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Subic
Spend 1–2 days in Subic for beach time, Cinco Picos hike and river walk; skip a day trip to Olongapo unless you have extra time.
Subic is a quiet municipality on the western side of Subic Bay with cheap beach resorts, easy access to the five‑peak Cinco Picos and the Pinaglabanan River. Public transport is limited to tricycles, so a short stay focused on a few outdoor activities works best.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- PHP
- Best months
- Dec–May
- avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season, landslides)
- Airport
- CRK
- Nights
- 1–2
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- Philippines ↗Carry pesos in small notes; many stalls, jeepneys and taxis are cash-only.
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- 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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Subic911 ▾
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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 Subic, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Philippine pesos (₱) in small notes for jeepneys, market stalls, tips and taxis; malls and hotels take cards.Philippines-wide
- SIM or eSIMGlobe and Smart sell SIMs at airports; SIM registration with passport is required by law.Philippines-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations cheap.Philippines-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% if no service charge.Philippines-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/C. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Philippines-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; main risks are seasonal landslides and occasional traffic accidents on rural roads.
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- RestroomsCalled 'CR' (comfort room); bring tissue; many lack toilet seats.Philippines-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire and ambulance · 911 National emergency
- Sundays & holidaysHoly Week shuts much; malls open daily; banks closed weekends.Philippines-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckCRK Clark International Airport (Drive via Subic‑Clark Expressway; travel time and route check).
- Getting aroundTricycles are the main local transport; hire a tricycle for short trips (5–10 min) to beaches or trailheads.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café₱80–150 (≈ US$2–3)
- BeerBottle of local beer₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2)
- Museum or sight ticketEntry to Cinco Picos trailheadCheck for possible guide fee₱0 (≈ under US$1) (free)
- Budget bedBudget hostel/guesthouse, a night, per person₱500 (≈ US$9)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range resort, a night, per room₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
- High-end bedMid‑range resort, a night, per room₱4,000 (≈ US$75)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₱800 (≈ US$15) · Mid ₱1,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₱2,500 (≈ US$45)
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.
- Airports
- CRK Clark International Airport (Drive via Subic‑Clark Expressway; travel time and route check)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
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Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Subic: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
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)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
6 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
6 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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
Tricycles are the main local transport; hire a tricycle for short trips (5–10 min) to beaches or trailheads. Buses from Manila (Victory Liner) stop in Subic; use them for the inbound leg.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Olongapo
goDoor to door: check
check
Visit the Subic Bay Freeport shopping and waterfront.
Iba (Zambales capital)
cautionDoor to door: check
check
Check bus schedule; service frequency check
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.
White Rock Beach Resort
Beachfront, good for day‑use and overnight stays
Balai Subik Hotel
Budget option near Olongapo‑Bugallon Road
JNV Dream Hotel
Mid‑range, close to tricycle hub
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
- Budget
- ₱800–1,200 (≈ US$15–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₱1,200–2,000 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range resort1 × 1 night × ₱2,500 | ₱2,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₱1,500 | ₱3,000 |
| Victory Liner Manila‑Subic round‑trip ticket2 × ₱1,200 · check | ₱2,400 |
| Tricycle hire for a day (up to 4 trips)2 × ₱300 · check | ₱600 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × ₱800 · check | ₱1,600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₱1,010 |
| Trip total≈ ₱5,555 per person per day, bed included | ₱11,110≈ US$200 |
2026 estimate in PHP; flights and long‑distance bus not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | ₱80–150 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Grilled fish plate | ₱120–250 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Bottle of local beer | ₱50–80 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Tricycle ride (≤5 km) | ₱30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Entry to Cinco Picos trailheadCheck for possible guide fee | ₱0 (≈ under US$1) (free) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Landslides and flash flooding are common in the rainy season; check local alerts before hiking.
- Some attractions (e.g., Cinco Picos) have no formal visitor facilities; bring water and sturdy shoes.
- Evening transport availability check; arrange a tricycle or taxi in advance if needed.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire and ambulance
- 911
- National emergency
- 911
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Emergency
- Police911
- Fire and ambulance911
- National emergency911
Embassy
US consulate in Manila; check for any local consular services in Olongapo.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Manila → Subic (Victory Liner): about ₱1,200 (≈ US$25) one‑way, 4–5 h bus
- Tricycle short ride: ≈₱30–50 per 2–3 km (1.2–1.9 mi)≈₱30–50 per 1.2–1.9 mi (2–3 km)
Say or show
- Pasensya na — Excuse me / Sorry (pah-sen-sya na)
- Salamat — Thank you (sa-la-mat)
- Magkano ito? — How much is this? (mag-ka-no i-to)
- Saan ang banyo? — Where is the bathroom? (sa-an ang ban-yo)
- Pwede ba akong mag‑card? — Can I pay by card? (pwe-de ba a-kong mag-card)
- Kailangan ko ng taxi — I need a taxi (ka-i-la-ngan ko ng taxi)
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 Subic. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–May · avoid Jun–Oct (rainy season, landslides) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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