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Pintados Cove is located at Caloco, Tinambac, Camarines Sur. The discovery of Caloco Beach that trended years ago immediately caused the influx of tourists because of a blog post of a local blogger. Despite its tourism potential and enticing beauty that continuously attracts nature explorers, this island is still left undeveloped and unexplored. There is more to see, explore and discover.

How to get to Caloco beach via public transportation (Naga starting point):

From CBS Terminal, take the tricycle going to Naga City Integrated Northbound Jeep Terminal at Queborac then look for the jeep/van going to Tinambac and tell the driver to drop you off at the corner of the barangay going to Caloco Beach. You can take motorcycle or walk going there at Caloco Elementary School. From there, you will be asked to register in their log book and pay an environmental fee of P35.00/head with free use of CR. You can take a boat or walk going to the beach if it is low tide.

Reminder: We are still under pandemic so travel responsibly. You also need to coordinate with the LGU Tourism Office of Tinambac beforehand if you will be going to Caloco Beach.  

How to get to Pintados Cove from Caloco Beach: 

Basically, you have to rent a boat going there to Pintados Cove since it is on the other side of the island. However, we have a rubber boat so my uncles and I went there via rubber boat.

Introducing Pintados Cove

Pintados Cove is an unspoiled part of the island that can be your side trip if you are at Caloco Beach. It is accessible via 5-10 mins boat ride.  Most of the time, it is low tide which is why it is safe going there and also, you can even walk from Caloco Beach going there if you can. 

There are still no plans of developing it further for tourists or if it is fully open to the public but so far, we wanted to share this discovery. This is a place for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Pintados Cove is where fun adventure awaits. 

Fun activities to do in Pintados Cove:

1. Paddle Boarding

Paddle Boarding is one of the water sports that you can safely enjoy in this island not only because its calm and clear waters but also because of its low tide.

2. Trekking and rock climbing for a spontaneous and breathtaking view of the sea. 

It takes an effort to see beauty but it is all worth it. A photo op in this unexplored island definitely giving us a new perspective of paradise.

3. Snorkeling and marine life immersion

If you are up for some underwater adventure, Pintados Cove is indeed a perfect place for some underwater explorations. Immerse yourself with marine life at Pintados Cove. You'll be surprise to see what kind of marine species you can find here.

4. Kite Flying 

Since the winds are strong and the beach is wide and uncrowded, Pintados Cove is also the best place for Kite Flying.

5. Chasing sunsets

Perfect for photo ops and silhouette aesthetics.

6. Rubber Boat Explorations

You can use rubber boat in exploring the nearby islands.

Interesting Finds at Pintados Cove:

 1. Shells

Aside sa magagayon na gapo, corals saka seashells, igwa man nin mga arog kaini igdi. Ano daw talaga kun may perlas man kita mahanap igdi? Hahaha

 2. Unamed Fruit?

Sige daw. Ano ang ngaran kaini? Ta dae ko aram ni. Hahaha

 3. Oysters

Aram nindo na kadakol din igdi oysters na nadukot sa mga gapo? Kaya dapat din talaga ingat ka sa pag kapot sa mga gapo igdi ta matarom an shells ninda asin nakakalugad. Proven and tested na po yan.

4. Baby Hermit Crab

Did you know that when you heated the shell, the hermit crab cannot withstand a very hot temperature? It will crawl out of the shell, leave it and find another shell to be its new home.

Travel tips for this kind of adventure: 1. Use this kind of sandals kasi it really helps in maintaing balance while rock climbing and walking at rocky seashore.

2. For girls, di talaga advisable mag ganitong travel adventure pag red day mo kasi limited mga galaw mo at conscious and paranoid ka all the time. Wala rin cr dun. Nasa Caloco Beach ang may cr.

3. Bring food and water if you plan to stay at Pintados Cove for the day instead of Caloco Beach.

4. If you will be having side trip here, monitor the tide. If it is no longer low tide and the tide rises slowly. it is a sign to go back to Caloco Beach. You might get stranded there or have trouble going back if it is already high tide. 

5. Uphold the principles of ecotourism: