Luzon

Puerto Galera

Oriental Mindoro · Philippines

A beach and diving destination on Mindoro's north coast, part of a UNESCO-listed biosphere reserve, popular for its reefs and easy access from Batangas by ferry.

Places to visit

White Beach

The liveliest beach, with a wide strip of sand, water sports, and a busy nightlife scene.

Sabang Beach

The dive hub, fronting many of the area's dive shops and reef sites.

Things to do

Scuba diving

Puerto Galera's waters hold coral gardens, drop-offs, and drift sites within a protected marine area.

Tamaraw Falls

A roadside waterfall cascading into pools on the way inland, an easy stop between beaches.

Local tips

Getting here

Take a bus to Batangas Pier, then a short banca or ferry crossing to Puerto Galera.

Calmer seas

Conditions are best in the dry season; the crossing can be rough during stormy weather.