Are you planning to visit the wonderful province of Pangasinan soon? Well, I can’t blame you for choosing Pangasinan. Aside from its accessibility being only 3-4 hours away from Metro Manila, talk about diverse cultural heritage, a wide selection of delightful foods, a handful of tourist destinations, natural wonders of nature, and oh, don’t forget the world-class white sand beaches along the shorelines of the third biggest island in the Philippine archipelago!
That’s right. Pangasinan is surrounded by bodies of water that are rich in fine salt beds. Care for a little trivia? Alright! “Pangasinan” translates to “pieces of salt” because this province is the primary producer of salt in the country. Hence the name, PangASINan. Pretty cool, huh? But wait! Since we’ve mentioned, what comes with salt beds? You guessed it right again, beaches!
Pangasinan is known for its breathtaking and captivating beaches that are praised by tourists from all over the world. Deep blue sea water, clean white-sand beaches, diverse aquatic life, a mesmerizing view of the sunset, world-class resorts, and a lot more!
I know you can’t wait any longer, so let’s go! Here are the 15 best beaches in Pangasinan:
1. Colibra Island (Dasol)
Colibra or Culebra Island is also known as the “Snake Island” because it is really abundant in sea snakes especially on the southern coast which is covered in rocks.
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It is a relatively small and rocky island surrounded by cream-white sands and turquoise water. Hey, don’t underestimate the beauty of Colibra Island just because it’s small, okay? Its beauty shines even brighter at night when you’re alone with your friends and loved ones under millions of stars camping with fresh seafood at your table! CHECK THE BEST RESORTS IN PANGASINAN HERE
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2. Tondol Beach (Anda)
Tondol Beach is considered one of the best beaches in Pangasinan, if not actually the best. It boasts of a long white sand bar that is best explored upon during low tide. A picture of the white sand beach together with the clear blue sky in ankle-deep water is truly instagrammable!
Tondol Beach is situated in the northern part of Anda municipality across the Catubig Channel. During your stay at Tondol Beach, grab the opportunity to eat freshly caught fish such as maya-maya, loro, goatfish, and besugo! You can also explore the nearby island of Tanduyong which can be reached on foot during the low tide.
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3. Tambobong Beach (Dasol)
Are you looking for a peaceful and low-key beach to relax on? Experience serenity and escape from reality for a while during your stay here at Tambobong Beach! Just a half-hour ride away from Alaminos, this beach offers exclusive access to a magnificent view of the sunset at the West Philippine Sea.
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It is rather peaceful here in Tambobong Beach compared to the ever-famous Hundred Islands. Tambobong is also an ideal spot for island-hopping because you can easily jump off at popular islands like Colibra Island, Crocodile Island, and the Hermana Mayor of Zambales.
4. Cabongaoan Beach (Burgos)
Located at Burgos, Cabongaoan Beach is situated at the western coast of Pangasinan offering a white sand beach with a spectacular view of the clear seawater and sunset. There is a famous spot on this beach called the “Death Pool”. It is a coin-shaped natural pool going as deep as 20 feet. If I were you, I’d try this one for a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Good morning from Cabongaoan Beach
Cabongaoan Beach is certainly perfect for any type of traveler whether you’re going solo, with family, with friends, and especially with your special someone! The beach gives out a certain romantic vibe suitable for lovely couples. CHECK CABONGAOAN BEACH TOUR HERE
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5. Hundred Islands (Alaminos)
Ah, the Hundred Islands. Every Filipino knows about the world-class beauty of this group of islands! It is literally on every textbook, postcard, or magazine in the country and even around the world. If you’re a big fan of beach and island hopping under the heat of the sun, then you must visit Hundred Islands at least once in your life!
The tour, which includes an unforgettable adventure of hopping from island to island, takes almost eight (8) hours. So, you better be ready to see ‘em all! For international tourists, one less thing to worry about is that all of the tour guides can speak English. They are also trained to help and keep you safe throughout the adventure! CHECK HUNDRED ISLANDS TOUR HERE
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6. Panacalan Island (Anda)
Panacalan is also an islet off the coast of Anda municipality, just like Tondol Beach. Panacalan is famous for its stunning and long white sand bar giving you a chance to walk around and appreciate the mesmerizing creation of nature.
Together with the blue waves and heat of the sun, this place is considered to be instagrammable. In addition to all of that, this islet is relatively small, so you can almost feel as if you own the island.
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7. Patar Beach (Bolinao)
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Patar Beach is located in Bolinao, a coastal town in the northwestern part of Pangasinan where the waters of Lingayen Gulf collide with those of the West Philippine Sea. Exciting, huh? Bolinao is certainly known for its white and pristine beaches, and Patar Beach surely is one of them!
Patar Beach is perfect for swimming because the beach gradually slopes from the shorelines so it’d be easy to swim or walk across the waters. It will also be a nice opportunity to capture an instagrammable photo with the creamy white beach, turquoise blue waters, and clear blue skies in the background! CHECK BOLINAO TOUR HERE
8. Bonuan Tondaligan Beach (Dagupan)
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Bonuan Tondaligan Beach is within the territory of Dagupan, home to the world’s tastiest and juiciest bangus (milkfish). Bonuan Tondaligan is now Dagupan’s most popular public beach, you can see nipa huts lined beautifully along the shores, restaurants are around the area, and it is home to the world’s famous Bonuan Bangus!
There are also a lot of activities to do in Bonuan Tondaligan Beach where you can play beach volleyball, collect seashells, have lunch near the beach, and enjoy the spectacular view of the sunset with your loved ones.
