Hundred Islands Tour

by AnneVenturousLife - May 23, 2011

Ever since child, at least once in year we go to Pangasinan to have a family gathering and celebrate town fiesta. After 21 years of my life this is my first time to have a visit and tour one of the best tourist spot in the Philippines which is Hundred Islands.

Boat Ride To Hundred Islands

my cousin and I with our colored woven hats

the tour starts here...

the sea was calm while the rain starts to fall

Governor's Island

The island that captured Pinoy Big Brother`s eye, and turned its guest house into a unique PBB home which can accommodate 8 to 10 people, ideal for family and barkada relaxation. It`s also the largest island in the Park, boasting sweeping views of the Park from its view decks and has a small cave, which though has no notable stone formations, is home to bats and swift-lets. Its fine stretch of sand is ideal for sunbathing and its waters make an ideal spot for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.

Romulo Island (Marina's Island)

Located near Braganza Island, its perfect for island-to-island activities. It has good white sand beach where one can take advantage of the sun and the breeze, with a little surprise at low tide. Its morning rock shade becomes a small cave once the tide drops. You can take a little dip or just simply stun your pals by striking model-like pose in the cave. According to our boatman, this is where the shooting of Marina, a teleserye of ABS-CBN occurred.

Crocodile Island

Turtle Island

Bat Island

Those black thing you see hanging on the trees were bats and this island became their habitation that why they name it after them.

a closer look...

Marcos Island

Near Quezon Island and anchored in front of Old Scout Island, is a one of a kind handiwork of nature, named after the former President Ferdinand Marcos. It has three mounds, a helipad and a dose of artfully sculpted mermaid statues. You can clamber the steep, jagged rock pathways around the island, leading to its many vantage points where a different, picturesque view of the shorelines and other islands greets your eye, uniquely captured by the sun at different hours. But the sweet dessert to your visit would be a walk at the 50 meter-trail that ends in a 70-feet drop leading to the cave named for the former President`s better half, Imelda.The single- chambered cave is about 18, 916 sq. m.,rising about 8 meters from the water surface and is a haven for edible-nest swiftlets and insectivorous bats.It`s also accessible by kayak or a daring swim, if one intends to approach its cove from below.

Imelda's Cave

At the top of Marcos Island is this cave named after to former fist lady of the Philippines, Imelda Marcos. There is a ladder down to get you more closer to the water and the adventurous part is you will get to jump or dive.

Lopez Island

A sunbathing heaven with its white fine sand and sparsely covered limestone.Add to that the exhilarating atmosphere that welcomes both the daredevil and the fun guru in you. Indulge in adventure on or under the island`s surrounding water. You can immerse yourself to a relaxing snorkel or you can engage in a kayak challenge with friends. Then, camp late and enjoy a starry night, chatting or simply idling till the wee hours of the evening.

Children's Island

It`s an island famed for its features ideal for family get-togethers, especially with children. Its waters near the beach are shallow enough for little kids to practice their budding swimming skills.Adults will have to swim a little further to stretch their limbs. With wooden cottages (with beddings), floating picnic shed, restrooms, tent rentals, camping, cooking and dining areas and amenities like linens and lighting – it`s indeed an oasis for single, family and big group vacationers. Panoramic views also await you as you snake around the island’s walkways and rock ladders leading to higher ground.

Cuenco Cave

It is in the form of a tunnel with intact limestone formations e.g. stalactites, stalagmites, draperies, etc.

Its size: l= 30.00m

w= 0.5 to 0.7m

h= 2.0m to 10.0m

at the other side of the cave

Quezon Island

One of the well-developed and most frequented islands in the Park, it has facilities which include 2 dining pavilions, and grilling area, where you and your family can do the eating and the grilling ;cottages and nipa huts for relaxation and restrooms that assure comfort. Lie in the sand, take in the salty breeze and savor the delectable seafood and swim to your heart`s content.Don`t pass up the chance to snorkel or dive in the island`s azure waters and see its thriving coral and giant clam garden.