Pagbilao,Quezon Province

March na, summer na, kaya mag beBeach kami! my friends are so mainstream noh?HAHA :) 

         LLantuagons!  taken @Patayan Island. 
                          

It was actually Kaloy's  birthday treat for us. BIG Three Zero-- 30! :)
So,early morning of March 9, together with my friends wawoy,ate belle and Aba, we meet up at Cubao area, took a bus going Lucena. I was told that we have to travel for about 5-6 hours to get there. good thing  we've got chowfan while onboard. :)

Pantawid Gutom :)

We arrived  @SM Lucena in time for lunch.

Finally! after almost 5hrs  Bus ride.

a quick  visit to the supermarket is  a must!

SugarBeets! :) 

we waited  for Thor (a certified LLantuagon too!) then we took a trike that will bring us to Dalahican Port. Ate belle and I was so excited about the boat ride, so upon hearing the word "port",  I was so delighted.

excited for the Boat ride!

Dalahican Port is actually Port of Lucena, known as the gateway and melting port city of Southern Luzon. It is considered as one of the most important commercial and trading center of Southern Tagalog.  It has a rich fishing ground which supplies fishes and seafoods. source:pdosoluz.com.ph

Im euphoric this time upon seeing the boat that we errrr, that kaloy rented. (ok he's so mayaman that price not an issue.hehe) perks about renting a boat is that you own your time, you can island hop like there's no  tomorrow, and you can enjoy the rest of the trip without the hassle.ika  nga chill, like a boss! :)

Truth is, Im scared about small boats. No, not phobias or something,  It's just that im not used to it. Im used to Big boats like those traveling  from tabaco port  going to our province. anyway, armed with excitement and confidence, I braved the waves and just had fun with the boat ride together with my friends. :)

Our own version of Hummer :)

And off we go! Island Hopping :)

countless "ayyy!" and "ghaaad!"

Braving the waves!

we've checked  two Islands before heading to the ever elusive Kwebang Lampas.  

I was so amazed by the beautiful floating Island! I can equate the feeling of seeing an artista in flesh (hollywood actors ok?hehe)! It was low tide when we arrived in the island, so the small island was actually floating,  with fine white sand & crystal blue waters.

floating island

Beaming faces! :)

rak'en'roll :)

perfect for  Pre-Nup photoShoot :)

Trying so hard for a great jumpshot!

                                                                             

                         One of my most-loved pic! :)                 

Next island- Patayan Island.  na'wierdohan ako sa name ng Island.Creepy! But it was as good as the floating island. known for its revealing picturesque seascapes,  This strip of sand is about 300 to 400 meters, a nice place to jog if your not in the mood for swimming.

They call this as the sandbar or "Tulay-Buhangin". This is partly submerged during high tide.

Another most-loved pic.haha Jumpshot! :)

Under the heat of the Sun!
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Finally,after all the adrenaline rush 'coz of island hopping  off to our final destination-KWEBANG LAMPAS :)

untouched beauty and preserved nature.

A hidden paradise in Quezon. This private beach is available to the public.It is accessible by boat and by land. It boast white sand, pristine water, scenic views and beautiful limestone rock formations that form a unique cave, thus the Kwebang Lampas. I think  one of the reason why this place remains uncrowded and have preserved its beauty is 'coz of it's location. You have to travel for about 5-6 hours to get here(if coming from Manila). from bus to jeepney to tricycle to boat and a bit of trekking if you will take the pagbilao route.But a true Nature-lovers and adventure-seekers will love this place. Paraiso! ♪♫ :)

like most of the islands in Quezon, you can camp here as well. Ideal for camping, caving, swimming, stargazing, Perfect for bonding with family and friends! ohhh plus the trees serves as free sanctuary. but we opted to rent a cottage, beside it we pitched our tent.

Camping ground

Pretty belle with the kweba as the backdrop :)

Haven of campers :)

Paradise!

Preparing our dinner slash pulutan :)

Ihaw'ihaw din pag may time. haha :)

There's a lone sari-sari store in the area. They serve biscuits, soft drinks, junk foods, coffee  cigarettes,noodles and even liquor, but expect for a much higher price. If you want to take a bath you have to pay for the water per container.

we maximize our time, live life to the fullest ang peg ika nga :) 

off to the cave!

Playing with sea urchin!

Loving the sea water :)

Reminds me of the Catanduanes map. :)
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Btw, kwebang Lampas is located in Barangay Isla Polo in Pagbilao, Quezon

We leave Kwebang lampas the next day. Im not a beach bum, pero marami na din akong beach escapades, yet this kwebang lampas summer escapade top my list.  :)

xoxo

How to get here:
If coming from Manila, you can take Buses bound to Lucena. From Lucena, you can   rent boats/banca  @ dalahican port that will bring you to the Island. (which include Island hopping).  There is also a pagbilao route,that include a bus-jeepney-trike transfer and little trekking. 

Manila-SMLucena Bus - P250

Lunch -  P150/pax

Groceries - P2,000

SMLucena-Dalahican port -  P10/pax

Rented Boat - P3,000? (don't know talaga the price,sagot ni kaloy.hehe)

cottage - P150                          

container of water - P50

extra expenses while at the beach - P250