Visiting Calaguas Island is a dream for beach lovers who crave white sand, turquoise waters, and a peaceful escape. Whether you’re a backpacker, budget traveler, or comfort-seeking explorer, there’s a route that suits your style. Here’s how to get to this paradise from Manila, broken down into ✈️ flights, 🚐 tours, and 🚍 DIY commuting options.
✈️ Option 1: By Air – Fast and Easy
If budget isn’t a big concern and you value time, flying is the most convenient way.
Steps:
- Book a
flight from Manila to Naga City Airport.
✨ Tip: Book early or watch out for seat sales from local airlines. - From the airport, ride a jeepney to Daet.
- From Daet, proceed to terminals for a van or jeepney to Paracale or Vinzons—your jump-off points to Calaguas.
🧳 Option 2: By Tour
Package – Hassle-Free & Social
If you prefer convenience and meeting new friends, go for a tour package.
Why choose this?
- Tour agencies provide transportation, accommodation (tent/cottage), meals, and sometimes even a 📸 photographer.
- No planning stress—just show up and enjoy the trip!
- Many packages include a side trip to 🌊 Bagasbas Beach in Daet.
💬 We personally tried Travel Factor, and it was a great experience! Everything was well-organized, and the team was friendly and professional.
🚍 Option 3: By Land (DIY) – Budget-Friendly & Adventurous
If you're on a budget or enjoy the thrill of planning your own trip, commuting is very doable.
Step-by-step:
- Take a bus or UV Express van from Manila to Daet or Paracale, Camarines Norte.
- Ride usually takes 8 to 9 hours, so travel overnight to arrive in the morning.
- From Daet, take a van/jeepney to your chosen jump-off point (Paracale or Vinzons).
🚌 Trusted Bus Lines:
- Philtranco
📞 Cubao: (02) 722-7567 | Pasay: (02) 851-5420 - Superlines
📞 Cubao: (02) 414-3319 | Daet: (054) 571-2225 - DLTB
📞 Pasay: (632) 855-8040 / 855-8071 / 484-7449 - Amihan
Bus Lines
📞 Cubao: (02) 386-7166
📝 Click here to check schedules and book your ticket online.
🛶 Getting from Daet to Calaguas Island
Once in Daet, choose your sea route:
⛵ Via Paracale – Shorter Boat Ride
- Travel time to Paracale: 🚐 ~2 hours by van or jeepney
- Boat ride: ⛵ ~2 hours (depending on sea conditions)
- Boat rental: ₱2,500–₱5,000 (rates depend on number of passengers and your haggling skills)
- 🚤 Boats here are smaller. If you're uneasy about this, go via Vinzons.
🚤 Via Vinzons – Bigger
Boats, Longer Sail
- Travel time to Vinzons fish port: 🚲 ~1 hour from Daet by tricycle or jeep
- Boat ride: ⛵ ~3 hours
- ⛑️ Boats here are larger and typically come with life vests
📌 Less land travel = longer boat ride, and vice versa
✅ Final Tips
- 🕓 Best travel time: Leave Manila at night, so you can catch a boat to Calaguas early in the morning.
- 💸 Budget tip: Team up with other travelers to split boat costs.
- 🧴 Pack essentials: Sunblock, snacks, power banks, and a dry bag.
💬 Have Questions or Tips?
Drop them in the comments! Or tag us in your island shots 📸 using #CalaguasEscape.
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