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Major city · Philippines

Caramoan

Spend at least 2 days: one day for island‑hopping, another for travel, rest and optional night fishing.

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Caramoan is a remote peninsula in Camarines Sur, best explored by boat. Island hopping needs a full day; add another day for travel, accommodation and optional night activities. The dry season (Nov–May) offers reliable boat service.

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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
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Currency
PHP
Best months
Nov–May (dry season)
avoid Jun–Oct (rainy, typhoon risk)
Airports
NGA · VRC
Nights
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Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide for Caramoan: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 5Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
  • Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
  • Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
  • Philippines ↗Complete the free eTravel registration on the official government site within 72 hours before arrival; ignore lookalike sites that charge.
  • Philippines ↗Typhoon season runs roughly June to November: flights and boats are cancelled at short notice; buy flexible tickets and keep a spare day.
  • Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

Not in this guide yet

  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Caramoan117 ▾
  • Police117
  • Fire and ambulance117

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Caramoan, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • Budget bedCK‑Inn basic room, a night, per person₱1,200 (≈ US$25)
  • Mid-range bedBreeze & Waves cottage, a night, per person₱3,000 (≈ US$55)
  • High-end bedBreeze & Waves cottage, a night, per person₱4,000 (≈ US$75)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱800 (≈ US$15) · Mid ₱1,200 (≈ US$25) · High ₱2,000 (≈ US$40)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Island hoppingRock formationsBeaches
Airports
NGA Naga Airport (About 1.5 h by van to Caramoan) · VRC Virac Airport (Catanduanes) (Fly then jeep + boat, ~2 h total)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  5. May

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

Best: Nov–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →

Warmest Mar (31°C (88°F)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Caramoan: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

Feb

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

Mar

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

6 rd

Apr

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

7 rd

May

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

8 rd

Jun

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

12 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

13 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

11 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

8 rd

Nov

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

6 rd

Dec

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

5 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

From Guijalo port take a tricycle (≈PHP 100, 20 min) to town or to northern ports. Hire an outrigger boat for island hopping (≈PHP 1,500–2,000 per day).

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Sabang (Guijalo ↔ Sabang boat)

go

Door to door: ≈1 h total

Outrigger boat from Guijalo port, 7 AM earliest, 30–45 min

Early boat needed; price ₱150–250 per ride.

Gota Beach (mainland)

go

Door to door: ≈30 min total

Tricycle from Guijalo town to Gota, ~15 min

Beach facilities and optional resort activities.

Lahuy Island (full‑day island hop)

go

Door to door: ≈8 h (boat hire + travel)

Hire outrigger boat for a day, depart from Guijalo

Iconic rock formations; requires full‑day hire (₱1,500–2,000).

Paniman Beach (overnight option)

caution

Door to door: ≈45 min

Tricycle to Paniman, then boat if needed

Facilities limited; arrange boat stay if camping remote.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

CK‑Inn

Basic rooms, arranges island tours; phone +63 920 4742637

Breeze & Waves

Cottages at Paniman Beach, US$20 per night; phone +63 919 831 9497

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₱800–1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
Mid
₱1,200–2,000 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
CK‑Inn basic room2 × 1 night × ₱1,800₱3,600
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱1,200₱2,400
Boat hire for island hopping (full day)2 × ₱1,800 · check₱3,600
Tricycle ride to town2 × ₱120 · check₱240
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₱984
Trip total≈ ₱5,412 per person per day, bed included₱10,824≈ US$190

2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.

Prices of common things

Tricycle ride (Guijalo town)₱100–150 (≈ US$2–3)
Outrigger boat hire (full day)₱1,500–2,000 (≈ US$30–40)
Boat ride Guijalo ↔ Sabang₱150–250 (≈ US$3–5)
Van to Naga airport (from Sabang port)₱90 (≈ US$2)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Caramoan is generally safe for tourists, but boat trips can be hazardous in rainy season; always check weather and use licensed boat operators.
  • Boat schedules are early (first at 7 AM) and depend on passenger load; plan for early departure.
  • Typhoon season (Jun–Oct) can cancel boat trips; check Typhoon2000 before travel.
  • Some routes are only safe in dry season; avoid jeep from Goa Terminal in rainy months.

Emergency numbers

Police
117
Fire and ambulance
117

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Emergency

  • Police117
  • Fire and ambulance117

Embassy

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Guijalo → Paniman (tricycle): ≈ ₱100, 20 min (check)
  • Outrigger boat day hire: ≈ ₱1,500–2,000 per day (check)

Say or show

  • Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah-sen-sya na)
  • Salamat — Thank you (sa-la-mat)
  • Magkano ito? — How much is it? (mag-ka-no i-to)
  • Nasaan ang CR? — Where is the bathroom? (na-san ang CR)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Caramoan. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Nov–May (dry season) · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy, typhoon risk) · month by month →
  2. 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 4 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

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