Philippines is an archipelago of more or less 7107 interesting islands. Pristine beaches and amazing islands best describes my tropical country. I have been to a lot of beaches in the country because of this job.:) When we’re talking about Philippine beaches we usually associate the words “fine and powdery white/blackish sands”, definitely true! But one beach/ coastal area in Surigao City has unique feature. Instead of white/ blackish sands, pebbles (usually round or in oval shape) composed the long beach area of Mabua and Ipil Area. Mabua Pebble Beach is located in North-western side of Surigao City about 15-20 minutes travel from the city proper.
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If you want to see the perfect view of the whole pebble beach, you need to climb Mt Baragabon and try to pass its 300 steps challenge. Opps! Don't miss also the golden sunset view at the pebble beach area around 5:30 to 6:00 pm. |
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| The three hundred steps trail going to the top of Mt. Baragabon to see the panoramic view of the pebble beach. |
For overnight stay, there are resorts, hotels, and inns available in the area and I highly recommend Mt. Baragabon Hotel and Beach Resort. Budget friendly and they serve the best foods!
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| My Fave Biko ng Surigao served with mango and ice tea |
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| Special Turon (with sesame seeds) |
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| Surigao's Sayunsong at Biko- perfect match! |
How to get there:
Plan your trip now going to Surigao City and must include visit to Mabua Pebbles of Ipil-Mabua coastline. Airphil Express and Cebu Pacific flies directly to Surigao City from Manila. Visit Airphil Express and Cebu Pacific's website for further details. Ride in a multicab or tricycle from Surigao Airport going to Gateway crossing. From Crossing (Gateway Surigao) hire a habal-habal or tricycle that will take you to Mabua Beach Area. Fare costs around 80-100 pesos. Cheaper way? From crossing ride in multicab bound to San Francisco (Anaoaon)/Malimuno and ask the driver to drop you in crossing Ipil going to Mabua. Fare costs 15 pesos. From crossing Ipil ride in a habal-habal going to Mabua Beach area fare is 10 pesos only.
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