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1. What to Expect: Mahabang Buhangin (Long Beach) is a beautiful cove on the island of , part of the Calaguas Islands of .

Calaguas, (Spanish for lime waters) boasts crystal clear lime waters, and powder like white sands that can be compared to Borocay. The cove itself has little commercial establishments and is perfect for the nature lover who loves beach camping.

2. Overnight Driving: All of our Calaguas tours depart on the evening prior to the first day of your vacation to maximize your time spent at the destination. It is a long road trip, so please make sure you get enough sleep on the road. Feel free to bring blankets and pillows to make sure you’re comfortable.There are a few pit stops on the way, so make sure you stretch your legs and use the bathroom.

3. Luggage: No large luggage please. We want everyone to be comfortable and have enough leg space. Only one backpack is permitted per person. Prior approval is required for other luggage such as strollers etc.

4. The Boat Ride: The boat ride from the coast to Tinago Island is 2-3 hours and can be quite rough. Please remember to bring medicine if you suffer from motion sickness.

5. Accommodation: Zero Two Travel provide tents that are good for 3-6 pax. The sand is soft and is great for pitching, but you may wish to bring along your own sleeping bag/roll mat.

6. Bathrooms: There are two CR’s near our campsite: 1. Cr with manual water pump (free to use). This is on the left of the site facing away from the beach 2. Cr with faucet (with small service fee). This is on the right of the site facing away from the beach.

Both are well maintained with concrete walls for privacy and proper toilet bowls, with seperate stalls for males and females. Neither are tiled, or have automatic flushes, so you will need to use a pail and dipper (tabo) for flushing and showering. Please bring your own tissue.

7. Electricity: There is no electricity mains on the island, but there is a generator used between 6pm - 12mn to supply minimal lighting.

8. Food: Calaguas is a remote set of islands and resources are fairly scarce. For your convenience, we will include food in your package. The meals are prepared by the locals and are Bicolanian favorites. If you have any special dietary requirements, please speak to your coordinator.

9. Stores: There are a few “Sari Sari” stores on the island that supplies basic snacks, drinks, alcohol and personal toiletries, however is quite expensive, so it is recommended that you bring your own.

10. Mobile Signal: There is no mobile signal on the beach or campsite. This is a great opportunity to relax and switch off from the world, however in case of emergency there is signal at the top of the hill (just a short trek).

STANDARD PACKAGE INCLUSIONS

INCLUSIONS

Round Trip Land Air-Conditioned Van Transfers (Manila--Manila) Motorized boat transfers (Vinzons-Calaguas-Vinzons) Fuel and Toll Campsite Entrance Fee Barangay Environmental Fee Tent Accommodation at the Island (3-6 sharing) Life jacket Port Fee Picnic Hut Rental Tour Coordinator Team of Bicolano Chefs Meals on Island (3-4 meals/2D1N | 6-7 meals/3D2N ) Drinking Water CR Fee’s on island Island Hop to Balagbag Island Entrance Fees to Hillside View Side trip to Bagasbas Beach (surf spot in ) Free use of Volleyball Equipment Lots of fun!

EXCLUSIONS Snorkel Set Rental Sleeping bag/mat

OPTIONAL ATV Rental php 400/head Additional tent php 250 subject to availability Surf Lessons in Bagasbas

2D1N ITINERARY

Day 0 2030H Assembly at pick up point 2100H ETD Manila to Vinzons (Jump off point)

Day 1 0530H ETA Vinzons / Breakfast (client’s expense) 0615H ETD Vinzons to Mahabang Buhangin 0915H ETA Mahabang Buhangin 0930H Set camp 1000H Free time (beach bumming, swimming, snorkeling) 1200H Lunch 1300H Explore Mangakawayan Village 1400H Island Hop to Isla Balagbag 1600H Snorkeling at coral reefs 1730H Sunset viewing by the beach 1900H Dinner 2000H Socials

Day 2 0730H Breakfast 0800H Free time /Trek to hilltop 0830H Break camp 1100H ETD Mahabang Buhangin 1400H ETA Vinzons / Wash up / Lunch 1430H ETD Vinzons to Daet 1500H ETA Daet / Side trip to Bagaspas Beach (surfing spot) 1700H ETD Daet to Manila 1900H Stop over / Dinner (client’s expense)

* Please note that departure from Mahabang Buhangin will depend on the weather and the waves. Depature from Daet should be no later than 5pm.

