The Hundred Islands National Park is a national park
in the Republic of the Philippines. The protected
area is located in the city of Alaminos, in the province of Pangasinan
in northern Philippines. The islands, totaling 124 at low
tide and 123 at high tide, are scattered in Lingayen Gulf
covering an area of 16.76 square kilometres (6.47 sq mi). Only three
of them have been developed for tourism: Governor Island, Quezon Island, and
Children's Island. The Lucap wharf in Alaminos, the entrance to the National
Park, is about 240 kilometres (150 mi) north of Manila, the
capital of the Philippines.
Hundred Islands is the one of the famous
islands in the province of Pangasinan. There are more people visiting in there
Islands because of the fresh air, and beautiful surroundings.
A trip to Hundred
Islands National Park and its home, Alaminos City, is a great
diversion from the hustle and bustle of the busy, urban life. Breathe in the
refreshing views rice paddies, azure sea and the rustic and peaceful lifestyle
as you make your way to Alaminos City. And upon arrival, savor the city's
unique and dynamic spirit, friendly atmosphere and especially, the beauty and
adventure that lies in the hundred wonders that is Hundred Islands.
Public bus lines, namely Victory Liner,
Five Star, and Philippine Rabbit have scheduled rides from Manila, Baguio,
Dagupan, Subic, Tarlac, and Zambales bound straight to Alaminos City and vice
versa.
From the terminal, either by private
vehicle or tricycle, the Lucap Wharf is only a 10 to 15-minute ride away. You
can find boats bound for the islands docked near the Wharf, with the Hundred
Islands National Park Center staff eager to assist you with information and
other things you'll need for your island adventure. The nearest islands from
the Lucap Wharf are Sulpot Island, Monkey Island, Abad Santos Island and
Hernandez Island, which are all 15 to 20 minutes away. The major islands,
Children's, Governor's and Quezon can be reached after a 25 to
45-minute boat ride.
