Island Hopping at Caramoan!

Matukad Island in Caramoan, Camarines Sur

"World's Smallest Fish and Higher Climbs" tagline of Camarines Sur where Caramoan is located. According to the two persons who drives us for the Island hopping, the place is made famous by the hit global reality show franchise “Survivor” and became a favorite shooting location due to numerous islands with fine white sand, lagoons, caves, limestone cliffs and rocks, and rich marine life that give a new definition to an island experience. But even before the “Survivor” series, there was already Caramoan – beautifully unspoiled and unexploited. 

According to research, with its natural beauty and rich history, Caramoan stands proud as a real tourism gem of Bicolandia that holds a promise of a perfect tropical island adventure!

When we are doing Island Hopping, we find this place called Matukad Island. Clear water with warm weather is the best for the Summer Escapade. There's a lot of fish, jelly fish, star fish and many more. Crystalline water is observed when we go there. From Legazpi City going to caramoan, you need to have your own vehicle and almost 8 hours trip before going there. Too tired and about a long hours before reaching it but I will tell you, it will  be worth it, fun and enjoyable one. Our whole day activity in Caramoan is very enjoyable because of its beautiful ambiance and islands. I will recommend this place to everyone especially for shooting because of the view of the place.


How to get there?

A. Manila to Naga

By plane, Philippine Airline and Cebu Pacific fly from Manila to Naga. By bus, RSL Bus, Phitranco, Isarog Bus, Amihan Bus, Raymond Bus and Executive Bus have daily trips from Manila (Cubao/Pasay/Alabang) to Naga, fare varies from P500 to P700 one-way with travel time of approximately 8 hours.

You may also opt to take the Penafrancia Tours (P780.00) and Raymond Bus (Contact No: 02-7339380) that go directly to Sabang Port from Manila, travel time is 9 to 10 hours.

B1. Naga to Sabang to Caramoan (Boat)

Catch a jeep, van or bus going to Sabang Port in Naga Central Terminal, fare is around P60-P100 one-way for a travel time of two hours. Sabang Port in the town of San Jose, Camarines Sur is the common jump-off point to Caramoan Islands. There are RoRo and trigger boats that leave every hour from 6AM to 11AM from Sabang to Guijalo Port of Caramoan, fare is P120 per passenger. If you miss the last public boat, you can hire a private boat to Guijalo Port. Range varies depending on the size of the boat and your haggling skill but a boat that can accommodate up to 16 persons usually costs P2500-P3000.

When it is low tide in Sabang, the boats couldn’t get near the shore, but the porters are there to carry passengers on their backs. They charge P10 per passenger.

B2. Naga to Caramoan (Bus)

Land trips direct to Caramoan from Naga are available only during good weather. Naga to Caramoan takes five hours by public jeepney or bus, fare is at P230 per passenger, Goa to Caramoan takes four hours at P200 per passenger.

RELATED PHOTOS:

We are going to our rented boat which costs 17,000 pesos with 2 bangkeros. This boat has a capacity of 20 persons and we are 18 pax.

We wear life vests for us to be safe or for our safety especially to those persons who are not good swimmer.. hehe

This photo is at the top of a rock formations of Matukad Island. When you visit this island in Caramoan, you will see its beautiful and finest view of the rock formations there.

I just want to flex my Papa, Mama and Sister (insert our Brother) It is also under the rock formations in Matukad Island