Bicol Region
A region in southeastern Luzon, known for the perfectly cone-shaped Mayon Volcano, whale shark watching in Donsol and the Caramoan Islands.
The Bicol Region lies at the southeastern end of Luzon and includes the provinces of Albay, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Sorsogon, Catanduanes and Masbate. Mayon Volcano in Albay is famous for its almost perfectly conical shape and can be viewed from Legazpi and the Cagsawa ruins. Donsol in Sorsogon is known for whale shark watching, and the Caramoan Islands in Camarines Sur are ideal for island hopping. The local spicy coconut-milk dish, Bicol Express, is famous. The region is often hit by typhoons, so the dry season is the best time to visit. Bicol International Airport is the main gateway.