About Tugawe Cove
Tugawe Cove is a secluded white-sand cove on Lahuy Island off the Caramoan Peninsula in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region. Accessible only by boat, it is known for its clear turquoise water, limestone cliffs, and tranquil setting within the Caramoan island-hopping circuit. The cove hosts a private beach resort offering cottages and water activities, and is noted as a former filming location for international Survivor editions, attracting visitors seeking swimming, snorkeling and island scenery.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a sheltered cove with white sand, clear turquoise water and surrounding limestone cliffs and forested hills on Lahuy Island. The beach area is managed as a private resort with cottages, open-air dining and shaded seating. Activities center on swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and photography. Access is by chartered outrigger boat from Sabang Port in Caramoan, with views of nearby islets during the crossing. The setting is quiet and relatively undeveloped compared to mainland beaches.
Key highlights
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Secluded white-sand cove on Lahuy Island with clear turquoise water
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Limestone cliffs and forested hills enclosing the beach
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Private resort with cottages for day-use and overnight stays
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Swimming, snorkeling and kayaking in calm cove waters
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Part of the Caramoan island-hopping circuit and former Survivor filming location
History of Tugawe Cove
Caramoan Peninsula, including islands around Tugawe Cove, gained international attention as a filming location for several seasons of the reality series Survivor (including Survivor: Caramoan), which highlighted the area's beaches and islands to a global audience.
Route
| By air | Fly to Naga Airport (WNP) or Bicol International Airport (LGP) in Daraga, Albay, then travel by road to Caramoan and by boat to the cove |
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