I realized that being a Filipino, I am so blessed to be able to live in a country where beaches are a common sight. Not that I get to see it everyday but an hour or 2 can already get you to an amazing beach get away. During our trip to Camiguin, I was lucky enough to witness another amazing creation. This isn’t your typical beach or commercialized tourist spot. I am proud to say that even though this is a must see destination in Camiguin, it has preserved its beauty without being contaminated by vendors/businessmen.
After we had our breakfast at the guesthouse, we went straight to this gem. It was already part of our tour package so I apologize if I don’t know how to get here by commuting. Everything was already planned and took care for us. Thanks to the travel agency that helped us! :)
At first glance, you won’t see anything special. Just your typical beach on a rural area. No fine white sand. we rode a boat going to the white beach and at first I was confused on where are we really going. Our tour package comes with a snorkeling activity so I thought we’re just going to the middle of the sea to see the fishes. But I was wrong. What I saw was a stunning beauty that I couldn’t believe such beach exists in Camiguin. Being a Pinoy, we’re so fond of Boracay and Palawan. We already set the standard that beaches should be called beautiful if it surpass or at least at par with Boracay and Palawan. So I am not kidding when I say this beach is beautiful. And most certainly at par with Boracay. Without the commercialized resturants, hotels, and everything.
Since there are no stalls selling food, if you plan to stay the whole day, you must bring your packed lunch and water for hydration. You must also be prepared for the heat as there are no cottages but there are umbrellas for rent. The wind is also cooperating so it’s totally a siesta *feeling over here. Snorkeling here is also a must. You can hire a guide but you can also do snorkeling on your own. The difference is the guide already knows which part has lots of fishes. Be reminded also that if you want to do snorkeling here, you have to rent the needed equipment on the jump off because there are no more stalls offering for rent snorkeling equipment here.
This is my first time to try eating a sea urchin. Not the whole sea urchin of course. I can’t explain how it tastes like but its texture is jelly like.
Pristine blue water and white sand.
Another activity you can try here is having a henna tattoo. Minimum fee is P50 depending on its size and complexity of design. As for us, we somehow regretted getting one because it felt like we were ripped off. This design alone costs 100 pesos but even though it didn’t get wet for a couple of hours, the ink washed off as soon as it gets in contact with water. It should last for 2 weeks but in our case, 3 days. The design is awesome though. I searched for it in Pinterest. :)
Before you go here, we have to do an expectation setting. This isn’t your commercialized beach. This is an islet that gets submerged in water during high tide. So the best time to go here is during low tide. There are no food stalls. Not cottages. Plain beauty of the beach and sunrise during morning. Bring food and ice cold water.
This is another reason why you should visit the Camiguin Island. It’s really great to see new places you ever knew existed.
And of course, everything gets better when you have the best company with you. :)
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