2025 San Marcelino Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

The thrill began after negotiating our tricycle fee to Barangay Buhawen. While traveling, Mt. Bagang suddenly popped up when we reached the dike at Sto. Tomas River and the famous Mt. Pimmayong of Sta. Fe to the north. The road has seen a lot of improvement since the year 2016 when construction started. We stopped on a spot overlooking a portion of Mt. Cawag Kuha kayo ng tour package sa facebook marami naman nag ooffer. make sure na legit sila. bitin ang isang araw . #celebratewithtrip #spooktaculartrip #tripblazers #fallingforfall #mytripvlog #zambales #philippinestrip #mapanuepelake #enjoylifetothefullest

Getting There - New Zealand of Zambales ⛰️✨ Lake Mapanuepe 🏞️ 📍 Brgy. Aglao • San Marcelino, Zambales All weekends of the month sat-sun for joiner tour Exclusive group, any date & any pick up point within Manila no addtl charge. Book with us now! Hurry! Aundray Meinhard Travel & Tours Gala Eyranians Tirona Jake Attractions - check mo na lang ibang picture pati sa baba Hotels - camping tent Food & Restaurants - kasama na sa tour package Shopping - wala #tripblazers #bucketlistreboot #mytripvlog #tripdotcom #zambales #mapanuepelake #philippines #morningcalm #enjoylifetothefullest #campingglamping #campingwithstrangers

Getting There - San Marcelino, Zambales is approximately four and a half travel by bus and another forty-five minutes tricycle from Marcelino town to Barangay Aglao or Buhawen. Victory Liner buses ply to Zambales and they have several terminals in Manila. You can also take Saulog Transit bound to Olongapo City then take a Victory Liner bound for Iba or Sta. Cruz, Zambales. Another option when already in Olongapo City, you can take a mini-bus bound for Iba or Sta. Cruz or a blue jeepney with a yellow top bound for San Marcelino, Zambales. Attractions - breathing taking fog in the morning from above. basta hahaha Hotels - camping tent Food & Restaurants - Shopping - #tripblazers #bucketlistreboot #mytripvlog #campingglamping #tripdotcom

Mapanuepe Lake is a freshwater lake located in the province of Zambales in the Philippines. The lake was created after the cataclysmic eruption of Mount Pinatubo in 1991. Myriad stories of supernaturalism spread about this lake in Zambales. 'Mermaid' is said to be lurking in its waters as well as 'Kapre' on a tree close to the lake's shore. Deaths due to drowning were claimed to have been done by the mythical creatures. But these stories didn't prevent us from visiting Mapananepe Lake. 1. Address - Mapanuepe Lake , San Marcelino, Zambales, Philippines Highlights - Morning Calm Nature Rating - punta ka ikaw na mag rate #tripblazers #bucketlistreboot #mytripvlog #campingglamping #tripdotcom #campingwithstrangers

The Lake That Rose from a Volcano 😱🌋 Tired of the usual weekend spots? Grab your squad and head to Mapanuepe Lake in San Marcelino, Zambales — where nature hits different. 😍 Think Baguio vibes + Palawan views + spooky sunken church tower 👀⛪️… all in one secret spot! 💡What’s the Hype? Mapanuepe is not your average lake. It was created after Mt. Pinatubo erupted in '91! Yup, this whole place was once a town — now peacefully underwater. Kinda eerie, but crazy cool 😮💨 📸 Imagine this: ✔️ A chill lake surrounded by mountains ✔️ Sea of clouds in the morning ☁️ ✔️ Bonfires and starry skies at night ✨ ✔️ AND a haunted-looking church steeple sticking out of the water?! 💀⛪️ Insta-perfect. 🗺️ How to Get There 🚍 From Manila, ride a bus to San Marcelino, Zambales (3–4 hrs) 🛵 Then take a trike to Brgy. Aglao, and you’re almost there! 🚙 Got a car? Even better. Just make sure it’s ready for a bit of off-roading (4x4 if possible!). 🏕️ Camp Vibes = 10/10 Mapanuepe is the ultimate unplug getaway. No signal, no noise, just good vibes. ✅ Entrance fee: ~₱600 ✅ Tent pitching by the lake ✅ Comfort rooms ✔️ ✅ BYO food, power banks & chill playlists 🎧🔥 ⚠️ Pro Tips ❄️ It gets cold at night — bring a jacket 💧 No stores nearby, pack enough food & water 🚫 No signal = no TikTok live, so film then post later 😉 ♻️ Clean as you go — leave no trace! 🧭 Why It’s Worth It Mapanuepe is one of those places that makes you say: “Did that really happen?” 🤯 Perfect for barkada bonding, soul-searching trips, and photo dumps that actually hit. So what are you waiting for? Mapanuepe’s calling. Pack your tent, power bank, and main character energy — and let’s goooo! 🏕️🎒📸 #MapanuepeLake #HiddenGemPH #ZambalesAdventure #CampingVibes #VolcanoMadeThis

Mapanuepe Lake, Zambales, Philippines. perfect for picnic

Getting There - Get a tour package, sa Facebook marami - subukan kay Gala Eyranian. May mount pulag etc sila. San Marcelino Zambales, Philippines Attractions - Lake, Mountain , campers, morning calm Hotels - tent lang dalawa sa isang tent Food & Restaurants - sagot na ng travel agency Shopping - #passionpassport #staycation #gooutside #lakeside #morningwalk #morningcalm #morningcoffee #mytripvlog #mytravelbucketlist #campingglamping #campingwithfriends #campingwithstrangers #campinginthewild #relaxation #campandrelax #riverside #riverwonders #mountaingetaway #keepsafeeveryone

Dubbed as New Zealand of the Philippines, Mapanuepe Lake is located in a quiet town of San Marcelino in Zambales. The lake was created after the cataclysmic eruption of Mount Pinatubo in 1991 where two rivers in Mapanuepe Valley were blocked by the molten lava and lahar flow. What remained of the then thriving town in the valley is a is the peaceful and blue colored lake. The entire town is now submerged in water, with only the steeple of Bojaoen church, serving as the sole reminder of the town. This quiet and peaceful lake, with tall pine trees and lush green, is ideal for picnics and camping. You can also opt to take a Banca ride in the placid waters. Adding to the mystic, it is also said that this freshwater lake associated with a myriad of supernaturalism, from stories of mermaids said to be lurking in the lake, to other mystical creatures. #urbanexplorer #naturalwonders #nature #picnics #camping #campingglamping #philippines

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