A Second Visit to Anawangin Cove

Anawangin Cove is becoming a go-to vacation place in Zambales. My first visit was in June of 2010 and because I was awed by it's beauty, I returned to the Cove last December 2012.

Anawangin Cove

going to Anawangin Cove

Anawangin is best known by it's white sands that is like Boracay and the pine-like trees lining along the shores. It's like Boracay and Baguio rolled into one place. Also, one of the best thing about Anawangin is the tranquility it offers. Being away from commercialism, one can enjoy every little things that nature can give.

From the fishing village of Pundaquit, you can hire a banca that will bring you to Anawangin. It's a 45 to 60 minute ride. The ride can be relaxing that it will make you feel sleepy. But don't dare close your eyes you might miss seeing some of  nature's beauty like a school of fish simultaneously jumping out of the water, the lighthouse on top of Capones Island, the beautiful cloud formation on a clear sky and the wonderful rock formations. If you don't like  a boat ride, you can hire a guide that will help you take a hike at the mountain.

passing by a rock formation

Aside from the usual beach bumming, one can enjoy trailing the mountains, put up a campsite, and become nature's survivor in an instant. As Anawangin is far from commercialism, you should bring the basic necessity like food, water, towels, and toiletries. Though there is a store, the price is expensive. There is a common comfort room but there is no shower, you must use a bucket and dipper.

the cottages

the wooden bridge

Although Anawangin is becoming a popular beach destination, during my two visits, the place is not as crowded as the other beaches that I have gone too. Activities are limitless when there are only few people on the beach. There is non-stop photo-ops, games, non-stop swimming, it's like you can do anything you want. 

Unlike my first visit, where we swim at the beach of the cove, this time we went hiking at the mountain just beside the beach. There is a path to follow in climbing the mountain; and this path is slippery. My advice, don't climb the mountain after you swim or wallow at the water. 

And in here we truly appreciate the beauty of the place. 

the view from the top

at the other side of Anawangin Cove

How to get there:

1. Ride a victory liner bus bound to Iba, Zambales (php 375.00)
2. From Iba, Zambales ride a tricycle that will bring you to Pundaquit.
3. Hire a boat to take you to Pundaquit (Php 2,000.00 negotiable)

Important Things to Bring:

1. food
2. lots of water
3. tent, blankets, towels (for camp-goers)
4. sun block lotion and anti-mosquito lotion (for camp-goers)
5. matches, lighter, flashlight (for camp-goers)
6. camera
7. toiletries