Day 3 0100H ETA Manila

3D2N ITINERARY

Day 0 2030H Assembly at pick up point 2100H ETD Manila to Vinzons (Jump off point)

Day 1 0530H ETA Vinzons / Breakfast (client’s expense) 0615H ETD Vinzons to Mahabang Buhangin 0915H ETA Mahabang Buhangin 0930H Set camp 1000H Free time (beach bumming, swimming, snorkeling) 1200H Lunch 1300H Explore island / beach bumming / swimming / snorkeling 1900H Dinner 2000H Socials

Day 2 0730H Breakfast 0800H Free time (trek to hilltop, beach bumming, swimming) 1200H Lunch 1300H Explore Mangakawayan Village 1400H Island Hop to Isla Balagbag 1600H Snorkeling at coral reefs 1700H ETA Mahabang Buhangin 1900H Dinner 2000H Socials

Day 3 0730H Breakfast 0830H Break camp 0900H ETD Mahabang Buhangin 1200H ETA Vinzons / Wash up / Lunch 1330H ETD Vinzons to Daet 1400H ETA Daet / Side trip to Bagaspas Beach (surfing spot) 1600H ETD Daet to Manila 1900H Stop over / Dinner

* Please note that departure from Mahabang Buhangin will depend on the weather and the waves. Depature from Daet should be no later than 5pm.

Day 4 0100H ETA Manila WHAT TO BRING

• Your Zero Two Travel Voucher (no need to print, you can just show it on your phone) • Personal clothing (please waterproof as your bag may get wet during the boat ride) • Swim/beachwear • Personal medication/toiletries • Snacks and extra water • Ziplocks/drybags to waterproof your gadgets • Sunblock • Off lotion • Camera and extra batteries • Flashlight/headlamp • Tissue/wet wipes • Towel • Additional plastics for personal trash/wet clothes

Optional • Snorkel set • Hammock • Sleeping Bag/mat • Powerbank

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

1. If you suffer from any medical conditions please advise your coordinator prior to trip 2. If you have any dietary requirements please advise you coordinator prior to trip 3. Request prior approval for additional luggage 4. The temperature is very hot. Please make sure that you use sun block, stay covered up/in the shade and stay hydrated to prevent heat stroke 5. If you are joining a group tour and you are late, we will have to leave you behind as not to compromise the other guests’ vacation 6. Alcohol is permitted on the island, however please respect others and the island. No inappropriate/rowdy behaviour please 7. To minimize impact of the activity to the area, it is mandatory that we follow the “Leave No Trace” principle • Plan ahead and prepare • Travel and camp on durable surfaces • Dispose of waste properly • Leave what you find • Minimize environmental impacts • Respect wildlife • Be considerate of other visitors.

8. It is advisable that your things in your bag are packed in a big plastic bag to ensure your belongings remain dry in case of rain 9. Trash and litter have no place in the wilderness. Campfires will not be allowed. Picking, gathering, hunting, or bringing home of flora, fauna and sand is strictly prohibited REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT DETAILS

1. Before registering or making a payment, please message our facebook page to check availability. 2. Submit contact details here: https://goo.gl/AwBxWH *All guests must register online individually. Zero Two Travel strictly exercises a “no registration no travel” policy 3. Reservation Fee: Php 500/head upon confirmation (deductible from balance) 4. Confirmation: To confirm your reservation, remaining balance must be fulfilled at least 10 business days prior to date of travel, otherwise, reservation will be auto-a cancelled. Late payment arrangements must be approved by one of our travel assistants 5. Upon full payment of the balance, you will be issued with a Zero Two Travel Voucher to your registered email address

Refund/Rebook Policy • Reservation fee is non-refundable but can be transferred to a new guest on the same scheduled date • A partial refund (50% of balance paid) will be issued if you decide to cancel your trip at least 15 business days prior to travel. After this period, no refund refund be offered • A rescheduling fee of Php 500/head is applied if you request to reschedule your trip at least 10 days prior to travel

Child Policy • Three (3) year old and below are free of charge provided that they share a seat/bed with their parent/s

Late Reservations • Late reservations (less than 10 days before trip) may be accepted subject to availability. Full payment will be required to reserve

