White Sand Beaches: Where to go in the Philippines

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8. Camiguin reigns

This volcanic island is the home of the famous all-white-sand, White Island (sandbar) and the snorkeling haven, Mantigue Island. Camiguin also features spectacular waterfalls and historical underwater cemetery.

White Island with Mount Mambajao and the Old Volcano in the background

The easiest access to Camiguin from Manila is via a plane ride Cagayan de Oro City (CDO) and from CDO, you can take a fast craft to the Island. There are also other cheaper alternatives like taking a bus from CDO to Balingoan town then take a ferry (Ro-Ro) to Camiguin. Cebu Pacific also offers flight from Cebu to Camiguin.

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  • Great summary of some of the best beaches the Phils has to offer. And I can’t say which is my fave. I loved Bora, but it’s ultra touristy feeling takes away from it a bit compared with, say, Panglao Island off Bohol. You should also check out Malapascua Island. It was gorgeous before Yolanda — not sure how they’re doing there now, but I’m sure the beauty is unchanged. And it’s tough to get to, so it keeps the package tourists away, which is always a bonus. And you’ve reminded me that I still need to get my butt up to Ilocos Norte to Pagudpud. So thanks for that!

    • Thanks, Sir Mike! I believe Malapascua was partly devastated during the typhoon. Hope they’re doing well now. I suggest you to see Calaguas at least once while it is still not highly commercialized – that if, you’re fine with sleeping in a camp (tent).

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