NATURAL ATTRACTIONS
Great
Sta. Cruz Island
Known for its pinkish sand beach which gets its unique hue from the
washed-up coral bits from the bottom of the sea. On the island is a
fishing village, a lagoon, and an old Muslim burial ground. Here, there is
extensive and varied underwater life. Coral heads and rocks support a wide
array of tropical fish. The place is ideal for swimming, skin/scuba
diving, beachcombing, and sunbathing. Facilities available on the island
are dressing rooms, toilets, picnic shed and cooking areas only. Being a
coral island, drinking water is not readily available. As such, swimmers
are advised to bring along with them a supply of drinking water and food.
Swimmers are also advised to wear canvas or plastic slippers/shoes to
protect their feet from small rocks and coral shards.
Zamboanga Beach Park
| Distance: | 6.5 kilometers west from the city proper |
| Transport mode: | Cars, jeepneys and tricycles bound for Upper Calarian |
| Facilities: | Picnic sheds, shower rooms, eateries, picnic grills, children's playground, bancas for rent |
La Vista del Mar Resort
| Distance: | 7 kilometers west from the city proper |
| Transport mode: | Cars, jeepneys and tricycles bound for Calarian or Sinunuc |
| Facilities: | See accommodations |
Bolong Beach
| Distance: | 32 kilometers east from the city proper |
| Transport mode: | Cars, jeepneys and mini-buses |
| Facilities: | Room accommodation, picnic sheds and shower rooms |