The Hundred Islands in Pangasinan
The Philippines boasts of beautiful places that can qualify as wonders of the world. While Palawan has the Underground River and Bohol has the Chocolate Hills, the province of Pangasinan takes pride in The Hundred Islands which is within the territorial jurisdiction of Alaminos City. Alaminos City is about 220 kilometers away from Metro Manila via the Romulo Highway in Camiling, Tarlac.
The Hundred Islands is such a stunning beauty that President Quezon declared it as a national park and a protected area. Total number of islands is 123. These islands are said to be 'ancient corals' that once formed the seabed of an 'ancient sea'. The clean, clear waters surrounding the islands and the fine sands make island hopping enjoyable. Sturdy outrigger boats can accommodate 15 persons. Rental fee is P2 thou per boat for an approximately one and a half hour ride.
Most tourists prefer to stop and alight at selected islands and spend some time frolicking under the sun and wading at the foreshores. The sights are enthralling and the marine environment is amazing. The beauty of The Hundred Islands is comparable to that of The 12 Apostles in Australia.
When touring Alaminos and The Hundred Islands, one does not have to take a plane, ride and endure several kilometers of bumpy, dirt roads and transfer to a motor boat for another hour ride. Not in Alaminos. The travel to Alaminos is trouble free as the traveler negotiates not so many turns and bends and sharp inclines as he rides through good roads.
If one does not feel like driving, he can take a bus ride to the City of Alaminos. Victory Liner provides daily services to commuters bound for the towns of Western Pangasinan. An airconditioned Victory Liner bus has lazy boy seats and provides free video and wifi. Fare from Cubao to Alaminos City is P393 per person.
Book now and find out for yourselves why The Hundred Islands is considered one of the wonders of the world.
- Konted
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| The Hundred Islands is about 15 minutes away from the welcome arch of Alaminos City in Western Pangasinan. |
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| Free water for motorists at the national highway in Alaminos City. |
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| Wharf at one of the islands. The Hundred Islands has been declared as a protected area. |
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| Clean, clear waters |
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| The boat ride around the islands is usually a smooth one. |
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| Approaching some more islands |
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| Rental fee per boat is P2thou. This is still negotiable. |
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| The small islands are said to be ancient corals. |
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| Boat approaches a big island. |
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| There are resorts and inns at two of the islands. There are also hotels at Lucap which is the jump off point. |
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| Abaca rope is being readied as boat approaches island. |
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| Time quickly passes by as you hop from one island to another. |
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| Capture the beauty of The Hundred Islands through your digicam. |
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| The City Officials of Alaminos and the Dept of Tourism ensure the safety of tourists and regularly check on the overall cleanliness of the area. |
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| Outrigger boats are sturdy and steady boats. |
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| More beautiful places to see |
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| Alaminos City is part of Western Pangasinan. |
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| U can do your island hopping in 1 1/2 hours. |
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| Boatmen are experienced in their line of work. |
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| Really a sight to behold |
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| Souvenir shot |
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| Cool inside the cave |
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| Bats at Bat Island |
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| Fun-filled day for tourists |
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| One of the few developed islands |
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| What more can u ask for? |
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| Another souvenir shot |
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| Victory Liner's waiting lounge in Cubao, Q.C. |
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| Well-maintained air -conditioned buses |
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| Smooth ride |
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| Free video and wifi access |
