Basdaku White Beach: Day Trips from Moalboal, Cebu

Moalboal Day Trip: Basdaku "White Beach", Cebu

17/8/2020

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The Philippines is known for its paradise white sand beaches, and gravity-defying coconut palm trees leaning towards the ocean. Can you find this type of white beach in Moalboal?

Yes you can, it’s called Basdaku Beach but is known locally as “White Beach”. Catchy name right?

During your stay in Moalboal, White Beach is a great day trip, as it’s no more than a 15 minute ride from anywhere within the municipality.

In a series of articles showing day trips from Moalboal, if topping up your tan on a white sand beach in the Philippines is on your bucket list, Moalboal Eco Lodge share all you need to know about Basdaku White Beach.

Visitor Information:
Entrance Fee: P5 or P10 per person
Parking Fee: P10 for scooter, P40 for cars
Toilets on site: Only in the beach resorts
Food/Drinks for sale: Yes there are a few local stalls, and a few beach resorts

Basdaku "White Beach", Moalboal, lovey soft sand and warm, tropical, aquamarine waters

The Philippines has a plethora of paradise white sand beaches, so you won’t be surprised to know there is one in Moalboal.

Basdaku Beach in Saavedra is known locally as White Beach, due to its kilometre-long stretch of white sand which leads into crystal clear turquoise waters. It’s a perfect place to come for a day trip.

From White Beach in Moalboal, you can look over the Tanon Strait to nearby Negros

View heading north of White Beach, Moalboal

Dotted along the beachfront are a few beach resorts, so some areas of White Beach are for private use only. If you have lunch at one of these resorts, you will be able to use their facilities, which includes their section of private beach.

There is also a public section for everyone to use, where you will find a few refreshment stalls.

Wherever you choose to spend your day on White Beach, bring your mask and snorkel, reef safe sun screen and you can stay until after the sun has set.

Speaking of sunset, the Philippines is famous for its colourful skies, and White Beach is one of my favourite places for a sundowner. It’s a wonderful place to watch the sky turn from yellow to orange, and there is somewhere along this stretch of White Beach to suit everyone's taste.

Sunset on White Beach, Moalboal

There are plenty of places to enjoy a sunset from White Beach, Moalboal

Towards the north you will find a few beach resorts where you can grab a cocktail and dinner. I have provided a few suggestions in a section below entitled "Where to eat on White Beach".

The south end is the public section which has a few beach tables, small stalls selling crisp, cold San Miguel beer, and is the best place for people watching.

Across the Tanon Strait you will see the island of Negros, and it is along this stretch of water you might be lucky to see dolphins playfully jumping out of the water. On a cloudy evening when watching sunset, we saw a pod of around 50 dolphins, and were able to watch them for about 10 minutes.

The public end of White Beach, Moalboal, has a few tables to sit and enjoy a cold beer

The public end of White Beach, Moalboal has a few stalls for you to buy refreshments and snacks

Sit down as the sun is setting, and enjoy the feeling of sand between your toes

A fisherman takes out his banka boat at sunset from White Beach, Moalboal

There are very few shady areas along White Beach, so if you prefer to stay out of the sun, bring a large umbrella, or beach tent. An alternative is to head towards Club Serena, buy lunch and drinks here, and you can use the resort’s cabana on their private section of beach. One day we took our hammocks to the beach, and hung them up inside the cabana, it definitely added more of a relaxing feel to our trip.

A minute's walk north from Club Serena, is a lovely tree with a tyre swing. This section of beach is perfect for capturing a photo for Instagram , especially if there is a small fishing boat on the sand.

If you are planning to propose to your significant other on your visit to the Philippines, speak to your accommodation who will be able to offer suggestions. Guests staying at Moalboal Eco Lodge arranged a surprise engagement at Club Serena, who were more than happy to help plan the event.

The shady cabana outside Club Serena on White Beach, Moalboal

A minute's walk from Club Serena is a lovely tree and tyre swing

Looking north up White Beach, Moalboal from the tyre swing

White Beach, Moalboal looks so pretty with a couple of small fishing boats in the sand

Please note that a couple of areas at the public section of White Beach have broken coral. If you are here for sunset, the sand is more of a golden colour than white.

Note: Take only photos, leave only footprints; please dispose of your trash in a designated bin or take it away with you. Be a responsible tourist, and don’t leave your litter on the beach as it will end up in the ocean.

Smokers: Never bury your cigarette but in the sand, please take your cigarette butts away with you, or dispose of them in the bin. Cigarettes are one of the main causes of ocean pollution, and are mistaken as food. They do not biodegrade and are harmful to animals. Moalboal Eco Lodge have portable ash trays for your use when visiting beaches.

White Beach, Moalboal is a gold colour during the golden sunset hour

Looking north of White Beach at sunset, when the sand looks a golden colour

Looking South of White Beach, Moalboal, where a few refreshment stalls line the beachfront

Where to eat on White Beach

If you fancy a cocktail or delicious dinner when you visit White Beach, the following places are for you. I will list them in order, from the public parking area heading north. If you don’t want to hang out on the public section of White Beach, head directly to the resort of your choice where you can park for free and enjoy your day/evening.

Ravenala Resort – Serve a great fish n chips
Club Serena Resort – Our go-to place whenever we are here for a special occasion. A good range of food, their lemon chicken is my current favourite
Hale Manna – We spent Christmas Day here, it’s a lovely relaxing place
Blue Orchid Dive Resort – At the very north of the beach, this resort has a beautiful tidal rock formation known locally as 'mag payong' (umbrella stones). It makes for a different and interesting sunset.

Ravenala Resort is a good place to come for lunch when visiting White Beach, Moalboal

Halle Manna - where we visited Christmas Day

Christmas Day on White Beach

Sunset from Blue Orchid Dive Resort on the north of White Beach, Moalboal

When is the best time to visit White Beach?
You can visit White Beach any time of day and it’s enjoyable. The public end of White Beach is very crowded at the weekend, and is a place where families socialise and have fun. If you prefer your beaches quieter and less crowded, either walk further north of the beach, or choose another day.

How to get to Baskdaku White Beach
Baskadu White Beach is in Saavedra, and it’s really easy to reach. Ask your accommodation for directions to “White Beach”, or they can arrange a trike to take you there.

Tip: Download Google Offline Map for the area, and type in "White Beach" which will navigate you to your destination.

Moalboal Eco Lodge - the perfect place to stay to be close to amenities but with physical distancing

Where to stay in Moalboal
When visiting Moalboal, Moalboal Eco Lodge is the perfect place to stay. Located in the middle of a peaceful field, it’s close enough to amenities, but far away so you can have a good night’s sleep. There is plenty of space to observe physical distancing at the Eco Lodge. Please read our COVID-19 Care page for more information regarding your safety.

Nestled in amongst palm trees, bamboo and coconut trees, Moalboal Eco Lodge have Bamboo Nipa Huts suitable for solo travellers, couples and friends. We have two private rooms and a spacious 4-bed dormitory, a breakfast area, and a beautiful hammock/yoga/sunset deck. Bicycles are for hire if you wish to slow travel in the most environmentally friendly way, or you can rent a scooter. Take a look at our rooms!

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