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April 04, 2012

Baler Diaries: Rediscovering Baler

Baler Fish Port: 

Not far from Ermita hill you will find the Baler Fish Port. The fish port is situated at the coastline of Cemento beach.  Where small fishing boats docked and unload their fresh catch of salt water fish from their overnight fishing in the Pacific. 


It was already 2:00 o clock in the afternoon when we arrived, that's why we didn't saw any activities in this place. Kaya picture taking na lang at pag-enjoy sa view ang ginawa namin.


The Three Idiots? ehehehe

The panoramic view of Dimadimalangat islet serves as our background from the other side of the fish port.


Kamehameha wave in the fish port

If you're bored and you want to try some exciting activities in Baler Fish Port try these stunts.  :)


Karate Kids


Dimadimalangat Islets:


From the coastline of Sabang beach you can easily recognize this eye-catching rock formation that emerged from the surface water of the Pacific.This dwarfed stone hills is located off shore of Barangay Cemento, Baler. It takes you 5-10 minutes to reach the area from the town proper and 15mins travel by boat. Before the tides start to get high we decided to leaved the Baler Fish Port and drove further to the Dimadimalangat islet. The road going to this place was 100% paved and easily accessible for every traveler. The way towards this place was covered by coconut trees and some  trees.


View From Sabang Beach

This small island serves as a point identifying the southernmost tip of Baler Bay. 

The Tide is High

When we arrived at this place we were very lucky because the small rock formations scattered along the shore were still there. 

Wonderful Rock Formation

Here, black rocks and dead corals line the stretch leading to the islet. A couple of minutes, we noticed that some rocks were being submerged underneath by the sea water. High tide was starting to cover the whole area. 

During low tide, this islet becomes a peninsula, where everyone could walk and wade on these small rocks without getting wet. But be careful as you walk around because the rocks are too sharp.  



Aniao Islets:


This is located off shore of Barangay Zabali and can be accessed by foot from the mainland. 

These twin islets facing the waves of the Pacific ocean at Diguisit bay captured everyone attention because of it's wonderful landscapes. A small resort is situated at this area and for just P20 you can go near the islets. 

For those who want to spend more time on this place there are available cottages for rent along the shoreline. The sand along the beach are composed of small white rocks and dead corals that adds more drama to the shore. 

PAGASA Weather Station:

As we continue our sight seeing adventure along the coastline of Baler we reached the PAGASA weather station. Actually we didn't plan to visit this place. We craved for a little adventure that's why we end up here.  Masyado lang kaming nag-enjoy sa mga nakikita namin kaya ayun. huh! 

The way to this place was the most exciting part. Nobody knows where this road ends. We just follow the steep and narrow trail, I mean it natakot din ako kasi nga one way lang ang daan, paano kung may makasalubong kami? But luckily, we were the only visitor at that time. Not all can handle the trails on going up so better equipped with the right vehicle. When we arrived at the top we were welcomed by the weatherman on duty. He told us to signed up and after that he brought us to the rooftop. 

Baler is located at the mid-eastern part of Luzon where typhoons and seasonal tropical cyclone mostly occur. That is why they built a weather station at this part of Aurora. They regularly monitor the weather conditions around the area for the sake of the Balerians and nearby provinces.


The Pacific Ocean
View from the weather station


Dicasalarin Cove:


The pristine Dicasalarin cove was visible to our sight. The beach was covered by white sands and the water was so clear. There's no resort on this isolated part of Baler that makes this place more natural. 

The stunning beauty of the place creates a magnificent view from the rooftop of the building. The waves were gentle as it reached the white sandy coastline, nakakawala ng pagod. We asked the weatherman if it is possible to go there, and he said yes, they allow visitors but unfortunately the gate going to that beach was locked at that time. Nakuntento na lang kami sa pagtingin mula sa itaas. After that we leaved the place. Thanks to the weatherman on duty.

Special Thanks To:

Mr. Jerico Urbano 

Mr. Edson Sunga


My Itinerary:  

1200-1300 Bay's Inn Restaurant (Lunch Time)

1300-1310 Ermita Hill

1400-1430 Baler Fish Port

1435-1500 Dimadimalangat Islet

1515-1600 PAGASA Weather Station/Dicasalarin Cove

1615-1630 Aniao Islet

1645-2100 Sabang Beach ( playing Frisbee and Dinner at Bay's Inn


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