Zambales is a haven for beach bummers. It has many islands and coves that are indeed worth visiting. Last November 10, 2012, we visited one of its pristine cove- The Nagsasa Cove.
The trip was organized by Ms Yan (my officemate’s former college prof) whom I met during our Gola-Manalmon-Bayukbok adventures. I really don’t have plans in joining the trip 'coz I thought that it was intended to be a pure beach bumming in Nagsasa cove only and I’m out of budget already! But I found out that there is also an itinerary prepared where in we have to reach the cove traversing Mt. Bira-bira; I don’t know what happened, but YES, I’m IN! (I love mountains more than beaches..yay)!
Our Nagsasa Adventure team were Ms Yan, Karly, Melanie, Kuya Daeno, of Boondock Junkies, Ms Yan's brother (sorry, i forgot the name), me and my officemates- Je, Jheng, Jayne, Charm and Joy. Eight of us agreed to take the road less taken- the traverse climb, while Jheng, Daeno and Melanie rented a boat that took them to the cove.
We started our trek at around 6am going through an established trail (gradual ascent) and at 8am we reached the peak of Mt. Bira-bira.
The view from the top was awesome!
Before heading to the cove, we had a side trip to the falls, I forgot the name. We took a rest there. You can't help but smell the cool breeze coming from the mountain.
At around 12 noon, we continued our way to Nagsasa Cove. The sun was already up and when we were near the cove, it was as if we were walking in the middle of a desert. It was almost 1pm when we reached the cove and we were all happy and relieved. Our tents were already set up and lunch have been prepared. Thanks to Jeng, Dino and Melanie (the three who went ahead to the cove by boat). We immediately feed our growling tummies.
After cooling down our overheated bodies, we took time to explore the cove. The beauty of the place is just captivating. There is no electricity in the area. No mobile coverage too. Perfect for a camping adventure, for those seeking remoteness and just forget the stresses of the city life. It’s a great place to be one with nature.
There is a mini store in the beach where you can buy basic necessities. Just a bit pricey.You can also rent cooking utensils there. The small community of the cove are also very warm in welcoming the travelers.
| Jayne, taking time to relax under the shades of pine trees |
A Must-do activity in Nagsasa: sunset watching
Hotdogs & Empe Session at night :
Nagsasa Cove is just perfect! We enjoyed the rest of our stay picture taking, singing, chit-chatting, eating, & swimming.
CAPONES ISLAND
We had our “brunch” before we bid goodbye to Nagsasa Cove. We rode the waves toward the beautiful island of CAPONES. Of course, our Capones Experience will not be complete without visiting the old Spanish lighthouse.
So if your ideal weekend getaway is to spend it on top of the mountains seeing the refreshing view below, lying in the sand, chillin by the beach in a hammock under the shades of pine trees, feeling the cool breeze, and do some star gazing at night, then head to Nagsasa Cove via traverse climb in Mt. Bira-bira, Mt.Nagsasa or Mt. Balingkilat.
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