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Travel Guide: Hundred Islands National Park in Alaminos Pangasinan
Hundred Islands National Park Travel Guide
You’ve seen Hundred Islands National Park in your text books and splashed all over travel brochures of the Philippines. Hundred Islands in Alaminos Pangasinan is definitely one of the most iconic attractions of the Philippines. Although my recent visit there was short, it was worth every second.
Birds Eyeview from Quezon Island’s Viewdeck
The national park actually covers a land area of 1,884 hectares and consists of 123 islands, however only 3 islands have been developed for tourists. These are Governor, Quezon and Children’s Island.
One of the islands you should visit is Governor’s Island where there is a viewing deck which will provide you with an incredible view of the the Hundred Islands. This island also features a Guesthouse for rent which is perfect for use by a huge group. The guesthouse has 2 bedrooms, a living room, dining room, bathroom and kitchen. It has limited fresh water supply, fresh linens and generator powered electricity.
Boat Rental in Lucap Wharf
Quezon Island is also one of the most visited islands. This island is famous for its white sandy beaches that is best for snorkeling and kayaking. Kayaking and snorkeling equipment rental is available in the island. If you are looking for more of an isolationist experience, you can ask your boat driver to take you to one of the other islands with smaller beach coves.
Cathedral Cave
Best Time to Visit
It highly recommended to visit the national park during dry or summer season November to May. If you are traveling by bus, its best to leave Manila by 12 midnight to reach the place just in time for breakfast.
Things to do in Hundred Islands
- Island Hopping
- Spelunking
- Fun-fishing
- Parasailing
- Sun Bathing
- Jet Skiing
- Kayaking
- Diving
- Banana Boat Ride
- Birdwatching
Quezon Island
How to get there
Getting to the Hundred Islands is pretty simple. All you really need to do is take a bus to Alaminos Pangasinan (5-6 hours) then grab a boat from Barangay Lucap in Alaminos and Voila!.
Lucap or Alaminos Wharf, the jump off point to the National Park, is about 240 kilometres (150 miles) north from the Kilometer Zero marker in Rizal Park in Manila or about 4 hours drive by private vehicle.
From Alaminos City Public Market, proceed to Lucap terminal located in front of Suki Supermarket. From Lucap Wharf, you can rent a boat that will bring you to the islands.
The boat rental rates are standardized so you shouldn’t need to negotiate here. You can do it in a day from Manila if you leave early enough but its best to take your time and stay overnight in some resorts in Lucap or in Alaminos City.
Small Boats in Governors Island
Where to Stay
Camping is possible in Quezon Island (P400 per tent) and there are also tent that are available for rent.
MAXINE’S BY THE SEA
Lucap, Alaminos City
Tel. No. (+6375) 551-2537
THE HUNDRED ISLANDS RESORT HOTEL
(THIROH 2000)
Lucap, Alaminos City
Tel. No. (+6375) 551-5753
Fax No. (+6375) 551-5754
E-mail: hillvertz@skybiz.com
hillvertz@yahoo.com
100 ISLANDS VIEW
Lucap, Alaminos City
Tel. No. (+63912) 314-6180
ST. MARIE CLUB RESORT
Bued, Alaminos City
Tel. No. (+6375) 551-3362
VISTA DEL MAR HOTEL & RESTAURANT
Lucap, Alaminos City
Tel. No. (+6375) 551-4455
BARNY’S LODGE & RESTAURANT
Lucap, Alaminos City
Tel. No.: (+6375) 551-6148
(+63919) 430-6589
HUNDRED ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK
Lucap, Alaminos City
Tel. No. (+6375) 551-2505
OCEANVIEW LODGE AND RESTAURANT
Lucap, Alaminos City
Tel. No. (+635) 551-2501
SEASIDE HAVEN (L.S. MARINA 100)
Lucap, Alaminos City
Tel. No. (+6375) 551-2711C
For more hotel, lodging, resorts and other accommodation options, book online via Agoda.
Where to eat
You can buy cooked food at Alaminos town or at the restaurants available at Lucas Wharf. Here are the list of recommended restaurants in Alaminos, Pangasinan.
ALAMINOS CITY PEOPLE’S FOOD COURT
Telephone: (075) 696-1568
Email:alaminoscitytourism@gmail.com
Address: Poblacion, Alaminos City, Pang.
