5 Most Popular Beaches to visit in Cebu this Holy Week

People have different ways of observing Holy Week. Some stay home and be with their family, while others go on a silent retreat in the mountains or the beach.

Much to people’s belief, the Church does not condemn those who go on a vacation during Holy Week. As long as people do not forget their Holy Week obligations, then it is okay.

Cebu is filled with beautiful beaches where people can observe Holy Week Traditions. We have compiled the top 5 most popular beaches to visit in Cebu this Holy Week.

1. Lambug Beach Resort Badian

First on our list is the pristine Lambug Beach Resort. The white sand and crystal waters instantly make you love the place. Lambug Beach offers beach lovers direct access to the beachfront. They also have rooms available rooms for those planning to stay overnight.

You can even rent out volleyball game equipment to play with friends. Are you down for a competitive game?

Pro tip: Bring your tent to camp under the stars and by the sea. Nothing beats late-night beachside talks with friends and family.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

• Entrance fee: ₱45/person
• Opening hours: 6AM to 5PM daily

COTTAGE RATES:

• GoodfFor 10 Persons: ₱1,000
• Good for 15 persons 1: ₱1,800

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Corkage fee: None
• Contact numbers: 0961-830-7265
• Email address: [email protected] 
• Facebook Page: https://web.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064207956542 

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Lambug, Badian, Southern Cebu — approx. 3 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: From the South Bus Terminal, ride a bus to Badian. Ask the driver to drop you off at Badian Complex. Once you arrive, ride a habal-habal or tricycle to Lambug Beach Resort.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Lambug Beach Resort” in Badian. Parking space is available.

2. Basdaku Beach Moalboal

Basdaku Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Moalboal, Southern Cebu. The beach offers a vast shoreline relative to its name, “Basdaku,” derived from the Cebuano Words “bas” (sand) and “daku” (big).

Because Basdaku is enormous, different resorts are operating on the beach. The beach boasts beautiful white sand and an ocean with varying hues of blue. The sunset is also incredibly magnificent as the sun tucks away into the night.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

• Entrance fee: ₱10 to ₱20 (depending on the area you enter}
• Opening hours: N/A

COTTAGE RATES:

Rates depend on the resorts you are staying at

• ₱300 to ₱2,500

TENT RENTALS:

• Bring your Tent: ₱100 per tent
• Tent Rental: ₱500 to ₱2,000 (depending on size)

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Corkage fee: N/A
• Contact numbers: N/A
• Email address: N/A
• Facebook Page: 

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Basdaku Beach, Moalboal, southern Cebu — approx. 3 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: From the South Bus Terminal, ride a bus to Moalboal via Barili or Badian. Ask the driver to drop you off at Gaisano Grand Mall Moalboal or the Moalboal town proper. Once you arrive, ride a habal-habal going to Basdaku Beach.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Basdaku Beacht” in Moalboal. Parking space is available.

3. Tingko Beach Resort in Alcoy

Tingko Beach Resort is divided into four beaches: Tingko Beach 1 & 2, Voda Krasna Resort, and a public beach. This is because Tingko Beach prides itself on its long shoreline.

The beach is perfect for those who want a simple beach day. You can set up picnics along the powdery white sands. Guests are also welcomed with a magnificent view of the sun kissing the sea. Moreover, the sea is a work of beauty with its clear and blue waters.

Visitors can also rent boats to visit sand bars and the Mabad-on reef.

Tingko Beach has wooden cottages available but does not have overnight accommodation. Make sure to book a place or a room at nearby resorts.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

• Entrance fee:
  • Tingko Beach 1 & 2:  ₱20 per head
  • Public Beach: Free

COTTAGE RATES:

• Tent Space: ₱100
• Cottage Fees: Ranges from  ₱300 to  ₱1000

LOCALLY-OWNED COTTAGES

• Barangay Beach House:  ₱600 per cottage
  • Duplex cottage with Veranda
• Antig Tingko Beach Cottages: Ranges from  ₱900 to  ₱1,000 per cottage

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Corkage fee: None
• Contact numbers: N/A
• Email address: N/A
• Facebook Page: N/A

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Daanglungsod, Alcoy Town, Southern Cebu — approx. 3 hours away from Cebu City.

BY BUS: From the Cebu South Bus Terminal, ride any bus bound for Oslob. Ask the driver to drop you off at Tingko Beach, Alcoy.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Tingko Beach” in Alcoy.

4. Lapyahan sa San Remigio

The King of all wide-shore beaches, Lapyahan sa San Remigio is Cebu’s Longest Shoreline. The shoreline boasts powdery white sand and a charming view of the sunset. And what makes things even better is that the entrance is FREE.

The public beach is a must-visit for people who love to chill and sit in the sand. There is also a nearby Kan-anan sa Lapyahan, where you can feast on delicious barbecues, snacks, and drinks. There are also cottages you can rent out, but you can also bring your mat to sit on.

Watch as the sky bleeds orange when the sun sets as you visit Lapyahan sa San Remigio.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

• Entrance fee: FREE

COTTAGE FEES:

• ₱200 TO ₱350 PER DAY

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Corkage fee: None
• Contact numbers: N/A
• Email address: N/A
• Facebook Page: N/A

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Poblacion, San Remigio, northern Cebu — 3-4 hours away from the city.

BY BUS: From the Cebu North Bus Terminal, ride a bus to San Remigio. The travel time is around 2.5 to 3 hours. Ask the driver to drop you off at Poblacion or the town proper. When you arrive, ride a habal-habal to Lapyahan.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Lapyahan sa San Remigio” in San Remigio. Parking space is available.

5. Maravilla White Sand Beach Resort

If you are looking for a homestay for Holy Week, Maravilla Beach is perfect for you.

Maravilla White Sand Beach Resort is white sand and blue water paradise. The beach offers a vast shoreline for beach-goers, which makes it the perfect place to play games and have fun. If you plan to stay overnight, the beach resort has rooms available.

You can rent a fan room, air-conditioned rooms, or a whole house. The house is perfect for you if you are a big group. Moreover, each room has beds and pillows to ensure a comfortable stay.

The house, however, has a TV, refrigerator, and a fully functional kitchen.

RATES & OTHER INFORMATION

DAY USE:

• Entrance fee: none
• Opening hours: N/A

ROOM RATES:

• Entire House: ₱7,000 per night, good for 12-14 people
• Air-conditioned room 1: ₱4,000 per night, good for 8-10 people
• Air-conditioned room 2: ₱3,500 per night, good for 4-6 people
• Fan Room 1: ₱5,000 per night, good for 16 people
• Fan Room 2: ₱2,500 per night, good for 8 people
• Kubo: ₱1,200 for a 24-hour stay, good for 4-5 people

COTTAGE FEES:

• Open Cottage
  • ₱800 for day use, good for 12 people
  • ₱1,000 overnight, good for 12 persons
• Closed Cottage: ₱1,500, good for 15 people
• Table Rental: ₱350

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Corkage fee: None
• Parking Fee: ₱100 each car; ₱20 each motorcycle
• Contact numbers: 0946-030-7489
• Email address: N/A
• Facebook Page: N/A

HOW TO GET THERE?

Exact location: Maravilla Tabuelan, North of Cebu- 2 hours and 30 minutes from the center of Cebu City.

BY BUS: From Cebu North Bus Terminal, ride a bus to Tabuelan. Ask the driver to drop you off at the Tabuelan Public Market. Ride a habal-habal going to Maravilla Beach.

BY CAR: Navigate with Waze or Google Maps and set your destination to “Maravilla White Sand Beach Resort” in Tabuelan. Parking space is available.