Expenses
Here is a breakdown of my expenses during my short weekend getaway to Bolinao:
Everything is in Philippine Peso
462 - Cubao to Bolinao bus fare one way
459 - Bolinao to Cubao bus fare one way
420 - Food and Drinks
700 - Tour around Bolinao (I split the payment with my friend)
780 - Accommodation (Shared with a friend)
150 - Enchanted Cave fee
70 - Rock View fee
50 - Bolinao Falls fee
20 - Parking fee for tricycle
3,111 - Total
You could easily go well below my expenses on your trip as there are plenty of cheaper accommodations and food in Bolinao. It is a very popular weekend and summer destination so it's not difficult to get cheaper everything.
Itinerary
Day 1
Departure to Bolinao
Bolinao Lighthouse
Rock Formations
Beach bum in Patar
Day 2
Enchanted Cave
Bolinao Falls
St. James Church
Departure to Cubao
It was a short weekend getaway, but fun nonetheless. You can switch up the places to fit your schedule. What you do and how long you stay will depend on what time you arrive as the bus ride takes around 7 hours one way.
How to Get to Bolinao
There are several buses from Cubao or Pasay to Bolinao or Alaminos, you have the option to ride a non-air con bus (the cheaper option) or air con bus for the trip.
