50 Beach Challenge: Visit the Best Beaches in the Philippines

Anawangin Cove is perfect for those looking for a quick weekend escape from the city and from internet connectivity. Located in Zambales, Anawangin has no electricity, no WiFi, and no mobile phone signal.

This small stretch of white sand is coupled with clear blue waters, which is why it is such a popular Bohol destination. The nearby coral reefs also make it perfect for snorkeling and diving.

Getting to experience Sambauan Island's beautiful white sand beaches require a little patience, as they only appear during low tide. While you wait, explore the island's ten accessible waterfalls.

This Batangas location is perfect for those looking for Instagram-worthy shots. Aside from its beach, it has a collection of abandoned spaces and buildings, such as the pillars of a building inspired by the Parthenon.

El Nido's already some way away from Metro Manila, but if you want to put even more distance, head on over to Nacpan Beach. It's 17 kilometers from El Nido town proper and has unspoilt sugary sand beaches.

Another surfing and snorkeling spot in Baler is Cemento Beach. Professional surfers can ride the 14-foot high waves that batter the beach, while snorkelers can visit during the calm months from April to June.

photo via Commons If big beach crowds aren't for you, head over to El Nido's Duli Beach. The two kilometer stretch of beach often only has a handful of visitors, most of them surfers.

Looking for opulence and exclusivity? Amanpulo is the untouched private island retreat that is a favorite among the Hollywood set.

Pronounced "dolho", this beach is where you head if you're looking for memorable souvenirs as it is littered with beautiful sea shells.

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Less than an hour away by boat from the island of Marinduque, Maniwaya Island is a destination that isn't crowded that also features coral and white sand.

Nacpan Beach is half of El Nido's Twin Beaches, with Calitang Beach making the other half. Just like Nacpan, Calitang's sugary sand beaches are sure to draw you in.

photo via Commons For a beach experience that's not what you expect, head to Puerto Galera's Talipanan Beach. It's littered with abandoned resorts vandalized by graffiti, giving the place a dystopian feel.

There's no need to worry about Snake Island, even if you're terrified of snakes. The location is named not because it's infested by snakes, but because of its S-shaped sandbar made up of fine white sand.

Another off-the-beaten-path beach you can find in El Nido is San Fernando Beach. It's 55 minutes away from El Nido town proper and features an unpopulated beach and a virgin forest.

photo via Commons, @PaintedCarpet) This must-visit Iloilo tourist spot doesn't just have one white sand beach, it's got 16. These 16 islands are surrounded by crystal clear waters, majestic mountains, and rock formations.

Just a 10-minute ferry ride away from Davao City, Samal Island has 60 resorts spread out on its multiple beaches. Canibad is one of those beaches and it's got coarse cream sand, pebbles and a number of rock formations.

Baler's Sabang Beach is known as the birthplace of surfing in the Philippines, so be sure to head there if surfing is an interest. The two kilometer stretch has several surf spots depending on the surfer's experience level.

Commando Beach is usually part of the El Nido tours offered by agencies, and for good reason. With its vast sandy shore, Commando Beach is perfect for sunbathing, playing sports, or simply luxuriating.

The most popular beach on Puerto Galera is perfect for the beach bum looking for fun under the sun. You can sunbathe, play volleyball, and ride jet skis and banana boats.

photo via Shutterstock, @Kristian Maglalang) This white sand beach in Baler has clear blue waters, rock formations, as well as majestic mountains and hilltops.

If you don't want to stray too far from El Nido's town proper, head to Marimegmeg Beach. It's a short tricycle ride away and boasts white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and majestic islands nearby.

The beach lover with cash to burn can fly to Huma Island. White sand beaches are already expected when it comes to this Palawan location, but it's kicked up a notch by the resort's villas. The villas come with a private sun deck, Jacuzzi, and upscale furniture.

Dive spots abound in the Philippines, and Apo Island is particularly famous. Aside from its white sand beaches, it's also a haven for biodiversity, with over 650 documented species of fish and 400 species of coral.

