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Exploring The Sayaw Beach In Barili

11/4/2017

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​Cebu is known for its white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. These are the main attractions that made it one of the best islands in the world. Many of the more popular beaches in Cebu are located close to the city or in the northern part of the island. But, there are some lesser known beaches located in the southern part of Cebu. One of these beaches is the Sayaw Beach in Barili.
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Sayaw Beach – image source: youtube.com
Barili

Barili is a town located in the southwestern part of Cebu. When the Spanish conquistadores arrived in 1602, they erected a cross in the area. A parish was later established in 1614. Barili only became a town in 1632. It is bordered by Aloguinsan in the north, Dumanjug in the south, and Carcar and Sibonga to its east. The western side of the town faces the Tañon Strait. 
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Sayaw Beach – image source: mapio.net
Sayaw Beach

The Sayaw Beach is a white sand beach located along the road in Barili. The name of the place is the Cebuano word for dance. The crystal clear waters of the place make it appealing to any beach lover. While there are rocky areas in the beach, they are not painful to step on if you want to swim barefoot. There is a small store at the beach, but it is advisable to bring your own supplies. There are some cottages for rent if you want to stay at the beach for the day. A private rest house is also available for rent in the area. 
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Sayaw Beach – image source: aroundguides.com
​You can also opt to rent a small boat so you can explore some caves close to the beach. It will be a fun experience for those who have not yet tried paddling an outrigger boat. You do not have to worry about getting lost since the owner of the boat will accompany you. The water close to the cave is colder and clearer than the water close to the beach. 
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Sayaw Beach – image source: cebu-bluewaters.com
Getting to the Sayaw Beach

You can reach the Sayaw Beach by getting on a bus headed to Barili at the Cebu South Bus Terminal. If you are planning a day trip, it is advisable to take the 7:00 AM bus and stop at Shamrock for breakfast. From Shamrock, you can ride on a motorcycle for hire to Sayaw Beach. 
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Cebu South Bus Terminal – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
​The Sayaw Beach of Barili may not be as popular as the other beaches close to the city, but it is suitable enough for anyone who wants to take a short break from life in the city. You can consider it as one of your options if you want to take a dip without having to deal with the crowds typically associated with the more popular beaches in Cebu.

Have you visited the Sayaw Beach of Barili already? Tell us about it on the comments section below.
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