CAMARINES NORTE
I. OVERVIEW
A. BRIEF HISTORY
Camarines Norte is a Philippine province in the Bicol Region of Luzon. Daet is the province's
capital, and it borders Quezon to the west and Camarines Sur to the south.
Camarines Norte is sandwiched between two regional languages, Tagalog and Bicol. It is
notable for being a crossroads of Tagalog and Bicol cultures. According to the most recent
census, there are more Tagalog speakers in Camarines Norte than Bicol speakers. Because it
provides a wider corridor for Camarines Norte to have a larger cultural base, this linguistic
situation lends itself to greater cultural cohesion with Bicolanos and Tagalog.
Camarines Norte is known for its breathtaking beaches, majestic waterfalls, crystalline rivers,
verdant and lush mountains, historic churches and shrines, vastly rich cultural heritage,
distinct cuisines, the World's First Ever Rizal Monument, and friendly and good-natured
people. It's known as the Land of Gold and Golden Opportunities.
Camarines is named after the Spanish word camarin, which means rice granary or warehouse.
In 1829, Camarines was divided into Camarines Norte and Camarines Sur. In 1854, they
merged as Ambos Camarines, but split again in 1857. In 1893, the North and South were
reunited once more. The Act was passed by the Philippine Legislature on March 10, 1917.
2711, granting the governor general the authority to divide the province into Camarines Norte
and Camarines Sur.
A. GEOGRAPHY
The province covers an area of 2,277.93 square kilometers (879.51 square miles). According
to the 2020 Census, its population was 629,699. This accounted for 10.35% of the total
population of Bicol, 1.01% of the total population of the Luzon island group, and 0.58% of
the total population of the Philippines.
C. POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
MUNICIPALITY, DISTRICT, POPULATION, BARANGAY AND ETC.
Camarines Norte is divided into two legislative districts, each with 12 municipalities. (t)
Indicates the province's capital.
D. CLIMATE
CLIMATE CAMARINES NORTE: MONTHLY AVERAGE
This province has a tropical climate. Camarines Norte receives a lot of rain throughout the
year.
Camarines Norte is a fantastic all-year destination.
Casual light clothing, such as shorts, t-shirts, and sandals, is most appropriate in this
province. At night, at higher elevations, and while boating, wear a light jacket and pants.
E. MAJOR INDUSTRIES
Camarines Norte is known for its gold, silver, iron, zinc, and bull quartz deposits, as well as
non-metallic minerals such as sand, limestone, clay, and kaolin. The province's waters are
teeming with fish and other marine products. Coconut, banana, corn, palay, and root crops are
grown on its farmlands. Its most important industries are farming and mining. Forestry
products and fishing are two other industries.
II. HOW TO GET THERE
-By land
Manila to Daet
From Manila, take a bus bound for Daet, Camarines Norte. Travel time is about 8 hours and
fare is around 700 pesos.
-By air
There are no commercial flights to Camarines Norte. The nearest commercial airport is in
Naga, Camarines Sur. From Manila, take a 40-minute plane ride to Naga. Then take a public
van (188 pesos) or bus (around 140 pesos) to Daet, Camarines Norte. Travel time is about
15-20 minutes.
III.TOURIST ATTRACTION
Mahabang Buhangin
Mahabang Buhangin is a popular tourist destination in Camarines Norte, particularly among
beachgoers and backpackers. The kilometers of powdery white sand beach and crystal clear
waters add serenity and simplicity, earning it a reputation as one of the country's best pristine
beaches. The green hills and trees create the ideal beach atmosphere. Beach camping is ideal,
but to avoid the hassle, the Waling-Waling Eco-Village on the beach offers food and
accommodation packages.
Tinaga Island is part of the Calaguas Group of Islands, Vinzons, Camarines Norte. The two
closest ports to the beach are Vinzons and Paracale.
Mercedes Group of Islands
The Mercedes Group of Islands is one of the top Camarines Norte tourist destinations. The
Mercedes Islands are made up of seven islands: Apuao Grande, Apuao Pequea, Canimog,
Canton, Caringo, Malasungi, and Quinapaguian.
