“The place to subsequent?” That’s the same old query we’ve after spending a day or two at Boracay’s White Seashore. And the same old reply is Puka Seashore or Puka Shell Seashore—because it was identified for the puka shells littering its shore earlier than Boracay turned well-known.
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| WATER, SAND, LIMESTONE, TREES AT PUKA BEACH |
It’s arguably the second most well-known seaside in Boracay—not counting Bulabog Seashore, after all—which is widespread by default because it’s the place the water actions are situated when the White Seashore is being battered by the Habagat Winds.
However I digress. Let’s head over to Puka Seashore, lets.
UNDERSTAND PUKA SHELL BEACH
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| THE FOREST GROWING ABOVE A LIMESTONE HILL IN PUKA BEACH IN BORACAY |
The seaside is known as after the puka shells that after litter its sand. The shell has a gap—which within the native vernacular is puka. And because of this gap, it turned a well-liked materials for equipment like necklaces and bracelets which might be bought to vacationers. These days, you’ll be able to hardly see any puka shells alongside the seaside.
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| SUNSET AT PUKA BEACH |
Puka Seashore is situated on the northern finish of Boracay Island and stretches for a few kilometer lengthy. On account of its location, you’ll be able to witness each dawn and sundown alongside its shore—dawn may be blocked a bit by low hills, nevertheless it’s there. Its sand is cream-colored and has a looser really feel. It’s not as nice as these in White Seashore, however it’s nice sufficient.
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| PUKA BEACH’S STRONG WAVES AND STEEP BEACH INCLINE |
The seaside has a steeper incline in comparison with most seashores in Boracay, care should be noticed, particularly when the waves are tough—and sure, the waves can get fairly robust in Puka Seashore.
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| CALM SEASON AT PUKA BEACH |
It’s normally a part of the island hopping excursions being provided on the island, however one may go there through the principle freeway. It’s fairly removed from the White Seashore space, so going there requires motorized transport. These can simply be hailed alongside the principle street. An e-trike fare prices ₱20.00 for single passenger or particular person, as they name it, and ₱150.00 for particular journeys—which suggests, you lease the entire tricycle.
There is just one inland strategy to entry Puka Seashore, and that’s through the Barangay Yapak Highway that connects to the tip of the Boracay Essential Highway.
WHAT TO SEE & DO IN PUKA SHELL BEACH
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| LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY AT PUKA BEACH |
The primary attraction of Puka Seashore is its seaside. Just like the southern half of Diniwid Seashore, there aren’t any institutions of any sort alongside it.
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| PUKA BEACH BEFORE THE *** BORACAY REHABILITATION |
Earlier than the 2018 Boracay Rehabilitation, there was once huts and mini cottages being rented out to vacationers alongside the shore, now there’s simply the ocean, the sand, and the craggy limestone hill that borders Puka. In lieu of the huts, enterprising locals now has much less intrusive hammocks alongside pockets of shades alongside the cliff, and these will be form of rented by buying juice drinks from them.
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| FOREIGN TOURIST AT PUKA BEACH |
The hottest space in Puka Seashore is, not surprisingly, the western portion (left aspect when going through the seaside) close to the entry street. Go additional west and the group thins out.
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| THE EASTERN END OF PUKA BEACH |
One other much less populated space in Puka Seashore will be discovered on its japanese aspect (proper aspect, when going through the seaside). Nonetheless, this seaside can solely be accessed throughout low tide. Throughout these occasions, a sandy pathway emerges from the water which permits vacationers to cross over to a small pocket seaside. Simply make sure to return to the principle seaside earlier than the tide goes again in.
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| THE WESTERN END OF PUKA BEACH |
There may be additionally, Pilac Seashore—which in line with Google Maps is a personal seaside. I’m truly uncertain if this may be accessed by foot from Puka Seashore throughout low tide, but when my reminiscence serves me proper, I believe it may truly be finished.
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| SKIM BOARDING AT PUKA BEACH |
As for water actions, the same old paddle boarding, skim boarding, crystal kayak photograph ops, and paraw sundown actions are additionally accessible in Puka Seashore, however that every one will depend on how tough the waves are.
