2020 Top Tourist Spots in Camarines Sur [And How To Get There]

This is our list of the best tourist spots in Camarines Sur, a province in the Bicol region of the Philippines.

How can you not love the Philippines when it never fails to give any traveler’s want for adventure and the best experience ever? From the island of Luzon is a province which combines the best of both historical and natural landmarks in the area; Camarines Sur may just be your favorite province yet. The tourist spots in Camarines Sur stated below can be your gateway to the perfect getaway.

8 Best Tourist Spots in Camarines Sur, Philippines

Mount Isarog National Park

The place you go to if you want to see thriving and rich flora and fauna. The diversity of the species here is magnificent. Mt. Isarog National Park has been under the watchful eye of six municipalities that aim to continue and flourish the already existing diverse species here. This is the home to many endemic species. Going here will make you realize how brilliant nature can be.

Malabsay Falls

Feast your eyes on a falls that towers at a height of 40 feet and wonder how such beauty can be created; Malabsay Falls is the kind of falls you would usually imagine if you think about fairies and mermaids sitting and relaxing at the pool of a waterfall. The water here is very cool and refreshing. Despite it being a famous tourist spot in Camarines Sur, expect to have some privacy here.

Lake Buhi

This lake was formed because of the volcanic sinkhole that got filled with the freshwater of natural springs. The fauna and flora here are also thriving. In fact, the smallest fish in the world, the Sinarapan fish, can be found in this lake. Going here will give you a stunning view of Mt. Asog.

Basilica of Our Lady of Peñafrancia

Knowing an area’s history is a good way to understand its life, culture, and traditions. We urge you to stop by the beautiful church of Basilica of Our Lady of Peñafrancia because it is a site that must be seen. The intricacy and effort put into creating the glass images inside the church show how much love and devotion the people of the province have put into building this.

Our Lady of Peace Grotto Shrine Park

Built in the year 1989, this is yet another tourist spot in Camarines Sur that showcases how hardworking and devoted the locals are. Do you know that since this is in an uphill location, people who built this had to climb and bring the materials? All that devotion and effort created this majestic Marian image.

The Caramoan Islands

Adventure awaits you here in the Caramoan Islands. If you want to go to the most beautiful beaches, lakes, caves, coves, and forests in Camarines Sur all in one go, then Caramoan Islands is the place. The beaches here have white, soft and fine sand with turquoise colored waters. The Hunungan Cove on the other hand, will show you a rich marine life.

Panicuason Hot Springs & Adventure Park

Looking for a place where you can relax and have fun? Go to the Panicuason Hot Springs & Adventure Park! They have a zip line here that can test your courage and also a hot spring that can calm your nerves before or after you try the zip line.

Naga Metropolitan Cathedral

Also known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist, the Naga Metropolitan Cathedral is a well-known church in the Philippines and is considered as the mother of all cathedrals in the Bicol region. It is a popular wedding venue in Naga City.

10 Notable Camarines Sur Tourist Spots

CamSur Watersports Complex
Provincial Capitol Complex Cadlan, Pili, Camarines Sur

Itbog Twin Falls
Barangay Sta. Cruz, Buhi, Camarines Sur

Sabang Beach
Sabang, San Jose, Camarines Sur

Consocep Mountain Resort
Tigaon, Camarines Sur.

Lahuy Island
Caramoan, Camarines Sur

Mt. Iriga
Buhi, Camarines Sur

Lahos Island
Caramoan, Camarines Sur

Nalalata Falls
Lubgan, Bula, Camarines Sur

Matukad Island
Caramoan, Camarines Sur

Guinahoan Lighthouse
Caramoan, Camarines Sur

Must-Try Food in Camarines Sur

• Pinangat at Geewan Restaurant in Naga City
• Kinunot at Geewan Restaurant in Naga City
• Laing at Que Pasa or at The Classic Natong in Naga City
• Kinalas at Aling Cely’s Kinalasan in Naga City, Camarines Sur
• Bicol Express at Bob Marlin Restaurant & Grill in Naga City
• Toasted Siopao at General Luna Street in Naga City, Camarines Sur
• Chakoy at Aljosh Café in Naga City
• Inulokan

Festivals in Camarines Sur

• Peñafrancia Festival in Naga City
• Tinagba Festival in Iriga City
• Harana Festival in San Jose, Camarines Sur
• Karanowan Festival in Bato, Camarines Sur
• Baybayon Festival in Sagñay, Camarines Sur
• Boa-Boahan Festival in Nabua
• Kaogma Festival
• Bamboo Festival in Bula

Where to Stay in Camarines Sur

Depending on where you plan to go in Camarines Sur, the province has many hotels and hostels to accommodate every guest. The majority of the accommodations are located in Naga City. Check out these hotels and hostels in Camarines Sur or you may also consider staying at these Airbnb units in Camarines Sur.

How to get to Camarines Sur

From Manila, take a flight to Naga City. The travel time is about 45 minutes. If you prefer to travel by land, you can catch a bus from Metro Manila (Cubao, Pasay, Buendia, and Alabang) to Naga City. Travel time is around 12 hours.

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