It is in Mercedes, Camarines Norte.
Colasi Falls
Colasi Fall, a 70-foot-tall waterfall tucked in the province's forestland, is one of the
province's most exciting tourist destinations. The magnificent waterfalls are surrounded by
mossy cliffs with growing plants and lush green foliage. It has a deep and wide basin that is
ideal for swimming, and the most exciting activity is to ride a bamboo raft near the rushing
cascading waters. The hike to the falls takes about two hours from the starting point, passing
through smooth, rocky, and steep terrains, boulders, wooden stairways, and small streams.
It is situated in the municipality of Mercedes, Camarines Norte, in Barangay Colasi.
Cadig Cave
Cadig Cave, located in Barangay Colasi, Mercedes, is one of the promoted tourist
destinations in Camarines Norte. The cave is located at the foot of a mountain and is made up
of several dark compartments with stalactite and stalagmite formations. The hike to the cave
takes about 2 hours from the starting point, passing through agricultural lands and forests
where visitors can take in the scenery of rolling mountains, valleys, and lush vegetation.
Norte. To plan your visit, contact the Mercedes Tourism Office.
It can be found in Labo, Camarines Norte.
Saint John the Baptist Church
Saint John the Baptist Church, also known as Parroquia de San Juan Bautista, is one of
Camarines Norte's historical churches. It is a 400-year-old Roman Catholic church and one of
the county's oldest. The Franciscan friars built this Baroque church in 1611, with a traditional
and plain facade and a square bell tower. Unfortunately, a fire in 2012 destroyed the majority
of the structure. A year later, it was rebuilt with tiles on the floor, wooden doors and benches,
handcrafted window designs, paintings, and ceiling murals.
It can be found in Daet, Camarines Norte.
Paradiso Verde Organic Farm Resort
Another excellent weekend getaway destination in Camarines Norte is Paradiso Verde
Organic Farm and Resort. It is a family-friendly resort with a kiddie pool with slides and a
playground for children, as well as a large pool and Jacuzzi for adults. Team building is also
emphasized at the resort, which has a team-building center with rappelling, wall climbing,
and various challenging obstacle courses. There are cottages for day visitors and decent
rooms for overnight fun. This 4-hectare property contains all amenities and an organic farm.
It is situated in Malasungi, Labo, Camarines Norte.
Bantayog Festival
The Camarines Norte Bantayog Festival, held from April 15 to 29, is a historical
commemoration festival in Camarines Norte that features the first Rizal monument, which
also serves as the centerpiece of the celebration, which coincides with the province's
foundation anniversary.
Pinyasan Festival
The Pinyasan Festival, held from June 15 to 24, in Daet, Camarines Norte, showcases
Camarines Norte's premier agri-product, the sweetest pineapple known as Formosa.
Palong Festival
May 11-13, Capalonga, Camarines Norte Highlighted by a street dancing and agro-industrial
fair that expresses locals' gratitude for their town's name etymology and represents the
abundance of roosters available in the area. On May 13, they also celebrated their Black
Nazarene's Feast Day.
