Binurong Point
Binurong Point
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Steven S
Pattaya, Thailand782 contributions
Feb 2020
I arranged a trike to pick me up at 5am from my hotel at Puraran. My objective was to experience sunrise at Binurong Point. At the registry desk I paid 10 pesos for parking, 25 pesos for entry fee and 200 pesos for the Guide (paid at the end). Unfortunately, some light rain had made the tracks through people's private properties rather slippery making the walk longer than usual. It took about 45 minutes. As a consequence, I arrived at the point about 10-15 minutes after the sun had risen. I was bitterly disappointed.
The Guide shooed the cows away. He told me they will sometimes bluff charge if you get too close to their young ones. There are different viewpoints you can walk to. Great scenic coastline for photos. It can get pretty windy. Very scenic surroundings.
I was glad I visited but I'll never forget getting up early in the morning and missing the sunrise.
The Guide shooed the cows away. He told me they will sometimes bluff charge if you get too close to their young ones. There are different viewpoints you can walk to. Great scenic coastline for photos. It can get pretty windy. Very scenic surroundings.
I was glad I visited but I'll never forget getting up early in the morning and missing the sunrise.
Written April 3, 2020
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John Paul Pamintuan
Quezon City, Philippines7 contributions
Dec 2017 • Solo
After all the hiking stuff, you will finally see a breathtaking and majestic view. You really need to go here when visiting Catanduanes.
*During rainy season be extra careful. The stones are slippery and the way up is muddy. But it is all worth it promise!
*During rainy season be extra careful. The stones are slippery and the way up is muddy. But it is all worth it promise!
Written February 8, 2018
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itravelj0
Quezon City, Philippines31 contributions
Sep 2017 • Solo
As a solo female traveler the experience is awesome. But if you are staying from Virac proper commuting is not quite accessible. Public transportation schedule is erratic, then if you will take trycycle for private tour it will cost you too much, ranging from 1500-1700 (roundtrip). I will recommend you to depart early morning in Virac going Baras P100/per way fare for van, from there hire a motorcycle going Binurong point this will cost you P500 (roundtrip) not bad compared to P1500-1700 right? Entrance fee is P20 and guide fee is P200. There are sari sari store in the vicinity. Dont forget to bring water and umbrella, there were no shades to protect you from heat. As of the time of writing this review, there are cottages of those who wanted to stay for overnight. This is a must try experience. Insert Binurong point on your bucket list
Written September 27, 2017
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Bernadette N
Roseau, MN37 contributions
Jan 2018 • Friends
The second leg of my Bicol Express trip is The province of Catanduanes, An island on the eastern seaboard of the Philippines. Its rugged coast slammed the the harsh waves of the Pacific Ocean. The island is sometimes dubbed as Batanes of Catanduanes, because of its similar features to Batanes group of islands in the Northernmost tip of the Philippines. It is also called as the Irish coast of the Philippines because of its rock cliffs that meets the ocean.
Of particular interest to me is Binurong Point, in Baras, Catanduanes. Its a 30-minute hike for experienced hikers and may take a little longer depending on your physical condition. In general, its an easy trail without steep inclines. The best time to go up is at 4:30am at dawn to catch the sunrise while at the Point. This activity is for hikers, nature lovers and for those who are curious to try hiking/trekking. This will leave you feeling good and asking for more. So go on to the next hike which is more challenging, the Bote Lighthouse.mits about 2-3 hours hike.
On the way to Baras from Virac, you will pass by a beautiful old church, calle Bato Church. Its made of stone without steel and concrete.
You can fly from Manila straight to Virac or you can take a bus. The bus will be loaded to a ferry upon reaching the port of Tabaco, Albay and will dock at the port of San Andres or in Virac, Catanduanes. If you have more time, you can soend a day or 2 in Legazpi. If you have more time, you can also go to the Province of Sorsogon.
Bus fare from Manila to Virac is from PHP 875-1300 depending on the bus line of your choice and the amenities. Ferry fare is separate.
There is PHP 20 environmental fee at Binurong Point.
Of particular interest to me is Binurong Point, in Baras, Catanduanes. Its a 30-minute hike for experienced hikers and may take a little longer depending on your physical condition. In general, its an easy trail without steep inclines. The best time to go up is at 4:30am at dawn to catch the sunrise while at the Point. This activity is for hikers, nature lovers and for those who are curious to try hiking/trekking. This will leave you feeling good and asking for more. So go on to the next hike which is more challenging, the Bote Lighthouse.mits about 2-3 hours hike.
On the way to Baras from Virac, you will pass by a beautiful old church, calle Bato Church. Its made of stone without steel and concrete.
You can fly from Manila straight to Virac or you can take a bus. The bus will be loaded to a ferry upon reaching the port of Tabaco, Albay and will dock at the port of San Andres or in Virac, Catanduanes. If you have more time, you can soend a day or 2 in Legazpi. If you have more time, you can also go to the Province of Sorsogon.
Bus fare from Manila to Virac is from PHP 875-1300 depending on the bus line of your choice and the amenities. Ferry fare is separate.
There is PHP 20 environmental fee at Binurong Point.
Written July 30, 2018
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wonderlustMD
Manila, Philippines244 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
Visited this place with my cousins. They charge 20php environmental fee per person and 5php parking fee per motorcycle. The tour guide fee is 200php. They only accept tours until 5pm. There are stores in the area to buy chips and drinks. No stores or toilet at the top.