ELIANA’S GRILL & RESTAURANT
Mobile Phone: 0915-315-8730
Email: elianas.resto@gmail.com
Location: Brgy. San Vicente, Alaminos City, Pang.
HUNDRED ISLANDS CAFE? SILVERS by GOLD
Mobile Phone: 0949-300-2549
Email: tugadegold@yahoo.com
Address: Plaza Agapito Braganza, San Jose Drive, Alaminos City, Pangasinan
MAXINE BY THE SEA SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
Contact: (075) 696- 0964 / 0921-642-8551
Website: www.maxinebythesea.com
Address: Brgy.Lucap, Alaminos City, Pang.
PAPATOK’S RESTAURANT
Telephone: (075) 551-4660 / 0949-300-2549
Email: margaretmarysantiago17@gmail.com papatokskitchen@facebook.com
Location: Quezon Avenue, Poblacion, Alaminos City, Pang.
REY-LYN RESTAURANT
Contact: 0917-610-4144
Email: blue15_a @yahoo.com
Address: Palali St., Poblacion, Alaminos City, Pang.
ULY’S GRILL & BAR
Mobile: 0918-562-0259
Search on Facebook: Uly’sResto Grill
Address: Brgy. Palamis, Alaminos City, Pang.
Hundred Islands National Park Fees (Updated May 2017)
Environmental Fee is Php 40.00 per person for day tour and Php 80.00 per person for those who are planning to stay overnight.
- Children 5 years old & below: FREE
- Discount-20% t for Senior Citizen/PWD
- Discounts are implemented on Environmental Fee ONLY.
INSURANCE (Effective for 24 hours) Php 10.00 per person
Boat Rental Rates
|
TOUR TYPE (Boat Size) |
One-day Tour with Service Boat |
Two-day Tour with Service Boat |
|
Small (max.of 5 pax) |
Php 1,400.00 |
Php 3,000.00 |
|
Medium (max.of 10 pax) |
Php 1,800.00 |
Php 3,800.00 |
|
Large (max.of 15 pax) |
Php 2,000.00 |
Php 4,500.00 |
Rates for Accommodation and Facitilies
|
FACILITY |
DAY TOUR |
OVERNIGHT |
|
Guest House |
Php 5,000.00 |
|
|
Gazebo |
Php 600.00 |
Php 1,000.00 |
|
Pavilion 1 & 2 |
||
|
1st floor |
Php 5,000.00 |
Php 7,000.00 |
|
2nd floor |
Php 5,000.00 |
Php 7,000.00 |
|
3rd floor |
Php 3,000.00 |
Php 4,000.00 |
|
Picnic Tables and chairs |
||
|
At Pavilion 1 |
Php 300.00 |
Php 500.00 |
|
At Pavilion 2 |
Php 200.00 |
Php 300.00 |
|
Wooden tables w/o shed |
Php 500.00 |
Php 700.00 |
|
Concrete tables w/o shed |
Php 200.00 |
Php 300.00 |
|
Tent space (pitching fee) |
Php 200.00 |
Rates for Island Activities
|
Zip line (546 meters) Governor’s Island |
Php 250.00 per jump |
|
Zip line (120 meters) Quezon Island |
Php 100.00 per jump |
|
Wall Climbing |
Php 50.00 per pax |
|
Rapelling |
Php 50.00 per pax |
|
3 in 1 package |
Php 175.00 |
|
Banana Boat (max. 7pax) |
Php 1,500.00 per ride |
|
Helmet Diving |
Php 400.00 per dive (20 mins.) |
|
Kayaking ( max.2pax) |
Php 250.00 per hour |
|
Snorkeling |
Php 250.00 per set gear rental |
Travel Tips
- Boat Rentals are available from 7am-5pm at Lucap Wharf.
- There is a small Sari-sari store in Quezon Island but make sure to bring enough food.
- Bring your Power Banks for your mobile phone, charging cellphone and gadgets is expensive.
- The best time to visit the Hundred Islands is during dry months (November to May)
- ATM Machine is available at the Tourist Information Center at the Lucap Wharf, make sure to bring extra cash.
Whether your objective is to go island hopping, scuba diving, snorkeling or staking out a claim on your own private beach paradise, take a day or two and explore the Hundred Islands National Park. You’ll be glad you did.
Originally Posted: March 24, 2010
Updated: May 20, 2017
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Travel Guide: Hundred Islands National Park in Alaminos Pangasinan
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