Cebu was recognized as the fifth best island in the world in the Reader’s Choice Awards of Conde Nast Traveller magazine for 2016. This does not come as a surprise to residents and visitors of the island since Cebu has a number of the best beaches in the world.
Beaches in Cebu – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
We came up with a short list of some beaches in Cebu basing on a number of lists of the best beaches in the island.
Hidden Beach
Hidden Beach is a relatively-undeveloped beach located in the town of Aloguinsan. The natural white sand of the beach is one of the attractions of the place. While there are some bamboo tables, benches and cottages in the area, the beach front is free of these structures. You may see a good amount of marine life at the beach, including starfish, hermit crabs, and sea urchins, among others.
Hidden Beach
Hidden Beach is a relatively-undeveloped beach located in the town of Aloguinsan. The natural white sand of the beach is one of the attractions of the place. While there are some bamboo tables, benches and cottages in the area, the beach front is free of these structures. You may see a good amount of marine life at the beach, including starfish, hermit crabs, and sea urchins, among others.
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It is called Hidden Beach since it is “hidden” from the main road by trees. Since the area has little commercial activity, you should not expect accommodations typically offered by resorts close to the city. You can get to the Hidden Beach by getting on a bus bound for Toledo City where you will have to ride a jeepney headed for the town of Aloguinsan. From Aloguinsan proper, you can ride a motorcycle for hire to take you to the Hidden Beach.
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Hermit’s Cove
Aside from the Hidden Beach, Aloguinsan is also home to another hidden paradise, Hermit’s Cove. Hermit’s Cove also has a white sand beach similar to the Hidden Beach. The beach is managed by the local government in cooperation with the Department of Tourism. Getting to the beach itself can be an adventure since the road is a not yet paved. Once you reach the place, you have to go down stairs carved out of the rock.
Aside from the Hidden Beach, Aloguinsan is also home to another hidden paradise, Hermit’s Cove. Hermit’s Cove also has a white sand beach similar to the Hidden Beach. The beach is managed by the local government in cooperation with the Department of Tourism. Getting to the beach itself can be an adventure since the road is a not yet paved. Once you reach the place, you have to go down stairs carved out of the rock.
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While there are bamboo open cottages for rent, the beach has no facilities for overnight stays. Hermit’s Cove was supposedly the home of a hermit named Tabogon. In fact, the name of the barangay where Hermit’s Cove is located is called Kantabogon, which comes the Cebuano phrase “kang Tabogon” or Tagobon’s place. It is important for you to remember to pass by The Farmhouse to register and pay for the entrance fee before going to Hermit’s Cove.
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Tingko Beach
Tingko Beach is a hidden paradise located in the southern town of Alcoy. The clear blue waters of the beach entice both residents and visitors of the town. The white sand beach itself is nearly two kilometers long, and is lined with limestone cliffs and coconut trees.
Tingko Beach is a hidden paradise located in the southern town of Alcoy. The clear blue waters of the beach entice both residents and visitors of the town. The white sand beach itself is nearly two kilometers long, and is lined with limestone cliffs and coconut trees.
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You will have a number of options if you are planning to stay the night at Tingko Beach. You can choose from the resorts in the area or you can opt to pitch a tent at the beach itself for a minimal fee. Getting to Tingko Beach is as easy as riding a bus bound for Alcoy and telling the driver or conductor to let you off at the beach.
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Maravilla Beach
Hidden beaches in Cebu are not limited to the south since the northwestern part of Cebu also has its own hidden paradise, Maravilla Beach. Maravilla Beach is a public beach that has attracted the attention of local and foreign tourists. The white sand beach and crystal clear waters are rather enticing to anyone who gets to visit the place. The barangay maintains the place and provides security to visitors.
Hidden beaches in Cebu are not limited to the south since the northwestern part of Cebu also has its own hidden paradise, Maravilla Beach. Maravilla Beach is a public beach that has attracted the attention of local and foreign tourists. The white sand beach and crystal clear waters are rather enticing to anyone who gets to visit the place. The barangay maintains the place and provides security to visitors.
Beaches in Cebu – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
You can opt to pitch a tent at the beach itself or you can rent a room in one of the resorts at the place. Barangay tanods roam the area at night to ensure the security of visitors. There is also a small store selling food in the area. You can ride a van for hire going to Tabuelan and get on a motorcycle for hire to get to Maravilla Beach.
Beaches in Cebu – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
Basdaku
Another beach that has consistently figured in a number of lists of the best beaches in Cebu is Basdaku in Moalboal. Even as Moalboal is famous for its dive sites, the town also has a beach that is popular among residents and visitors of the town. Basdaku or White Beach is a long stretch of white sand close to the jump off point of divers in the town.
Another beach that has consistently figured in a number of lists of the best beaches in Cebu is Basdaku in Moalboal. Even as Moalboal is famous for its dive sites, the town also has a beach that is popular among residents and visitors of the town. Basdaku or White Beach is a long stretch of white sand close to the jump off point of divers in the town.
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Since Moalboal is considered as a tourist town, there are a number of accommodations available for visitors who want to stay the night. You also have the option to pitch a tent on the beach itself and sleep under the stars at night. You can get to Basdaku by hopping on a bus bound for Moalboal at the Cebu South Bus Terminal. Once you reach the town, you can ride a motorcycle for hire to take you to the beach itself.
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These are just five of the best beaches where you can spend a weekend in the island of Cebu. There are many other beaches not included in this list, including the ones found on the islands off the coast of mainland Cebu.
Beaches in Cebu – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
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