The hike is usually 25-30mins but being the slow and unfit hiker that I am, it took me 40mins. No special shoes needed as my slippers survived the hike. Best to go here for sunrise viewing, though we went there in the afternoon. Haha!
The view at the top was amazing! The weather was pretty nice and cold too. The spread of greenery and narrow walkways overlooking big rocks and the sea was a feast for the eyes. A drone shot would look pretty nice if I had one. Haha! This is one place you should visit if you are in Catanduanes.
The hike is usually 25-30mins but being the slow and unfit hiker that I am, it took me 40mins. No special shoes needed as my slippers survived the hike. Best to go here for sunrise viewing, though we went there in the afternoon. Haha!
The view at the top was amazing! The weather was pretty nice and cold too. The spread of greenery and narrow walkways overlooking big rocks and the sea was a feast for the eyes. A drone shot would look pretty nice if I had one. Haha! This is one place you should visit if you are in Catanduanes.
Written August 9, 2017
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Gerald_Thommo
Brisbane, Australia197 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
Yes, two words to perfectly and honestly describe this place - it’s amazingly beautiful! The view is breathtaking. From Puraran beach, take a 20-30 minutes ride to the start of a fantastic adventure. Talk to the locals about entrance or environmental fees. Be sure you bring water or cash to buy from a store at the entrance. The assigned tour guide for 200 pesos will lead the 20-30 minutes trail walk up to the Binurong Point. There are no trees at the Point so wear a cap or hat. It could rain on the way up or down so it would help to bring a raincoat unless you like the experience of getting soaked which is more fun I guess. If you are lucky you will probably meet the guide dog named Digong. Must add to your bucket list.
Written April 20, 2018
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Julian Thomas S
Melbourne, Australia47 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
There's a tourism fee of 45php
Plus tour guide fee of 200php; and yes, the tour guide is required..
The treck is around 20-30 mins. depending on your pacing. Bring hydration!!
The view here is amazing. Shout out to all photography enthusiasts out there.
Plus tour guide fee of 200php; and yes, the tour guide is required..
The treck is around 20-30 mins. depending on your pacing. Bring hydration!!
The view here is amazing. Shout out to all photography enthusiasts out there.
Written June 18, 2017
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jessabibi
Daraga, Philippines70 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
Tour guide is mandatory. Good thing is one group per tour guide.
The trek is about 20-30 minutes, depends on your pace. If you want to witness the sunrise, make sure you're already there around 5:30am.
Or you can stay there but I don't know if there's an additional fee and if you're tour- guide will be with you. Bring your necessities, of course tent and especially gears. Picture-taking at its best!
There are 4 point and the area is so vast that you don't know where will you start. It was an amazing and breath-taking indeed!!! Just like Batanes or Ireland maybe.
Registration is after with 25php fee and 200php for tour guide and you can add tip if you have an extra.
Note:
Shoes will be better here coz in my own experience, my slippers is about to give up.
Wear hat or bring your bandanas.
Don't forget the shades.
The trek is about 20-30 minutes, depends on your pace. If you want to witness the sunrise, make sure you're already there around 5:30am.
Or you can stay there but I don't know if there's an additional fee and if you're tour- guide will be with you. Bring your necessities, of course tent and especially gears. Picture-taking at its best!
There are 4 point and the area is so vast that you don't know where will you start. It was an amazing and breath-taking indeed!!! Just like Batanes or Ireland maybe.
Registration is after with 25php fee and 200php for tour guide and you can add tip if you have an extra.
Note:
Shoes will be better here coz in my own experience, my slippers is about to give up.
Wear hat or bring your bandanas.
Don't forget the shades.
Written May 2, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Emy C
Tagaytay, Philippines71 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
This place is an hour and a half from virac city but the travel is worth it. Drop by the department of tourism office to help you arrange your trip. The road is paved and once you get there, hire a local tour guide for the 20 minute trek up. The best thing to do is to camp (bring everything on your own) and watch the sunrise. A gracious gift of 300-500php will be of big help to this isolated community. There is 1 food stall and another selling drinks. This place is very refreshing and still undiscovered.
Written August 4, 2016
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Reigngoaway
Legazpi, Philippines83 contributions
Mar 2019 • Friends
Day 2 of our Catanduanes Adventure,we planned to visit this tourist spot as it is near our first destination,Baras.Intriguingly it was closed for several months when it was gaining popularity and reopened for the public just last December 2018.Upon entering you will be asked for a 10 peso entrance fee which later on i found out was really should have been "gate pass" then parking fee of 20pesos formy MC and another entrance fee of very minimal amount,25 pesos i think per pax and environmental fee of 5 pesos.Good thing we came across with a couple so we shared for the tour guide and paid only 100 pesos for me and my budd for the tour guide. It was worth the trek,all you need is a good leg for the 30-45 mins hike.A good camera for the selfies and sights.and helpful if you can bring a canteen for water.its a must that we obey our Tour Guide,other than that, just enjoyed the beauty of Binurong Point and the Pacific Ocean! Reminders not to leave your trash too.
Written April 3, 2019
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how far is this place from virac?? any ideas?? thanks
Written February 7, 2017
about 2 hrs and be ready for a roller coaster rife like when you go there. enjoy!
Written May 12, 2017
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