29 places to discover
Atulayan Island is a small coastal island barangay off the coast of Sagnay municipality in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines, located in Lagonoy Gulf. It is known for its sandy shoreline, clear coastal waters and small fishing community. Accessible by motorized boat from the mainland port of Sagnay, the island offers a quiet beach setting, views across the gulf and an experience of local island life separate from the mainland town.
The Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Peñafrancia is a Roman Catholic minor basilica located in Barangay Balatas, Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines. Completed in 1982 and elevated to basilica status in 1985, it enshrines the revered image of Our Lady of Peñafrancia, patroness of the Bicol Region. Built to accommodate growing pilgrims, it features modern architecture with a distinctive dome and serves as the focal point of the annual Peñafrancia Festival, one of the country's largest Marian pilgrimages.
Bicol National Park is a protected natural area spanning parts of Sipocot and Lupi in Camarines Sur and Basud in Camarines Norte, Bicol Region, Philippines. Established in 1934, it covers approximately 5,201 hectares of lowland tropical forest along the Andaya Highway. The park is notable for its dense forest cover, watershed functions, and biodiversity, serving as a natural corridor between the two Camarines provinces and a remnant of old-growth forest in southern Luzon.
Bolanogan Falls is a natural waterfall located in Barangay Agosais, municipality of Lagonoy, Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region of the Philippines. Set in a forested inland area east of Naga City, the falls features cascading water over rocky tiers into a shallow natural pool surrounded by dense vegetation and boulders. It is recognized locally as a nature attraction within Lagonoy's upland barangays and is visited for its tranquil setting, natural scenery and freshwater swimming.
CamSur Watersports Complex (CWC) is a 6-hectare watersports park located within the Provincial Capitol Complex in Cadlan, Pili, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region. Established in 2006 by the Provincial Government of Camarines Sur, it is the first world-class cable wakeboarding park in the Philippines. Centered on a man-made lake with cable systems, it offers wakeboarding, wakeskating and kneeboarding for beginners and professionals.
The Caramoan Islands are a group of limestone islands and islets off the Caramoan Peninsula in northeastern Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines, facing the Philippine Sea. Known for dramatic karst cliffs, white-sand beaches, hidden lagoons and caves, the archipelago is centered around Caramoan municipality. It gained international attention as a filming location for the Survivor television franchise and is accessed by boat tours from Caramoan town to beaches such as Gota, Matukad and Lahos.
Consocep Mountain Resort is a highland nature resort located in Barangay Consocep, Tigaon, Camarines Sur, on the slopes of Mount Isarog. Developed as a cool-climate getaway from the lowlands, it is known for its elevated setting, forested surroundings and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The resort features swimming pools, cottages and open picnic areas, serving as a popular day-trip destination for families and groups from Naga City and Partido area.
Daruanak Island is a small uninhabited coastal island off the coast of Pasacao in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines, situated in the Ragay Gulf. Known for its white sandy beach, clear turquoise waters and rocky outcrops, the island is a popular day-trip destination from Pasacao town. Visitors reach it by short motorized boat ride and enjoy swimming, snorkeling and scenic views of the mainland coastline.
Gota Beach is a sandy beach on the Caramoan Peninsula in Caramoan, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. Located within the Gota Village area facing the Philippine Sea, it is known for its cream-colored sand, clear waters, and dramatic limestone cliffs and rock formations. The beach serves as a main jump-off point for island-hopping tours to nearby islands and is noted for hosting international editions of the Survivor television franchise.
Guinahoan Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse located on Guinahoan Island off the Caramoan Peninsula in Caramoan, Camarines Sur, Philippines. Situated on a hill overlooking Lagonoy Gulf and the Maqueda Channel, it serves as a navigational aid for vessels in the area. The white tower and station offer panoramic views of surrounding islands and sea. Accessible by boat as part of Caramoan island-hopping tours, it is noted for its scenic setting and viewpoint.
Hunongan Island is a small undeveloped coastal island off the Caramoan Peninsula in Caramoan, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. Part of the Caramoan island-hopping circuit departing from Paniman, it is known for its white sand beach, clear turquoise waters, and limestone rock formations. The island is visited for swimming, snorkeling and photography, offering a quiet, natural setting with minimal development compared to more frequented Caramoan islands.
Itbog Twin Falls is a twin cascade waterfall located in Barangay Santa Cruz, Buhi, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. Situated in a forested area near Lake Buhi and Mount Asog, it features two parallel streams falling into a shared natural basin. The falls is known for its clear waters, lush surroundings and relatively accessible trek from the barangay jump-off, making it a notable nature attraction in Buhi municipality.
Lahos Island is a small uninhabited limestone island off the coast of Caramoan in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. Known for its white sand beach that splits into two during low tide, clear turquoise waters and dramatic rock formations, it is a key stop on Caramoan island-hopping tours. The island offers swimming and photography opportunities and is valued for its natural coastal scenery within the Caramoan Peninsula's island group.
Lake Bato is a large freshwater lake located in the municipality of Bato in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. Covering about 28 square kilometers, it is the largest lake in Camarines Sur and the seventh largest in the Philippines. Part of the Rinconada lake system with Lakes Buhi and Baao, it is known for its extensive marshlands, tilapia aquaculture, and views of Mount Iriga and Mount Asog. The lake supports local fishing communities and offers scenic natural surroundings.
