HOW TO GO TO PAROLA ISLAND
FROM PASAY
• Go to Philtranco Terminal Station and ride a bus going to Jose Panganiban, Camarines Norte. You may ride the morning trip which leaves at around 7:00 AM or the night trip that leaves at 7:00 PM. Fare costs Php 544.50.
• Alight at Jose Panganiban Terminal, head straight to Roy Padilla Sr. Boulevard and ride a boat going to Parola Island. Travel time from the port to the island is 30-45 minutes.
FROM CUBAO
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
TWO (2) DAYS AND ONE (1) NIGHT
DAY ZERO
7:30 PM – ETD to Cubao or Pasay
DAY ONE
7:00 AM – ETA to Jose Panganiban Terminal
7:05 AM – ETD Jose Panganiban Terminal to Evias
7:15 AM – ETA to Evias for breakfast
7:45 AM – ETD Evias to Port
8:00 AM – ETA Port to Parola Island
10:00 AM – ETA Parola Island/ Set Camp/ Explore
12:00 PM – Lunch
13:00 PM – Explore Swimming/ Wait For Low Tide To Explore The Islets Near The Island
18:00 PM- Dinner
19:00 PM- Socialization
20:00 PM – Lights Out
DAY TWO
6:00 AM – Wakeup Call
7:00 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – Break Camp
10:00 AM – ETD Parola Island to Jose Panganiban
12:00 PM – ETA Jose Panganiban
12:15 PM – Lunch / Swimming at Turayog Resort
14:00 PM – Surfing at Bulalacao Beach
16:00 PM- Sunset View at Turayog Hilltop.
17:00 PM- Rest
17:30 PM – ETD Jose Panganiban- Manila
REASONS TO VISIT PAROLA ISLAND
BROWNISH SAND THAT TURNS PINK
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| Parola Island has fine brownish sand with fragments of seashells that turns pink every time the sea touches the shore. |
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GREEN PATH TUNNEL
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| The green path tunnel can also be a perfect camping spot because strong winds cannot easily pass the thick and luscious plants surrounding tunnel. |
BACK TO BASIC EXPERIENCE
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| Turn off your phone, forget about work and stress, grab your fishing rods and catch some fish! 📸Travel With Maria |
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| Parola Island provides a back to basics experience. The island doesn’t have resorts but travelers can bring hammocks and tent that they can use while staying in the island. |
MAJESTIC PANORAMIC VIEW
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| Majestic panoramic view of nature can be seen on every corners of the island. This photo was taken near the lighthouse and from here you can see the other island and islets near the island. |
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| Whether you wait for the sunrise, sunset or just sit by the shore, Parola Island will provide extremely good panoramic view. |
ISLETS NEAR THE ISLAND
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| Two islets can be found near Parola Island. |
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| The islets can be reached by walking during low tide. Make sure to wear aqua shoes or anything that can protect your feet when you go to the islets because there are dead shells, stones and corals in between the island and the islets that might hurt your feet. |
ROCK FORMATIONS BY THE SHORELINE
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| Instagram worthy rock formations can be found near the shoreline. Fishes also swim near the rocks, making this side of the island the perfect spot for fishing. |
OLD LIGHTHOUSE
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| Parola Island was named after this old lighthouse. Despite being old, the lighthouse is still working and guiding seafarers at night. |
TOUR PACKAGE
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| Tropical vibe in the island. |
PACKAGE INCLUSION:
*The island is privately owned and 200 tourists per day are allowed. NO CLEARANCE FROM THE TOURISM INFORMATION CENTER OF JOSE PANGANIBAN, NO ENTRY.
To know the latest tour packages and destinations at Jose Panganiban, Camarines Norte you may contact:
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Wonderful place, beautiful pictures!After reading this, Camarines Norte Parola Island is on my list of places to go!
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Thanks for appreciating Johnny. It means a lot to me.This island will surely capture your heart. I fell in love with it the moment that I saw it.In the coming days, I will be posting more destinations in Camarines Norte that you might include when you visit Parola Island.
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This looks amazing, but where is it? I can't see a country listed anywhere in your post!
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Wowza. I have never heard of Parola Island before but it is stunning! That pink sand, and the gorgeous looking walks out to the islets! It looks like the prefect place to relax.
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I haven't even heard of this place! It looks gorgeous. That water is crystal clear. I wish I took the time to visit the Philippines while I lived in china �� https://www.elaishajade.com/home-page
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wow I can't belive I haven't heard about Parola Island yet! Looks like a paradise! I would love to go there one day and see this wonderful brown/pink sand ! Your photos are so beautiful so I wish I could just pack my bag now !
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Hi Leigh,It’s located in the Philippines. This Blog site is intended to promote majestic places in the Philippines like Parola Island.
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Oh it is indeed a relaxing place. The island is still virgin and the only establishment in it is the house of the caretaker and a small cavana. So, if you want to distress and be one with Nature, this island is a perfect to go destination.
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We just discoverer this island as well a couple of months ago and I honesty fell inlove with right there and then. You will surely Love this island too.
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I have never heard of Parola Island. I was supervised to see so many others in your photos!! I assumed it would be you and maybe a couple of others. I loved it and I want to go there!! Maybe when our kids get older!
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This post makes me wanna take a vacay so bad. I have never heard of this Island myself. Thanks for informing us.
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Can't get enough of these amazing photos! It looks like my imaginary happy place, haha 🙂
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Ahh, I can't get enough of these photos!! It looks like my imaginary happy place 😀
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What a beautiful place. I have wanted to go to the Philippines for quite some time but only had Boracay as a highlight to include up until now! Thanks so much for this informative and photographic inspiration!
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This looks divine! I had never heard of this island and only had Boracay listed as a must on my Philippines bucket list! Thanks for the informative and photographic inspiration!
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Love hearing about new places like this. Thanks for sharing your images and reminding me that I have to visit the Philippines soon… It looks like a picturesque island paradise ! I would love to just relax on the beach, and kick back on its powdery soft sands:-)
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The beauty of the Philippines. Wow. Such amazing beaches and photos. I visited the Philippines last year and loved the natural beauty. I've never heard of Parola Island and would have loved to visit. Perhaps, next time 🙂
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Wowzers!!! This looks like a magical island. I'd love to see brown sand turning into pink 🙂 Doing nothing is the best thing one can do here! I so love beaches. Lovely clicks! Thank you for introducing Parola island. I'd surely visit whenever I travel to Philippines.
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thnx
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I guess this place is not touristic enough, which clearly shows how gorgeous the beach and the water. At least not crowded like in Boracay 😀
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