THE SMALL PRINT: TERMS AND CONDITIONS • By making a payment to Zero Two Travel, you understand and agree to the terms and conditions on behalf of yourself and your group. • Online registration does not guarantee your reservation. Reserved seating is upon receipt of the reservation fee only. • Seats are given strictly on a first come first served basis upon receipt of the reservation fee • Late payments: If a late payment arrangement is approved, and there is a cancellation of 1 or more guests within 10 business days of the travel dates, the full balance must still be paid in order for the group to proceed. • Zero Two Travel reserves the right to cancel any tour if minimum number of seats are not fulfilled. You may opt to reschedule your reservation to any other available schedules or request a full refund. • In any event scheduled tours are affected by weather disturbances and other acts of nature, Zero Two Travel reserves the right to cancel trips and will be rescheduled accordingly. Full refund will also be offered (less 10% service charge). • Zero Two Travel, its employees and tour guides shall not be responsible and liable for any accident, loss, injury, and damage to property in connection with accommodation, transportation or other services resulting directly or indirectly from any occurrence or defects of vehicles, breakdown of equipment, acts of God, strikes, civil disturbances, theft, delay or cancellation in the itinerary. TERMS AND CONDITIONS • Zero Two Travel reserves the right to cancel any tour if minimum number of seats are not fulfilled. You may opt to reschedule your reservation to any other available schedules or we may offer a full refund • In any event scheduled tours are affected by weather disturbances and other acts of nature, Zero Two Travel reserves the right to cancel trips and will be rescheduled accordingly. Full refund will also be offered (less 10% service charge) • Zero Two Travel, its employees and tour guides shall not be responsible and liable for any accident, loss, injury, and damage to property in connection with accommodation, transportation or other services resulting directly or indirectly from any occurrence or defects of vehicles, breakdown of equipment, acts of God, strikes, civil disturbances, theft, delay or cancellation in the itinerary

CONTACT DETAILS FAQS

BOOKINGS AND RESERVATIONS

1. What is the best way to contact Zero Two Travel? For faster transactions, you may message us through our facebook page.

2. Does everyone have to register online? Yes, all guests must register online. If you are not registered, you will not ride.

3. Why do I have to specify my weight and height? We need to know if there are any plus sized people in the group. This is to ensure we allocate the appropriate van and tent to all our clients.

4. What is the schedule for joiners? Our Calaguas trips depart every Thursday (3D2N) and Friday (2D1N) at 9:00pm.

5. Can I request a different date? We can accommodate exclusive groups on your preferred dates. Suggested headcount is 12 pax. If less then 12 pax, the price may vary.

6. Can I request an exclusive van/boat? Yes you may for an additional cost. Please ask one of our travel assistants.

7. Can I pay the remaining balance on the day? No, for the security of our guests and travel crew, we do not allow cash payments. We will only accept payments through bank deposit/transfer and this must paid 10 days prior to trip to guarantee your reservation.

8. What if I miss the payment schedule? Your reservation will be forfeited. You may be able to join the trip if seats are still available however full package price will be charged.

9. I have already paid but I want to reschedule my trip. You may reschedule for an additional php 500/head if you give us 10 or more days notice.

10. I need to cancel my reservation. IF: You have paid your reservation fee only, this is non refundable. However if you can find a replacement, the reservation fee can be transferred to the new guest.

You have fully paid and give us 15 or more days notice, you are entitled to a 50% refund.

You have fully paid but it is less than 15 days before the trip, you may not be refunded. However if you can find a replacement, however, your travel voucher is transferable should you be able to find a replacement.

11. Once we have registered and/or paid, can I add additional pax? Yes. Please ask one of our travel assistance.

12. I have kids in the group. Will they be charged the same rate as adults. If your child is 3 years and under and can share a seat, they can ride for free. Children between 3-10 years old will be charged at barkarda rate (the lowest rate for the trip).

13. Can we adjust the itinerary? It may be possible to adjust the itinerary so long as the other guests agree.

14. Can I get an official receipt? Once you have made a payment you will be issued a travel voucher to acknowledge your payment. If you need an official receipt, please advise our staff prior to making a payment.

TRANSPORTATION

1. What types of vehicles do we use? We use a variety of vehicles depending on the size of the group.

2. Where is the pick-up point? The pick-up point is Caltex, EDSA (Southbound), cor. Boni Ave.

3. What happens if I am running late for the pick-up. The contact number of your driver will be provided a few days before the trip. Please call him if you are running late. You will be given a maximum of 30 minutes grace period. We cannot wait any longer than this as not to compromise the schedule of the other guests. If we have to leave you behind, you will not be entitled to a refund.

