Buntod Reef Marine Sanctuary — Attraction in Masbate

This is truly a Philippine version of Maldives.

This place offers various water activities such as snorkeling, diving, water bike and etc. We rented snorkel gears for 100 php good for 2 hours and tried the to snorkel along the Mangrove trees and we have seen fishes, corals and how clear the water is. We also wanted to try to ride on kayak boats because the boats were made of transparent material to be able to see the water below but sadly we don’t have enough time. There are parts in the beach that is very rocky, so be careful on every step specially if you’re on foot. The cottage we used is so nice because of its location. It is above the water and you can see the whole place. Looking forward on going back here ☺️

My tips by going here is to check the time of low tides and high tides, because by the time that we've been there, were not lucky to witness the sandbar. So what i did is to check it on google to imagine the view lol and my last tip is to bring water proof cameras or waterproof phone pouch it is very handy and a...

Just a stone's throw away from the City of Masbate, you'll find this natural attraction that is known for its pristine sand, crystal-clear waters and a rich biodiversity of marine life. A few meters from its sandy shore, you can snorkel or scuba dive and you'll be surprised to see a healthy clutch of giant clams or taklobo (Tridacna gigas) and living corals or anthozoans and cnidarians (Acropora spp.).

Designated as an eco-tourism site, it has become a popular destination for day trip tourists and visitors esp those who advocate sustainable tourism and environmental stewardship.

Buntod Reef Sanctuary is an ideal site to promote marine and fisheries conservation awareness, and to showcase sustainable livelihood interventions like ecotourism.

The minimal development of the area is through the initiative of LGU-Masbate City, while operation and maintenance of the site is handled by a fisherfolk association, the SAMAPUSI (Samahan ng Mga Mangingisda ng Puro at Sinalikway).

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