Lagoons at Magpopongko Beach Resort

Lagoons at Magpopongko Beach Resort 

Magpopongko Beach

Magpopongko Beach in Pilar, Siargao Island. Located on the Municipality of Pilar is the infamous Magpopongko Beach. The island's name originated in the two stones that looked like it has been perfectly placed on top of each other. The other is a flat stone that has a huge rock on top of it. The term Magpopongko came from the Siargaonon word "Pungko" which means to sit. The beach has is sorrounded with gorgeous little caves that has a cascade of flowers and leaves. It has pure white sands, an inn, a shower station (which is free), a recreation area perfect for reunions and recollections also for gatherings. 

 What makes Magpopongko rise? It has lagoons beneath the ocean that is perfectly green and blue with aquatic plants and animals. Not clear enough? Imagine this, during the high tides, you cannot see  it, but the vast Pacific Trench. But in low tides, a huge area of the beach turns into a perfect ocean park which features the lagoons and aquatic stuff. It has numerous little lagoons that are  few feet deep. It has a breath-taking view of the aquatic animals living under it. Of course you can swim if you want. 

 Magpopongko is the pride of the Pilarnons and its people. The good thing about Magpopongko is that it has preserved its virgin look and greenery. It is very clean due to the extensive cleaning meter that is observed by everyone who visits it. It also features a large mini jungle where you can enjoy strolls.  The beach itself has its looks that every nature lover appreciates.

 It has affordable rates and also offers numerous escapade trips and is very reliable due to its distance from the Municipality.  

Backdrop

Siargao is a teardrop shaped island located in the Province of Surigao del Norte. The land is approximately 437 square kilometers. Its stretch of coastline is jam packed with white sands, coral reefs and beaches. It is positioned 800 kilometers Southeast of Manila.

- Siargao Island has 9 municipalities, namely Burgos, Dapa, Del Carmen, Pilar, Socorro, San Isidro, Sta. Monica Burgos and General Luna (picture above)

FACTS ABOUT SIARGAO:

- Siargao Island contains the largest mangrove forest reserves in Mindanao, at Del Carmen.