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We had made plans to travel to Boracay for a birthday vacation getaway in 2020, but we were forced to cancel our trip one week before our scheduled departure date due to a COVID-19 lockdown, which made it unsafe to travel to another location in the meantime. Despite having to rebook our plane ticket five times, our vacation getaway is finally taking place after two years of planning. This was our first airplane ride together since we had been in a relationship, so we were both extremely excited. We stayed in Boracay for four days and three nights, and had a great time. We don't have a set itinerary because we want to take it easy and simply ask locals for recommendations on what to do.
Boracay's northernmost beach, Puka Shell Beach, is a shell-filled paradise lining with 800 meters and coconut trees. The beach is also known as Yapak Beach by the locals. It was renamed Puka Shell Beach because of the abundance of little "puka" shells in mixed with the white sand. The water in the area is cyrstal clear and pollution-free. The water level of the area quickly gets deep plus in some times it has a strong winds in the area making a current strong which makes dangerous for swimming.
We went to Puka Beach twice: once while island hopping, but unfortunately there were a lot of people there because it was a Sunday, and once while taking a land trip with an e trike.
Costs:
Island Hopping - 600 pesos or $12 per person
Land Trip via E Trike fare - 150 pesos or $3 per person
For directions, please check here: Puka Shell Beach
15–20 minutes by boat from Station 1, Boracay.
I had my hair braided because this is a popular one in Boracay giving you island vibes.
On our second day in Boracay, we decided to participate in the popular water activity known as Island Hopping. The first stop was Puka Shell Beach, where we only stayed for about 30 minutes. Because it was the weekend, there were a lot of people. The waves and winds are ferocious. Because we only had a limited amount of time, we decided to go the next day because there were only a few people there because it was a weekday. The beach has fine sands and clear water. You can also rent a crystal kayak, but the waves are too strong at that time.
Because the sun is so harsh, it is prudent to bring and apply sunscreen on a regular basis. We were blown away by the place's natural restoration. No hotels have been built in the area to preserve its appearance.
We took an e-trike from the main highway up to Puka Shell Beach from our hotel, Feliz, which is just a one-minute walk from Station 2. A good thing for the environment is that Boracay is using the E-Trike to reduce pollution.
Because there are no hotels in the immediate vicinity, you can relax under the shade of the tall coconut trees. Several types of food are sold by locals just before the beach's main entry gate. Locals will provide you with a free "banig," or mat, to sit on if you purchase any beverages from them. You can take advantage of the location by having a picnic with your loved ones or by yourself. It is made even more pleasant by the sea breeze, bright sunshine, and fresh air.
Look at the beautiful sand and the clear water; you'll never regret for coming here because it will exceed your expectations. A wonderful place for relaxation, with no entrance fee!
You'll never get tired of its beauty; it's like having your own private island to yourself. We will undoubtedly return to this wonderful location.
The location is ideal for a visit when there are few people to enjoy the scenic beauty of it all, from the beach to the trees. The only activities available are relaxation, swimming, and kayaking.
The locals also construct a large Puka sign as well as a couple of cairns, which are piles of stones built by humans and which you can photograph. You can leave them a tip if you want.
A sand castle was also built by the locals. Before, it was well-known and produced in the main land of Boracay (Station 1-3), but they were unable to restore the sand due to a lack of resources. We are overjoyed that we were able to locate one here in Puka Beach and take a photograph of it. We gave a small tip to the locals because it has never been an easy decision to make.
Our journey may have come to an end, but it will live on in our hearts forever. We have included the Puka Beach in our list of favorite beaches that we have visited. Visit this paradise while you are in Boracay; it will provide you with a promising display of natural beauty. Thankfully, things are returning to normal, and we are now able to travel in the same manner as we did prior to the pandemic. We look forward to more trips to us this year!
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