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| THE ICONIC PUKA BEACH SIGN |
And for Instagrammers, don’t neglect to have your image taken on the country and ever-changing Puka Seashore signal close to its entrance.
WHERE TO EAT IN PUKA SHELL BEACH
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| PARAW BOATS AT PUKA BEACH |
I counsel that you just purchase meals earlier than going to Puka Seashore when you plan to remain lengthy. There aren’t any eating places or eateries alongside the entire stretch of Puka Seashore. The one meals you’ll get when on the seaside are from roaming distributors hawking home-cooked meals like fried lumpia (spring rolls) and the likes.
There are a number of eateries alongside the street resulting in Puka Seashore, however most of those are easy carinderias promoting rice meals. Ok for the likes of us, however most likely not for individuals used to consuming in costly eating places.
WHERE TO STAY IN PUKA SHELL BEACH
There aren’t any inns or resorts alongside Puka Seashore. In case you plan to remain in a single day, there are easy lodgings alongside the entry street. However even there, no large inns exists. There may be truly an enormous resort being constructed simply beside the seaside, nevertheless it has since been shut down—the skeleton of the constructing left in a derelict state.
Nonetheless, if for some purpose, you actually need to keep close to Puka Seashore, there are a number of large inns which might be nearer than most on the island.
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| ALTA VISTA DE BORACAY ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
ALTA VISTA DE BORACAY
Located one kilometer away from Puka Seashore, Alta Vista is the closest resort to Puka. It’s an inexpensive four-star lodging situated in-land—and because it doesn’t entrance a seaside, it makes up for it by having a large swimming pool. Rooms on the higher flooring even have a view of the ocean.
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| MOVENPICK RESORT & SPA BORACAY ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
MOVENPICK RESORT & SPA BORACAY
Situated 1.5 kilometers away from Puka Seashore, Movenpick is a sprawling five-star resort situated on the north-western aspect of Boracay Island. It’s a beachfront resort, fronting Punta Bunga Seashore.
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| CRIMSON RESORT & SPA BORACAY ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
CRIMSON RESORT & SPA BORACAY
Additionally situated in entrance of Punta Bunga Seashore, beside Movenpick, Crimson can also be rated as a five-star luxurious resort. It’s about two kilometers away from Puka Seashore.
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| HOTEL SOFFIA BORACAY ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
HOTEL SOFFIA BORACAY
Situated 1.6 kilometers away from Puka Seashore, Resort Soffia is a four-star in-land resort. It’s sports activities a Mediterranean-style structure, has a pool, and is located on a hilltop.
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| THE ORIENT BEACH BORACAY ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
THE ORIENT BEACH BORACAY RESORT
Orient Seashore is a relaxed three-star boutique resort situated on one of many residential areas in Boracay. It’s about 1.6 kilometers away from Puka Seashore they usually present shuttles for company.
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| OASIS RESORT & SPA BORACAY ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
OASIS RESORT & SPA
Located 1.4 kilometers from Puka Seashore, Oasis is a no-frills three-star resort situated on the north-eastern aspect of Boracay. It’s a stroll away from Ilig-iligan Seashore and might be the most cost effective large resort close to Puka.
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| KAAYA RESORT NORTH BORACAY ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
KAAYA RESORT NORTH BORACAY
Situated 1.6 kilometers away from Puka Seashore, Kaaya is a contemporary four-star resort fronting Ilig-iligan Seashore on the north-eastern aspect of Boracay.
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| SAVOY HOTEL BORACAY NEWCOAST ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
SAVOY HOTEL BORACAY NEWCOAST
Situated 2.7 kilometers away from Puka Seashore, Savoy is a four-star resort close to Ilig-iligan Seashore. The seven-storey lodging is situated contained in the Boracay Newcoast property. Complimentary shuttles are offered for company.
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| BELMONT HOTEL BORACAY ~ PHOTO FROM AGODA |
BELMONT HOTEL BORACAY
Additionally situated in Boracay Newcoast, Belmont is three kilometers away from Puka Seashore—the farthest from these featured right here. The posh four-star resort can also be close to Ilig-iligan Seashore and the well-known Cujo Gap. Complimentary shuttles are offered for company.