IV. TOURIST FACILITIES
A. ACCOMODATION
Hotel Formosa Daet
Vinsons Avenue 4600 Daet, Philippines
Phone: 0927 152 2946
Nathaniel Hotel
3XX4+2PV, San Gregorio Village,, Pan-Philippine Hwy, Barangay Pamorangon, Daet, 4600
Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 721 1362
Philippine Island Resort
Brgy. Calasgasan, 4600 Daet, Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 885-1243/ 09989560683 /09173804640
Asia Novo Boutique Hotel - Daet
Ninoy Aquino Avenue Brgy. 7 Bagasbas Road, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: 0977 885 8000
Dolor Hotel
Vinzons Ave, Daet, Philippines
Phone: (054) 721 2167
Hotel Formosa
2450 Vinzons Ave, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 571 3566
B. SHOPPING
SM City Daet
Vinzons Avenue, Barangay Lag-On, 4600 Daet, Camarines Norte, Philippines
Email: smcitydaetofficial@gmail.com
LCC Mall
4X64+7CM, Daet, Camarines Norte
0999 220 0161
Camarines Norte Pasalubong Center
4W4W+JFJ, Panol Dr, Daet, Camarines Norte
Phone: 0938 635 9918
C. CONVENTION FACILITIES
Labo Convention Center
5R6H+53F, Labo, Camarines Norte
D. SPORTS AND RECREATION
Dr. B's Recreation Center
P-1 Brgy, Santa Elena, 4611 Camarines Norte
0997 755 1698
Daet Sports Gym
Purok 1 Barangay, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Mambulao Boardwalk
7MQR+8M9, Brgy. North Poblacion, Jose Panganiban, Jose Panganiban, Camarines Norte
V. SUPPORT SERVICES
A. BANKS
RURAL BANK OF JOSE PANGANIBAN (CN) INC. (Daet Branch)
4X92+J86, Daet, Camarines Norte
Rural Bank of Paracale
4X92+Q3M RBP Building, Vinzons Ave, Daet, Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 404 0452
UCPB Savings Bank, Incorporated
UCPB Building, F. Pimentel Street, Daet, Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 429 0035
Western Union - Rural Bank of Jose Panganiban
Vinzons Avenue, Barangay 4 (Beside Mine Hotel Near Landbank), Daet, 4600, Camarines
Norte
Phone: (054) 721 2092
B. MEDICAL FACILITIES
Camarines Norte Provincial Hospital
4XC4+GQH, Bagasbas Road, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 721 5425
Ponayo Medical Clinic
4X63+9QH, Justo Lukban St, Daet, Camarines Norte
Leon D. Hernandez Memorial Hospital
4X74+RX3, 1328 Dasmariñas St, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 571 2811
Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
5W29+H3Q, Vinzons Ave, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 721 2664
Camarines Norte Provincial Hospital
4X74+X7W, Moreno St. Poblacion Daet, Daet, Camarines Norte
Phone: (056) 721 5457
Buerano Medical Clinic and Diagnostic
4X94+VP4, Bagasbas Road, Daet, Camarines Norte
Santissima Trinidad Hospital of Daet
4W4X+HQ6, AH26, Daet, Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 571 2788
C. COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
PLDT-Smart - Daet
4X73+WW9, Justo Lukban St, Daet, Camarines Norte
(054) 511 7401
Smart Communications - Daet
G/F Alegre Building, J. Lucban Street, Daet, 4600, Camarines Norte
KC Cam Norte
LRJ Building, J. Lukban Extensions, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: 0930 427 8303
D. POLICE STATIONS
Camarines Norte Provincial Police Office
3XV4+2WJ Camp Dogongan Senior, National Road, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 731 0230
Police Community Precinct 1 Daet Police Station
4X83+CWX, Justo Lukban St, Daet, Camarines Norte
Police provincial command
4W57+2XX, Daet, Camarines Norte
VI. TOURISM-ORIENTED AGENCIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND
ORGANIZATIONS
Provincial Tourism Operations Division @ Camarines Norte Provincial Capitol
4X64+954, Camarines Norte Provincial Capitol, F. Pimentel Ave, Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 721 3087
Supervising Tourism Operation Officer - Province Of Camarines Norte
4X64+W4H, Provincial Capitol Building, F. Pimentel Avenue, Daet, 4600
Phone: (054) 721 4341
Vinzons Municipal Tourism and Heritage Operations (MTHO) Office
5WF4+6PF, Vinzons, Camarines Norte
Phone: 0977 804 3251
VII. SCHOOLS AND TRAINING CENTERS THAT OFFER TOURISM COURSES
College of Hospitality Management - OLLCF
4WFR+GR6, Vinzons Ave, brgy, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: 0906 224 2002
La Consolacion College – Daet
4X64+JCW, F. Pimentel Ave, Daet, Camarines Norte
Phone: (054) 440 2002
Vineyard Asia Technological College
Diversion Road, Brgy Camambugan, Daet, 4600 Camarines Norte
Phone: 0908 819 0667
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