Sabitang Laya Island-Caramoan Peninsula

One of the longest beach shorelines in the Peninsula the Sabitang Laya Island. Pristine, fine and powdered white sand. Rock formations are perfect for rock climbing. This island is perfect for camping, swimming and snorkeling. We stayed here for hours because there were no tourists, and made us feel as if we owned the island.

Caramoan Peninsula – the Hidden Paradise

We stayed in Lahuy Island the whole night, and when the morning came we were a little bit apprehended to do island hopping for the weather was still bad. It was Good Friday, but the weather was not in consonance with what the day should be. But still we prepared because Jun and his companion told us that the weather will be nice later on. We were praying silently that may the Good Lord give us the weather that we need. We left the rest house half-hearted, because the day was gloomy plus the rain was still pouring. Our boat men told us that we would explore the beautiful islands of Caramoan, the exotic ones which barely reach by tourists. While we were on our first stop, Manlaui Island, we saw group of tourist on top of Daraga Hill still part of Lahuy Island. They stayed the whole night there and they seem to be wet and soaking. Their things were hanging on the trees. The heavy rain really poured. Before we reached our first stop the sun rose.
Manlaui Island is a white beach no residents with lots of coconut trees. The sand is fine, and of course the water is perfect for swimming and snorkeling. On its right side u can see the Guinhaoan Island, our next stop. We were lucky because one of the owners of the Island, Manuel Lara was there so we accompanied by him to let us see the beauty of the island. It’s a private property. Part of the Island is the Abba, rocky beach, black rocks and rock formation. The scenery is a really breathtaking. I felt I was really very lucky and privilege to see this wonderful God’s creation. At the top of the island, is really once of the best part. It is a ranch with wonderful, awesome, breathtaking view of Pacific Ocean, Catanduanes Province, Taiwan. Liwan beach can be seen from there, it has a white long shoreline, perfect for swimming. We wanted to stay longer but we couldn’t.
Nippa Beach is still part of Lahuy Island. It has a long and wide white shoreline, nice blue crystal water and warm people. Adjacent to this beach is the Bugtong beach, which has speckled black rock formation. This beach has a hidden islet; it comes out whenever there is a low tide. Beautiful white and fine sand islet. We had our lunch here.
Before three o’clock in the afternoon we reached Brgy. Tagbon. In this place we had more or less 600 steps before we reached the Our Lady of Peace Shrine. The view from the hilltop of this Shrine is really amazing. We could hear the seven last words while we were feeding our eyes of that wonderful scenery. We learned that there is a cave in this place but since we were running of time maybe next time we could. Our tour guide let us got near to Gota Beach, where there were lots of military men guarding the island, to see the rock formation. Good enough the local government opened Sabitang Laya Island for the tourists although still guarded by the military men because it is near the Gota Beach where the French Survivor was held. Sabitang Laya Island is perfect for snorkeling, swimming, camping and bird watching.
Next time we explore Caramoan Peninsula we will allot ample time to really explore the other islands. While we were boating we saw an island, which has black sand. There were group of scuba divers. It is the National Park, where u can find really exotic beaches. If you are looking for a total nature adventure Caramoan is the place for you.

Paguriran Island - One Fine Afternoon

Lately we are fond of nature tripping. My sister, a teacher from our province promised us to accompany in an island in our province. She said its one of the beautiful islands in Bicol. Last August we went home to visit our family and to do some unwinding. The weather was not good. There were rain showers when we arrived. Our plan was the next day after we arrived; early in the morning we were going to the island. The island is quite far from our place it was much better if we would have four well-drive vehicles but since the available vehicles were motorcycles. Some were hesitant but after lunch my sister said we would go there, we had 4 motorcycles and 11 persons. The ride was really very tiring it seemed the road was endless but personally I enjoyed the scenery. Although when we were heeding to the island the heavy rain poured, I was praying that may the trip would turn nicely trip no matter what. May we all enjoy the trip regardless of the weather. The Lord is really nice He heard my silent prayer, before we arrived to the destination the weather turned into, One Fine Afternoon, perfect for island tripping. The resort called, Paguriran Beach Resort. It is located in Sawanga, Bacon, Sorsogon City. Beach sand is fine and pinkish. The island is just a walk away from the main land. It has hidden beauty, unadulterated, nice vegetation aside from that the Mayon Volcano is visible from the place. The place is very enchanting, very nice nature creation. One of the best. Hidden treasure, worth of our time. It has a lagoon. Explore the island and u will discover and see the breakwater at the back by entering a channel, made of rock formation, from there u can see how beautiful the water. Kodus to one Almighty God.

Those who want to reach and experience, one exotic place, this is really one of the best.

You can ride a plane from Manila to Legaspi, from legaspi u can ride a van or a bus to Sorsogon City, or from Manila you can take a bus directly to Sorsogon City. From Sorsogon City u can ride a jeep Sawanga-Bacon. Or if u have ur own private vehicle much better u can enjoy the scenery in going there. The locals are very warm and accomodating.