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Summer is not complete without a beach get away bonding with my friends and new friends.
This time our feet brought us to Masasa Beach in Tingloy Island in the Province of Batangas.
Like Page This island, though far from what I have expected gave us a story for our summer. A beach
experience in Masasa that is far and new from the previous summer I ever had. It is correct,
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every summer has a story - our story of friendship and adventure in Masasa Beach in Tingloy
Island has that special spot in my heart.

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We were trapped in a heavy flow of vehicles with folks looking for their own summer in Bauan,
Batangas. Too bad we took the wrong road going to Anilao Port where the boats going to Tingloy
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When we reached Anilao Port, we immediately run to the market to buy our food for our beach
camping. As the organizer, I hired a local in Tingloy Island to cook for our group of 14. We
provided all the ingredients and paid the cook Php1,300 for the service.

Its a beach camping but I opt to hire a cook because I want us to enjoy the beach :)

After an hour or so of boat ride we reached Tingloy Port and I was mesmerized by the clean
water of port. Usually ports would have polluted water because of the boats and people living in
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#ThereAreNoStrangers We took a tricycle immediately because we were all hungry for food and all that summer
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Tingloy is a public beach. Nobody will ask money from you when you pitch your tent on the
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government of Tingloy. If they do, its not evident with all the trash on the beach. I somewhat
appreciate Calaguas and other semi developed beach destination because even though there are
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Nevertheless, we still find ways to enjoy our afternoon in Masasa Beach. We had our afternoon
Google+ Badge and night swim in Masasa Beach while playing with photos and laughing at each other. One of
the things that made this trip a success was the fact that we had that spirit to enjoy as one group.

The best spot to enjoy the beach is at the center where most folks pitch their tents. Although
there are a number of cottages and kubo readily available for beach goers, most people go to
Tingloy with their tent. Everybody wants beach camping.

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We swim till the sun said goodbye and the stars says hello.

We had a night in Tingloy! After our sumptuous dinner courtesy of our cook we had fun playing
games on the beach. Oh and of course we had some liquors to flow the spirit further as the night
was becoming ours. Later on we realized that we had the whole beach ours! We were the only
group still actively laughing.

Finally the night ended for some but not for those who wants to lay on the sand and count their
stars on the sky. It was a solemn moment with friends talking of their personal encounter with
life and love and yeah... hurt.

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Each start were like the tears of our heart burst to the world full of hatred and disappointments.
But there will always be a shooting star ready to comfort you in all manner. Can you believe it, it
was my first time to see a shooting star and I saw seven! Not just one but seven shooting starts!

They say that I should shut up when I see a shooting star and then just wish. But I was too
thrilled to the point of shouting. So I shouted for every shooting star and never had a chance to
wish. Maybe seeing seven of those is already a dream come true.

We found ourselves laying on the beach the next morning while folks were doing their own
beach drama and locals doing their own thing to live in this thriving island.

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We had the option to climb Mt. Mag Asawang Bato but I don't want to get married soon so
we declined the offer of the guide which by the way the husband of our cook.

We did not regret it because we had a spot fully ours when we walked westward of Masasa
Beach.

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This rock above is a famous spot in Masasa Beach because of its pool-like shape. I guess you can
even jump on the rocks down to the water when the tides permits.

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There are some areas which will mesmerized you because of its massiveness and detailed
beauty. Like this picture above its like the mountain was split into two creating this awesome
view. But I guess this was made by waters splashing on the walls. Whatever it is, its natural
beauty made it picturesque and worthy of a selfie.

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Finally we had our own beach free of other folks. There wasn't a word saying lets stop here. We
gave in to the invitation of the waves and stones and breeze.

We went back to our kubo because our breakfast was waiting for us ;)

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After the breakie... we head eastward to check whats in there. Its still a beach... much nicer sand
and water.

So that was our weekend in Tingloy Island. There is something in Tingloy that will make me
comeback soon. Its rawness and character are its secret why its an awesome place to hide.

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Groupie before we leave our weekend Paradise ;)

Travel Guide

Where to stay?

...or should I say where to sleep?

Like what I have said above most of the beach goers in Tingloy Island pitch their tents on the
shore of Masasa Beach. Just find the most comfortable place for you and ola you have your place
free of charge!

Most of the time the middle area is the most crowded. You can walk further on both sides of the
beach for a peaceful location to pitch your tent.

We rented a kubo/cottage for Php200 per head to place our bag and to use the area for cooking
and eating.

