Do you want to experience Boracay’s white sands and clear waters without splurging too much? This beach resort is an affordable and nearer option!
Images: Little Boracay Calatagan Batangas Facebook page
Good news for Metro Manila residents: there’s a “little Boracay” just three hours and a few minutes away from the city for your summer vacation. Located in Calatagan, the aptly named Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort is your new beach spot for your summer destination near Manila.
When you hear the words “white sands”, the first thing that probably comes to mind is Boracay, one of the Philippines’ best tourist destinations—a beach that has been a summer vacation destination for years. The internationally-known beach, which has been hailed as one of the best in the world, is annually jam-packed, especially in the summer. Plus, it gets pretty expensive, too, during peak season! Because of this, many tourists are now looking for alternative beach and resort destinations that share Boracay’s charm that is less crowded, more affordable, and nearer—one of which is Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort, the newest summer destination near Manila.
Fine white sands and clear waters
Yes, this white-sand resort is just a few hours drive away!
Images: Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort Facebook page
The main attraction in Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort is the newest summer destination near Manila, with pristine sand and clear waters that rival Boracay’s very own. One look at the beach at this mini Boracay will bring you peace since you will be greeted by clean waters and sand, making it a summer paradise on Earth.
And if you can’t swim, don’t worry! You can still enjoy Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort through the shallow parts of the beach—where kids can also play and splash around all summer.
Aside from taking pictures and swimming at Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort, other activities you can do at Little Boracay for your summer vacation include snorkeling, kayaking, and eating and drinking at a floating cottage.
Some destinations and parts of the Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort include its main beach, sandbars, and snorkeling spots.
A budget vacation is possible with affordable rates.
Their accommodation provides a homey vibe that’s home away from home!
Image: Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort Facebook page
The Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort’s rates for day tours are PhP4,000 (for 10 persons, PhP400 excess). Overnight stays at the Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort is at a minimum of PhP8,500 (for 10 persons).
Overnight summer vacation at the beach also depends on the availability of rooms or transient houses—which are also not beachfront. An eco-fee worth PhP30 per person will be required to preserve the Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort’s beach paradise. The parking fee is PhP100.
Safety protocols
The Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort is a summer paradise for the entire family.
Image: Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort Facebook page
Safety is also a priority at this summer destination near manila: guests will be given life vests, and lifeguards are all over the beach. Boatmen will also be present with Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort’s floating cottage.
Also, guests must bring their snorkeling gear to this summer vacation paradise. Standard health protocols must also be practiced at this little Boracay, including social distancing. Guests at the Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort must also bring their vaccination cards and valid IDs. Bringing face masks is still recommended at the beach and floating cottage. Note that booking or confirmed reservation is required upon visit.
Little Boracay and Sandbar Resort is located at Poblacion 2 Calatagan, Batangas. You may contact them through rafaelcabrallittleboracay09@gmail.com or 0991 7833757. You may also message them via Facebook https://www.facebook.com/raf099/.
Your summer vacation destination is this paradise just a few hours away from Metro Manila!
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This article was initially published in Yoorekka on March 29, 2022.
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