Knot Stranded Getaways
3 hr

Subic and Zambales

About 3 hr by car from Manila

A former naval base turned free port, with beaches, coves and camping islands nearby.

Why locals go

Beach camping and coves to the north.

Visiting Manila?

At 3 hr by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Manila for your flight home.

What to book

  • Anawangin Cove camping
  • Ocean Adventure marine park
  • Zipline at Subic

Where to stay

One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:

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Date ideas

For two

  • Beach resort in Subic
  • Sunset at Anawangin Cove

With friends

  • Cove camping trip
  • Zipline and kayak

When to go

November to May.