Attraversiamo 2011: 3rd Layover, Destination Zambales

Attraversiamo 2011: 

Crossing Over to Escape Manila

Capones , Zambales

3rd Layover, Destination Zambales
May 21-22, 2011

April was about to end then, and so was summer. Phil (a very good friend of mine) and I got scared of the thought that summer will pass without a trip to a beach.  We didn't have the time to prepare for it so the easiest way is to sign up for a group travel package again (like our Sagada trip).

Almost a month before the scheduled trip, we signed up for a travel to Anawangin & Capones Zambales.

This was a simple trip compared to the other trips we’ve involved ourselves into. ‘Simple’ in the sense that there are not many activities in this trip; we did what we came there to do – SWIM, GET WET, BE KISSED BY THE SUN.

Photo grabbed from Phil. On our way to Capones.

Capones

The coves are only accessible by a boat ride. Our boat brought us first to Capones Cove. It has very clear water and sparkling big white rocks. It was just a little disappointing to see the Capones cove shore not maintained very well. I really hope there is someone in charge because it would be such a waste if it will not be taken care of. It is, indeed, beautiful. 


We experienced the Capones Lighthouse view. I wanted to go up because I know that the view of the island is going to be more awesome when seen from above. I wasn’t disappointed.

Capones

 After Capones Cove, we went for another boat ride going to Anawangin Cove.

Anawangin Cove, Zambales

Anawangin is a sight to see even from afar. I actually felt like one can only get the best view of Anawangin from afar. Just when your boat is about to approach the island; you will see the shape of the cove, the tall pine trees which seemed to form a line to greet their visitors, how the sea touches the shore, the kids playing, the colorful tents, the smoke coming from the barbecue grills and the rays of the sun. It was a perfect view. I wished I could stop the boat for a few minutes just to enjoy the view.

Anawangin Cove, Zambales

It was summer so it is expected that the cove is jam-packed. There’s almost no space for new tents which supported my idea of signing up for pre-arranged travels .It gives you guaranteed spaces. Wise!

Anawangin Cove, Zambales

The sun was raging but we went swimming anyway so you could imagine how red we became after.  

Photo grabbed from Phil.

Anawangin and Capones can be best experienced during summer and with not many visitors. I just don’t know how exactly you can get both. Ha!

We went home satisfied. We swam, got wet and were kissed by the sun. 


Until next summer!

*The quality of the photos were downsized for faster uploading purposes.