Anawangin Cove

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Camp site in Anawangin Cove

Located in the province of Zambales, Anawangin Cove is a popular tourist attraction in Luzon. It is approximately 4 to 5 hours from Metro Manila hence a favorite weekend getaway of city dwellers looking to momentarily escape the urban jungle.

Anawangin Cove is a testament that a disaster has the capacity to create something beautiful as this beauty is what it is today due to the deadly eruption of Mount Pinatubo in 1991. This crescent-shaped beach, originally with rocky shore, now has white to grayish sand that came from the mouth of Pinatubo. Agoho trees (sea pine tree) eventually grew in the area therefore creating a perfect spot for people who want to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of nature.

The cove is hidden behind the mountain and the easiest way to get there is by boat as trekking to the area could last for hours. Aside from enjoying the water and chilling by the beach, you can explore the cove and inlet, climb the hill, set up a tent for camping, marvel at the beautiful night sky, and visit nearby islands and coves.

Fast Facts

Attraction:

Anawangin Cove

Type of Attraction:

Cove | Natural Attractions

Address:

Pundaquit, San Antonio, Zambales

Website:

None

Phone:

(0947) 913 3015

Hours:

Always open

Closed:

Always open

Best Time to Visit:

December to April

Food & Drink:

YES

FREE WiFi:

Cost:

Cost per Person: $15+

Payment Type:

Cash

Fees:

20 pesos ($0.4 USD) – Municipal environmental fee
1,200 – 3,000 pesos ($24 – $60 USD) – Small boat rent (good for 4 persons)
300 – 750 pesos($6 – $15 USD) – Big boat rent per person
500 pesos ($10 USD) – Tent rental per night
50 pesos ($1 USD) – Entrance fee day tour
130 pesos ($2.6 USD) – Entrance fee overnight
200 pesos ($4 USD) – Small cottage rental fee (daytime)
350 pesos ($7 USD) – Small cottage rental fee (overnight)
2,500 pesos ($50 USD) – Kubo rent per night

Notes:

The area is powered by generator only and electricity is available from 6 PM to 5 AM only. Make sure to use your electronics accordingly. You may also want to bring your own flashlights and extra batteries so you will have something to use when needed.

There is no phone signal or internet in Anawangin. Before leaving, let your loved ones know where you are going so as to save them from worrying when they cannot contact you.

Bring enough drinking water, food, knife, can or bottle opener, and other things you think you might need while in Anawangin.

Don’t forget your sunblock, mosquito repellent, and first aid kit.

MAP

This attraction is located on Luzon Island in Zambales Province.

NEED TO KNOW

How to Get to Anawangin Cove?

By Bus From Manila

Step 1
From terminals in Cubao, Caloocan, Earnshaw, and Pasay, ride a bus bound to Iba or Santa Cruz in Zambales. Fare is between P270 ($5.4 USD) and P360 ($7.2 USD) depending on your place of origin in Manila. Let the driver/conductor know that you are getting off in San Antonio, otherwise they’ll charge you more thinking that you are going to Iba. Travel time is between four to five hours.

Step 2
Get off at San Antonio Public Market and take a tricycle to Pundaquit. One way tricycle cost is P80 but you can split the cost if you are sharing the ride with one or two other passengers. Travel time is around 20 minutes.

Step 3
In Pundaquit, pay the P20 environmental fee and negotiate your ride to Anawangin Cove. There are two options to get to Anawangin Cove – by sea or by land.

By Sea

Small Boat Rental (good for 4 persons)
Anawangin Cove – P1,200 ($24 USD)
Anawangin + Capones Island – P1,500 ($30 USD)
Anawangin + Capones + Camara – P1,800 ($36 USD)
Anawangin + Nagsasa – P2,400 ($48 USD)
Anawangin + Nagsasa + Capones + Camara – P3,000 ($60 USD)

Big Boat Rental (good for 5 persons, rate per person)
Anawangin Cove – P300 ($6 USD)
Anawangin + Capones Island – P300 ($6 USD)
Anawangin + Capones + Camara – P450 ($9 USD)
Anawangin + Nagsasa – P600 ($12 USD)
Anawangin + Nagsasa + Capones + Camara – P750 ($15 USD)

By Land
Anawangin Cove can be reached by hiking over Mt. Pundaquit, usually after four to five hours.

Airport Closest to Anawangin Cove

Clark International Airport (IATA: CRK), formerly called Diosdado Macapagal International Airport, is the airport closest to Anawangin Cove. It is located more than 100 kilometers away which is approximately two hours drive.