TOURISM

A. PROFILE OF THE EXISTING SITUATION

Tourism plays a vital role in the economic and social development of the area concerned and the country in general. It generates
employment opportunities and income in the service sector.

The municipality of San Antonio is endowed by Mother Nature with scenic spots that could likewise be tapped for lucrative tourism
prospects and opportunities for the municipality and the whole province of Zambales in general.

The following scenic spots are a “must see” not only for the municipality’s constituents but more so for the visitors/tourists who come
to San Antonio.

MT. MABANBAN

This site is at 1,035 meters above sea level. Although the mountain is almost completely treeless, climbing its peak reveals a hidden
lake and offers a spectacular view of the Zambales landscape. The mountain has an ample supply of precious mineral reserves such as
chromites, jade, and copper. Trekking the town’s hinterlands to explore forest, caves, waterfalls is offered specific schedule at least once a
year.
MT. PUNDAKIT

This is connected to Mt. Mabanban as a part of the same mountain range. Mt. Pundakit rises only 650 meters from the sea with
similar breathtaking view of the panoramic surroundings. The summit can be reached in three (3) hours. A system of waterfalls flows at the
base of the mountain which is rapid during rainy days and virtually stagnant in the summer. Climbing the falls reveal little pools ideal for
children and larger basins (one about 8 feet deep) like swimming pools that one can dive in. Climbing further reveals twin falls that flow
about twenty (20) feet above shallow pools.

CAPONES ISLAND
This is located just six (6) kilometers from barangay Pundakit. These islands are surrounded by pure white sand and coral beaches
and are easily accessible by ten (10) minutes boat ride. A Spanish looking lighthouse site atop of these islands. There are beaches inside the
caves accessible only by diving through tunnels that have been discovered. A terrific adventure for more experienced divers.

SILAGUIN BAY
This offers the ideal place for scuba diving, fish sanctuary and beach resort. The area is rich in marine life which includes tuna, squid,
lapu-lapu, skipjack, talakitok and others.

CASA SAN MIGUEL

This is a new center for a chamber of music in San Antonio. It is set amidst a mango orchard nestled between the mountain and the
sea. A privately funded non-profit organization organized and staffed voluntarily by a concerned group of family and friends. Pundakit
Festival of the Arts is an annual seven (7) month season celebrating the many facets of arts and culture. Each season features artists of
different nationalities working on a diverse range of themes in concerts, performances and exhibits. Other available programs are:

Residency Program – offers short and long term residencies to encourage artists of all disciplines to extend beyond the
immediate impression of concerts, exhibits or performances.

Special Events – Casa San Miguel is organizing special events during the festival month which include outdoor fairs, dances,
special concerts, exhibits and other performances. This is a channel to increase community awareness on pressing environment issues
concerned.

A cockpit arena is also located at Barangay Antipolo where cock fight aficionados gather every weekend for ordinary cock fights.
Derby is occasionally sponsored by big-time aficionados.

In terms of accommodations, San Antonio offers such for every type of traveler. There are modest lodging houses and inns. Two (2)
beach resorts set alongside. Pundakit beach ranging from simple to economy class.
B. DETERMINATION OF DEVELOPMENT NEEDS

The municipality of San Antonio is a coastal town. As such, the focus on the eco-tourism sector shall be on the development
of the area along the coast from Barangay San Miguel to the Sampaloc Point with a strip of a more or less 100 meters.

Along this sectoral development is the provision of good roads and tourist accommodation facilities such as cottages, lodging houses,
hotels, eateries/restaurants and transport facilities.

C. GOAL. OBJECTIVES AND TARGETS

Goal:
- To develop the tourism industry in the municipality.

Objectives:

1. To uplift the economic and social development of the municipality through its tourism industry.
2. To generate income and create employment opportunities for the residents.

Targets:

1. To develop the tourism industry in San Antonio by developing the potential tourist spots in the area within the next five (5) years.
2. To motivate both the private and the government sectors to invest capital in the development of potential tourist spots in the area
D. SECTORAL PLAN FOR IMPLEMENTATION

1. Coordination with the private and the government sectors in planning the overall development of tourism potentials.
2. Advertising the present tourism potentials.
3. Provision of infrastructure facilities related to tourism development like roads, communication facilities, rest houses, restaurants
and recreational facilities.

E. PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS

Program/Project Location Duration Implementing Agency Source of Fund

1. Development of areas viable Areas along the coast
for tourism prospect. from barangay San
Miguel to the Sampaloc
Point with a strip of 100
meters
2004-2008 Municipal Government, - Private entities
Department of Tourism - Department of Tourim
- Mun. Government