Puerto Galera Hash House Harriers 2027 Nash Hash February 25th to 28th 2027

GETTING HERE

WHERE THE FARK IS IT?

Puerto Galera Hash House Harriers On Home is located in Sabang, Puerto Galera on the island of Mindoro, the first island south of Manila. Transport is by land and sea. There is no regional airport.

OVERVIEW
getting here overview

Notes

  • After arrival in Manila, your trip will be in two legs: a 2 to 3 hour road trip from Manila to Batangas Port or Berberabe Port and a 0.5 to 1.5 hour sea crossing to Puerto Galera.
  • Each leg can be done using either public (bus & ferry) or private (car/van & speedboat) transportation.
  • Private transportation is faster, more convenient and more comfortable, but also more expensive.
  • For a smooth, cost-effective experience, it is suggested that hashers team up to use private transportation if possible.
  • Private speed boats depart from Berberabe Port, a 30 to 45 minute drive beyond Batangas City. Public ferries depart from Batangas Port.
  • Keep in mind that private speed boats do not depart after 5pm and the last trip of public boats starts around 2pm. Therefore, depending on what time your flight arrives, you may have to spend a night in Manila.
  • Spending a night in Batangas City is not recommended as there is not much to do there. However, if you must, there are motels / hotels and a few restaurants within walking distance from Batangas Pier (use Google Maps to locate them).
  • If you want to spend time in Manila, the Makati Poblacion area is suggested as there are many bars, restaurants, hotels, malls and night life options all within walking distance from each other.
  • Makati Poblacion is also the on-home of the Manila H3 (men only, runs every Monday at 6pm) and the Makati Metro Manila H3 (mixed, runs every other Sunday afternoon).
  • If you don't want to go into Manila, staying overnight at one of the hotels within walking distance of Terminal 3 and the RRCG bus terminal is also an option.
  • If using the SIKAT bus, it's recommended to stay either at the Citystate Tower Hotel or nearby hotel in Ermita within walking distance.
 
DESTINATION MAP

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DETAILED DIRECTIONS

Arrival in Manila

  • For a quicker and smoother arrival, register and fill in the Philippine eTravel form within 72 hours prior to arrival.
  • Upon arrival, exchange some money so that you have cash Philippine Pesos (PHP). Bringing USD cash is a good idea for a better exchange rate.
  • Get a local SIM card at one of the local telco providers booths. You can also get an eSim in advance.
  • If you have booked a private car or van to go directly to Batangas, your driver will indicate the rendezvous point at the airport.
  • If you are heading somewhere in Manila, just take a normal taxi from the airport. You can get one at the Grab or Joyride booths inside the terminal, or at the yellow taxi queue outside the terminal. Grab and Joyride have ride hailing apps, you can download them but if you are a first timer at the airport, best use the booths. The metered yellow taxis are cheapest, followed by Joyride then Grab. Avoid other taxi / limo options and unsolicited offers as you would overpay.
  • If you wish to use the point-to-point bus from the airport to Batangas City, head to level 4 of terminal 3 and cross the air-conditioned footbridge. The RRCG buses are waiting next to McDonalds at the other end.

Land Leg

Private Car or Van

  • Hire a car or van with driver or drive your own car to Batangas Port (public boats) or Berberabe Port (private boats).
  • Capacity: Four passengers for a sedan. Up to fifteen for a big van.
  • Duration: up to 2.5 hours not counting stops.
  • For self-drive paid parking is available at Batangas and Berberabe ports for PHP 300 per night.
  • Contacts:
    • Meldurie Yamson Besas – cars or vans
      • Phone / Text: +63 991 430 5403
      • Facebook Messenger
      • Cost is between PHP 3,500 for a small car from Manila to Batangas Pier up to PHP 5,500 for a van to Berberabe Port. 6-seater SUVs also available.
      • Toll and gas included.
    • Roland Vans – seat ten passengers and luggage comfortably

Public Bus from the Airport

  • There are regularly scheduled buses by RRCG Transport from Manila Airport Terminal 3 to Batangas bus terminal and onwards to Batangas Port.
  • Cost: PHP 400 per person
  • Go to level 4 of terminal 3 and find the entrance to "Runway Manila" a 220m air-conditioned foot bridge crossing the highway. The buses are waiting at the other end of the bridge, near McDonalds.
  • Bus makes a brief stop in Batangas bus terminal before continuing to Batangas Pier.
  • If you are going to Berberabe Port for a private speed boat, alight at the Batangas bus terminal and take a taxi to Berberabe Port (about PHP 530).

