Travel Guide: Hundred Islands National Park

Summer bliss is approaching and one of the sought – after destinations is probably the Hundred Islands in Alaminos, Pangasinan in Luzon. Sprinkled in Lingayen Gulf are the 123 quintessential islands which comes in different shapes and sizes that everyone is dreaming to visit. There are few islands that are made accessible to tourist, Governor’s Island, Quezon Island, Children’s Island and Marcos Island just to name a few. Each island has a unique characteristic of its own, from an integral cave system like in Cuenca Cave, a craggy terrain and outrageous all out adventures.

Cuenca Cave

Gifted with excellent blue – green waters and rich coral reefs, visitors could enjoy swimming even the sun is high and do snorkeling to see the stunning corals and colorful fishes like clown fish and puffer fish.

the giant clam

puffing puffer fish 

For activities that requires power and strength, kayaking suit you, deathtifying cliff jumping at Imelda cave is also famous for the tourists – it is a must try experience, it will bring you joy while doing the stunt!

 

Cliff diving at Imelda Cave

How to get to Hundred Islands, Alaminos, Pangasinan:

Alaminos city is four to five hours away from Manila. Victory Liner Bus in Cubao has hourly trip every day to Alaminos for P393. First trip is 4:00am and the last trip is 11:50pm.

Rates:

The tourism office developed a standard boat rental rates and fees for island hopping. 

Day Tour
         Entrance Fee - P20/pax
         Small Boat (1 to 5 persons) – P800
         Medium Boat (6 to 10 persons) – P1000
         Big Boat (11 to 15 persons) – P1100
Overnight Tour
          Entrance fee - P 40/pax
          Small Boat (1 to 5 persons) – P1400
          Medium Boat (6 to 10 persons) – P1800
          Big Boat (11 to 15 persons) – P2000