Its been four year the last time I been in Puerto Galera. Without our office outing I would not be able to come here. Who would not remember Mang Manalo, one of the owner of the accommodation in white beach. And we always had advance party so that we could get good room to stay which is fronting the beach.
Puerto Galera (or port for galleons, if translated literally) is a small
town on the northeast coast of the island of Mindoro in the
Philippines. Though it is a quiet little town, it is a popular summer
destination in the country. People come here from all over the country
and the rest of the world for its wonderful beaches and fun water
activities. Others also come here for its nearby forests, waterfalls,
and dive spots.
The weather in Puerto Galera is pretty much like the rest of the country. The months from March all
the way to May are hot summer months. June to October are the rainy
months, which are accompanied by tropical storms. The rest of the year
is favorably cool, which makes the months from December to May the peak
season for local and international tourists.
Puerto Galera Tourism
This small municipality is a haven for both local and foreign
tourists. It is a slice of heaven at an inexpensive price. It is
relatively cheap to travel to Puerto Galera and once you’ve reached the
island, you won’t have to worry about affordable – even cheap –
accommodations. The place is packed with low-cost lodgings. You will
also find no problem finding food and drinks that are all within your
means. In fact, even on a really tight budget, you can still travel to
Puerto Galera with only $150 in your pocket. This will cover your food,
board and travel expenses from Manila.
Puerto Galera Activities
Water sports enthusiasts will find the place a treat. Scuba diving
here is a big hit since the submarine ecosystem here is fantastic. Dive shops
in Puerto Galera offer beginner courses for those who want to take
their first steps or first dips. Other water sports you can try include
windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, and jet skiing.
If you want to get out of the tropical cool waters for a change, then
you can go hiking, shooting at the gun range, paint ball games, and off
road motorcycling. However, if you're want to spend a quiet day
enjoying the beautiful panoramic views then go to Ponderosa Golf Club.
Puerto Galera's Resorts and Hotels
Puerto Galera has lots of places to get room and board in .
Since it is a popular tourist destination in the country, you can be
sure to find accommodations whatever your budget or need. Whether you're
looking for lodgings with delightful views of the sea or a place
conveniently located near key attractions and sights, will also find
a wide variety of resorts and hotels that offer these and more.
Some of the places you might like to have a look around are Sabang
Beach, White Beach, Lalaguna Beach, and Palangan. Of course, you'll also
find lodgings elsewhere like in the bay area for instance where it is
more peaceful. However, if you're always in the mood to party at night,
then the fanfare of Puerto Galera's nightlife in Sabang Beach and White
Beach will be just right.
Some places in Sabang Beach includes: Villa
Sabang Beach Resort, Captain Gregg's, Big Apple, Tropicana Private
Fortress, and Coral Cove. If you prefer to stay at the Small and Big
Lalaguna Beach then try Portofino Beach Resort, Lalaguna Beach Club and
Dive Center, Deep Blue Sea, and El Galleon Resort and Hotel.
Puerto
Galera can only be reached via land routes from Manila to Batangas.
After completion of the so-called Sky Way near Manila and the partial
completion of the new highway from Tanuan to Lipa City the travel time
to Batangas has been considerably reduced. However a travel time to
Batangas Pier of two hours from Manila has to be counted with.
From
Batangas there are several ferryboat services that can bring their
passengers to Puerto Galera in one or two hours, depending on the choice
of ferry.
Relatively
spoken a little more expensive, but without doubt
is the Sikat Ferry and Bus Services. They transport their passengers
by bus, coaster or van (depending on demand) directly to Batangas Pier,
where the ferries can be boarded almost immediately. Since there are no
stopovers and no waiting time for the ferryboats, they are definitely
the fastest and the most convenient way to get to and from Puerto
Galera:
Sikat Bus and Ferry Service
Departing from Lobby of the City State Tower Hotel
1315 A. Mabini Street, Ermita, Manila
Departure time : 09:00 AM - Arrival time about 13:30 in Puerto Galera
Round trip costs about P 1,200.-- per person.
www.int-office.de/SI-KAT
Cheaper
are the commercial buses of BLTB, JAM and TRITRAN. The former has a
terminal in EDSA-Pasay, while the others have their terminals at Taft
Avenue near the corner of Gil Puyat Avenue, Buendia, also in Pasay City,
Metro Manila.
Schedules
are not fixed, but the first bus usually leaves around 06:00 AM and the
other buses depart when the volume of passengers is sufficient. The
fares range from about P 80,-- to P 100,-- depending on whether it is a
regular bus or an air-conditioned bus.
At
Batangas Pier there is a wide choice of ferries going to Puerto Galera.
Usually the first departure is around 07:30 AM and the last ferry
leaves at about 4:00 PM. After that one could hire an outrigger boat or
banca with prices often ranging from P 3.500,--per banca.
There are three main entry points to Puerto Galera by way of its port facilities : Muelle Pier (Town Proper) Balatero Pier (East of Town Proper) Sabang (North of Town Proper) Click here for: Puerto Galera Map
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