Kabila White Beach and Giant Clam Nursery - Camiguin
Located in a cove near Cantaan in the town of Guinsiliban in the Camiguin Province, Kabila White Beach is a beautiful white sand beach with crystal clear waters.
Unlike most white sand beaches in the country, Kabila White Beach is not overcrowded or flocked by tourists. In fact, it is quite hidden and is surely very peaceful and quiet. That's not all, it also houses several giant clam nurseries where they take care of giant clams which they also use to educate tourists.
The locals conserve the beach and its surroundings, that's why visitors are requested to pay an entrance fee of P25. My wife and I got to visit Kabila White Beach and Giant Clam Nursery for the first time during our 7-day honeymoon backpacking in Mindanao.
Team Nicerio visits Kabila White Beach
If you're planning to take a dip or snorkel. you could rent a snorkeling set for about P50, floaters on the other hand is worth P20. I highly suggest this activity. The sight of the giant clams in their natural habitat is a remarkable sight.
If you're not in the mood to get wet, there is what I call as "Giant Clam Educational Tour" that you'll enjoy for sure. Just around the vicinity are water tanks/ round pools containing several giant clams that the locals are breeding. This Giant Clam Nursery is just a mere extension of the vast Giant Clam farm found in the area.
Here's a photo of a giant clam |
The giant clams are placed inside tanks |
Team Nicerio learning about giant clams |
What I like about the "Giant Clam Educational Tour", aside from seeing the giant clams up close without getting wet, is the vivid explanations of the young local girls who know a lot about these beautiful creatures. When you listen to one of them speak, it seems like you're watching Discovery Channel or Nat Geo Adventures. They are really fluent in English and would even entertain any questions about the giant clams.
You should never miss the chance of visiting Kabila White Beach and the Giant Clam Nursery in case you happen to venture into Camiguin. You would surely love it.
Kabila White Beach and Giant Clam Nursery Entrance Fee
Kabila White Beach Guide Fee (P150), Entrance Fee (P25), and Environmental Fee (P25), Rental masks and snorkels - P100 and fins for an additional P100.
Kabila White Beach and Giant Clam Nursery Operating Hours
Kabila White Beach and Giant Clam Nursery are open 6AM - 6PM.
Why visit Kabila White Beach and Giant Clam Nursery?
Kabila White Beach and Giant Clam Nursery is a good place to visit to unwind and enjoy the beauty of nature. It's also a place to learn about giant clams.
Getting to Kabila White Beach and Giant Clam Nursery:
Airline companies offer flights to Cagayan de Oro Airport (Laguindingan Airport).
From there, ride a van to Agora Market. From there that will bring you to the Balingoan Port in Cagayan the Oro.
van fare to Agora: P250
van fare to Balingoan Port: P120
van fare to Balingoan Port: P120
Board a fast craft going to Benoni Port.
Fast craft fare: P750-850
From Benoni Port in Camiguin, you have a variety of transportation choices.
(It's a wise choice to haggle first before acquiring someone's services.)
Motorcycle: P400-500 a day
Motorela (tricycle): P1000-1500 a day
Multicab: P2000-2500 a day
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Can you go beach camping here?
ReplyDeleteYes you could but there are resorts that you could stay into. =)
DeleteNagsnorkle kami diyan sa area na yan. Napakaganda. Salamat sa pag promote sir!
ReplyDeleteWelcome po. Thank you din sa pagbisita sa blog ko.
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