Pinamuntugan Island, Bacacay
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Photos by Ms. Raziel Frio-Siaton
Albay is famous for its volcanic jet-black sand beaches, but the province also has its share of islands with stretches of golden sands. Pinamuntugan Island in Bacacay, Albay is one of these; a hidden gem that is off the beaten path of most tourists. Pinamuntugan is located off the coast of the more well-known Cagraray Island, the home of the luxury resort Misibis Bay.
How to get there
Bacacay is easily accessible by car from Legazpi. Vans and jeepneys from the Legazpi Grand Central Terminal also have regular trips to and from Bacacay. At the Bacacay port, you may ask for one of the boatmen to take you to the island for a fee, ranging from Php1,800 to 2,500, depending on your ability to haggle. The boat’s crew will wait while you enjoy the island, so make sure you bring extra food for them.
The best time to go there is early morning. Leave Legazpi at 6AM sharp and you will arrive at Bacacay port by 7am. The boat ride is about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Even if the island is private, there are no entrance fees. Just bring the basics: food, tents, drinking water, camera, sunscreen and don’t forget your sense of adventure!
Help preserve the island’s beauty by leaving nothing but footprints, taking nothing but pictures, and killing nothing but time.
More Photos of Pinamuntugan Island
High Noon | Photo by Beni Cruz
Pinamuntugan Island | Photo by Motoragon
Pinamuntugan | Photo by Jhon Ronell Araña
Busdac Beach | Photo by Ryan Baliza
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hi, i am just curious….i haven’t been to hometown legazpi for so many years now. 22 years has not changed albay’s tourist destinations. but i am amazed at this exotic site. how does one get to enjoy this beach at pinamuntugan island? haen inio? pano ang pag duman sa pinamuntugan island? please advise…would very much appreciate your letting know how i could bring my family there…:)
magayon tlga dgdi..a paradise within you reach! haha
magayon tlga dgdi..a paradise within your reach! haha
how many persons can be accommodated in one boat? Salamat po
do you have any contact information where we can reach you?