Location: Dimasalang, Masbate
How to go?
From Masbate Fish Port, ride a van going to Dimasalang and ask the driver to drop you off at the Pier going to Porta Vega. From the high way, just walk for around 500m and you will reach the Pier and find a boat that will bring you to Deagan and Porta Vega. For a group of less than 5 persons, you can fit in a small motorized boat and will reach Deagan in 15 minutes. From here, it will take you another 15 minutes or less to reach Porta Vega.
What to do?
Deagan Island is just across the Pier. There is a little community in this island. Based on what I read on the net, this place was owned by the Marcos’. When I asked our boatman, he said that yes but only a part of it but not the whole island. Dip your sweating body and be refreshed. While crossing Deagan to Porta Vega, we noticed a good sight for snorkeling but due to high expectations in Porta Vega, we just ignore it and proceed to Porta Vega.
Porta Vega is famous for the Dwarf Coconut Trees and a cute chapel at the middle. Cottages and comfort rooms are available but there are no restaurants or stores so you need to bring supplies before crossing the island. Sand is almost fine but still not yet the same as Boracay or Calaguas. During weekends, many people visit this island to escape the city’s hustle and bustle. You may bring your tents and stay there overnight.
Budget (as of this writing):
P100.00/head Van from Masbate Fish Port – Dimasalang
P600.00 good for 3 persons Boat rental Dimasalang Port – Deagan Island – Porta Vega – Dimasalang Port
P100.00/head Entrance fee in Porta Vega
P300.00 Cottage rental
P100.00/head Van from Dimasalang – Masbate Fish Port
Evidence:
i need to reminisce 