SIRUMA, CAMARINES SUR, PHILIPPINES

Siruma, a town located on the eastern coast of Camarines Sur in the Philippines, provides an unparalleled sense of deep relaxation whether you're gazing from the mountaintop or walking along the shoreline.

Siruma, along with Lagonoy, Garchitorena, and Caramoan, is one of the four leading municipalities in Camarines Sur set to be developed into paradises and top tourist spots on the Western Pacific Ocean side.

The lush landscapes, picturesque views, secluded beaches, and dense forests and farms make Siruma distinctive and more welcoming than well-known destinations.

Currently, tourism development in this town falls short compared to other top destinations in terms of tourism products and services. However, substantial effort and commitment will be necessary to transform it into a prominent destination in the Philippines and worldwide.

This town is ideal if you're passionate about exploring new destinations and highlighting hidden gems where the experience goes beyond typical tourism. Think about adding it to your bucket list for these reasons:

The place is unpopular and known only to a few, but it offers plenty of cool things.

1. People are already coming here, but the chance to find yourself almost owning the resort is highly probable.

2. The unspoiled natural landscape of the mountains, shorelines, and beach sides.

3. Semi-secluded but reachable and accessible.

4. It is a small town with tourist-friendly residents.

5. Motor riders for hire can bring you to the places you want to explore.

Attractions

1. White and beige sand beaches

2. Serene and pristine islands to visit

3. Aquamarine color ocean water

4. Mountain top viewing deck

Where To Go

1. Siruma Viewing Deck

2. Tandoc Viewing Deck

3. Botawanan Island

4. Naval De San Andres

5. Durokoy Island

   
   

Siruma Viewing Deck

The window of Siruma perfectly illustrates this concept as it offers visitors a view of the town's natural panoramic scenery. Situated along the roadside before entering the city proper, it entices new visitors to pause and enjoy the view, capturing memories with their cameras. The blend of the blue, mirror-like ocean and bay waters, the lush forest and coconut plantations, and the vibrant mountain landscape contribute to the unique allure of lesser-known towns like Siruma. Indeed, this is a snapshot of Siruma town in the Philippines.

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Tandoc Viewing Point

Tandoc Viewing Point is just as stunning as Siruma Viewing, but it is situated in barangay Tandoc, overlooking the vast waters of the Pacific Ocean. To reach the summit, visitors must put in some effort by ascending hundreds of steps under the open sky, surrounded by lush greenery. Although the climb can be exhausting, reaching the top and gazing at the ocean and the peninsular mountaintops make all the effort worthwhile.

Naval De San Andres

At the Naval De San Andres, retreating for a few steps back to the old and modest lifestyle is still possible in a place that keeps you away from the city's toxins to a rank of pristine and natural serenity.

As the light fades and the dark of night starts covering the entire place, you will get fascinated by the different sounds in the forest during the dark period. The twitting insects, the whistles, cries, and songs of the nocturnal animals will give extra chills and fascination.

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Botawanan Island

Regarded as a major tourist attraction in the province, it is expected to become a popular destination due to its distinct character and position overlooking the Pacific Ocean. With its fine sandy beaches, mature forest trees and coconut palms blanketing the area, visitors can seek refuge from the harsh sunlight under the natural shade.

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BOTAWANAN ISLAND (underratedadventures.com)

Durokoy Island

Are you dreaming of being cast away but fear isolation? Durokoy Island is the ideal spot for you. This small island is just a 20-minute journey from the mainland, north of Salvacion, Siruma, Camarines Sur, and midway to Botawanan Island.

Up to 50 individuals can camp on this island for a full day, overnight, or several days.

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DUROKOY ISLAND, CAMARINES SUR, PHILIPPINES (underratedadventures.com)

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Activities To Enjoy

1. Swimming

2. Island Hopping

3. Mountain Hiking

4. Sightseeing

Facilities Available

1. Beach Resorts with Accommodation Facilities

2. Boats for Rent

Accessibility (Transportation & Communication)

1. Siruma is accessible through Naga – Siruma Road in concrete condition. Two-hour drive with a distance of 75 Km.

2. Good road condition from the town proper to different barangays’ main points.

3. From the town proper, minor points (adventure and exploring areas) are accessible via motorcycle.

4. Mainland Shoreline Points: Some are accessible by boats or motorbikes, but some can be accessed only by ships or motorbikes.

5. There are areas with low to no mobile phone and internet signals, but there are also points with excellent signal reception.

How To Get Here

1. From Manila, book a flight to Naga Airport in Pili, Camarines Sur, or a bus to Naga City.

2. Arrange with the hotel you booked in Siruma about the pick-up service from the airport or bus terminal to Siruma. Currently, there is only one bus and one trip daily from Naga City to Siruma, the Raymond Bus Company. This is inconvenient, and traveling via public bus could be a terrible experience.

3. With only one regular passenger trip from and to Naga City

4. No van transportation is operating from and to Naga City.

5. If you intend to visit places other than the hotel you are staying in, you need to arrange with the local motorbike riders to bring and assist you.

What to Expect

1. Accommodation facilities are available at the resorts, scattered in different places. Each resort manages its accommodation facilities.

2. No Hotel in the town proper

3. No 5-star rate hotel operating – only standard.

4. No classy restaurant or dine-in is available, except at the resort or hotel.

5. Scenic sights await the guests along the way during the trip.

6. The distance is only 75 Km from Naga City, but it prepares for a 2-hour mountain drive.

7. When you enter the Tinambac-Siruma road from Barangay San Vicente, there are no available restrooms for the ladies along the way and no big grocery store or supermarket.

8. Only one meal stop is available along the way, and it’s already closer to the town proper.

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What to Bring

On your way to Siruma:

1. In addition to your personal belongings (clothes and others), you need to buy snacks and drinks in the town proper or in Barangay San Vicente to prevent thirst and hunger in case of an unexpected occurrence.

For island hopping

1. Bring your packed lunch if you intend to hop for the whole day or snacks if not.

2. Bringing enough bottled water and other drinks is a must.

3. Wear shorts and slippers only

4. Do not forget the Camera

5. Wear at least a sombrero if you don’t apply sunblock to keep your face from burning under the sun.

6. Wear long-sleeve shirts to protect your body from the sun

7. Bring extra clothes if you intend to swim on the islands you visit.