11 THINGS TO DO IN PUERTO GALERA | TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

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11 THINGS TO DO IN PUERTO GALERA | TOURIST SPOTS

Finest of the Finest

A place which once served as a hub of the settlement of a lot of Spanish missionaries back in the ancient times (about 1547), Puerto Galera got it’s named based on its function of being the “Port of Galleons” during those times. Its close distance to the Manolo Bay made it a haven for a lot of travelers back then. Now, Puerto Galera is far more than just its port. With its number of tourist attractions and places to visit, one would surely never run out of the activity to do.

11 Tourist Spots You Should See in Puerto Galera

1.Baluarte Watchtower

Found in the town called Naujan, near the coastal area is the remaining parts of the watchtower which are called Baluarte. This was built during the Spanish occupation, and it served as a lookout point for the arrival of the ships. In going here, you can choose to commute or join a tour offered by local tourist agencies.

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2.Diving adventure

Puerto Galera is also a titleholder when it comes to the number of diving spots that they have in the area. They have more than 40 in total which ranges in different depth (from 39 as the most shallow and 98.4 as the deepest). Thus, a diving adventure for challenge enthusiasts is a must-try activity.

3.Excavation Museum

Located inside the Immaculate Conception Church, this one-room excavation museum holds a lot of displays that are based on religious context as well as parts of the materials excavated from a shipwreck found in the area years back. This includes porcelain, Chinese jars, and Siamese jars.

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4. Giant Clams Spotting and Going to Underwater Cave

Puerto Galera designated a specific place that holds the giant clams as a way of conserving and protecting them. If you want to see some, head here with the help of your guide. In the same manner, you can also opt to visit the underwater cave which offers you a dipping experience in the pool inside.

5.Island Hopping

The three islands which you may visit, the Bayanan, Haligi and Sandbar islands. Each of these holds a different beauty and vibes, making it ideal for those who would like to go more on island adventures. The environment here is much calm and serene than the White Beach that is usually crowded.

6.Mangyan Village

Located at the bottom part of Malasimbo Mountain is the Mangyan Village. Established by the well-known Jaime Zobel de Ayala along with his wife, this place serves as a home for the Itaya Mangyans as the indigenous tribe that resides in Mindoro. The peaceful life they have is possible because of the location provided for them to settle and the form of livelihood that they have which is primarily focused on the production of handicrafts materials. Get to know their humble way of living by visiting them. This way, your vacation will be not only enjoyable but also meaningful.

7.Mindoro Sling

How about the famous cocktail drink called Mindoro Sling? Yes! This is a must! This is made up of combined ingredients (rum, pineapple, mango, orange, lime, grenadine, and sprite) is easily ordered since it is available in almost all bars and restaurants!

8.Tamaraw Falls

Located about 14 kilometers away from the city center of Puerto Galera through a paved and zigzag road, you can reach the beautiful Tamaraw falls. This is considered as the cleanest waterfalls in the entire province, and it also allows the visitors to take a bath into the basin of it which was converted into a human-made flowing pool. Thus, the fee for doing so is very minimal.

9.Muelle Port

Muelle Port is just one out of the total of port available in the entire Puerto Galera. As the main port that caters ferries and other vessels, it has been known as a unique one for it also serves the Puerto Galera Yacht Club as well as other high-end boats and tour cruise. Thus, an extravagant life begins as you choose to ride in any of the luxurious ferries that docks here.

10.White Beach

Swim in the morning and party in the evening; the white beach is considered as the most visited beach in Puerto Galera out of all the 32 beaches. With its picturesque surroundings and the set of activities prepared for the tourists, a vacation will be memorable here.

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11. Tribal Hills Nature Park

One of the newest things to do when in Puerto Galera, Tribal Hills Nature Park offers an amazing adventure apart from the beaches of the island. For more read here, Tribal Hills Nature Park

Puerto Galera is one of the places that people always talk about when it comes to beaches and the likes in the area of Luzon. With its picturesque beauty and all the activities one may choose from, the place earned itself a title and a reputation.