Bagasbas Beach
About
Bagasbas is the surfing capital of Bicol, and the vibe is pure beach town! The long dark-sand beach faces the open Pacific, so the waves roll in almost all year, and you will see surfers from sunrise to sunset. Take a beginner lesson with a local instructor, watch the pros, or just walk the shore and catch the golden sunrise. Behind it runs the long coastal boulevard, great for a morning jog or an easy bike ride, with casual restaurants and surf shops nearby. Tip: go early for glassy waves and calmer water, and swim only near the lifeguards and flagged areas because the currents here are strong.
Rain likely until 9 AM. Head out after.
- Open anytimeOpen access, no gate
- Half day to a full dayTime to spend
- September to May for the best surf; early morning for sunrise and glassy waves.Best time to go
- Free entryEntrance and budget
- Bus, then a tricycleNo car needed
What to do here
- Take a beginner surf lesson
- Watch the sunrise
- Walk or bike the coastal boulevard
- Try local seafood and pili sweets nearby
Know before you go
Swim only in lifeguarded, flagged areas; rip currents are strong and drownings have been reported in Camarines Norte beaches during holiday weeks.
Skip the water when PAGASA raises a storm signal or the surf is huge.
Open parking along the beach road and at the resorts.
Free public beach. Surf lessons, resorts and food are extra.
Tip: go early for glassy waves and calmer water, and swim only near the lifeguards and flagged areas because the currents here are strong.
Where it is
Bagasbas Beach, Brgy. Bagasbas, Daet, Camarines Norte
No car neededFly Manila to Naga (about 1 hour) then take a Daet-bound bus (2 to 3 hours), or take an overnight bus from Metro Manila to Daet. From Daet town center, ride a tricycle to Bagasbas (about 10 minutes).
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FAQ
Is Bagasbas good for beginners?
Yes. Local surf schools offer beginner lessons with boards included, and the sand bottom is forgiving.
Is it safe to swim?
Currents can be strong. Swim near lifeguards and flagged areas, and avoid it during big surf or typhoon swells.
When is surf season?
Waves are best from September to May, and the beach is lively all year.
How do I get there from Manila?
Take a bus to Daet (about 8 to 9 hours) or fly to Naga and take a bus to Daet, then a tricycle to the beach.