QUICK TRIP TO NAGSASA COVE & PUNDAQUIT, ZAMBALES

It’s almost summer and everyone is talking about going to the beach and not everyone has the budget to do so. 

THE JOURNEY

I’m very cautious when it comes to money. I want to spend just enough and not give it all the way. (rates listed below)

I just went to a fast trip to Zambales last week, and it was awesome! 

Photo Credits: One Shot Manila

We have a car so, no hassle on getting a bus ticket or waiting for others before boarding the bus. We left at 4am and arrived at Zambales around 6-7am. Of course, since time is in our hands... We had a stop over and ate near a gas station. 

Nice View near the Gas Station

After we had our stomach full and restroom breaks are over. We head to the Market near the San Antonio City Hall. So we can buy our food and cook it at the camp site. 

so now, we're off to Pundaquit Beach to search for a resort to stay in. But, while on the road, we stumble across this beautiful spot! There was a resort nearby but they were fully booked. :(

Photo credits: One Shot Manila

Ok, we were like, "Damn it!". 

After a quick short stroll, we found a resort where we can stay. The owner is really nice and gave us a bunch of discounts. :P 

The beach resort name is Nora's Beach Resort. 

Photo credits: One Shot Manila

Here's the NIPA Hut we stayed in. (2,000/night)

Photo Courtesy of my Friend, Thanks!

after we settled our things.. etc. We rented a boat and went to Nagsasa Cove.

Photo credits: One Shot Manila

We're almost there! The travel took about 30 to 45 minutes depending on how the waves behave. T_T

I was really scared because I don't know how to swim! lol

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And Yes! We're here!!!

Photo credits: One Shot Manila

When we landed on the island... THE WATER IS CLEAR!!! Hahaha No sharp rocks underneath, it was all sand! It was paradise! 

So we set our food and took a few shots before dipping to the water. 

SUGPO!!! haha

eating lunch and taking shots lol

We took a stroll after lunch and enjoy the beach. Here's the camping site. Same as anawangin but much cleaner. 

Camping Site

 Swimming with these fine ladies. :)

We had to go back since it's almost afternoon and the waves is getting bigger. We had a hard time in the middle of the sea when going back to the resort because the waves is getting than expected. 

We arrived at the resort safely, thank God! 

FYI: This is STILL a virgin beach. Not so much people go here, since the boat rental is expensive unlike going to Anawangin. 

HOW TO GET THERE

1. Ride a Bus at Victory Liner going to Iba, Zambales - 375.00
• Victory Liner Bus Schedules
2. Drop at San Antonio, Zambales City Hall
3. Ride a tricycle across the city hall near 7eleven. - 30.00 each (going to pundaquit beach)
4. At Pundaquit Beach, ride a boat going to Nagsasa Cove. Rates may differ from small boat to big boat. 1500 - 3000 depending how many you are in a group. (round trip)
5. Entrance at Nagsasa Cove is 100.00/overnight and 50.00/halfday
6. Tent Rental may cost you from 150.00 to 200.00.
7. Make sure to bring your own food, water, toiletries, any necessary things to bring for a camping trip (tent / flashlight / lighter)
8. if you want to do a bonfire, it might cost about 150-300.00, they’ll be providing the wood. You can also grill there, they have a place to grill. So far we didn’t pay when we grilled there. 
9. You can trek here as long as there's an available local guide. 
10. Going home, at the San Antonio City Hall, ride a bus going to Olongapo. There's a Victory liner bus there going to Manila.

PRICELIST / EXPENSES

Budget: 2,500.00php (bring extra money for emergencies)
Total Expenses: 2,245.00PHP

• GAS = 500PHP share (A group of 4)
• RESORT = 500PHP share (A group of 4) - 2,000.00 / a night
• SMALL BOAT (back and forth) = 300PHP share (1,500 for the boat) (A group of 5)
• FOOD = 500PHP (A group of 4)
• VIDEOKE = 100PHP per hour
• TRICYCLE going to San Antonio City Hall (60.00 each)
• NON-AIRCON BUS going to olongapo = 50.00
• VICTORY LINER BUS Olongapo to Cubao = 235PHP

Enjoy!