Bagasbas Beach: One of the Hot Surfing Destinations in Bicol

Bagasbas Beach is the popular surfing destination in Camarines Norte and often visited by tourists. It's known for its long shoreline, strong waves, and gray sand, perfect destination for lovers of big waves. I was able to visit this beach because it was included in the Beach Bumming Package we bought from a travel agency, Travel Factor.

After spending a night at Calaguas Island, we were brought here by the agency's bus. It's just a half-day tour before heading back to Manila, but they told us that we can still take a dip or learn how to surf if we want to.

Aside from perfect waves for surfing, the beach is said to have a perfect sunrise too. I wasn't able to see it for myself because we went there late afternoon. But I'm sure it's a perfect site while walking on its 3 kilometers of gray fine sand.

Sometimes, the problem with people, they don't love their beaches enough that they don't take care of it. I wished people visited this beach will be more disciplined and don't throw garbage on the sand or at least clean after themselves to save the perfect image of the beach. I can see a lot of garbage scattered on the sand.

Anyway, while the others enjoy surfing, my friends and I had a food trip instead. Near the beach are street food vendors where you can feast while enjoying the sea breeze and the sound of the waves. After eating and while waiting for our time to depart, we just sat there watching the surfers challenging the waves.

Things to Do in Bagasbas Beach:

• Surfing: A top surfing spot for beginners and pros, with consistent waves all year
• Kite-flying: Strong winds from the Pacific Ocean make it ideal for kite enthusiasts
• Sea turtle nesting ground: Female sea turtles come to lay their eggs from September to February
• Beach activities: Relaxing stroll, beach day with friends and family

Fun Facts About Bagasbas Beach:

• The beach was once a large rice field
• The name "Bagas" means "rice" in Bicolano
• There are shops, restaurants, and bars on the beach
• Some say the beach is great for learning surfing
• Some say the beach is not very safe for swimming due to undercurrents

Address: Bagasbas Road, Daet, Camarines Norte 

How to Get There from Daet?
Just take a tricycle and ask the driver to drop you off at Bagasbas Beach.