Cagbalete

Cagbalete is an island in the province of Quezon, Located at Lamon bay fronting the Pacific ocean. Surrounded by white sand that exposes during low tide, this paradise island is truly a hidden jewel

While everyone is cramming for Boracay and other much popular beaches in the Philippines, My group and I, decided to try this secluded island which took us 8 hours to get there.

After 2 grueling bus and banca rides, finally, we reached Mauban, Quezon. A small fishing town and also where the port to Cagbalete island is situated.

While waiting for our “banca” to arrive, we were entertained by these kids whose swimming skills are really amazing! You just have to throw some coins and they will dive in to get it.

It’s an hour banca ride from Mauban port to Cagbalete island. Along the way, I enjoyed the scent of the sea that I haven’t smell for quite some time and the ocean breeze that blows my hair. The perfect blue color of the sea which compliments the sky was also so relaxing.

I can already see the island from afar after an hour ride. I felt so excited! The water is becoming light crystal blue and the white sand adds delight to my eyes. 

We headed to Joven’s beach resort. There are no hotels on the island. The usual form of accommodation here is camping so I suggest you bring your own tents to save money. Though there are some huts and single room that you can rent. But if you want to enjoy more the environment…try camping! ;)

After setting our camp, I took a stroll along the shore to relax, enjoy the scenery and of course take my first photo.

Lying on soft white sand under blue skies with the sound and breeze from sea is just the most relaxing thing to do in this world.

Day 2

It’s early morning…and the first thing on my mind after my morning prayer is to witness the island’s sunrise…. It was so energizing it’s as if God is greeting me “Good Morning”! 

Usually, it’s low tide during morning on the Island.

And when the water draws back, I was surprised what’s underneath! It reminds me of the documentary “As we drain the Earth” by Discovery channel. We decided to walk afar from the shore and go to the midst of the empty sea.

As I go along, I saw a lot of good finds. But I prefer just to leave it there instead of taking it home as a souvenir even if there are no souvenir shops there.

On the Rocks! As I go on, I came to this picture

It was summer but it’s raining! Unexpected happenings really happens in an island

Enjoying the rain & sea on my skin Feeling refreshed! 

Finally, the sun is shining again and it’s brighter than ever! 

After that day, I just realized our lives is just like the environment on the island. Sometimes it is low, sometimes we’re on the rocks. But at the end of the day it will be on high and bright again.... :)