The Hundred Islands National Park in the province of Pangasinan about four or five hours' drive north from Manila is an attractive national park worth a visit.
With 124 islands (123 at high tide) scattered around the Lingayen Gulf, the National Park covers an area of about 18 square kilometers.
The islands are coral formations of varying sizes, some of which have scrub and sometimes small sandy beaches. Some of the corals have been damaged by fishermen previously using dynamite for fishing. Snorkeling is available but be aware that the water is sometimes not very clear. Things can get a little crowded on weekends or holidays.
Just three of the islands have been developed for tourists: Governor Island, Quezon Island, and Children's Island. There are good views over the islands available from Governor and Quezon Islands. Camping is available on all these three islands for a small fee. Alternatively, you can stay in a "pavillion" or a cottage.
The Hundred Islands National Park is accessed from Alaminos City, Pangasinan.
Northern Philippines boasts of white-sand beaches in Pangasinan and Ilocandia. Among the best tourist destinations is the Hundred Islands which can be reached from the Pangasinan town of Alaminos, where the lodging accommodations and restaurants are situated.
At Hundred Islands, the visitor may rent an island for one's own private beach for a day. Short boat rides take off from the village of Lucap to the Hundred Islands.
Beaches stretch along the western coast of Ilocos region. Among the popular beach resorts are Cresta del Mar, Bali Hai, Cabana and the Coconut Grove in La Union province.
Ilocos Norte also has fine resorts such as D'Coral Beach Resort and Fort Ilocandia.
Discover a hundred wonders, unveil the beauty of a hundred paradises and enjoy a hundred adventures! The Hundred Islands National Park is one of the most renowned scenery in the Philippine Archipelago. Homed in the city of Alaminos, the National Park gives one of a kind gateway to islands and deep.
The trip to the Hundred Islands National Park-the leading tourist destination in the province of Pangasinan in northern Philippines is a great break from the bundle of work pressures and dehydrating effects of busy urban life. Fill your lungs with fresh air while satisfying your eyes with the green rice paddies on the both sides of the road, refresh your senses while passing the azure sea and experience living in a rustic and quiet lifestyle and mingle with the folks with vibrant spirits, friendly faces and warm hearts.