YOUR GUIDE to CALAGUAS 1. What to Expect: Mahabang Buhangin
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YOUR GUIDE TO CALAGUAS 1. What to Expect: Mahabang Buhangin (Long Beach) is a beautiful cove on the island of Tinaga, part of the Calaguas Islands of Camarines Norte. 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-Vinzons-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 Daet) 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.