Baler: Shores and Solitude
Surrounded by mountain ranges on one side and the sea on the other, Baler, Philippines is without a doubt a famous summer getaway in the country. The town is also an acclaimed surfing spot and a retreat town for those wanting to escape the bustling city life. Baler is several hours away from the country’s capital city, Manila, and is accessible by bus or private transportation.
Best Time to Visit
Baler, Philippines has a tropical climate overall. Half of the year it is sunny and hot, the other half is monsoon season with heavy rains and thunderstorms. However, as Baler is near the Sierra Madre mountain range, it is often protected from tropical storms and strong winds. It is ideal to visit the town during summer but may also be packed with budding tourists, both locals and foreigners alike. October to January may also be great months for you to come and visit as there will be less people and lower Baler, PH hotel prices. The townsfolk celebrate Aurora Day or Suman Festival during February.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Whether it is surfing or swimming you are after, you can do that at the Baler beaches such as Sabang Beach, Digisit Beach, and Cemento Beach. The Museo de Baler, Baler’s 400-year old Monument, and the Ermita Park will surely delight those who are eager to learn the Philippine and colonial Spanish history. The Ditumabo Mother Falls and the Dicasalarin Cove are also worth the visit especially if you love to admire nature’s wonders. At the end of a tiring day, have a comfortable sleep at charming hotels like the Playa Azul Baler, Cube Baler, and Endless Summer Hotel.
