Masasa Beach
Masasa Beach, Tingloy
A white-sand beach on Maricaban Island with clear, shallow water ideal for snorkeling. It is a popular getaway for Manila residents for weekend island trips and camping.
Masasa Beach lies on the south shore of Maricaban Island, where Tingloy is located. White sand meets clear, bright-blue shallow water. Off the beach, reefs are good for snorkeling among corals and clownfish, and rock tide pools that look like a blue lagoon sit beside the sand. In the evening, visitors can climb the nearby rocky outcrops to watch the sunset. Facilities are basic, mainly homestays, tent camping and food stalls, and an environmental fee applies. From Anilao pier, it takes about 40 minutes by public crab boat to Tingloy, then a tricycle to the beach. Boat schedules are limited, so keep track of the last return boat. During the monsoon season, ferries often stop running.
Opening hours
All day (environmental fee required)
Nearby sights
- Beatrice Rock
- Sepoc Point
- Twin Rocks Marine Sanctuary
- Sombrero Island
- Arthur's Rock
- Cathedral Rock Marine Sanctuary
- Mount Gulugod Baboy
- Verde Island