The first step is to get to Brgy. Pundaquit, which is the jump off point to Anawangin Cove and other San Antonio beaches.
Rent a boat to Anawangin. Travel time: 20 minutes. Boat rates below.
If they’re charging you way over P300 for the bus ride to San Antonio, it could be because they think you’re getting off in Iba. Make sure it’s clear that you’re alighting in San Antonio.
Update: According to a commenter, the bus fare from Manila to San Antonio is now at P360. Tricycle to Pundaquit is P80 for 2 pax or P40 per person.
CLARK AIRPORT TO ANAWANGIN COVE
The nearest commercial airport is Clark (Diosdado Macapagal International Airport). From here, Pundaquit is roughly only 3 hours away.
Ride a shuttle (P100) to Dau Bus Terminal. A cheaper alternative would be taking the jeepney from the main gate, but since it will involve a transfer, the direct shuttle to Dau makes more sense.
Ride the bus to Olongapo. Travel time: 1.5 hours. Fare: P140.
Ride another bus to San Antonio, Zambales. Travel time: 1 hour. Fare: P59.
Take a tricycle to Pundaquit. Fare: P60 if you’re alone; P30 per person if you’re part of a group.
Rent a boat to Anawangin Cove. Travel time: 20 minutes. Boat rates below.
PUNDAQUIT TO ANAWANGIN COVE
Please note that a P20 municipal/environmental fee will be collected upon entering Pundaquit. Once there, you have two options:
By Sea. Find a boatman that will take you to Anawangin. Pricing is a bot complicated, so we have created a separate section below.
By Land. Trekking is also a good option. Anawangin Cove can be reached after a 4-5-hour hike over Mt. Pundaquit (Jump-off point: Pundaquit), while Nagsasa after a 5-6-trek over Mt. Nagsasa from Sitio San Martin, Subic.