You can contact Nanay Rossie for details 0919-6864368.

Where to Eat?

Bring all the things that you need if you plan to do beach camping. Although there are sari-sari
stores on the Island its better to buy everything that you need in Anilao Market.

We hired a cooked so that we wont bother ourselves cooking though its a bit pricey. We paid
Php1,300 for four meals. They will also do all the dishes and preparation. Its Php1,300 because
we were fourteen.

Our local cook's number is 0929-2896348.

How to go?

If you plan to commute, head to Batangas City Grand Terminal then take a jeep to Anilao Port.
In Anilao Port, boats going to Tingloy leaves every hour. If you do not want to hike from Tingloy
Port to Masasa Beach, there are also boats going straight to Masasa. Just be sure to be in Anilao
Port before 11Am to catch those.

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In our case we rented a van in Cubao for Php4,500, diesel and toll included. The driver stayed in
Anilao Port and waited for us till the next day.

Also, if you want to charter your own boat to and from Masasa Beach like we did, you can
contact our cook's number for Php3,500.00

Each or us spent Php1,900. A bit pricey for your Tingloy experience but it was all worth it ;)

Photos above by Lana Caronongan and Claire Madarang

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Ang Manlalakbay 3 months ago


It was packed last February! I was hoping for a remote island experience after reading your post.

Anyways, just came back to say thanks!


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Jherson Jaya Mod > Ang Manlalakbay 3 months ago

Aw... Sad to hear that. Hows the density? Do yoy have a sample pic?
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Ang Manlalakbay > Jherson Jaya 3 months ago

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Marc Renniel Francia 3 months ago


Sharing my aerial shots at Masasa Beach resort. :)

Masasa Beach Resort, Tingloy, Batangas - Travel Video [01]

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Ruth 4 months ago


Hi! pwede pa bang mag-camping sa Masasa? sabi kasi nung iba hindi na daw pwede. Thanks!
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Chin Chua > Ruth 4 months ago


Hindi na po pwede mag tent sa masasa beach. try nyo po magrent ng room sa tingloy locals. I
recommend Seaside Traveller's Inn. you may check their page on fb to cantact them. thanks.
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Jilliane > Chin Chua 4 months ago


hi.did you know why? and permanent na ba na bawal mag tent ? thanks
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Rona Bilugan 4 months ago


Hi..

Yung kubo ba is 200 lang or 200 per head? Thanks!


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Ray Jan Cortez 5 months ago


may contact po ba kau dun sa van na nirent nyo sa cubao?
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Jherson Jaya Mod > Ray Jan Cortez 5 months ago

Im so sorry , nagreformat kasi yung phone ko mawala mga contacts.


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Ghizelle Jane Abarro 6 months ago


Hello. I tried to contact the cook's number, as shown here in your blog. It seems hindi na active yung
number. Do you perhaps have other contacts? Thanks much in advance. :)
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Jherson Jaya Mod > Ghizelle Jane Abarro 6 months ago

Hi try this number +639196864368


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Ghizelle Jane Abarro > Jherson Jaya 6 months ago


thank youuu!
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xxxneemanix 6 months ago


hi... if may private car na dala going to Anilao port, meron po ba dun pwede pag iwanan ng sasakyan?
secure po ba siya? thanks!
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Jherson Jaya Mod > xxxneemanix 6 months ago

Hi,

Yes sa port mismo. I could not guarantee the safety though. Yung van kasi nmn dun natulog yung
driver. Pero i have an assumption that there was someone looking after the Van kasi we paid like
200 for the parking. ;)
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edralin 6 months ago


pwede b sumama sa mga travel nyo?
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dave > edralin 6 months ago


pde po basta wag kang lang tanga
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asha 6 months ago


Magkano ung rent ng boat saka ilan capacity ?
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Jherson Jaya Mod > asha 6 months ago

Hi its 3500 good for 15-20 per boatman ;)


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Khorina Dela Cruz 6 months ago


Hi, we were planning to visit the place but for a day tour only. Would you know what time is the last trip in
the afternoon? Or the frequency of the boat ride from Masasa to Anilao? Thanks!
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lovel aniag 7 months ago


Hi! is it safe for solo female camper? Thanks!
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Jherson Jaya Mod > lovel aniag 7 months ago

Hi,

Yes its safe for all kind of traveller. Have a safe trip!
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Bernadette Pauline De Asis 7 months ago


Hi! Pwede ba mahingi ng contact nyo sa van? yung 4500 lang. Salamat! :)
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