Discover the Enchanting Pulang Daga Beach

Getting There

• Car

  If you have a car, you can drive to the Paracale port in Camarines Norte. From Manila, take the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) and continue to the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) heading towards Quezon Province. Follow the signs to Lucena and take the Bondoc Peninsula road, which leads to Gumaca, then continue to the town of Paracale. Upon reaching Paracale, follow the signs to the port where boats to Calaguas Island are available. Parking is available near the port, but check for any fees.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, take a bus from Manila to Paracale. Several bus companies operate from Cubao or Pasay, such as Raymund Bus or DLTB. The trip usually takes around 6-8 hours depending on traffic. Upon arriving in Paracale, you can hire a tricycle or walk to the port. From the port, you will need to hire a boat to take you to Calaguas Island. The boat ride typically lasts about 30-45 minutes and costs around PHP 1,500 - PHP 2,500, depending on the number of passengers.

• Boat

  Upon reaching the Paracale port, you will need to hire a boat to take you to Pulang Daga Beach. Several boats are available for hire, and you can negotiate the fare with the boatmen. The average cost for a boat is between PHP 1,500 to PHP 2,500, which can be shared among passengers. Make sure to confirm the price before boarding. The boat ride will take approximately 30-45 minutes, and you will enjoy beautiful views of the sea during your journey.