Lake Buhi is a natural freshwater lake in the municipality of Buhi, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines, at the foot of Mount Asog (Mount Iriga). Covering approximately 18 square kilometers, it is notable as the primary habitat of sinarapan (Mystichthys luzonensis), the world's smallest commercially harvested fish. The lake supports fishing and aquaculture, provides irrigation and scenic views, and is a local visitor attraction for boating and lakeside scenery.
Magragobdob Falls is a forest waterfall located in Barangay Hiwacloy, municipality of Goa in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines, at the foothills of Mount Isarog Natural Park. The falls features a cascade flowing into a shallow natural basin surrounded by dense vegetation and rock formations. It is notable as a local eco-tourism site requiring a guided trek through forest trails and streams, offering a natural swimming and nature appreciation spot near Goa town proper.
Malabsay Falls is a forest waterfall located inside Mt. Isarog Natural Park in Barangay Panicuason, Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines. It is one of the most accessible waterfalls on Mt. Isarog and is known for its clear, cool waters cascading into a shallow natural pool surrounded by dense forest. The site is managed as part of the protected natural park and is a popular day-trip destination for swimming and nature trekking near Naga City.
Matukad Island is a small limestone island off the Caramoan Peninsula in Caramoan, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. It is known for its crescent-shaped white sand beach, dramatic karst cliffs, and a hidden lagoon on its interior accessible by climbing over rocks. The lagoon is famous for a local legend about enchanted milkfish. The island is a regular stop on Caramoan island-hopping tours and is valued for its scenic coastal landscape.
Mt. Iriga, also known as Mount Asog, is a 1,196-meter stratovolcano located in Iriga City, Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region of the Philippines. It is notable for its forested slopes, large crater and panoramic views over Lake Buhi, Lake Bato and the Rinconada area. The mountain is a popular day-hike destination for its biodiversity, cool upland climate and distinctive volcanic landscape near the city center.
Mt. Isarog National Park is a protected area centered on Mount Isarog, a potentially active stratovolcano in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region. Located east of Naga City, it covers about 10,112 hectares across several municipalities. Established in 1938, it is noted for its dense tropical forest, high biodiversity and endemic wildlife, waterfalls, hot springs and hiking trails, serving as a major ecotourism and conservation site.
Naga City Ecology Park is a 16-hectare nature park in Barangay Carolina, Naga City, Camarines Sur, at the foothills of Mt. Isarog. Developed by the Naga City government as a reforestation and watershed rehabilitation project, it features forested trails, picnic cottages, gardens and a swimming pool. The park serves as an accessible eco-tourism and recreation area for families and nature visitors near Naga City.
The Naga Metropolitan Cathedral, also known as St. John the Evangelist Metropolitan Cathedral, is a Roman Catholic cathedral in central Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines. Serving as the seat of the Archdiocese of Caceres, it is one of the oldest dioceses in the country. The present Spanish-era Romanesque stone church was built between 1808 and 1843 and has undergone several restorations after typhoons and earthquakes. It remains a central religious landmark and focal point during the Peñafrancia Festival.
Nalalata Falls is a natural waterfall located in the municipality of Bula in Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, Philippines. Set within forested and agricultural terrain, it features a cascade flowing over rock formations into a natural basin used for wading and swimming. Reached via a short trek from the barangay jump-off, it is maintained as a local eco-tourism site valued for its quiet natural setting, clear waters and surrounding vegetation.
Panicuason Hot Spring Resort is a developed natural hot spring resort in Barangay Panicuason, Naga City, Camarines Sur, at the foothills of Mount Isarog within the Mount Isarog Natural Park. Fed by geothermal waters from the dormant volcano, it features several warm pools of varying temperatures. Managed as a city-operated eco-tourism facility, it is notable for its forested mountain setting, accessible location from Naga City proper, and family-oriented bathing and picnic amenities.
Pasacao Beach is a long coastal beach in the municipality of Pasacao on the western coast of Camarines Sur in the Bicol Region, facing the Ragay Gulf. Known for its brown to grayish sand, calm waters and views of nearby islands, it serves as both a local fishing shoreline and a casual swimming area. The beach is lined with fishing boats, small resorts and cottages, and is adjacent to Pasacao Port, the main gateway to Burias Island.
Plaza Quince Martires is a historic public plaza in central Naga City, Camarines Sur, located at the corner of General Luna and Prieto Streets near the Naga Metropolitan Cathedral. It centers on a monument honoring the Fifteen Martyrs of Bicol executed on January 4, 1897 for supporting the Philippine Revolution. The plaza features commemorative tablets, landscaped grounds and seating, serving as a civic landmark and venue for remembrance ceremonies.
Porta Mariae is an 18-meter high triumphal arch in Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines, built to commemorate the 300th anniversary of devotion to Our Lady of Peñafrancia. Located near the Naga Metropolitan Cathedral along Barlin Street, it was completed and inaugurated in September 2010. The arch features religious imagery and serves as a prominent landmark and gateway marking the city's strong Marian devotion and welcoming pilgrims during the annual Peñafrancia Festival.
Sabang Beach is a coastal beach in Barangay Sabang, municipality of San Jose, Camarines Sur, Bicol Region, facing the Lagonoy Gulf. It is known as a fishing village beach and the location of Sabang Port, the main jump-off point for boats to the Caramoan Islands. The beach features a long stretch of gray-brown sand lined with fishing boats, coconut palms and small resorts, serving both local community use and visitors transiting to nearby islands.
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.