Tag: sunsets

ZAMBALES 3DAYS 2NIGHTS ITINERARY FEBRUARY 23-25, 2019

When Mt. Pinatubo erupted decades ago, what was shown to us was the devastation it brought. Many years after the said tragedy, Pinatubo has brought forth a miracle in nearby Zambales. The ash fall from the eruption has transformed what were once barren terrain and rock strewn shores into agoho tree laden mountain trails and beach havens. So much so that whispers of paradise-like coves abounded, and that slowly but surely these coves were being transformed into camping sites and trek trails and what have you.

This year we decided to check this out on our own.

Zambales is really beautiful. Who knew that a place like this existed a mere 3 hours away from Manila? We had a short but sweet stay. And while we were there on our first day, an earthquake struck :-D, it literally felt like it was “passing through” but it shook! In spite of this, after 2 days, we wanted to stay longer but….gotta do what you gotta do….

We just chilled around on our first day, and we visited the coves like Nagsasa and Talisayin Coves on our second day.

On the 3rd day, we made our way to Anawangin Cove, Capones-Camara islands and it was a really great sightseeing and beach experience.

And the sunsets at Pundaquit Beach are really postcard-worthy 🙂

Time to let the pictures do the talking:

February 23, 2019. After checking in @Wild Rose Beach Inn, we decided to check out Pundaquit Beach. Pundaquit Beach is the jump-off point if you want to explore the coves.

Pundaquit is pretty laid-back.
So much so that Capones and Camara Islands beckon on the horizon.
Remember to leave only footprints.
Just admire the view.
Food here is good.
Ohana Art Cafe is where we had meyenda after having lunch @Cafe Pundaquit @another resort, Canoe Beach Resort.
Quaint is the word for this place.
Cozy and warm.
That evening, we made our way to Double Suds restaurant frequented by tourists.
Ribs
  • Chicken
February 24, 2019 With the help of Mam Tess of Wild Rose Inn, we scored a boat and skimmed over the waters for close to 45 minutes and landed here, Nagsasa Cove
My oh my
Explored the place some more
and decided to go up
and up
higher still
to capture this
Safely back to the ground.
After staying at Nagsasa for about 2 hours, we made our way to Talisayin Cove.
Now this is what I’m talkin’ about!
The waters here are crystal clear.
Like, didn’t I tell you ?
You must swim here.
After travelling to the coves, we went back to Pundaquit and I had to have my coffee again.
Replay.
This time, after lunch, I had to have this dessert.
On our 3rd and last day. refreshments, and breakfast before heading out to Anawangin Cove.
Anawangin Cove is the most commercialized amongst the coves in Zambales. There’s a tent city here, literally, hundreds of them.
It has its own charm, nonetheless.
  • Sheer rock walls
  • Beautiful shores with crushed corals as its sand

We made our way to Capones Island, a desolate place but a great place to swim nonetheless, and a lot of IG-worthy scenery.

Beautiful scenery.
Boulders as big as buildings.
and windswept shores.

While Camara Island is a bit calmer, and Zambales in front of her.

Before journeying home, we passed by Casa San Miguel in San Antonio, a school for music and arts for children and teens.
Casa San Miguel in San Antonio, Zambales.
There are a lot of art works.
Gallery
Resto-cafe.
More art works from children.
Poster-making.
It’s like an illusion.
Nice.
Its own rooftop view. Don’t forget to pass by here and avail of the tour.

So there you have it, our 3days 2nights stay at Zambales. As always, below is an actual itinerary and expenses incurred for two (2) people.

But before anything else, let me tell you that Pundaquit Beach sunsets are amazingggggg!!!! and no two are ever alike !!!

Like a ball of fire falling slowly from the skies, Pundaquit sunsets are a show of its own.
Day 1 sunset
The sky is on fire.
Sunsets are a reminder that even if you had a bad day, the day always ends beautifully.
Over the horizon it goes.
Bathing everything in an orange hue.
Day 2 sunset
Sunset on our 2nd day

Stay good everyone.

FEBRUARY 23, 2019 SATURDAY DAY 1 COST 
Sashamae / Spike Allowance
( we now have 2 dogs!!!)		 300.00 
Grab! to Cubao Victory Liner 176.00 
Bus fare to Olongapo 570.00 
Van to San Antonio 500.00 
Arrive @San Antonio Municipal Hall
Tricycle to Pundaquit 60.00 
Check-in to Wild Rose Beach Inn 2,400.00 
Early Lunch @CAFE PUNDAKIT 555.00 
Rest up
Coffee / Merienda @OHANA ART CAFÉ 329.00 
Sunset Watchng @Pundaquit Beach
Miscellaneous Expense 120.00 
DINNER @Double Suds 555.00 
FEBRUARY 24 2019 SUNDAY DAY2
ISLAND HOP Boat rental 2,500.00 
Depart for Nagsasa-Talisayin
Arrive at Nagsasa Cove
Breakfast @Nagsasa Cove 50.00 
Picture taking @Nagsasa bluff (pay entrance) 40.00 
Swimming @Nagsasa Cove
Depart for Talisayin Cove
Swimming @Talisayin Cove
Return to Pundaquit accomodations
Merienda @OHANA ART CAFÉ 437.00 
Sunset Watching @Pundaquit Beach
Miscellaneous Expenses 150.00 
DINNER @Cafe Pundakit 555.00 
FEBRUARY 25 2019 MONDAY DAY3
BREAKFAST  240.00 
ISLAND HOPPING Boat rental 1,500.00 
Arrive @Anawangin Cove
Entrance Fee @Anawangin Cove (P70 per head) 140.00 
Depart & Arrive @Capones Island
Picture taking @Capones Island Rock formations
Arrive @Camara Island (swimming /picture taking)
Return to Pundaquit accomodations
Lunch @Wild Rose Inn 415.00 
Checkout @accomodations
Tricycle to San Antonio to Casa San Miguel 200.00 
Sightsee @Casa San Miguel (Entrance Fees) 200.00 
Purchase Pasalubongs @San Antonio 450.00 
Bus to Olongapo 140.00 
Arrive @Olongapo
Bus to Cubao 570.00 
Stopover at Travellers Depot /Merienda (misc) 160.00 
Arrive @Manila
Dinner @Chowking Cubao 327.00 
Taxi to San Juan 150.00 
TOTAL: PHP 13,789.00