If you are looking for an impressive yet inexpensive beach site near Metro Manila, Manuel Uy is one of the best places to be in. Found in the laid-back town of Calatagan, Batangas, it is a favorite among backpackers and weekenders. This resort is a 3-hours drive from Manila. Plan your trip carefully and early as it is often crowded during weekends, long holidays, and summer seasons.

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Entrance Fee:  

P50 Day Tour or P100 overnight

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How to get there:

From Manila (Pasay City), take a bus bound for Calatagan, Batangas or you can opt for a commuter van parked at the basement of Metropoint Mall in Taft Pasay. Rate is P150-180. Alight at the bus terminal in Calatagan town proper, and take a tricycle heading to Manuel Uy beach resort. The tricycle ride usually cost around P200 (good for 4 pax).