Caramoan is only an hour flight away from Manila, yet despite its close proximity, it is a bit of an unknown destination. I recently spent several days in Caramoan at Tugawe Cove Resort. The island hopping in Caramoan was comparable to that of El Nido. The best part about Caramoan is you get all the natural beauty without the crowds of El Nido or Coron. Dramatic jagged cliffs and epic lagoons made this an incredible day of island hopping. The highlight was definitely the hidden freshwater Tayak Lake. These are my favorite Caramoan Island photos from my adventures.
Additional Photos by Dan Moore and Nic Morley

Katanawan Island

How all lunches should be

Caramoan Island Hopping lunch!

Tayak Lake

The dock at Tugawe Cove Resort

Cliff jumping near Tugawe Cove Resort

Reef for days

Sunset from Tugawe Cove Resort

Tugawe Cove Resort infinity pool

Yewww! Sending it from Matukad Island

Always got to take it to the next level

The best swing ever?

Are we in El Nido or Caramoan

Crystal clear swims

Island hopping with the boys

The hidden lake of Caramoan

Flying the drone while waist deep in crystal clear water. Not bad.
ME
Sunday 10th of June 2018
Wow, you inspire us to visit more islands. So much to see yet so little time. Planning to visit back in December. Would like to hear recommendations for place to stay and any tour contact. We’re at a toss between Coron/El Nido and Camaroan.
Bart Reyes
Monday 30th of April 2018
So alluring, breath-taking photos. Thank you
Louie Patriarca
Monday 23rd of April 2018
This is a very nice blog. I love your photos they were really good! Thank you for visiting my hometown.