Romblon's Bonbon Beach has fine white sand, clear blue waters, and a beautiful view. Even better, its sunsets are a thing of beauty, turning the sky variants of red and orange.

Don't give up on Boracay just because you think it's crowded. Baling Hai is inaccessible to tourists coming from White Beach, so you're sure everyone there has made the effort.

Another Romblon beach worth visiting is Aglicay Beach. The half-kilometer stretch of white sand is surrounded by calm, clean, and green waters.

Another Boracay destination with fewer crowds is Crystal Cove. Aside from having equally pristine beaches, Crystal Cove has three coves that you can explore.

If you're headed to Surigao del Sur, check out Cabgan Islet. With beautiful sand, clear water, and a fantastic view, it's definitely worth a visit.

Yet another way to skip the Boracay crowd is to go to the nearby Carabao Island. Not only is it much calmer, but it's got bluer waters and white sand beaches to rival Boracay.

If you're looking for peace and quiet when you go to the beach, head over to Palani Beach. What it lacks in development it makes up for with unspoiled beaches, crystal clear waters, ad a calm breeze.

It doesn't stretch as far as Boracay's White Beach, but that just means less people to contend with. Even better, it's got the same white sand and blue waters of the White Beach.

You'll definitely come back to Camiguin after visiting the White Island Sandbar. Every angle is Instagram-worthy, and you can hire boats to explore the surrounding clear blue waters.

Getting to Alibijaban Island can take up to seven hours, but what you get in exchange is worth it. It's got golden to white sand, crystal clear waters, and undisturbed forests.

Good students of Philippine history know that Limasawa was the location of the first Catholic mass in the country. But good travelers also know that Limasawa has unspoilt, non-touristy white sand beaches.

Tawi-Tawi isn't a top-of-mind tourist destination, but it's a location people should make an effort to visit. Aside from white sand beaches, you get to experience the colorful culture of the Badjao.

Sure, everybody's heard about it, but there's a reason why it's so popular: the four-kilometer stretch is made up of beautiful white sand that has drawn people from all over the world to it.

Travelers looking for a romantic rendezvous at a secluded beach can head to Corong-Corong Beach. Most of the time, all you have for company are coconut trees, rock formations, and the sunset.

Looking for a nearby dive spot? Subic Bay's Capones Island is a two-hour car and boat ride away. It's got white rocky sand beaches, clear blue waters, and some of the best coral reef diving spots in the country.

You don't go to Ampere Beach for fine white sand but for striking views. When waves hit the rocky shoreline it makes an explosive sound, which locals say indicate how intense the weather is going to be.

This hidden gem in Subic used to be known as Dog Beach and is far cleaner and less crowded than other Subic shores. Aside from its clean water, it's also got fine sand, a fresh breeze, and a beautiful sunset.

While known as the Boracay of Cavite, Katungkulan Beach isn't really known for its fine white sand. It's most famous feature is actually the towering stone wall that's perfect for Instagram.

This island in Tawi-Tawi still has few visitors, which is a shame. It's a breathtaking location, with white sand, towering palm trees, and unspoiled marine life.

This piece of paradise in Iloilo is a favorite summer destination. It's easy to see why; it's got white sand, clear waters, breathtaking views, and raw beauty untouched by development.

One of the attractions in Honda Bay, Starfish Island has white sand beaches and clear waters teeming with starfish.

If you're looking for something more nature-based when it comes to your beach experience, pick Ursula Island. It's not just home to a beautiful beach but to some of the country's rare birds as well.

Beach bums who like to rough it out can head to Masasa Beach in Batangas. Don't expect resorts here. Instead, stay in one of the nipa huts that line the area.

Traveling with fellow beach bums? Sepoc Beach is owned and operated by Eagle Point Beach and Dive Resort and provides a beach center, view deck, and lush greenery.

Sorsogon's Subic Beach is also known as the Pink Beach because of the pinkish color the sand takes when directly hit by sunlight.

Puerto Galera may be better known, but the nearby Isla Verde has its own charms, especially for divers. It's stark, rocky beaches are Instagram-ready, and it is also home to several dive sites.

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