04/04/2019
PANACALAN ISLAND SANDBAR, "MALDIVES OF THE NORTH"๐
ANDA, PANGASINAN PHILIPPINES
This sandbar in PANGASINAN with crystal clear waters and powdery white sands will surely take your breath away.
Situated next to the marine sanctuary, this place is brimming with extraordinary marine life which includes corals, starfishes, colorful fishes, sea urchins, jellyfishes, gorgeous shells, and more. Another interesting fact about this sandbar is that it is secluded!
๐ดTravel tips:
โช๏ธThere are a lot of things to be done on the island such as snorkeling, scuba diving, picture taking, and many more
โช๏ธBoat rental for island hopping is P1,500-P2,000, good for 12 persons roundtrip. (pwedeng bumaba yung rate depende sa galing mong tumawad).
โช๏ธNO ENTRANCE FEE. There arenโt any establishment too, so it is basically just you (a very few tourists, if ever) and nature itself. Bring your own food and water.
โช๏ธOvernight camping is allowed on the island (but expect additional charges for the boat).
โช๏ธThe Island is one of Pangasinan's HIDDEN GEM, therefore there are very few people around (you're lucky if it is just you and your barkada on the island)
โช๏ธyou can enjoy the Island regardless of the tide and seasons (star for all season sya bes).
โชThe best months to visit Panacalan is from February to May.
โช๏ธTake nothing but pictures leave nothing but footprints.
โช๏ธcheck the photos out for more information
๐ดHow to get there:
๐From Cubao get a bus that passes by Alaminos (393 pesos). From Alaminos get a mini bus to Anda town proper and then a trike to Tondol Beach (trike fare is 120 pesos, 4 persons sharing).
(Dagupan Liner and Five Star Bus have direct trips from Cubao to Anda, fare starts at P390 for ordinary and P450 for de-luxe. direct trips are still limited)
โตFrom Tondol beach in Anda, Pangasinan ride a boat to Panacalan Island (travel time is 30 minutes).
๐ดRecommended side trips:
๐๏ธTondol Beach (dubbed as Boracay of the north) and Cory Island which is both located in Anda, Pangasinan.
๐๏ธHundred Islands is situated just another 30 minutes away from the sandbar (expect additional fare).
๐ดAccommodations:
โช๏ธOvernight stay is allowed on the island, but if you prefer a better place to cater some of your needs (especially to those who are a bit โmaarteโ), or if you simply donโt have the stuff to be a great camper; try 828 Gem Tondol, Anda, Pangasinan (Contact Numbers: +63-75-6969661 / +63910-4533743 / +63973-07561954 / +63973-440654) Rates: Starts at P1,500 per night (4 persons sharing);
or Jct Resort ( #0921 494 9248).
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