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Puerto Galera
Puerto Galera sits on the northern coast of Mindoro, where the Verde Island Passage drops into some of the richest reef diving in the Philippines. Known as the country's diving capital, its waters hold hundreds of coral and reef fish species alongside the laid-back beach towns of Sabang, White Beach and the quieter Muelle Bay, a UNESCO-protected harbour.
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Frequently asked questions about Puerto Galera
How do I get to Puerto Galera?
There is no airport in Puerto Galera itself: travellers fly into Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), then travel overland to Batangas Port before taking a ferry across to Puerto Galera, a journey that typically takes ~4 to 6 hours door to door. Fast ferries and RORO boats run the final leg from Batangas to landings such as Balatero or Sabang.
How many days should I spend in Puerto Galera?
Plan on ~3 to 5 days: enough time for a couple of dive days on the reefs, a Verde Island excursion, and a day or two relaxing on White Beach.
What is Puerto Galera known for?
Puerto Galera sits on the northern coast of Mindoro, where the Verde Island Passage drops into some of the richest reef diving in the Philippines. Known as the country's diving capital, its waters hold hundreds of coral and reef fish species alongside the laid-back beach towns of Sabang, White Beach and the quieter Muelle Bay, a UNESCO-protected harbour.