Relaxing Trip to Alaminos, Featuring Hundred Islands

  • Day 1: Hundred Islands National Park
    5-minute drive from Alaminos City proper

    Visit the famous Hundred Islands National Park, home to over 100 small islands surrounded by clear blue waters. Enjoy a relaxing island-hopping tour, where you can swim, snorkel, and sunbathe on pristine beaches. Don’t forget to snap some photos at the view deck and discover the sea creatures at the nearby Children’s Island.

  • Day 2: Bolinao
    1-hour drive from Alaminos City

    Discover the coastal town of Bolinao, known for its charming beaches and waterfalls. Relax on the white sand beach of Patar, where you can go for a swim or catch the sunset. Visit the enchanting Bolinao Falls, where you can take a dip in the cool, refreshing water. Don’t miss out on delicious seafood at one of the restaurants overlooking the ocean.

  • Day 3: Quezon Island
    20-minute boat ride from Lucap Wharf

    Spend a day at Quezon Island, one of the most popular islands in Hundred Islands National Park. Enjoy the crystal clear waters, lounge on the white sand beach, or rent a snorkel to explore the colorful marine life. Don’t forget to take a walk on the island’s coral viewing area, where you can see some of the amazing underwater wildlife without getting wet.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hundred Islands National Park (1 day, PHP 2,000 for island-hopping tour for 6 people)
  • Bolinao (1 day, PHP 800 for transportation and PHP 500 for food)
  • Quezon Island (1 day, PHP 1,500 for boat rental and PHP 300 for snorkel rental)
  • Total Estimated Costs: PHP 5,100

Transportation

Transportation around Alaminos City is mainly by tricycle or jeepney, which costs around PHP 10-20 per person. To get to Bolinao and other nearby towns, you can hire a tricycle or rent a van for around PHP 2,000-3,000 for the whole day. Boat rentals for island hopping tours in Hundred Islands National Park starts at PHP 1,000 for up to 6 people.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, visit Bolo Beach or the Enchanted Cave in Bolinao. You can also check out the historical churches and landmarks in nearby towns such as Alaminos City, Bani or Agno. If you have less time, skip Bolinao and focus only on Hundred Islands National Park.

Airports

The closest airport to Alaminos is the Clark International Airport (CRK) in Pampanga, which is around 190 kilometers away. The Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) in Manila is the busiest airport in the Philippines, located around 250 kilometers from Alaminos. You can hire a private car or van to get to Alaminos from either airport.

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