Masasa Beach: The Island Life

January 31, 2017


Masasa Beach is an unspoiled beach situated in the Municipality of Tingloy in the province of Batangas. Just to set your expectations, the place is very basic. No resorts, hotels and great facilities. In short, bawal sa maarte. LOL! It's a nice place to unplug for awhile, though. So laid-back and cozy.


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Our trip officially started at 3:30 AM. We arrived at the DLTB Bus Terminal in Buendia and boarded a bus going to Batangas Grand Terminal for PHP157 each. Since it's too early and it's a Sunday, the bus left with only 10 people, including the driver and the konduktor (The person who collects the fair). So I highly suggest, you guys should travel early in the morning to avoid the awful heavy traffic in Metro Manila. On this trip, it took us an hour and 45 minutes to reach Batangas Grand Terminal.

DLTB Bus. (Credits to the owner of the photo.)
Upon reaching Batangas Grand Terminal, we then asked the locals if it's Amihan or Habagat Monsoon. As per the locals, it's Amihan (north or northeast monsoon) so we boarded a jeepney going to Anilao Port for PHP37 per head. But if it's Habagat (west or southwest monsoon), you can board a jeepney going to Talaga Port. Travel Time is about 45 minutes to an hour.

Batangas City Grand Terminal (Credits to the owner of the photo.)
At around 6:30 AM, we reached Anilao Port then spared 20 minutes buying food and the things needed for an overnight beach camping. Of course, liquor is always on the top of the list! LOL!

After-which, we then took the 7:00 AM boat ride going to Tingloy Port. That trip was jam-packed and it lasted for an hour. One boat ride costs PHP60. 

Upon reaching Tingloy Port at around 8:00 AM, we took a tricycle going to Masasa jump-off point. One tricycle ride costs PHP60 (good for 4 pax / PHP15 per head). The ride lasted for about 15 to 20 minutes. Upon reaching Masasa jump-off point, we then took a 10-minute walk going down to the beach.

Going downhill!
Passing by the rice field.
Finally, we reached the shore then found a place to pitch our tent. There is also a convenient store located nearby so no need to worry if you forgot to buy something. Shout-out to their pancit canton with hard-boiled egg. Solid!
Me and Dan.
Cheers to the good life!
WHERE TO STAY
 
Masasa beach is a public beach. Nobody will ask money from you when you pitch your tent. So if you want a total beach camping experience, I suggest you bring your own tents, camping stuff like blankets (I tell you, it's totally cold at night), travel pillows, cooking and eating utensils, food, and water. And also, don't forget to bring your fully charged power banks. Electricity is scarce in the island.

If you want to have comfortable stay, you have an option to rent a kubo at Nanay Rosie's Kubo and Transient. Rate starts at PHP200 per head for an overnight stay in one of her kubos. This includes usage of the kitchen and utensils. She will also provide you banig, pillows, and blanket for the night. The place is spacious enough and has two bathrooms so you don’t need to worry.
In our case, we decided to rent a kubo afterward because the weather is unpredictable at that time. We paid PHP500 (PHP250 per head) for an overnight stay in one of Nanay Rosie's Kubo. Dinner is included.

For more details, you can check their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/masasaBeachResort

             


The place itself is very laid-back and there’s no other best thing to do than to relax and enjoy the beach. You can go snorkeling! It's pretty cheap. Only PHP100 and you will get to explore the beauty underwater.  There are rock formations on the other side of the island that you can check out. It’s the best place for you to watch the sun to set. You can also hike the nearby Mt. Mag-Asawang Bato for you to see the panoramic view of the island. 




 






BUDGET

Transportation:
  • DLTB Bus (from Buendia to Batangas Grand Terminal): PHP157 per head
  • Jeep (from Batangas Grand Terminal to Anilao Port): PHP37 per head
  • Ferry Boat (from Anilao Port to Tingloy Port): PHP80 per head
  • Tricycle (from Tingloy Port to Masasa Drop-off point): PHP60 (good for 4 pax / divided by 2 = PHP30 per head for 2 pax)

TOTAL TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES: PHP304 x 2 = PHP608 per head (Roundtrip)
  • Accommodation: PHP200 per head
  • *Food & Drinks: PHP400 per head (*if you opt to bring your own food to cook, it will be much cheaper)
TOTAL DAMAGE: PHP1,208


 

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