Manuel Uy Beach
About
Pitch a tent under the trees and watch one of the best sunsets in Luzon! Manuel Uy Beach is a simple, camping-only beach on the western tip of the Calatagan peninsula in Batangas. There are no cottages and no fancy resort, just long, shallow cream-sand shores, free grilling stations and golden sunsets. Bring your own tent and food or rent gear on site, then go island hopping to Starfish Island and the sandbar by day. It is cheap, laid-back and great for a group camping weekend!
Dry until sunset (5:35 PM). Good time to go!
- Day tour or overnight campingTime to spend
- Late October to May for calm water and clear skies; stay for the sunset.Best time to go
- About ₱250 per personValue · Great value
- Bus or van, then a tricycleNo car needed
What to do here
- Camp under the trees by the shore
- Grill at the free grilling stations
- Island-hop to Starfish Island and the sandbar
- Visit Cape Santiago Lighthouse nearby
Know before you go
The water gets very shallow at low tide; wade carefully over seagrass and rocks.
Buy water, ice and food at the Calatagan market; prices at the beach are higher.
Parking details are not posted.
Day tour ₱250 (₱178 seniors/PWD), overnight ₱350 (₱250), kids 6 and below free, plus a ₱30 environmental fee per person (More Fun With Juan, January 2026). Island hopping costs ₱1,000–₱1,500 per boat for 5 people.
Bring your own tent and food or rent gear on site, then go island hopping to Starfish Island and the sandbar by day.
Where it is
Barangay Santa Ana, Calatagan, Batangas
No car neededTake a DLTB or BSC bus or van from LRT Buendia, Pasay or Metropoint Mall bound for Calatagan (₱180–₱230, 3.5–4.5 hours). Buy supplies at the Calatagan Public Market, then take a tricycle to the beach (₱200 per tricycle, good for 4).
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FAQ
Are there cottages?
No, it is camping only. Bring a tent or rent one on site.
How much is the entrance?
₱250 for a day tour and ₱350 overnight per adult, plus a ₱30 environmental fee (2026).
Can we grill?
Yes, the common grilling stations are free; bring your own charcoal.