Manlawi Sandbar Travel Guide – Island Hopping in Camarines Sur

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About Manlawi Sandbar

Manlawi Sandbar is one of the most stunning destinations in Caramoan, Camarines Sur. During low tide, this massive sandbar reveals a wide stretch of powdery white sand surrounded by crystal-clear waters. It's famous for its floating cottages, island-hopping access, and photogenic scenery — ideal for solo travelers, couples, and groups looking for a tropical escape.

MINALAHOS ISLAND, Caramoan

Minalahos Island is a small islet in Caramoan group of islands. It has a limited space for visitors due to its undersized shore line but the shape and rock formations are stunningly gorgeous. The plants and hanging on the rocks also added a beautiful landscape. If you’re fond of rock scrambling, I highly suggest to bring outdoor sandals for the sharp edges of the boulders.

Sabitang Laya Island, one of the gems of Caramoan

The island of Sabitang Laya is one of the Caramoan Group of Islands in Camarines Sur. It is almost the same as the other islets, with crystal clear waters and amazing rock formations, but the only difference is that it has a longer stretch of fine white sand. Aside from that, there’s a wide and long stretch of trees and grass by the shoreline. Of course, the wind is cool and fresh.

Lahos Island, Caramoan

Table of Contents:

• About Lahos Island
• How to Get Here

About Lahos Island

The Lahos island is one of the prominent islets of the Caramoan Group of Islands because of its amazing rock formation, fine white sand beaches, and crystal clear waters. From the top view, it appears like two boulders on the water linked by the white sand. Don't mind the dried seaweed because we visited this stunning island after or while Typhoon Marce was still inside the Philippine Area of Responsibility, so the water wasn't calm, but we owned the island during our visit.

Matukad Island - the Milkfish in the Lagoon

Matukad Island is special among the other islands of the Caramoan group of islets because it is guarded by a majestic creature. It also has a long stretch of fine white sand, crystalline water, and greenery, and the wind is delicate, cool, and fresh. Instead of renting an air-conditioned room at Brgy. Paniman, we camped by the beach and stayed here for about twelve hours, enjoying its goodness.

Tanay Adventure Camp, a Day Full of Activities

If you're looking for a remarkable activity, Tanay Adventure Camp is a perfect place you can visit, just two to three hours from Manila. In 2014, I was invited to join the TAC Attack, an annual anniversary celebration held at the camp. And this year, they have added a lot of activities such as the ultra-marathon and outdoor cook fest. Since we had a problem with our schedules, we opted to travel by 7 in the evening and arrive at the camp around midnight. Upon arrival, we met and greeted a few people at the event, feeling superstars kami eeh, then set up our camp and had our dinner. By 2 AM, we proceeded to the Maharlika Hall and witnessed the start of the 1st Conquer Ultramarathon.

Actual Segment of Berlin Wall at Philippine National Museum

After seeing on Facebook that the National Museum of the Philippines has FREE admission for the whole month of May 2016, we chose to spend the whole day inside the museum rather than watching TV, with the hot election in the mainstream. It is better to be in front of historical artifacts than listen to some people for their political agenda.

Galleries inside the National Museum of Fine Arts

A few days after my solo backpacking at the Museum of the Filipino People, it is the second part of Oktubre ang Buwan ng mga Museo. These two buildings of the National Museum of the Philippines are just a few steps away from each other. Also, they both have historical values in the country and played a huge part in preserving and restoring the ancient and modern artifacts of the Philippines.

Important Details About Marikina Shoe Museum

The Marikina Shoe Museum was conceived in 1998 under Mayor Bayani F. Fernando on the assumption that the City, being the Shoe Capital of the Philippines, can be a significant venue for nurturing the historical and cultural values of its shoe industry. It was opened on February 16, 2001, and was initially called the Footwear Museum of Marikina. Information courtesy: Marikina City Website

Boracay Island, Backpacking and Commuting Tips

This article focuses on how to get to Boracay. From the NAIA International Airport, take a flight bound for Kalibo International Airport; the travel time is about an hour. Besides Kalibo International Airport, there are different modes of transportation that you can choose to go to Boracay Island via the Jetty Port. Instead of booking private transport, I asked the guards or sales ladies at the airport about the public utility vehicles to the Jetty Port. As instructed, I rode in a van bound for Jetty Port for 200 pesos, and the travel time is about 2 hours. On the other hand, another option is via Batangas Port, where you can board with 2Go Ferry to Caticlan, travel time is within 7-9 hours.