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9. Bolo Beach (Alaminos)
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Bolo Beach is located in Alaminos, specifically at Barangay Telbang. If you want to experience a calm and clear sea just by yourself, then Bolo Beach is perfect for you!
The beach is fairly far away from the national highway, so you might as well ask for directions from the locals on your way here. You can rent cottages available for day tours or overnight use, perfect for a lovely getaway with family and friends!
Nothing beats a magnificent view of the sunset with lots of fresh seafood on the table while you’re having a drink with your closest friends, right? Here at Bolo Beach, you can certainly do all that!
10. Lingayen Long Beach (Lingayen)
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Lingayen Long Beach is certainly one of the most popular beaches in Pangasinan because it is located in the province’s capital. Another reason for Lingayen Long Beach’s popularity is its affordable yet good-quality resorts! Tourists can enjoy a lot of amenities and activities including nipa huts perfect for picnics, camping grounds, collecting seashells, enjoying the turquoise waters of the sea, and a lot more!
There’s also a bathhouse that can be used by tourists about 20 meters away from the coast. Resorts also offer a sumptuous lunch consisting of fresh seafood and delicious Filipino dishes during your stay here at Lingayen Long Beach.
11. Sabangan Beach (Agno)
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Looking to appreciate the beauty of Pangasinan’s marine and aquatic life? Well, Sabangan Beach in Agno, Pangasinan has got you! Feel free to explore and snorkel in the underwater world of Sabangan Beach where you can see hundreds of beautiful fish species and coral formations.
Wait, there’s more! Aside from enjoying the time basking under the sun, you can also view the spectacular geological formations called Umbrella Rocks. Why umbrella? Well, it certainly resembles giant round umbrellas or large mushrooms! Indeed, that is a sight to see. You are guaranteed to appreciate the beauty of nature even more during your stay here in Sabangan Beach.
12. Bolasi Beach (San Fabian)
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Bolasi Beach is a white sand public beach resort built by the Marcos Administration which is located at the first-class municipality of San Fabian Pangasinan. Take the chance to dip in the clear, blue waters of the sea while enjoying a scenic view of the sunset with your friends and family.
There are times when a lot of people flock to Bolasi Beach because it is certainly budget-friendly and easily accessible from nearby towns and municipalities of Pangasinan. Bolasi Beach is also an ideal jump-off spot if you’re planning to go on an island-hopping tour around the ever-famous Hundred Islands of Pangasinan.
Tourists are also guaranteed safe and quality service of transportation because the tour guides use bancareras, which are light motorboats capable of carrying tourists from island to island with efficiency and stability.
13. Abagatanen Beach (Agno)
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So you thought that we’re done exploring the wonderful islands and beaches of Agno? Not quite yet! We already mentioned the Umbrella Rocks of Sabangan Beach but here’s another must-visit place in Agno, Pangasinan, the Abagatanen Beach!
Experience a view of crystal clear water with creamy white sand beaches that will surely take your breath away. The sands may not be as white as that of Boracay, but it feels like Boracay! You can see the waters of the West Philippine sea slowly getting deeper as you move away from the beach. This is why swimming and snorkeling in Abagatanen Beach are perfect, especially in the morning!
Worried about the kids? Well, you can let them stay in a small lagoon on the west side of the cove where they can safely play and enjoy the pristine waters of the sea. The rock formations also provide a shade of protection from the sun so you and the kiddos would be comfortable! There are also a plethora of other activities to do here such as camping, rock formation tours, beach hopping, beach bumming, seafood feast, and many more!
On top of all that, the best thing about Abagatanen Beach is that it provides peace, serenity, and tranquility to all of its tourists like no other. You will surely want to visit this beach more than twice in your life!
14. Surip Beach (Bani)
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Surip Beach is located in the town of Bani, the pakwan (watermelon) capital of the Philippines. Through the years, Bani has been overshadowed by two (2) highly-anticipated tourist attractions in Pangasinan, Bolinao, and Alaminos. These two are home to the most popular beaches and resorts in Pangasinan that’s why thousands of tourists flock to these places more often.
Little did they know that they are missing an opportunity to explore a hidden gem along the way. That’s right, Bani has a hidden paradise waiting to be discovered by the world. It’s no other than Surip Beach!
Discover the clean and pristine waters of Surip Beach perfect for exploring its thriving marine ecosystem. Yup! Get ready to have the best snorkeling and scuba-diving experience of your life here at Surip Beach! You can also go and appreciate the beautiful limestone formations which are perfect for an instagrammable photo!
At last, nothing beats a hearty and sumptuous meal full of seafood such as fresh crabs, lobsters, shrimp, and fishes on your table while you’re gazing at millions of stars and constellations shining their light on you. Did I mention that Bani is also a hall of famer in the Search for Cleanest Coastal Municipality of Pangasinan? Yes, nothing compares to a clean and highly-maintained beach experience!
15. Cabalitian Island (Sual)
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This hidden gem of an island is quietly located in Sual, Pangasinan which is one of the province’s fishing towns. Needless to say, you will be having the opportunity to enjoy some of the best-tasting fresh seafood during your stay here! Cabalitian Island is located at the Lingayen Gulf, making it easily accessible from famous towns around the province.
It is indeed one of the beaches in Pangasinan where you’ll be able to say that you are really in paradise. Its beauty is second to none, you will fall in love with this place because of its clean and deep blue waters abundant with marine life and the majestic rock formations offering you a glimpse of nature’s best creations.
There are also a lot of activities to do here on Cabalitian Island such as swimming, hiking, exploring caves, and of course, capturing instagrammable photos! Pro tip: make sure to fully charge your cameras and bring extra batteries because you will want to capture every angle of the island’s beauty!
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