Pitogo Island
Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Pitogo Island has an approximately 6-7 hectares of total land area which has a unique smooth-edge stone shoreline called Lantangan Beach. Pitogo Island is probably the most "Jurassic Park" area of Caramoan. It is where you will be greeted by the stillness as well as peacefulness of the water. Jagged and rugged rocks will also welcome you.
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Travel Guide Caramoan
Caramoan, a group of islands in the north-eastern portion of Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region is best known for being the filming location of several seasons of the hit reality show Survivor. The international TV show often chooses exotic locales with stunning scenery. With the clusters of islands lined with white sand beaches, deep gorges, limestone cliffs, coral reefs, diverse marine life, serene lagoons, subterranean river and caves, its easy to see why the production crew keeps choosing to film here.
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10 Extreme Adventures In Camarines Sur
My home province of Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region is commonly associated with religious pilgrimage sites. Most people who stop by Naga City, its capital, usually do a Visita Iglesia tour of the historic churches or come during the Penafrancia Fiesta, one of the biggest and most popular religious events in the Philippines held every September.
But for adventure-seekers, it's good to know that there's a lot more to do in the province any time of the year. From scaling down waterfalls to biking down mountain trails, adventure-packed activities await. Here's a look at some of the fun and ex ... -
Bicols Gem Caramoan Group Of Island
Ten years ago Caramoan was just a dream. When the dream becomes a reality it seems like I have entered a paradise in a far away land. The moment I stepped onto my first island in Caramoan, I was ready to forget Manila, everything was so alluring and mesmerizing. No wonder many seasons of Survivor shows all over the world were shot here and even up to now.
Caramoan is a first class municipality in the Bicol Region with less than 50,000 inhabitants. It has more or less 70 kilometers of irregular coastline surrounded by vast ocean ??" Philippine Sea of the Pacific Ocean on the North. Aside fro ... -
Travel Guide To Caramoan
Caramoan is a rugged getaway in the Philippines best known for being the filming location of several seasons of the hit reality show Survivor. The TV show often chooses exotic locales with stunning scenery. With its clusters of islands lined with white sand beaches, limestone cliffs, coral reefs, diverse marine life, serene lagoons, subterranean river and caves, it's easy to see why the production crew chose to film here.
WHERE EXACTLY IS CARAMOAN:
Caramoan Peninsula is located in the lower eastern part of the province of Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region of the Philippines. It is surrou ... -
The Song of Pitogo Island Caramoan
We sailed off to Pitogo Island in a calm and friendly sea from the mesmerizing sand and waters of Matukad Island. We were informed that there will be a minimal hiking activity on the island in order for us to see the 360 degrees view of that part of Caramoan Group of Island.
I was a bit disappointed because upon the view of Pitogo Island shore I did not see a white sand beach which I expect in all the islands of Caramoan. But I was hearing a nice melody when our boat was approaching Pitogo Island. I was sure it was from the shore and the waters going to it.
"Ano yun!?" or "What is that?" ... -
Marine Lakes and Pebble Beaches of Pitogo Bay
The most popular cluster islands in Caramoan, Camarines Sur ??" namely Matukad, Lahos and Minalahos ??" are characterized by jagged limestone and powder-fine beaches, but outlying islands in the area evoke a different kind of beauty. Southeast of this island group is Pitogo Bay, which clutches hidden marine lakes and a grassy island with pebble beaches.
Our outrigger boat entered the innermost coast of the bay and docked next to a dilapidated platform next to an abandoned structure which seemed like a guard house or ranger's outpost of some sort. A few minutes walk inland from here led to a ...