Beach-ing at Moalboal

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Moalboal has a special place in my heart. This place brings back good memories. I would never be bored of  the blue waters and white sands of Moalboal.

We frequent Basdako in Moalboal, mainly because of the affordable huts there. We've also befriended one of the owners, who always give us nice treatment during our stay. I don't know about other places in Basdako, but in Victor's, you can get a small beach hut with your own porch and bathroom for P1, 000 a night. It already has a double bed and a ceiling fan. You can pack your friends inside the hut. I think six to seven people can fit in the hut. Just use a mat for those sleeping on the floor.

beach.

doggies on the beach

To get to Moaboal, look for the Bato via Barili bus in the South Bus Terminal. You'll be paying around P110 for your bus fare. From the town proper, hail a tricycle that can take you to Basdako where you'll pay around P25 per person. Although the trip can be long, you'll definitely thank yourself for spending time to visit the place.

Basdako has a long strip of white-sand shore. I am never afraid to walk barefoot in Moalboal, unlike when I'm in Mactan. The shore has fine sands which I love. The waters are clear and ever so blue. Although it can be packed with people during weekends, it is still a refreshing place to be in.

I always enjoy my stay in Moalboal. During the day, you can knock yourself out with playing beach volley, swimming, or going snorkeling. There are karaoke machines that you can use if you feel like singing your heart out. You can also rent a boat so you can go scuba diving or visit Pescador, which I will write about next time.

manaygonay (caroler)*

almost sunset *

random local kids *

me reloading my Smena *

At night, you can lie down on the sands while watching the stars. Maybe I'll do that next time. You can also opt to spend the night outside, which is safe. My cousin spent her night drinking on the shore with her friends until the break of dawn, which is also cool. However, it's not really my thing. I opted to sleep the night away with my little nephew and the boyfriend.

It is good that many people already visit Moalboal as it helps in boosting local tourism. However, as many people flock, the condition of the place deteriorates. I hope visitors will be responsible enough and throw garbage properly.

PS. I wasn't able to shoot as much during our stay in Moalboal. I found out, after I DO-ed my rolls, that my Smena 8M is broken. I was really disappointed since I only got 14 shots from my 36-shot roll. 

photos taken with Smena 8M

note: * - photos taken by Paw