4. How many people in the van? 12-15 pax

5. How many in the boat? 18-30 pax

6. How long is the road trip. Manila to Vinzons will take a minimum of 6 hours. Journey time may be longer depending on traffic.

7. Will there be stop overs? Yes.

8. How long is the boat ride? 2-3 hours.

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS

1. How many per tent? 3-6 pax

2. Can I request an additional tent? Yes, you may rent an additional tent good for 2 pax for php 250 per tent. This is subject to availability. Please notify our travel assistant Wednesday before the trip.

3. Do you provide sleeping bags/mats/pillows/blankets? No, please bring your own.

4. What type of food is served? There is no set menu. It depends on what’s available at the market. We buy the seasonal produce, fresh from the public market, and it is cooked on the island by our local Bicolano chefs. 2-3 viands per meal. A mixture of meat, seafood and vegetable dishes. A typical Bicolano meals include recipes cooked with gata (coconut milk), alamang (tiny shrimp either fresh or dried) and labuyo (chili).

5. What if I don’t like the food/have allergies/have specific dietary requirements? It may not be possible for us to accommodate personal preference and individual needs as we cook for a large group. If you have concerns please speak to our travel assistants. You may also bring your own food and we will assist with cooking it. There is also a sari-sari store that you can buy snacks from.

6. In the inclusions it states 3-4/6-7 meals. What does this mean? We will take care of the food on the island. During your last day, depending on the weather, you may leave before, or after lunch. If you leave after lunch, the additional meal will be provided as a freebie.

7. Should I bring my own snacks/is there a place to buy? Yes, you may bring your own snacks. Yes, there are sari sari stores on the island.

8. How much drinking water is provided? We provide 2-3 containers of water per van. This is sufficient for water during meals. Should you need additional water, please buy/bring your own.

9. What is the bathroom like? There are two CR’s near our campsite: 1. Cr with manual water pump (free to use). This is on the left of the site facing away from the beach. Please note that you can tip some of the locals to pump the water for you if needed.

2. Cr with faucet (with small service fee). This is on the right of the site facing away from the beach.

Both are well maintained with concrete walls for privacy and proper toilet bowls, with seperate stalls for males and females. Neither are tiled, or have automatic flushes, so you will need to use a pail and dipper (tabo) for flushing and showering. Please bring your own tissue.

10. Do I have to pay for the bathroom? Zero Two Travel pays in advance for the use of bathroom facilities near our campsite (water pump). The bathroom to the far right of the island has faucets and charge a minimal service fee. The bathroom at Vinzons Port also has a small service charge. You may also wish to pay for someone to pump the water for you if you do not wish to do it yourself.

11. What else am I expected to pay for once I am there? Snacks, alcohol, pasabulbong, food on the mainland, bathroom on the mainland. Everything else is covered!

12. Why is snorkel rental not included? The snorkeling activity is included in the itinerary, however we do not provide snorkel equipment due to hygiene reasons. Please bring your own.

13. How much are surf lessons? Surf lessons range between php 350-450 per hour with instructor.

14. Is there electricity on the island? There are no electricity mains, but we have a generator that provides minimal lighting between 6pm-12mn.

15. Is there mobile signal? None on the beach, but there is at Hill Top view on the Smart network (10-15 mins walk)

16. Is alcohol permitted? Where can I buy? Yes, alcohol is permitted but out of respect for other guests, we discourage against rowdy behavour.

17. Can we have a bonfire. No. Bonfires are prohibited in order to protect the environment CANCELLATION DUE TO WEATHER DISTURBANCES

Zero Two Travel values the safety of all our guests, and we monitor the weather forecasts closely. If there are high winds predicted with the probability of the Coast Guard halting sea crossing, we will cancel the trip with the following options:

1. Reschedule free of charge 2. Refund, less 10% service charge. Please note that refunds can take up to a week to process

There may some circumstances where a change in weather may happen on the day of travel. Should the majority of the group decide that they would like to push through, this shall be done at your own risk. If upon arrival, the Coast Guard will not allow passage, we will stay in Bagasabas overnight. We will provide tent accommodation, however should you wish to rent a room, you may do so at your own expense. Budget for the food will be refunded after the trip. No other refunds will be permitted, however you may rebook at a minimal rate.