Puerto Galera Travel Guide
The pretty town of Puerto Galera is a popular tourist destination famous for its natural beauty such as cool caves and sparkling waterfalls as well as a good range of entertainment options.
- Worth It?
- If you are in the area and want to discover more of the country's natural beauty.
- What to Do
- explore caves, swim in waterfalls.
- Best Time to Go
- during the driest months of May and June.
- How Long?
- A day or two is enough time to explore Puerto Galera.
- Trivia
- Puerto Galera is Spanish for 'Port of the Galleons'.
The picturesque beach areas are just a short trip away from Puerto Galera, and many people use the town as a base to explore the area. With one of the most picturesque harbor views in the Philippines, this is a great place to stroll in the late afternoon and evening.
Fishing is big business in Puerto Galera and it is easy to find fresh fish, prepared in the traditional style and also cooked to western tastes. Although the town tends to go to sleep early, there are a number of bars where you can order a glass of the local firewater and swap yachting and fishing stories with whoever happens to be there.
Travel to Puerto Galera - Getting There
The easiest way to get to Puerto Galera is to take the Sikat bus service from the City State Tower Hotel in Manila. The service combines the bus journey with a ferry ride and takes about 6 hours. Ferries also arrive at Puerto Galera from Batangas and other islands.
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