Why Sorsogon is Now a Top Tourist Destination?

Subic "Pink" Beach Matnog Sorsogon

When visiting Bicol, one should never forget setting foot at Sorsogon. This province has so many natural wonders to offer to its tourists. The unspoiled beaches, picture-perfect landscape, and the famous whale shark interaction are just some of the things you can find in this magnificent place. 

Discover the Pristine Beaches of Sorsogon

Why go anywhere else when you can also feast your eyes on the beautiful beaches of Sorsogon? Unlike the commercialized beaches of Boracay, the beaches of the province give you deep blue waters and unspoiled surroundings. Nature at its very best is the main reason why Sorsogon is one of the top Bicol destinations today. There is no better way to spend your summer than by heading to the famous beaches of the province. Among the top 10 places that are worth your visit include the Dancalan Beach, Rizal Beach, Paguriran Island, Tolong-Gapo Beach, and the Libanon Beach. All these take pride in their unspoiled beaches and world-class beauty. Luxurious accommodation can’t be found here but your basic needs such as accommodation are catered. 

These beaches are the very reason why tourist arrivals continue to rise in the province. So if you are already fed up with your usual beach destination, you should put Sorsogon on your top destination.  The province has awesome places to visit and offers wonderful experiences for local and foreign tourists. 

Apart from its enthralling beaches, Sorsogon has other destinations and adventures to offer. The Mt. Bulusan Natural Park is perfect for your eco-tourism getaway. The nature park has adventure walks that allow you to appreciate the green and lush landscape of the forests. This also paves way to you feasting on the mountain lake in the midst of the forested volcano slopes.  This is definitely the ultimate dream of every nature lover once they behold the wondrous nature of the province.

Other top destinations in Sorsogon:

•Lola Sayong’s Surf Camp in Gubat

•Tropical Hot Spring Paradise in Irosin 

•Subic “Pink” Beach in Matnog

•Juag Lagoon Marine Sanctuary in Matnog

Complete Adventure for Tourists

Since Sorsogon is rich in beaches, exciting adventures and activities are also offered. Scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing, island-hopping, and swimming are the activities that will make your vacation a lot worthwhile. Island-hopping to the different islands of Matnog features pink sand beaches and underwater caves. And of course, the world-renowned Whale Shark Interaction in Donsol is still the number one hit when visiting the province. After all, Sorsogon is dubbed as the Whale Shark Capital of the World so this adventure is one thing you should never forget. 

Visiting Sorsogon also includes taking a glimpse of its rich culture and heritage. You can pay a visit to its century-old Spanish churches, old houses, monuments, shipyard ports and other historical places. 

Enjoy Local Festivals and Sumptuous Cuisine

When visiting during the month of October, you can also take part in the Kasanggayahan Festival of Sorsogon City. This features the famous Pantomina sa Tinampo or the love-dance in the streets. Meanwhile, the Pili Festival is held every month of June that pays homage to the many uses of the pili tree. 

Sorsoganons are also proud of their sumptuous cuisine like the very famous Bicol Express. Other Sorsogon specialties also include boiled crabs and lobsters, raw fish fillets soaked in vinegar and chili and a lot more. 

Are these enough to entice your interest? Pack your bags now and head to Sorsogon to have the most wonderful vacation. The top 10 tourist spot in Sorsogon will surely give you a unique but exciting and memorable experience.

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