Things to do in Caramoan

The heart of any Caramoan trip is island hopping, with standout stops including Matukad Island - famous for its powdery white sand and a dramatic cliff-top lagoon - and the long sweep of Lahos Island, the largest in the cluster. Cotivas Island's calm, impossibly blue water is perfect for snorkelling above vibrant coral, while the sandbars at Manlawi and Guinahoan Island emerge at low tide as ribbons of white sand surrounded by open sea. Each island has its own character, making every stop feel like a new discovery.

Back on the mainland, hike the 500 steps of Mount Caglago to reach a giant statue of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary and enjoy a full 360-degree panorama of the Caramoan archipelago. For cave enthusiasts, Culapnit Cave in Sitio Bariw offers spelunking through spectacular stalactite formations. In the evenings, the small town of Caramoan comes alive with barbecue stalls and the warm hospitality of Bicolano locals. From Caramoan, combine your trip with a visit to the CamSur Watersports Complex in Pili for world-class wakeboarding, or venture further to witness the majestic cone of Mayon Volcano.