    10 to 15 pax= 1800 per pax

    Up to 20 pax= 1500 per pax

    Our boat is accredited by marina with insurance and CPC..

    Franchise, DTI, & business permit

    For inquiries just contact us:

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    09486793920 tnt

    Or ernjace escandor osillo fb account

    Thank You

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