SIKAT Tourist Coach from Manila

  • This is an inclusive private bus + public ferry service (Land + Sea Leg)
  • The bus collects passengers at the Citystate Tower Hotel in Ermita and drives to Batangas Port..
  • If using this service it's recommended to stay either at the Citystate Tower Hotel or nearby hotel within walking distance.
  • Refreshments and sandwiches are sold on the bus.
  • Passengers are assisted with their luggage and ticketing upon arriving at Batangas Pier.
  • Passengers board a public ferry in Batangas Pier, which drops them in Balatero Port.
  • The bus starts from Manila at 9:30 am, with expected arrival in Balatero Port around 2:30 pm.
  • Passengers must make their own way from Balatero Port to Sabang (see Balatero to Sabang section).
  • The return trip starts at 11 am from Balatero Port.
  • More information and booking: Si-Kat Ferrybus
  • Costs:
    • one way PHP 1,750, return ticket PHP 3,400.
    • PHP 60 Batangas Pier terminal fee.
    • PHP 120 "Environmental User Fee" upon arrival in Balatero Port.
    • PHP 10 Balatero Port terminal fee (return trip)

Public Bus from Manila

  • If you feel adventurous, you have time or you are on a budget.
  • Be mindful of your belongings and your pockets.
  • Ignore unsolicited advice / questions from pushers / barkers / wannabe porters.
  • Direct bus to Batangas from Buendia, Cubao / Kamias or Alabang bus terminals.
  • Buendia is your best option if you stay in Makati or Malate. Cubao if you come from the North (Angeles, Subic Bay, La Union).
  • All Buendia bus terminals are walking distance from each other. So are some Cubao bus terminals (see Gmaps links under “Key Locations” section).
  • Avoid empty or near-empty buses if you don’t want to wait. Walk around to find a bus that will start soon.
  • Some buses have a toilet. Most don’t.
  • Cost is about PHP 230 per passenger.
  • Travel time is about 2.5 to 3 hours once the bus starts.
  • Bus makes a brief stop in Batangas bus terminal before continuing to Batangas Pier.
  • If you are going to Berberabe Port for a speed boat, alight at the bus terminal and take a taxi to Berberabe Port (about PHP 530).

Sea Leg

Private Speedboat from Berberabe Port

  • Start from Berberabe Port, a 30 to 45 minute drive beyond Batangas City.
  • Attention: speed boats do not depart after 5pm.
  • Arrival at Sabang Pier, two minutes walk to Captain Greggs (PGH3 On-Home) and a few minutes walk to most Sabang hotels.
  • Travel time 30 minutes.
  • Capacity: up to 20 passengers.
  • Cost:
    • PHP 12,500 per boat.
    • PHP 120 per passenger Berberabe Port fee.
    • PHP 120 per car/van Berberabe Port fee.
    • PHP 120 per passenger "Environmental User Fee" upon arrival in Sabang.
  • Booking:
  • Your private car / van can drop you directly at Berberabe Port.
  • Pay parking is available at Berberabe Port if you drive your own car (PHP 300 per night).
  • Taxis are available from the Batangas bus terminal to Berberabe Port (PHP 530).

Shared Speedboat from Berberabe Port

  • Shared speed boat from Berberabe Port to Sabang.
  • Travel time 30 minutes.
  • Daily schedule:
    • 1:30 pm from Berberabe to Sabang (1:15 pm boarding time).
    • 12:30 pm from Sabang to Berberabe (12:15 pm boarding time).
  • Cost:
    • PHP 2,500 per passenger.
    • PHP 120 per passenger Berberabe Port fee.
    • PHP 120 per car/van Berberabe Port fee.
    • PHP 120 per passenger "Environmental User Fee" upon arrival in Sabang.
  • Booking: Sabang Express Boat Service. Phone / text: +63 991 280 4985 Whatsapp: 639912804985

Public Ferry from Batangas Port

  • Public ferries sail between Batangas Pier and Balatero Port.
  • Balatero Port is about 7.5 km by road to Sabang / PGH3 On-Home.
  • Cost: approx PHP 700 per passenger + PHP 60 Batangas Pier terminal fee + PHP 120 Puerto Galera "Environmental User Fee" at Balatero Port + PHP 250 Tuktuk to Sabang (3 passengers max).
  • Travel time: 1:15 to 1:45 hours.
  • Your private car/van or public bus drops you at the passenger entrance gate of Batangas Pier. Grab your luggage and go through the gate immediately, ignoring all the touts, 'helpers' and pushers.
  • If you are driving your own car, there is pay parking at the port. Cost is about PHP 300 per night. Use the vehicle entrance of the Pier, not the passenger entrance.
  • If you haven't pre-booked, tickets are sold at booths inside the terminal. Ignore anyone offering you a deal outside the terminal.
  • Proceed to the booth of your shipping line to collect your ticket if you have pre-booked. Outside of weekends and public holidays it's usually ok to just turn up and choose the next available departure as well.
  • Proceed to the terminal fee booth (cash only).
  • Be sure to keep your ticket and terminal fee receipt handy and safe as lots of official looking people will want to look at them.
  • Go through the turnstyle and security to the waiting area and wait for boarding to be announced.
  • Three shipping lines operate the Batangas – Balatero route. In the order of preference:
    • Galerian: 09:45am, 12:45pm crossing, punctual, rare cancellations, easy online booking and payment (gcash or bank transfer)
    • Montenegro: 10:45am, 2:15pm crossing, reasonably punctual, few cancellations. Advance booking not officially available (see below). Payment 'cash only'.
    • Island Water: 12:15pm crossing, often late, often cancelled. Online booking and payment available.
  • Upon arrival in Balatero Port, you will have to pay the PHP 120 Puerto Galera "Environmental User Fee".
  • Sabang is approximately a 7.5 km drive from Balatero Port.
  • You can hire a Tuktuk from the port to get there. Avoid tricycles (motorcycles with sidecar). Do not pay more than PHP 250 for the Tuktuk.

  • Contacts:

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