Potipot Island

 Literally meaning “small white island”, Potipot Island boasts of lush array of coconut, mango, kamachile and talisay trees, coral shells, hermits’ crabs, starfishes, and the most spectacular sunsets ever witnessed in this side of town. And if the weather is just right, dolphins will honor you with their presence. This untamed and untouched island makes an ideal camping and picnic spot. One such place is suited with Candelaria and is called Potipot Island. It’s the nearest island from mainland Zambales where tourists or travelers can simply rent a boat from any of the resorts.

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Only 15 minutes away from the mainland, Potipot Island is an unspoiled haven completely surrounded with cream sand beaches and lush green trees. Touring around the entire island only takes 30 minutes and by taking a closer look, you can marvel at the pink tainted shoreline of the island, which it owes to the rose tinted corals around, making Potipot Island truly a unique island from other islands.
fallen tree
 
As there are only trees and sand in Potipot Island, tourists who want to experience its grandeur can stay at resorts in mainland Zambales and rent a boat to take them to the island. Tourists can claim the island for a day and reflect on Potipot island’s waters. Commune with nature and take in all the beauty of what an unspoiled island brings, for it offers a rare experience one would not normally find or afford.
hermit crab